2nd Generation Dodge Reliability / Performance

Vehicle Nickname: Ole Stinky Date Added To The Garage: 2022-03-21 Garage Link: Ole Stinky

99 24 valve starts ok cold (most days). Longer than normal crank time (45-90 seconds) when warm/hot. Sometimes won't start until 2-3 hours. Has no codes. Has new reman vp44 from Thoroughbred diesel & new crank sensor. Cleaned all grounds, installed a clear fuel line to ip to verify no air. Has 20 lb pressure to vp44. I am out of ideas.............PLEASE HELP.

Hello All I have a 2001 Dodge 3500 24Val 6 Spd 4x4 i bought it from a local dealer a few month's ago and he could offer me no info on the truck other then it was a one owner truck used souly as a Fifth Wheel Camper hauler. Had all the Safe upgrade's a Fass 150 gph pump, BHAF, Aftermarket Intake Horn, Big line Kit, And Boost, pyro, and Fuel pressure(located right on the end of the hose as it enter's pump). I was cleaning the truck out the other day and found some wire's cleanly tucked under the Dash after removing the cover i found a Bank's Ottomind under the dash my question is what does this tunner do or is it a tunner if so to what extent compared to other tunner's. Als…

(Copied from TDG.com) Tools needed; 1/4 drive rachet and exstension (3-6 inch) 3/8 drive rachet and exstension (3-6 inch) 1/4 or 3/8 drive Torque wrench, must have a range of 18-216 inch pounds, the most important # is 89 inch pounds 15, 8, and 10mm sockets 3/4 or 19mm line wrench or equivelant (see photo) http://www.thedieselgarage.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=2207&d=1134982876 8mm wrench Needlenose pliers Small flatbladed screwdriver Latex or Nitrile gloves Something to stand on to gain easy access to engine compartment Shop towels However much beer you will drink in 2 hours time To get star…

Cranked the truck up this morning. Started fine like always. Half way between home and the shop I noticed my fuel gauge showed 0. I got to the shop shut the truck off and bumped the starter and didn't hear my lift pump running. This evening I'm gonna get a mechanical test gauge to see I its the gauge but if it ain't how do I test the pump. The gauge is a isspro ev2 0-30 electric gauge. I'm thinking its my sender but don't know.

Are there any concerns in regards to cleaning the engine with aerosol cleaner and high pressure water? Areas to avoid for fear of causing more problems than leaving it dirty?

The clutch in the 97 is a stock napa unit I replaced back in 2011. It would be fine except for me putting out more power. I would like to stay away from a dual disk as well as full ceramic. I was looking at the Valair kevlar/ceramic. I've seen em around the $750 range. Neighbor has a 13" valair in his 96 with 3.55s and has grossed upwards of 30k hauling hay. He is a little over stock power.... maybe 250hp. I know South Bend is a sponsor here, and am certainly open to one, but I've never personally known anybody with one or have any experience. Heard good things though. So, I plan to throw some injectors in the mix in the near future ow…

"In this case we found a way to get better fuel mileage and a little more power on some trucks. This pump has ALL the upgrades and improvements that our exact replacement units have." "What we did to achieve this goal was to mix and match parts from other VP44 pumps to advance the timing mechanically and optimize fueling rates for better mileage." "If you are presently or plan on advancing the timing with an electronic plug in device or programmer don’t buy this pump as we are only doing mechanically what those products do electronically. " "The Special X pump is made from all Bosch made parts. It does not have any aftermarket or modified parts in it, so this allows us to…

I going to install some rv 275 injectors in the near future. Also a j- hook, but what kind of boost fooler ( diablo power puck ) not wanting to spend $1000.00 on edge. I may trade the truck in 2-3 years for newer.

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.

I have been having alot of problems with my Quad that I bought 3 weeks ago. First I got the p0237 code. I replaced the map sensor. Then I got the p0236 code. I was checking all of the voltage to and from the Quad to see what could possibly causing my issues. Everything has proper voltage except the red/black wire going from the Quad down through the boost fooler to the map. Even on the inside, on the board, no voltage which if i remember correctly should be 5v. Would this be causing the p0236 code? If so is it fixable on my end or is it possible that I was sent a Quadzilla with a bad board?

I have a 96 12 valve with a nv4500. I can hit peaks of 1600 degrees Fahrenheit at 38 psi of boost And it’s still climbing. The egts take off like that in 4th and 5th gear after 2000 rpm when I’m on it. It has a slightly bigger turbo, slightly bigger injectors, a #6 fuel plate, boost elbow, 4 in turbo back exhaust and and a cold air intake I’ve been driving it and pushing it like that for a year now not holding it past 1200 for any longer than a couple seconds I just don’t like spending more time looking at the egt gauge than the road btw the egt probe is mounted on the exhaust manifold. I’m thinking a different turbo or a better inter cooler or maybe a bit less fuel hope…

Been looking for this one. 20 more cheap horse power. You would not believe it. 24 bucks and I am in love.

I found a cherry ‘97 12 valve quad LWB 3/4 ton auto with less than 150k for sale. What should it be worth?

I have had this programmer for some time and have been reluctant to install it, afraid I might end up damaging something. The truck had a Superchip programmer and I set it back to stock and have been running stock for a while. Towing my camper (9000#) or flatbed (8000# +) is the trucks purpose and I don't drive it like I stole it at all, and was looking at level 2 on the Edge. Any advise from anyone? I have gauges on the pillar for egt, cht, fuel pressure, and tranny temp. I do have plans at some point to have my tranny built up, replace the HY turbo, possibly replace the exhaust, and change injectors. I know many have the Smarty but I already hav…

Hello, I need to cap of the factory fuel supply line. Back at the tank with the Dorman fittining. I have fuel that has been coming out when I drive it. I have since been done install a few weeks. I have the fuel pump on the block. I disconnected line from pump to fuel cannister because of using Vulcan big line kit. But didn't plug the old pumps outlet. Could I be pulling a vacuum some how? Any help would be appreciated.Thanks,John

got a 97' 12V i wanna do some pump mods i wouldnt mind to sled pull once in a while but more worried bout mpg and daily drivin and haulin a trailor so far i got a 4gsk waitin to install well im thinkin bout havin a #0 or #10 fuel plate and i got a guy that can do dv's but i really dont know much bout the pump and what all i can do but money issues is bein stretched alittle but other info is got 3.55 gears 180pump its a build auto already got gauages but i really dont know where to start tho any suggestions or idea's

I am going to go with an MBRP 4 inch system.. not sure which configuration (stainless,powder coat, or aluminized) probably just single. I was wondering if the PAC-brake or if available, other brands of 'improved' exaust elbow was worth the $275+/- ? The original elbow looks awful choked down! Another thing I have to consider is toughness.. are they as durable as the oem's? (cracking issues)(getting ready to start the 'rebuild' here soon!... about another week of gathering cattle.. and my year's work is complete!)......... unfortunately, 'next years' work started a month ago..

I feel like I should be knocking on wood. I've had no problems with my truck for ages. Feel like the preventive maintenance is paying off! Thanks to you guys and this site for helping me to see potential troubles and what to do about them! Side note...had to remove my studded tires this past week and got some new Toyo's. I am liking the 3rd gen 17" wheels. Cheap bling. Got used ones from a classified ad. Two sets so I have a set for studs and a set for regular tires.

Mike, sence I'm no longer running the power puck, Do you think if I install the RV/275's with the stock motor it'll get me close to the power/performance I had or will it need other help?The reason i'm asking, I'm not looking to hot rod in any way. Just kick it up a little, like the puck did with out the other problems. The puck only had appx 5000miles on it, wont trust one again. It did make pulling the trailer alot better.Thanks Ed.