What to look for in used Cummins Rams??

[illflem]

Paul,make sure it doesn't still have the original factory filters installed!! If the truck has a pyro and boost gauges you can be somewhat assured that the previous owner cared for the truck. I wouldn't worry about the Banks,consider it a plus. Some dealer service depts will give you the service record of the truck if you give them the vin#. Many service writers are on a power trip and won't do this,Parkway in Roseburg will though. I wouldn't try it over the phone though. Other than that look for the same things you would in any used rig,steers and stops straight,no signs of a hidden major accident or obvious leaks. Go on a long test drive though various terrain,stops& starts & speeds,don't just hop on the interstate and cruise. Park it for a bit when you return and look for leaks again.

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95' 25004X4,AT,Driftwood,Banks Stinger,Warn fender flairs and running boards(work truck)
95 3500,5 speed 3:54,BD E-brake,Driftwood,Banks&Psycotty,34,000 GCVW apple and tractor hauler(works harder truck)

 

[Okie-Go]

I think documented records would be nice to have if I were in the market for a used truck. I got a price I was happu with on a trade in,98 to an 01. I had oil changes,tire rotations,fuel stops,etc. logged in a book. I feel like it really helped me. The salesman also said that would help in the resale.

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2001 quadcab slt 2500 HO 6spd. LWB,2wd,dk garnett red, trailer tow package,camper special, anti spin 3. 54 axle, speed liner,oversized stainless steel chicken slide,66 gallon in bed aux. tank,K&N air filter,Reese 20k hitch, Terry 2000 EX 30ft. double slide 5er, 2000 20ft gooseneck for haulin jeep, firewood and huntin stuff. 5X12 tagalong for haulin the 4 wheeler. Okie Newton

 

[Evan A. Beck]

See if you can find a 98 12V. These have the upgraded brakes & interior, plus the venerable 12V engine. If you are wanting a 24V, see if you can find a 2000 at a good price. The 98. 5-99 24V trucks had sub-par injection pump reliability.

 

[RKohn]

Make sure you do a title search. See if it's changed hands alot, or ever been titled back to DC.

Also, if Nowell is listed on there, you'll know it's due for new rear tires. #ad


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Y2K Red Stealth Sport 2500 4X4 QC SLT+, 5-spd, 3. 54 anti-spin, 265-75-16 LTX’s (There ain’t no such thing as options, cause ya gotta have it all, including: DC’s dead cow/vinyl interior and don’t stop anti-lock brakes. ) Stock, but not for long. Oops, too late. What silencer ring? (More fun than my 98 SST)

 

[Paul Holbrook]

Hi folks! New member here. Have saved my pennies and am about to start looking at used rams. I'm a bit mechanically challenged so any words of wisdom would be greatly appreciated. Specifically; I have seen some used rams equipped with the Banks system. However, I was told that the Banks system was hard on auto trannies and to only get one if matched to a 5 spd. That true??Also it seems that problem areas on the ram include the paint,pwr seats, pwr doorlocks and brakes ( pre 97). Any other areas of concern??In short; if you were going to inspect a used Cummins Ram, what would you look for?? and what signs of trouble should I be aware of?? Thanks!!