Everything posted by Hawkez
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Hey everybody
Any codes? how about your fuel pressure, do you have a way to monitor this in the cab? Are there any mods done to your truck?
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24v vp valve cover and other ramblings
It wouldn't take you long to pull the cover off your truck, it is only a few bolts and would take just a few minutes. That way you get the measurements that you want and know that you need.
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Poor gas mileage
Yes, I run 1 oz per gallon with every fill up. Today's diesel needs an additive to up the lubricity like Jag said, the 2 cycle oil is a very efficient way of doing that. HEre are some articles to consider.
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Replaced Driver's Seat Cushion
My cover only has a small tear and it doesn't need replacing. Though, I would like to get some seat covers.
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Replaced Driver's Seat Cushion
I reused my seat cover, but geno's sells new covers. https://www.genosgarage.com/product/dodge-ram-cummins-seat-cover-shg001pc-charcoal/covercraft-front
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Replaced Driver's Seat Cushion
https://www.genosgarage.com/product/dodge-ram-replacement-driver-seat-cushion-gg-sc9801/seat-cushions This what I bought and used.
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Replaced Driver's Seat Cushion
I wished I would have done it earlier. My old cushion was so smashed and sitting in it I leaned to the left. After a long drive my back would hurt. After putting in the replacement I had to reset all my mirrors. For $125 it is a bit pricey but a huge improvement and nothing about the new cushion seems or feels cheep.
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Replaced Driver's Seat Cushion
Got it from Geno's
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Replaced Driver's Seat Cushion
My original seat cushion was SHOT! I've been wanting to replace this for some time, but I hesitated dropping the money on a cushion. This was very simple to do and it only took 45 minutes from start to finish. The bottom is easily removed with a 10mm socket, there are 4 bolts that are easily accessed from underneath the seat. With the seat removed, the cover was removed by pulling the clips attached to the fabric that was secured to the metal frame. The fabric cover is held onto the cushion with 2 Velcro strips and 3 hog rings. The replacement cushion came with replacement hog rings. The 4th picture is of the rings, sorry, I didn't realize it was so out of focus. The hardest part was getting the clips back onto the metal frame. The new cushion is stiffer and it takes a little more to compress it. After that, it was just installing it in the truck with the 4 bolts. It is different sitting in the drivers seat now, defiantly a recommended upgrade.
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Oil changes
Everyone has their own opinion. I run Rotella, I don't add any additives.
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Control center rat trap on top
I'm not sure if condolences or congratulations are in order. I'm glad I have never dealt with that issue.
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2002 dodge lift pump question
The stock LP never did put out adequate pressure. If you continue to drive with those fuel pressure it will further damage if not kill your VP44. Upgrade your lift pump to something that will maintain a pressure higher than 14psi. There are lots of options and ideas here. Also, check to see if you LP in in the tank or on the block.
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2001 2500 starting issue
Did they do any repairs to the ECM or simply just reflash it?
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Need help
Where did you get the IP that is in the truck now? Have you suspected the camshaft position sensor in the past? Is that why you have a replacement or are there other problems that motivated you to purchase that? Just some thoughts, when you replaced your injectors, did you replace the o rings on the crossover tubes and make sure that the copper washers were installed? Is your fuel filter good?
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Need help
It was missing before and then you replaced the injectors, correct? After installing the new injectors how long was it running fine before the miss came back? Your signature says that you have replaced the IP twice? Was it changed trying to resolve this miss? How long ago were the changed?
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Lift Pump
My pressure doesn't increase with acceleration. There is a pressure regulator that keeps the pressure constant. I have read that others said there pressure increases, but I have never seen that.
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What an evening
There is no way you are paid enough.
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Lift Pump
I have the fuel boss, it's been on for 35k. No issues. My FP doesn't fluctuate, it is steady at 17psi, whether at idle or WOT.
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New VP44 0251 and 0252
If you paid with a credit card you may be able to get the warranty through your credit card company. I've gone that route before, not quick, but it did work.
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painful things to watch people do in their trucks.
It's your truck do with it what you want...but, I can't imagine spending that much money on anything and treating something like that. Maybe it's a case of more money than brains? Or maybe he borrowed the truck from a "buddy"?
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Is it vp44 time?
P2016 or P0216? Removing the restrictive banjo bolts in between the stock filter and IP will not hurt, but it probably will not fix your current problem. It would serve better for you in the long run. Are you adding 2 cycle to your fuel? Doing that my buy you time on your IP if that is in fact failing.
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Exhaust manifold
You can drill and tap it for your EGT gauge before ever installing it.
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Hard start after grid heaters disconnect
Disconnected at the battery
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Hard start after grid heaters disconnect
Interesting...I unhooked mine and the WTS no longer comes on. If I reconnect them, the like works as normal.
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Hard start after grid heaters disconnect
If you disconnect the grids at the batteries, does the WTS light still come on?