2nd Generation Dodge Reliability / Performance

My first Ram Truck is a 2000 SB 2500 SLT 4x4. It is primarily used for DD and recreation.It has just over 230K miles on it. 245x75x16 tires and stock aluminum rimsQuadzilla ZXT+ Chip47RE built autoBanks Hi Ram intake 4inch turbo back exhaustRV 275 injectorsFlex-a-lite elec fansISSO GuagesHX35/40 Hybrid turboPosi-trac rear endRancho 9000XL shocksHellwig sway barTorklift Stable loadsTorklift tie downsSummerwind M-811S camperCelebrity Calais fishing boat

So recently I made a long road trip from Alberta, and outside of Williston, ND I got hit with a dying VP...right out of the blue too. lucky enough I made it to Minot and got some work done the next day...really lucky, due to the oilfield there...reminds me of home in Cold Lake. Pretty sure it wasn't directly related to fuel at the moment it happened, because they got me into their garage there (at the Cenex) and we changed filters (mine were new, and I've got an inline BF1258 on the frame before it even gets to my canister (PF7977), I was using PS white...blah blaah blah...truck was recently purchased (it's a 2001 with 240k miles, had an airdog raptor, and a superchips…

Now that Quadzilla has shut down and the others have apparently changed their tuning to comply with EPA regs what is everyone planning on using?Rick

I know.. I know... Its an old question, but I think I already know the answer, I just need to confirm.My truck has everything in my sig. I have an Edge JWA in the mail, so the Power Puck will be coming off. Would it be a safe guess to assume my truck should be in the 350hp/750fr lbs range, or would it be more like the 400/800 range?

thinking about going bigger what are the pros and cons looking for that extra kick have a fass platinum fuel pump bhaf 4inch exhaust rv 275s edge comp not unlocked yet decent tranny and friend that owns a tranny shop

Dodge Ram 2500 Single Cab Long Bed Sport Headlight Conversion Pacer Smoked Cab Lights I6 5.9L Cummins 24 Valve Turbo Diesel 47RE Transmission Swapped to NV4500 Valair Ceramic Dual Disk Clutch DHD Transfer Case 3.54 Gear ratio BHAF, Outerwears Cover 4" Exhaust w/6x18" Tip Contagious Diesel 7x.010 Injectors Smarty Edge Comp Fass 150 High Pressure Fuel Pump Vulcan Big Line Kit Isspro EGT, BOOST, Transmission Temp, Water Temp Gauges, Di Pricol Optix Fuel Pressure Gauge ScangaugeII, Ultra-Gauge Mike's Crankcase Vent Mod 4th Gen Laramie Wheels, 10 Ply 305/70/17 Nitto Terra Grapplers 98/99 HD S…

* 1999 Regular Cab Long Bed. * 24 Valve Cummins Turbo Diesel * 4x4 Dana 80 Rear Dana 60 Front W/4:10 gears. * 172,000 miles * NV4500 * Valair Single Disc Ceramic/Kevlar 500HP/950Ft Lbs * DTT Assassin Mechanical Lift Pump W/Big lines. * Edge Drag Comp 5x5 all the time. * AFE Bladerunner Intake * Auto Meter Boost/Pyro/EGT gauges * 5" Turbo Back Diamond Eye Exhaust * PSC Steering Brace * 16x8 steel wheels wrapped in 35" BF Goodrich All Terrains * Blacked out Plasti Dipped front/rear bumpers and Grill. * In Bed Black aluminum Diamond Plate Toolbox * Mopar Man Crankcase Vent mod. I just can't compete with ISX's thoroughness on de…

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.

I have a DiPricol mechanical gauge and had problems with the isolator, replace that with the needle valve set-up as decribed on this site. I still have the gauge dropping from about 15psi to ZERO and back up to 15. I've tried opening the valve more and closing it more with no change in the action of the gauge. You'd think that if the fuel pressure was truly dropping to zero the engine would let me know. Maybe it was the gauge all along and not the isolator?I'm going to replace the gauage and would like to install an electroinc unit to keep fuel out of the cab. I've seen there have been some problems with the electronics. Any suggestions on them and which seems to be…

hey all, i'm new here. i'm sure i already know the answer to this, but can an edge juice used on a 2007 5.9l be at all converted/reused/reprogrammed to work on my 2001.5?thanks

Just got my ultragauge, ordered on a tues night and got it Friday I couldn't believe it came that fast. It's very nice and easy to use with way more gauges then I will ever use, it's nice to watch my avg mpg in the 20's . So far so good!

I've seen a million of these guage install forum posts and I hate to start another one but Im kind of partial to this forum and the diesel truck site forum. I have a boost guage, fuel pressure guage, trans temp guage and an EGT guage. Its going in my 98 24 valve (which isnt running yet because Im waiting for my VP44 and lift pump). Im just looking for pointers here and there. things to do and not to do...etc. Just little tricks that people have learned over the years - - - Updated - - - Thanks for your help stodge73...you always seem to pull through for me....lol

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..

Im pretty new to diesels and this will be my 1st winter with one. Last year my transmission was down and then I shipped out to basic. Question 1:I have weak batteries (I need to replace them, but Christmas is making that tough) and I am wondering what all is going on when the "wait to start" light is on. I know the grid heater is one, but what else? What would happen if I just jumped in my truck and started it like a gas engine? The reason I as I am trying to save power for the starter when its cold.Question 2:When, and for how long should the block heater be plugged in before you start? What would I risk if I left the block heater plugged in all the time? High power bill…

winter man is here,this year my truck is a little harder to start.I'm thinking replacing the batteries,what is the best battery for these cummins (reserve cap & cranking) I'm thinking we need some reserve for the grit heater,then cranking to start,the new style round cells are they any good ?

Was kind of thinking of sending for the code to Hot Unlock mine, but i'm wondering how much difference I'll actually notice and if it's worth the $100. Anyone here have any opinions on theirs if they did it? I also thought I read before Edge sometimes puts it on a bit cheaper but

Will an edge ez off an 02 cummins work on a 98.5

where can I purchase this unit?

Just got back from a 2-week Southern Tour towing a 28ft Wilderness 5th wheel camper. Truck data in my signature is current. Rig ran great but always in search of better fuel economy. Around town empty it will get ~18 mpg. On two occasions I've taken it on road trips (empty) to Dayton (400 miles flat terrain each way) & gotten a hair over 20 mpg (hand calculations) running 67 mph (2200 rpm). On this trip towing the 5th wheel (trailer wt ~ 8k lbs) on fairly flat interstate roads at ~ 60 mph (slightly under 2000 rpm) I got 13.0 mpg. This was on the first leg of the trip from St Louis to Kentucky - the whole tank was burned with trailer in tow on the interstate. Later fil…

Well after gettin my 02 totaled by a Jack A$$ and not having a truck for 4 months and having diesel withdrawal I finally got another truck. I wanted the same options if not a better and I got myself a pretty good replacement. Its a 01.5 High Output 4x4 6spd. Only difference this time is the 4x4. This one has a few upgrades. Rebuilt Trans with Valair SD and a new VP44. Has rv275, edge comp, Banks intake horn, AFE intake (which i will be replacing) Magnaflow 4" TBE, Raptor 150, 08.5 end links and drag link with Bilstein stabilizer, BD Box Brace. Its leveled with Weld Racing Cheyennes and 35s. Do not like the wheel back spacing and offset so will try to sell the wheels an…