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My truck is finally back from the shop. About a month ago, I noticed a slight smell of coolant and couldn't trace the leak. After pressure testing my block, a 2" crack was found on the passenger side between two of the freeze plugs (FYI... 111,000 miles). I thought I was totally down and out...

Hello All... Didn't have such a good Monday morning yesterday. In a rush to get to work, I ran out, jumped into my truck, started the engine and watched the oil pressure gage do nothing. The truck ran fine (i. e. no crazy noises) but, I shut her down after running and waiting with great...

Instrument Cluster INOP - "No Bus" Message Displayed on Odo. Hello All... Didn't have such a good Monday morning today. In a rush to get to work, I ran out, jumped into my truck, started the engine and watched the oil pressure gage do nothing. The truck ran fine (i. e. not crazy noises)...

OK... . I'm ashamed to admit it but at 85,000 miles, I recently began tracking my fuel mileage (did it for a few tank fulls when new but, never did it again... until now). After calculating mpg for (1) tank full, I was shocked!!! ONLY 13 MPG??? Before I completely flip out and start...

First Off... Happy Holidays!!! :D I am considering purchasing Cummin's QuickCheck engine diagnostic tool but, want to flush out all other options first. I currently don't own a PalmPilot but, I do own a laptop. Before I am forced to purchase a PalmPilot out of necessity to utilize the...

I was wondering if anyone has a good alignment shop to recommend in CT. I recently had my alignment adjusted by the shop I usually use and am not quite satisfied with their job. I provided the TSB, alignment specs, and stayed with my rig during the job to no avail!... as usual they adjusted the...

I finally got the opportunity to perform my EGR rear disc brake conversion this past weekend. Still tweaking the parking brake cables... ... stay tuned for a future "all encompassing" post on the conversion. For now, I was wondering if someone could answer a simple (hopefully ;) ) question...

Hello TDR... While I'm still on the topic of wheels, does anyone know why all 8800 GVW 4X4 vehicles have a factory installed spacer behind the right front wheel? Thanks in advance, jon

Hello TDR!!! Hoping someone can answer this myth too... . I am installing new Centerline Wildcat 16X8 Forged Aluminum wheels and need new lug nuts... . the stock lug nuts O. D. are too large for the I. D. of the lug nut holes on the Centerline wheels. I called Centerline to inquire and...

Hello TDR!!! I'm hoping someone can give me a definitive answer... . I've searched the archives and haven't found anything specific. Are the stock steel 16X6. 5 wheels lug centric or hub centric (or I guess both)? The reason I ask? I ordered and test fit new wheels yesterday...

Driver Side - Front Infinity Speaker Signal from the Head Unit (front speaker): (+) = green (-) = brown/red Signal from the Head Unit (rear speaker): (+) = white/violet (-) = white/green Signal from the Infinity Powered Front Speaker to the Rear Speaker: (+) = brown/yellow (-) =...

My owner's manual states that my xfer case (doesn't specify model... just xfer case) should be filled with: Dexron III ATF or Chrysler ATF +3 TYPE 7176 ATF My Chrysler service manual states: Mopar Dexron II or ATF Plus Research on the web reveals (DodgeRam.org): Mopar DEXRON...

Hello all! Driving home from work today, I realized that ALL left speakers are not operating (right speakers work fine). The last time the left speakers worked was on my drive into work... which was also the last time I drove the truck. So far all I've check are the fuses (long shot but...

I am finalizing my suspension plans. I need to replace the track bar and 1 ball joint has some play. As a result, I plan on installing new ball joints, a DT track bar, and Sky Jacker D25 coil springs. The only part I haven't nailed down is the shock package. Here's what I know: I want to...

Has anyone installed OEM tow hooks with the sport package bumper? I purchased 2, almost new, 2nd generation tow hooks off eBay. When I held them up to the frame, all the holes looked like they would line up. The catch is it doesn't look like it will fall below the bumper far enough to make...

OK, I've been trying to figure this out for some time now. Tire dealers haven't even been able to answer my question satisfactorily... . I'm sure someone out there knows this answer. My truck came with 245/75R16 - Load Range E tires. When it was time for new tires, I wanted to fill-out the...

Guess what?!?... my track bar is in need of replacement... surprise, surprise! I don't want to replace a weak link with another weak link so, what options exist to eliminate the problem? Here's what I've found to date (am leaning towards the DT unit): DT Products, INC -...

Hello! I am currently mulling over which direction to proceed with suspension/lift options. Hopefully someone out there has asked the same questions before. Here's the background info: - Truck: Rear GAWR = 6,084 lbs (i. e. exibits the usual jacked-up rear end look) - Lift: Daystar 2"...

Hello! Was wondering if someone could fill me in on the philosophy of using cold weather grill covers. More specifically, I curious to know when you should and shouldn't cover the grill inlet. TIA