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Old 07-26-2005, 10:23 AM
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How to tell what model 1998 I have
I'm looking for parts at carparts.com, when I'm going through the process of inputting what truck I have I get to a part where I choose the engine. They give me three choices for the diesel:

Dodge Pickup Ram 2500 5.9L Diesel L6 Turbo VIN:6
Dodge Pickup Ram 2500 5.9L Diesel L6 Turbo VIN:C
Dodge Pickup Ram 2500 5.9L Diesel L6 Turbo VIN:D

I'm guessing there is a particular number/letter in my VIN that would tell me this. Does anyone know how to deciper this? Thanks.
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I think its the eight digit/letter of the VIN that denotes which engine you have. One is probably the 12v, the other two probably 24v auto, 24v manual
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The 8th digit in your vin will be one of those choices, the 12valve is 'D'.
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12v D
24v 6
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maybe the C is canadian or cali??
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the C is probly v-10 or v-8

Edit: The C designation is not listed in 98+ vin. Its is however in the 94-97 listing as the 5.9l diesel.
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well its not a V-10 the displacement is greater than 5.9L on a V-10
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BTW the V10's displacement is 8.0l
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Whoops, misread original post Im tired
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