gopokes

I am looking at an 02 2500 cummins 4x4 5 speed manual with 71k. Before purchase, what sort of things should I check/look for? I know this is a broad question but just looking to get a general idea. My plan is to hook up to our 24ft tt and take a substantial road trip (8k+ miles). I would like to try and identify problems prior to the trip instead of during. Any suggestions including year/model recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Ph4tty

Get the vin and have dodge look up the service history of the vehicle. Lift pumps and injection pumps are the weak links so if you have new parts thats good.

Without starting the truck turn the key on, off, on, off, on, off, on and watch for codes to pop up on the odometer. P0216 the death code for the injector pump

gopokes

One dealer I spoke with (different truck) said they aren't allowed to give that info out other than to the owner.

2RamsNoCash

well make buds with someone who works in dealership(my uncle is a mopar parts manager) get them to run vin.as well find a cheap truck so if have to repair isnt end of world.then run it hard they like it.Bill