Cummins here to stay (for a while anyway)

[Deezul1]

DaimlerChrysler Backtracks, Says Cummins To Remain Engine Supplier
Source: Diesel Progress

One day after DaimlerChrylser Chairman Juergen Schrempp said in an interview that the automaker planned to use a Mercedes-Benz diesel engine in the Dodge Ram pickup, the company backtracked and said that Cummins would remain the diesel engine supplier for the Ram.
"I spoke to (DaimlerChrysler president) Jim Holden last night in Auburn Hills, who confirmed that Cummins would remain the diesel engine option in its Dodge Ram pickup truck,'' Tim Solso, Cummins chairman and chief executive, said in a news release.

Schrempp said in an interview with Automotive News that the DaimlerChrylser would replace the Cummins B series diesel with the Mercedes-Benz 906 series engine as part of an effort to cut costs. That would have been very bad news for Cummins, which sells more than $1 billion in Ram engines each year to DC.

But a DaimlerChrysler spokesman confirmed that Cummins had been told it will remain the diesel engine supplier for the trucks. A Mercedes engine would be used only if DaimlerChrysler were to decide to build a medium-duty truck, which is larger than the light-duty Ram pickup, the spokesman.




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96 SLT Laramie CC 5spd, 3. 54, no muff, no cat, 5"turn down tip. (its for sale)
. Member NRA/USPSA

 

[DGFoster]

Very Very Good News!!!!!

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Dave Foster:
3500,Light Driftwood,Quad cab
4x4,4:10 gears,Westach Gauges,K&N,Auto with DTT VB and TC,DD1 injectors and Boost Module,Van Aakens,Muffler and Resinator removed,Amsoiled front to back.
Member of the GLTDR.

 

[Bob Wagner]

finally DC makes a move that makes sense not cents &#161 #ad
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[roadranger]

Well, first off, Jim Holden is no longer president of Chrysler...

And I've read in truck industry news that the
Cummins contract with DC is good only through the '04 model year.

Chrysler now owns Detroit Diesel also- good for medium truck use.
Chrysler also entered into a strategic alliance with Caterpillar diesel for the medium market. Apparently Cat has state of the art injection systems to meet '07 emissions rules.

So who knows which way DC will jump at the end of '04??

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Deezul Doug- 01. 5 2500, QC 4x4, ETH/DEE, 3. 54 anti, Tow/Camper group,
Westin SS Step Bars, relocated breather,
Autometer EGT (pre) and 35 psi boost gauges.


Tow #1 - 6x12 Interstate inclosed cargo trailer.
GVW 7500
Tow #2 - Starcraft camper trailer
GVW 4500

2001 Volvo S80T twin turbo

 

[Barry]

I have contemplated this situation for quite some time now. Here is what I would like. A full 4 door with a 300 ISB in 02 or 03. If we can get that then they can use all the kraut grinders they want to. If I can't get that, I like what I have just fine... ... ...

 

[MHindman]

Thats the truck i have been waiting for. A new 2003 4door ram 2500. Cummins HO 6spd, 4x4 short bed, Lightdriftwood, Sport. SWEET!

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(Silver Bullet)1999 Ext Cab 4X4 5SPD, All options. Power Max 3(adjustable), K&N Filter, no muffler, Pyro,Fender Flares, Toolbox, bedrail covers, 450 watt Kenwood Sub, 33 12. 50 16. 5's, 3. 54's... Soon to have: 4inch, DDIII's, Southbend clutch.

 

[Dr.Evil]

The "State-of-the-Art" CAT injection system is "HEUI". Same as in the PowerStroke. #ad

DENNY... ... .....

 

[TowPro]

I can't see how the MB engine would be "saving money" I has to cost at least as much, if not more (much more) then the Cummins. But it could be good a way to move money from our USA pockets to there German Pockets!

Originally posted by Dave65:
Very Very Good News!!!!!

 

[hbowers]

I ran across this story in the july 2000
issue of Popular Mechanics. I'll try to
print it word for word.
Dodge sells about one in five Ram pickup
trucks with diesel engines, specifically a
Cummins 5. 9-liter turbocharged six cylinder.
but that will change when the 2003 model
Ram pickup is introduced in 2002. then
Dodge Rams will use a six cylinder
turbocharged Diesel built by Mercedes-Benz
in Germany. the Mercedes engine is expected to be as large as 6. 4 liters and will
develop 200-plus horsepower. this will be
a substantial cost saver for Daimler Chrysler.
I don't know where PM got the information,
but this was in the july 2000 issue pg. 48
personally I sure like my cummins, but a
inline Mercedes 6 might not be all that bad.
1997 Dodge Ram 4/4 2500 bd brake,TST plate
gauges,5 spd.


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[EMDDIESEL]

If not Cummins, i hope they go with Detroit or Cat. I will NEVER buy a Mercedes diesel. Can you imagine how much parts will cost!.

 

[rmrc]

My current plan is to wait untill the information on the 2003 2500 is finally released. If they do not offer the Cummins, my plan is to order a 2002 model before the cut off date!!!

 

[EricBu12]

Also guys,
The new design rams have independant front suspension with Aluminum A-arms!!! The front suspension looks like it will be Torsion bar, but not sure.
Personally, I am going to keep this 2001 until I have to restore and rebuild it and go another 550k. this is the best design so far. Chrysler is trying to appease the car ride people that want a truck too!!
Keep your solid dana 60's (or dana 44 as your case may apply... . )with coil over's
this is my keeper #ad

Eric

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2001 QC 2500 4x4 bronze W/two tone Driftwood, 24valve HO 6sp. Westin side bars, fender flares, Rancho RSX off-road shocks, Spray on bedliner, Leer shell Painted to match with LED marker lights, Bf Goodrich AT Tires. Bed rug inside shell W/aux marine deep cycle batt for lights, etc. M Brolins' CB mount.
Name of rig is "big bronze Brute"

 

[Benson]

Independant front suspensions will be on the 1500's only.

 

[fj40charles]

I could never understand why GM would continue to offer an IFS front end in their so called "heavy duty" trucks. Personally, I believe durability is more important that ride quality. If DC ever goes with an IFS front end on their diesel powered truck, I'm just not going to buy it. I'll just keep my
2000 model.

Charles



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2000 QC 2500 4x4 LWB ETC/DEE, Anti-Spin, 3. 54, Trailer Tow, Camper Special, DD1's, PS boost module, PS high idle kit, PS steel idler pulley, Westin nerf bars, Rhino Liner
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My Toy

1969 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
350 TBI, Turbo 400, ARB lockers front/rear, 4 wheel power disk brakes, 4. 88 ring/pinion, 3 speed transfer case, full roll cage, Warn 8274, MRT 36 bolt beadlocks with Super Swamper Boggers (16x35x15), Saginaw Power steering, custom bumpers/fenders/nerf bars/skid plate, GM tilt steering column, 6 point roll cage, RCI racing seats with 5 point harness. Conquered Tellico and going to Moab this May. Loves to be pulled behind the Dodge and pass the powerjokes going up hills.

 

[John Berger]

I'm keeping my Cummins. Accidents or acts of God notwithstanding, I plan on rebuilding when this engine gives up the ghost. I'm very happy with this truck. My wife definitely needs a 4x4 2500, though. I'm thinking about looking into an undervalved #ad
truck for her. Hey, might as well have the best of both worlds, eh? #ad


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1999 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad Cab 2wd; 5 spd; 4:10 LSD rear; Mag-Hytec differential cover; US Gear EGT and Boost gauges. Stewart Warner Fuel Pressure Guage with dual senders. Amsoil foam air filter and synthetics from nose to tail.
Cummins Power, don't leave home without it

 

[mike r]

I'm up in air on this one. I definately love my cummins and the bolt ons and serviceability are second to none as is the cost of owning one but I was watching extreme machines on the learning channel and truck racing in europe is very popular. The MB trucks have an outstanding reputation in that circle and those things are very fast. The thing they won't tell you over here is what it would cost you if you could even get the parts (probably waaaay tooo Hiiigh). So I'd probably never buy one cause I'm waaaay toooo cheeeeaaap. #ad


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'99 QC SB White/Agate Auto 3. 54's Mustang Bed Cover, Bed Liner,BD PNP, 4" ex, 275 injectors, ISSPRO PYRO/BOOST A-Pillar,LOUD JVC CD, boost module and elbow coming soon. transmission upgrades needed soon

 

[EricBu12]

2003 is toos oon for me even if they do keep the solid axle and Cummins. I plan on keepin' this truck 10 years or more depending on how the body holds up. Have no worries on the engine. so far, (knock on wood) have not had a big problem in 10K miles cept for a trip computer glitch on the overhead. plan on lifting a few inches later on after body warranty runs out and bigger tires

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2001 QC 2500 4x4 bronze W/two tone Driftwood, 24valve HO 6sp. Westin side bars, fender flares, Rancho RSX off-road shocks, Spray on bedliner, Leer shell Painted to match with LED marker lights, Bf Goodrich AT Tires. Bed rug inside shell W/aux marine deep cycle batt for lights, etc. M Brolins' CB mount.
Name of rig is "big bronze Brute"

 

[DavidTD]

2003 or 2004 could be good for me IF they get rid of the VP44, keep the Cummins, have a crew cab, and the 4x4 doesn't sit any higher than the current truck. I hope 2003 brings the new HD3500 so by 2004 I can buy year two of the new style.

Then I can turn the 98 into my commuter... . #ad


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David
1998 3500 QC 4x4 5 speed 4:10, 235-85-16, VA CPC via JRE, PS Boost Module, RV 275 injectors, K&N air filter.
And ONE BIG A$$ GRIN.
Emerald Green w/tan leather. B&W turnover ball.
Pre- injectors - 1/4 mile 18. 2 @ 74. 75mph
1999 Exiss 3 horse slant, 4ft midtack, 6ft shortwall dressing.
70k miles as of 6/21/00