Problems Fixed on 2002's: Lift Pump, Trannys, etc. - Dodge Diesel

Jones0027 · 01-27-2003, 08:24 AM

Diesel Gods, Have alot of the past problems with lift pumps and tranny's been fixed on the 2002's? [undecided] I hear some guys say that they have had problems with previous years models with such things, then I hear other folks say that Cummins has addressed these issues. :

It would be nice to think that Cummins would address such problems.

For me, so far so good. ;D 8)

hellotbone · 01-27-2003, 08:36 AM

Umm my truck was bombed from the day I got it I dunno much about any issues I lost my warranty the day I drove my truck off the lot. As for probs, un just the balljoints in the front end of mine are worn out already. Other then that any probs I have had are a result of bombs. I do have a good lift pump though and my tranny is holding for now with a TQ and VB upgrade along with better clutches. Hope this helps Jamie

Pit Bull · 01-27-2003, 08:45 AM

[quote author=Jones0027 link=board=4;threadid=10151;start=0#96956 date=1043677489] Diesel Gods, Have alot of the past problems with lift pumps and tranny's been fixed on the 2002's? [/quote] Well you have the latest and greatest lift pump. Should last longer if you don't bomb, if you don't drive WOT and then get off the pedal and if you keep it over 1/2 full of fuel at all times. Plus use a good diesel fuel additive that lubes the system. As for the transmission it is one of the best going per some transmission experts I have spoken with. It will last a long time if you don't bomb your truck or abuse it by towing or pulling loads outside spec's, and change the fluids and filter per the owners manual.

Fishin2Deep4U · 01-27-2003, 10:06 AM

I have had a lift pump fail on my '02.

Dave

dodgeman01 · 01-27-2003, 11:33 AM

I have a friend who pulls Hot shot and has 2 02 with over 100k on them and have never had a problem. I will soon be buying one of these trucks so if anything goes wrong I will be sure to tell ya. DM01

phox_mulder · 01-27-2003, 01:23 PM

There have been '02's with lift pump problems already.
Supposedly it is a newer design.

Maybe these failures are early production 2002's using up the last of the older lift pumps?

Kind of like the KDP in the early 98.5's and 99's, using up the last of the older style gear covers?

Mine has been fine so far, only had it on a Briarhopper gauge once though, and that was idling and a little pedal, not WOT.

My transmission is still fine as well, but I am unBOMBed so far.

phox

Fishin2Deep4U · 01-27-2003, 01:55 PM

My transmission is still fine as well, but I am unBOMBed so far. Sounds like you are on your way though Phox! ;D Dave

phox_mulder · 01-27-2003, 05:00 PM

Soon I hope. phox

BigBlue · 01-28-2003, 11:01 AM

One lift pump, one set of transmission electronics, current TC, replaced my semi-ok lift pump with Holley Black.

01-27-2003, 08:36 AM	#2
hellotbone Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Aurora, Ontario Posts: 1,498 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Re:Problems Fixed on 2002's: Lift Pump, Trannys, etc. Umm my truck was bombed from the day I got it I dunno much about any issues I lost my warranty the day I drove my truck off the lot. As for probs, un just the balljoints in the front end of mine are worn out already. Other then that any probs I have had are a result of bombs. I do have a good lift pump though and my tranny is holding for now with a TQ and VB upgrade along with better clutches. Hope this helps<br>Jamie __________________ 02 Ram,Scotty II,Edge comp,Edm's,B1KS,4",DTT trans,Full Air ride,Airbrushed,Eagle Rims,ARE Tonneau,Bremen Boards,Sir Micales Roll Pan,Diamond Clear Tails,Clear Cab lights, Clear Corners,Bed Rug,Onboard Air,Aline CVA1005,JL Componements. 05 Duramax Edge Box,ARE Intake,4" exhaust 95 Eagle Talon TSi AWD. Lots stuff Runs 12's

01-27-2003, 08:45 AM	#3
Pit Bull Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: SW Missouri Posts: 180 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Re:Problems Fixed on 2002's: Lift Pump, Trannys, etc. [quote author=Jones0027 link=board=4;threadid=10151;start=0#96956 date=1043677489]<br>Diesel Gods,<br> Have alot of the past problems with lift pumps and tranny's been fixed on the 2002's? <br> <br>[/quote]<br><br>Well you have the latest and greatest lift pump. Should last longer if you don't bomb, if you don't drive WOT and then get off the pedal and if you keep it over 1/2 full of fuel at all times. Plus use a good diesel fuel additive that lubes the system. As for the transmission it is one of the best going per some transmission experts I have spoken with. It will last a long time if you don't bomb your truck or abuse it by towing or pulling loads outside spec's, and change the fluids and filter per the owners manual. __________________ 3500 4x4 ETH/DEE (02)

01-27-2003, 10:06 AM	#4
Fishin2Deep4U Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: The Great Northwest! Posts: 1,276 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Re:Problems Fixed on 2002's: Lift Pump, Trannys, etc. I have had a lift pump fail on my '02.<br><br> <br><br>Dave __________________ '02 2500 SLT CTD, Auto, 3.54, 285 Cam with 12V lift pump, big sticks, twins, DTT trans, o-ringed and studded head, 3rd gen alloy wheels Stocky

01-27-2003, 11:33 AM	#5
dodgeman01 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Sharpsburg KY Posts: 1,831 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Re:Problems Fixed on 2002's: Lift Pump, Trannys, etc. I have a friend who pulls Hot shot and has 2 02 with over 100k<br>on them and have never had a problem. I will soon be buying one of these trucks so if anything goes wrong I will be sure to tell ya.<br>DM01 __________________ Aaron [color=blue 94 Dodge Cummins Diesel forest green 4x4 reg. cab (2002) 5spd 215 pumped set at 30* 5x16 edm injectors ported,polished, and O-ringed head with custom valves and springs snow water meth kit put to the ground by SBC DD clutch[/color] twins soon 04 auto commonrail (stock)01 p-pumped 24v 6spd 98 dodge CTD 93 dodge ctd 95 dodge gasser Its a Horse power thing Ford owners wouldn't understaind Thanks Peter of South Bend Clutch for the new tranny clutch and help

01-27-2003, 01:23 PM	#6
phox_mulder Administrator Join Date: May 2002 Location: Sandy, Utah Posts: 6,530 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Re:Problems Fixed on 2002's: Lift Pump, Trannys, etc. There have been '02's with lift pump problems already. Supposedly it is a newer design. Maybe these failures are early production 2002's using up the last of the older lift pumps? Kind of like the KDP in the early 98.5's and 99's, using up the last of the older style gear covers? Mine has been fine so far, only had it on a Briarhopper gauge once though, and that was idling and a little pedal, not WOT. My transmission is still fine as well, but I am unBOMBed so far. phox __________________ 2002.5 Dodge Ram 2500 4X4 SOLD 2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X 4x4. Detonator Yellow in color Bone stock for now, at least for a couple months 2008 Harley Davidson FLHR Road King. Black Pearl in color 12 inch apes, stainless cables, Vance & Hines pipes, garage door opener, combo speedo/tach

01-27-2003, 01:55 PM	#7
Fishin2Deep4U Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: The Great Northwest! Posts: 1,276 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Re:Problems Fixed on 2002's: Lift Pump, Trannys, etc. My transmission is still fine as well, but I am unBOMBed so far.<br><br>Sounds like you are on your way though Phox!<br><br> ;D<br><br>Dave

01-27-2003, 05:00 PM	#8
phox_mulder Administrator Join Date: May 2002 Location: Sandy, Utah Posts: 6,530 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Re:Problems Fixed on 2002's: Lift Pump, Trannys, etc. Soon I hope.<br><br>phox

01-28-2003, 11:01 AM	#9
BigBlue Banned Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 0 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Re:Problems Fixed on 2002's: Lift Pump, Trannys, etc. One lift pump, one set of transmission electronics, current TC, replaced my semi-ok lift pump with Holley Black.

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