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2nd Generation Dodge Reliability / Performance

This is a discussion forum of the 1994 to 2002 2nd Generation Dodge Ram Trucks with 5.9L Cummins Turbo Diesel of performance and longevity. This includes tricks of getting more MPG, HP/TQ, or just getting to the next milestone.

  1. Started by Leaky88,

    Per Connected Automotive Systems there is a Interface with Laptop based S/W that performs and does what the DRB III does. Does anyone have experience with this Emulator? Thanks Leaky

  2. Started by dieseldon,

    Wondering if anyone else has issues with "Daily driver with meat" tune? It was running awsome for a day or two, then things took a turn for the worst. Started idleing around 3k too high, hard starting, 5-8 seconds of cranking (usually fire's right up with just a blip of turn key) check engine light, 0500, 1693, sitting at a light whilst in gear it would surge randomly and try to take off! Switched to a different tune and seems to go back to normal?? Honestly haven't driven much since. But lights out and idles normal. On another note, if anyone in Boise area could help a brother out who has experience with the quadzilla and maybe hel…

  3. Started by Unreal Summit,

    I am trying to get my tune right for my new injectors. I got some 7x9s(100hp) that we put in yesterday. I had my quad set to start at about 74% fueling. That was too low. Well long story short I got it at 100% starting and it don't smoke or haze much at all. Call me crazy but shouldn't they be a little smokey at 100%???

  4. Started by Dieselfuture,

    I'm looking to get new tires and thanks to @Mopar1973Man and few other reviews I'm thinking about getting these Hankook ATm in 265/70/17 E rated. Currently I have Toyo Open Country at2 in 285/70/17 and they are OK tire, but not as good as its hyped up. I had one crack in between tread on me in a first month of ownership, but it's been 4 years now and the crack hasn't grown. I put same set on my work truck f350 (265/70/17) and they are almost gone after 25k, and have some tiny cracks all over them, like they are 10 years old. What made me lean this direction to go smaller is few things. One is I got a used set of rims and tires of 03 with some junky 265/70/17 BF …

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  5. Started by paradisepete,

    Hello Guys, This is my first time posting but Ive been a long time lurker. Im about to drop a 24 valve vp44 engine into my 2007 F550 superduty I'll probably start pulling the engines in Febuary. Ive already started to order parts for the swap but I would appreciate any help in pointing me in the right direction When It comes to the Tunner, turbo, injectors.... A little info on the chassis and what it will be doing...The Chassis is a 2007 F550 with a manual ZF-6 transmission 4x4. It is Roll-off truck that I haul dumpsters with and Ive hauled loads up to 10,000 - 12000lbs but the usual is around 8000lbs... Im loc…

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  6. Started by Blueox01,

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  7. Started by That Guy,

    So, across the road from me and maybe 300 feet back, they are installing a new natural gas pipe line. It's 24" and ~1200 psi. BIG. Anyway, that means welders and trucks. With Delta just having coming through, it has taken over 3 days for the pasture to return to its normal not swamp state. I was looking out of my garage when I hear a V8 through flowmasters revving up, I turn to see a 2000ish Chevy z71 pull out on the road and then what sounds like a he caught the gate and is dragging it. He stops after about 40 feet. Goes into reverse, stops goes forward and then comes screeching to a halt. Then he floors it and I hear what sounds like a drawer of…

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  8. Time for new injectors. My engine load is down to around 2-3% and idle is at 900-950rpm. My plan is to go with 7x10s and some ARP headstuds but I worry if my truck will be undrivable if my Quad goes out like Mike's recently did. I know he said his didn't smoke too bad but I believe his turbo flows more air to clean it up. I have just a stock HX35 with a boost elbow. I don't want it smoking like a chimney if I have to drive it without the Quad. Thoughts?

  9. Started by Max Tune,

    Driving home today and my fuel pressure went to zero instantly. Been noticing fluctuations in pressure. Changed FF and WS a month or so ago and had same issue. Going to check it out tomorrow. Have also had an issue with losing pressure at half tank. Think the draw straw may have an issue so I plan on lifting the bed. Is it better to tip it from the cab end, leaving bolts loose in rear or tip it from driver's side leaving bolts loose in passenger side? Don't have help available to fully remove bed and tank was filled 40 miles ago so don't want to remove it.

  10. Started by Collinst15,

    Not sure if this is allowed, but since the classifieds are not working hopefully this is okay. Selling Isspro Gauges and 3 gauge dash pod. 0-40psi boost gauge, 0-30psi fuel pressure, 0-2000°F pyrometer, 100-280°F trans temp. Gauges were in a 1999 Dodge 2500. All wiring is labeled. Comes will fuel pressure, pyro and boost sensors and everything pictured. Asking $300 OBO shipped to lower 48.

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  11. Started by Marcus2000monster,

    I’m curious if my stock clutch will hold a set of DAP 7x0.008 50 hp vco injectors and a 65 hp tuner?

  12. Started by LorenS,

    I added this today while home recovering from Wuhans. The filter is rated 95%, 140 microns, per SAE J1985 test. Pretty cheap off of Amazon and a bunch of filters cross over, so shouldn't pose a problem traveling. https://shop.donaldson.com/store/en-us/product/P552203/1553# The base is a standard cheap WIX 24770 universal unit. I drilled and tapped the frame 5/16" NF. I wanted to put a shut-off valve on the tank side, but decided I can just pinch off the hose when the time comes. Since I removed the "sock" in the tank when the Draw Straw went in, I needed some protection for the lift pump. I searched a 100 micron filter that would f…

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  13. Started by Ravewolf,

    Just curious if anyone has ever got rid of their stock fan and went to electric? Also, would a Lincoln Mark VIII fan be up to snuff? They've been known to push upwards of 4500 cfm of air.

  14. Started by 24valve gear jammer,

    My turner says it’s a Adrenaline but it has a pulse v2 monitor I was wondering if I could get the iPhone attachment for it or if I should just start over also I have a 02 24v 5.9 Cummins 6speed 125hp injectors borge Warner 464 turbo arp studs air dog 100 big line kit 4” straight pipe afe intake elbow dual disc southbend clutch I need a tune bad

  15. Started by Bojon,

    So I've had my fuel pressure kit for my quad for about a year and a half. Last week the sender died and all it shows is 100 PSI. After contacting the company, the only response I got was essentially 'tough luck'. I really hate to spend another $70 on it, so long story short, has anyone had luck with any other senders?

  16. Started by mrbagsyota,

    Hey guys have any of you guys used the iquad app with the new iOS 14? Mine doesn’t work. It connects the WiFi. But no gauges work or can’t load tunes.

  17. Started by Sean tyler,

    got a 98.5 3500 daully with and adrenaline chip on it. The set up i have is a twin turbo compound with 100hp injectors and arp headstuds. I tried downloading different tunes for it but its still not running right. I used to get up to 40 psi no problem but now I bearly get to 15. Really need help on this

  18. I need tuning help with my 2002 Cummins 24valve 6speed 125hp injectors big line kit air dog 100 s464 borg Warner turbo southbend dual disc street/race clutch need quadzilla tune help

  19. Started by Masshole,

    This is my first post, since I found tons of great info and knowledgeable people on here figured I should join the fun. I got a 98.5 24v going to be heading on a 400 mile drive, half of the drive will include steep terrain. I would like some guidance on timing and mpg. I see lots of different mpg tunes here but do not know which is right for me. Just trying to run the most timing with minimal risk of popping the head gasket. I do not have head studs nor have I retorqued the stock bolts. Mods are quad adrenaline, rv275, cold air and 4” straight, 6” lift with 22.5 wheels and 37s (dually). Also has stock hx35, airdog, and a southbend to transfer all that extra power. If req…

  20. Started by LorenS,

    Last week Threadzy was kind enough to send me his used 8-blade HX35. I should receive it today (I'll get you paid today for the shipping, @Threadzy!). I want to build this turbo for the sense of satisfaction, even if it costs a little more than buying a different one. I don't golf, I don't spend money on hunting, so if I want to spend some money in a silly way, I chalk it up to "hobby". Now, it's an absolute waste of money I'm willing to find the next sucker and pass it along! On to my questions if this isn't a terrible idea... I know it needs a wastegate actuator. Is there a preferred brand/style/vendor? I'm not wanting to spend $200, but am willing to ste…