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Forum: 12 Valve Engine and Drivetrain
03-10-2013, 02:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,245
Posted By 9812vram

I love my 98 12v. Wouldn't trade up or down in...

I love my 98 12v. Wouldn't trade up or down in years.
These auto's are fine in stock form, they just need the line pressure turned up some and a tighter converter.
I don't mean anything bad...
Forum: 12 Valve Engine and Drivetrain
03-09-2013, 05:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,418
Posted By 9812vram

The only way the oil will change temperature is...

The only way the oil will change temperature is through heat saturation. Same with the coolant obviously, but the coolant is routed around all the hottest parts of the head and in large quantities,...
Forum: General Diesel Discussion
02-25-2013, 10:09 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,786
Posted By 9812vram

I stand corrected. The EPA CAN regulate cow...

I stand corrected. The EPA CAN regulate cow farts! [laugh]
Forum: 24 Valve Engine and Drivetrain
02-24-2013, 11:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,339
Posted By 9812vram

What were you pulling on the trailer? A 40mph...

What were you pulling on the trailer? A 40mph tail wind? [laugh] Sounds pretty optimistic, but I wasn't there of course.

Just saw a commercial on the TV the other night where RAM was advertising...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
02-24-2013, 05:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 13,028
Posted By 9812vram

Diesel fuel itself doesnt burn completely. It...

Diesel fuel itself doesnt burn completely. It leaves carbon deposits behind all over the place including the engine oil. So if the thousands of liters of diesel you go through leaves its unburnt...
Forum: General Diesel Discussion
02-23-2013, 08:41 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,786
Posted By 9812vram

I read somewhere that the cook fires in Asia add...

I read somewhere that the cook fires in Asia add up to more pollution than all the vehicles in the US. Also, all the cattle in North America release more pollution into the atmosphere than all the...
Forum: 12 Valve Engine and Drivetrain
02-22-2013, 11:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,032
Posted By 9812vram

I'm curious how you reached this conclusion?...

I'm curious how you reached this conclusion? Pretty hard to tell that there's no current going through the cables unless you're checking it with an inductive ammeter and cranking the engine at the...
Forum: Other
02-22-2013, 10:56 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,444
Posted By 9812vram

102 holes in the truck and only a couple in the...

102 holes in the truck and only a couple in the occupants? Certainly gives testament to their aiming abilities. I guess if they shoot at you, just slowly walk away.... [laugh]
Forum: 12 Valve Engine and Drivetrain
02-22-2013, 10:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,418
Posted By 9812vram

You're entitled to your opinion. Like I said,...

You're entitled to your opinion. Like I said, some folks are totally content with a 50+ degree temp fluctuation because "the manufacturer said..." while others see it as a problem and seek ways to...
Forum: 24 Valve Engine and Drivetrain
02-21-2013, 06:51 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,339
Posted By 9812vram

Haaa... I don't know how I missed that! [dummy] ...

Haaa... I don't know how I missed that! [dummy]
-20F (-28c) starting is hard on any diesel, really hard. I don't even try when it's that cold and my truck's not plugged in.

The trick with...
Forum: 24 Valve Engine and Drivetrain
02-20-2013, 06:51 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,339
Posted By 9812vram

Grid heater is not the problem here. Those...

Grid heater is not the problem here. Those engines will light right off at 20F without the grids if everything else is in good shape. Good to make sure its working, but at 20F it's not the cause of...
Forum: 3rd Gen Engine and Drivetrain -> 2003-2007
02-19-2013, 09:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,466
Posted By 9812vram

I've only installed two sets of CR injectors. I...

I've only installed two sets of CR injectors. I put in a stock set of remans from Pensicola Diesel (not my choice) for one fella... Caught a sale and they were cheap as cheap, but they don't seem to...
Forum: 3rd Gen Engine and Drivetrain -> 2003-2007
02-18-2013, 03:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,466
Posted By 9812vram

That thing should fire up without the grids in...

That thing should fire up without the grids in -6*c temps, no problem. Not trying to be a jerk, but I think the difference you're seeing in how long the light stays on is your imagination... If your...
Forum: 24 Valve Engine and Drivetrain
02-18-2013, 02:54 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,339
Posted By 9812vram

Your truck needs some attention - that happens...

Your truck needs some attention - that happens over time. But going to a gasser is probably not the best idea, especially if you tow from time to time... For one, it's expensive to switch vehicles...
Forum: Introductions / New People
02-18-2013, 02:39 PM
Replies: 2
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Posted By 9812vram

Welcome to DTR! Be sure to fill the basics...

Welcome to DTR!

Be sure to fill the basics of your truck into you signature so the fella's can answer questions easier :)
Forum: 3rd Gen High Performance and Accessories (5.9L Only)
02-18-2013, 02:02 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 20,247
Posted By 9812vram

Subscribed.

Subscribed.
Forum: 12 Valve Engine and Drivetrain
02-18-2013, 12:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,606
Posted By 9812vram

Welcome lugnut! Hope you brought your reading...

Welcome lugnut! Hope you brought your reading binoculars! [laugh]

and X2 on about everything patdaly said. I run Rotella oil and Mopar (wix) filters and I also got bit on the dowel pin. Sucks. TST...
Forum: 12 Valve Engine and Drivetrain
02-17-2013, 09:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,418
Posted By 9812vram

The book says this is 100% totally normal,...

The book says this is 100% totally normal, especially under load - but it's not. I believe this was an attempt to "fix" a design flaw. The book says it's normal, thus MOST people are satisfied with...
Forum: 1st Gen. Ram - All Topics
02-10-2013, 05:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 829
Posted By 9812vram

Could also be the sprag clutch let go

Could also be the sprag clutch let go
Forum: 12 Valve Engine and Drivetrain
02-10-2013, 04:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,434
Posted By 9812vram

Have you checked the fuel shut-off lever/solenoid...

Have you checked the fuel shut-off lever/solenoid as pointed out earlier? What is your fuel pressure?
Forum: Introductions / New People
02-10-2013, 04:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 557
Posted By 9812vram

Howdy howdy! Welcome sir!

Howdy howdy! Welcome sir!
Forum: Other
02-10-2013, 04:41 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,444
Posted By 9812vram

Just been watching all these vids on this case...

Just been watching all these vids on this case from several news sites... The details are so mixed up. I'm noticing a lot of inconsistencies. His vehicle identity has been mixed up twice, once even...
Forum: 12 Valve Engine and Drivetrain
02-05-2013, 10:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,434
Posted By 9812vram

As I was reading this thread I was waiting for...

As I was reading this thread I was waiting for someone to say that! [coffee]
And then I was waiting for infidel to post:



[laugh]
Forum: Performance and Accessories 2nd gen only
02-05-2013, 10:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 998
Posted By 9812vram

OEM Cummins pump says "Made in China" right on...

OEM Cummins pump says "Made in China" right on it! lol When I replaced mine I made sure it was a genuine Carter. Made in USA! 44,000 miles later, so far so good...
Forum: 12 Valve Engine and Drivetrain
02-05-2013, 10:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,916
Posted By 9812vram

Ya, quality is yet to be determined, but so far...

Ya, quality is yet to be determined, but so far +1 for customer service! I won't get into details, but I've never dealt with them before now and I basically asked for a favor and he just up and did...
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