What years to avoid?

[Brian Eyler]

Hi All, I'm thinking of selling my 96' regular cab to buy a used quadcab. Can anybody tell me if there's years/problems to avoid from 98-up. I've read some things about brakes and lift pumps? Thanks for the info.

Brian

 

[DSiemens]

It seems that the one's to avoid are all the overvalved units. But If I had to, I would look at 2000 and newer as they seem to have the least issues with the VP44, from my looking at the the forms. I would check out the 24valve forum and look at failures.


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95, Kitty dead, #6plate, 5speed.

 

[Justbeamn]

Brian, I have a '98 24V but I think I got a good one. I havn't had any problems other than a bad transmission when new but DC got me a new one. If money isn't a problem get as new as you can. Do you tow? Do you expect to bomb? answering these questions can narrow down the field.

Devo

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98. 5 3500 SLT Quad Dually 4x4. 3:54 Auto, Waterfall Blk on red. Custom dually flaps, Rhino lining, All acc's w/leather, Muth signal mirrors, Catz MSC's, 55watt back up lights, Optima Red Tops, 80/100 head lights
BD exhaust brake, Banks EGT/Boost/Temp gauges, Mag-Hytec DC&TP, SS bug screen and fender trim,SS Stull diamond line running boards, SS 4" turn down.
My Dually

[This message has been edited by Justbeamn (edited 03-27-2001). ]

 

[Idaho Native]

Brian,

I have a '99 24V 4x4 HD , 5 Spd, Quad Cab, Short Box. I've put all 30K plus miles on it and have had absolutely no problems. Tow a 7K TT for vacations. I think I got a good one too.

Loren

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1999 24V 2500 QC HD,5 Spd, Luverne Steps, Predator Topper
1995 Impala SS, Dark Cherry Metallic
1995 Dutchmen 26 foot travel trailer (the "excuse" for the diesel!!)
1997 Honda Shadow ACE 1100
(Too Many Toys)

 

[John Dimartino]

Definetely a 2000,if you want an auto,and a 4x4,since the stronger front axle,separate rotors,and beefed up auto/,and higherHp were in 2000. if you want a std 2wd,id go with 98 4x4 and newer. I too am looking fo a used quad cab 1999 or newer in the 25K range-it seem most are worn out now or they want 30K for them,before I spent 30,I d buy a new one for 33k at 300 over invoice.

 

[Archive]

I have a 99... only problem in over 30K is a replaced oil pressure sending unit. I have a Blue Box, and not one bit of trouble with the VP44, even using those "pesky" scotchlocks.

I have towed and hauled a lot. No problems.

I don't pay much attention to automatics, but I thought the increased power didn't come til 2001, along with the ETH. Someone with a 2000 auto want to chime in?

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Rob Hanson
1999 "Big Red", 3500 SLT QC 4X4 6 spd, 4. 10 LSD, Braided SS fuel lines, Mag-Hytec Rear Cover, Cummins E-Brake with BD Switch, Blue Box, DD3 Injectors, Banks High Ram and 14cm Wastegated Turbo, All-steel Cowl Induction Hood, Cummins RED Valve Cover, Rhino, Rosewood Kit, Scotty System, SportComp Gauges, TorkLift SuperHitch, Tekonsha Brake Controller, Rear Flood lights, Cobra CB, DeeZee Running Boards, BD 2WD Low kit, Air Lift bags, Hitco exhaust blanket, air horns and a Geno's "I tromped a Ford" decal. Member of BOMB! (WW NW Chapter)

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Cummin than Strokin.

 

[Brian Eyler]

Thanks for the info. I do some towing of a 16'car trailer (about 5000lbs total)... but nothing serious. Mostly pleasure driving. I'd like to stick with the manual transmission if possible.

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1996, 5sp, 3. 54's, boost gauge, unbombed for now

1973 Mach 1 512ci, "slightly bombed" -- 9. 80s/135mph

 

[Archive]

Any year with the leters F**D on it. LOL. #ad
There all good. I had my 95 for six years. Just bought my 2001. 5 in Jan. If you run into any of the problems, e-mail me. There is a way to fix most things. I would not know about autos.

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2001 RAM H. O. 6Sp 2500 SLT 4x4 Quad Cab, 4Wheel Disc, 4. 10 Limited Slip, Fog Lights, Muffler removed, Silence Ring Gone, K&N RE-0880, Skyjacker 2. 5 lift Class 2, Custom Pro Fab Trackbar (sweet), EGR Flares (nice fit). THIS IS NOT A HOBBY,THIS IS AN ADDICTION !!! MAINLINING DIESEL !!!