i assume my vp44 is dead i need help with a new one and dont have alot of money is it hard to install aswell

Ummm... Well starting price of a VP44 is about $1,200.00... You might want to run through the vendor list here... http://mopar.mopar1973man.com/cummins/dealers/dealers.htm Or go over to the vendors area and ask them directly... /forums/67-Vendors-amp-Dealers">http://forum.mopar1973man.com/forums/67-Vendors-amp-Dealers As for installing most anyone with standard tools can install one but the only special tool is the gear puller. Some people have fab'ed up some steering wheel pullers or just purchased the actual puller...