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2nd Generation Dodge 24 Valve Powertrain

This is a discussion forum of the 1998.5 to 2002 2nd Generation Dodge Ram Trucks with 5.9L Cummins 24 Valve Turbo Diesel power train and drive line system. This includes all sub-system including wiring, fuel, oil, exhaust, air, transmission, computers and sensors.

  1. Started by Standard Cab01,

    Ok I was wondering does a vp ever get weak or worn out. I installed a Fass 95 and a sump works great runs at 17 18 psi all the time. Installed new Bosch rv275 injectors and a Quadzilla xzt. Every once in a while it idles very slightly rough very slightly. Tonight the wife and I went out to dinner and took a drive we went a back road three the hills it had a 5 mile down hill stretch I didn't feel it but the engine died didn't realize it till I went to use the brakes and had no power. Pulled over and it started backup after a few revolutions. I have a new Vp44 just need to put it in. Thoughts anyone?

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  2. Started by Cummins_Crazy,

    Need some help guys I have low fuel pressure on my airdog 150 it's running 13psi vp44 truck. The pump is kinda noisy I've checked power 13.82 volts checked my ground and changed the filters and relay and it's a new electric pump got a warranty about 2 months ago was fine then boom 13psi.

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  3. Started by KBecker443,

    I recently removed my stock turbo for a SXE and have a friend that is looking for a HX35, so he asked me if my old turbo was an HX35 and I have no clue. Anybody know how or where I can locate that info? Or anybody know what should have been on the truck stock?

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  4. Started by Marcus2000monster,

    I was fiddling around under the hood today and come to find out that there is excessive turbo play and a lot of oil film in the housing. I can see that the turbine has contacted the oil film and I’m fairly certain I can see a faint mark around the housing beneath the oil. What should I do for a turbo? Rebuild this one or go with a aftermarket or He351cw? Currently running Dap 75s. I think this has something to do with low low end power. Top end with these injectors is really good it takes off well but low end power feels very laggy.... Ipinions?

  5. Started by snowshoveler,

    Just wondering if you have to put a different filter on if you use a pan thats an inch or so deeper. Working on a little side project Ramcharger and have a nice deep I would swap if I dont need to mod the filter. Thanks Chris

  6. Is there a way to lower the psi on a Fass 150? I have 20 psi at idle and 18.5 WOT and would like to see 15 wot and 17 18 at idle. Iv heard of a different pressure spring? Link? Thanks

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  7. Started by Pat,

    2000 dodge 47re 1-2 2-3 taking to long to shift, . it shifts at the right time just to long between gears. 3-4 shift good. trans was rebuild stock about 10000 mile ago. engine is stock diesel.

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  8. Started by notlimah,

    Hey guys, finally got my stealth plate installed and got everything buttoned back up to go for a spin and had the cel come on throwin the P0122 for low voltage. I read through the troubleshooting briefly but was wondering if there was anything quick I should check since I just had the apps unhooked to install the stealth plate?

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  9. Started by Marcus2000monster,

    Well I foresee a new clutch in the future! With 75s and a Adrenaline I doubt it will last long! When I slip it the first time any guesses how much longer it will go or is it a gamble? So I know there will prob be several different opinions but what’s the go to for clutches? I have heard a lot of good about the South Bend OFE and Con OFE. I’m not sure if I would need a 400 or 500hp rated clutch with the injectors and Qaud? When the time comes I plan to do this myself. How hard is it for someone that has never done clutch work? I would like a clutch thg will do well pulling hard and daily driving but be able to hold up to the power…

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  10. Started by woodtrucker,

    I have had a leaky oil pan gasket since buying my truck in 2014. It has basically leaked the exact same amount every oil change and has not gotten worse. Trying to decide when to take the time to fix. I know it’s not going to go away but need to have some encouragement because I have put it off and put it off because I don’t like horsing around with heavy engines and such! I do have a lazy streak! Lol.

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  11. Started by Crazyd,

    Hey guess I'm finishing up my p 24v ! I was wondering what a good timing setting would be on s daily! 12mm pump, 63/68 over an 80, 6x16 injectors, adjustable gear, 181/214 cam! Thanks

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  12. Is it possible to have an oil cap with a vent for the valve cover? I am fixing to install a 12v tappet cover and want to vent the valve cover aswell, so ill have 3 vents. Is it possible to vent the valve cover without drilling and welding bungs and doing what i said and making or buying an oil cap with baffles and filter on it?

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  13. Started by Daviehxc,

    So, I've owned my truck for 6 years, it has 135k miles on it, never drivin in winter.... it has an edge comp and has been 100% reliable and has never broken down... last summer I was driving and the truck started to loose power, I immediately pulled over to find fuel dripping and sprayed on the driver side of the motor. I still had 15psi at idle. I found the return fuel line was snapped off right after the banjo bolt connection. All things behind the pump and under got wet. I fixed the line with a new oem line and over flow banjo bolt with gaskets. **I proceeded to drive it and the truck wouldn't rev up over 1700 rpm, went dead pedal then tried to g…

  14. Is there a relationship between fuel pressure and boost? My truck idles at 17psi, but will dip to 8-9 on a hard run. Is this having an effect on boost numbers? I only seem to get to 15-18 stock and even with the edge on (comp not currently tapped) pretty rare that it touches 20psi. Boost elbow or plugged manifold don,t seem to change anything.

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  15. Started by Tom Robarts,

    Has anyone found a replacement for the bolt in the centre of the plug for the engine ECM that is bolted on the tappet cover. I found that someone had broken the one on mine sometime in the past. I Can't find a listing for just the bolt anywhere. I went to the Dodge dealer and they Don't have any listing for the ECM or Plug let alone the bolt.

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  16. Started by JDHudsn,

    Ok guys I was towing my boat home from the lake as I was going up a hill in town I encountered a MAJOR problem. I dumped my entire coolant system. I just did a head gasket about 10K miles ago. I run ARP’s and I have an upgraded turbo. I know it’s leaking from the back of the block. Any guesses to what my problem is?

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  17. Started by Kbraun,

    99 Dodge 3500 auto throws code for no com from pump to ecm it’ll run with ecm bypassed all wireing checks put a ecm off of a 2000standard still nothing

  18. Started by Tom Robarts,

    Thought I should start a build thread on my truck. Truck is a 99 ECLB DRW factory Sport pkg. I will be replacing and upgrading the entire suspension and steering with parts from DOR LLC. As well as a new ps pump and lines from Geno's, red head steering box, borgstein shaft, and ram rock solid bushing. Installing a 5.9 reman from DFC diesel with upgraded Hamilton valve train, Wagler rods, Colt stage 3 cam, 7x13 sticks, II VP 44, compound turbo's and twin kit from Crazy Carl's, BD billet flywheel, Northern hi flow intercooler, Crazy Carl's intake horn and intake plate. Everything on the engine will be replaced, new oil cooler, altenator, fan hub, fluidda…

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  19. I am fixing to replace my tappet cover gasket as it has decided it wants to leak quite a bit. Before it was a 1 maybe 2 drops on the ground total and now the side of my block is black and it leaves a bigger puddle of oil than what i would like too on the ground. Not very much still and oil level is checked to make sure its safe! But, I want to know if I can purchase this 12v tappet cover off ebay and bolt it right up with a new gasket? Or will it not work? I Want the extra vent and c ant jar loose of $300 for a billet one.

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  20. Started by portlandareae28,

    Does anyone know if the front brace (held on by 2 bolts on each side) is only for manual seats? I have power seats (driver and passenger side) in the truck. The truck came with a spare set as well which the passenger side is manual and it is the only seat with the front brace. It’s located right behind where the bar is to release the latch on the manual seat. Maybe to create stiffness for the manual pins to release?