Survey: 48RE
02-12-2004 | 11:22 AM
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Re: Survey: 48RE
Originally posted by diirk
Because of all the concerns over the quality of the 48RE tranny, I'd like to compile some data on the subject. For those of you with a 48RE, please respond with the following information, and anything else you think may be pertinent.
Year:03
Model:2500 4x4 cummins
Mileage:6,000
Gearing:3.73
Item Towed:Occasinal 5,000#
Problems:0
Mods:bilsteins @ 285's
Other:so far,so good.....
Thanks...
Because of all the concerns over the quality of the 48RE tranny, I'd like to compile some data on the subject. For those of you with a 48RE, please respond with the following information, and anything else you think may be pertinent.
Year:03
Model:2500 4x4 cummins
Mileage:6,000
Gearing:3.73
Item Towed:Occasinal 5,000#
Problems:0
Mods:bilsteins @ 285's
Other:so far,so good.....
Thanks...
02-12-2004 | 12:55 PM
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Re: Survey: 48RE
Originally posted by diirk
Because of all the concerns over the quality of the 48RE tranny, I'd like to compile some data on the subject. For those of you with a 48RE, please respond with the following information, and anything else you think may be pertinent.
Year:2003
Model:3500 dually
Mileage:11,442
Gearing:4:10
Item Towed:15,500 fifth wheel
Problems:None
Mods:None
Other:Has done a fine job, I am buying a 6 speed so I can install a Jake Brake
Thanks...
Because of all the concerns over the quality of the 48RE tranny, I'd like to compile some data on the subject. For those of you with a 48RE, please respond with the following information, and anything else you think may be pertinent.
Year:2003
Model:3500 dually
Mileage:11,442
Gearing:4:10
Item Towed:15,500 fifth wheel
Problems:None
Mods:None
Other:Has done a fine job, I am buying a 6 speed so I can install a Jake Brake
Thanks...
02-12-2004 | 04:40 PM
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From: new york, where else?
Originally posted by njoverkill
I dont think gas rams get 48re ??? I thought they get that 5spd auto with the HEMI.
I dont think gas rams get 48re ??? I thought they get that 5spd auto with the HEMI.
02-12-2004 | 09:44 PM
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From: Flagstaff, Arizona
2003 2500 HO 4x4 48RE
15,000 miles
Tow 8000# 5ver twice a month; 250+ miles each time.
Jake Brake installed by dealer, who promised to warranty it and tranny after he found out he shouldn't have installed the Jake.
No other mods.
No leaks, no problems, no odd shifts so far, and great braking action down to 50mph.
15,000 miles
Tow 8000# 5ver twice a month; 250+ miles each time.
Jake Brake installed by dealer, who promised to warranty it and tranny after he found out he shouldn't have installed the Jake.
No other mods.
No leaks, no problems, no odd shifts so far, and great braking action down to 50mph.
02-12-2004 | 10:39 PM
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From: Glendale AZ
Year:04
Model:SLT QC SB
Mileage:4K
Gearing:3.73
Item Towed:27' TT, 6K# waiting to be towed
Problems:Transfer case leak, Rear end pinion and shaft
Mods:Bone Stock
Other:I think there is a vibration at 75MPH(2100RPM) Dealer says I'm crazy
Model:SLT QC SB
Mileage:4K
Gearing:3.73
Item Towed:27' TT, 6K# waiting to be towed
Problems:Transfer case leak, Rear end pinion and shaft
Mods:Bone Stock
Other:I think there is a vibration at 75MPH(2100RPM) Dealer says I'm crazy
02-12-2004 | 11:19 PM
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Re: Survey: 48RE
Year:03
Model:3500 srw
Mileage:13k
Gearing:3something I'm not going outside to look
Item Towed:35+ ft towbox trailer( http://www.giantrv.com/products/warrior/warrior.htm)11-13+k pull trailer depending on if I put my Jeep inside. It's got about a 1300lb tongue.
Problems:light deal caused by me (pretty sure-warranty) and quick connect @ the tranny cooler (warranty 2 days ago - problem from manufacturer per dealer) lost about a half quart.
Mods:none
Other:I pull my trailer a lot. First 4k of 5k was pulling. I've said it a lot. I pull from about sea level 320miles to Mammoth area (over 8500 at Deadmans). I go through a desert and pull major grades in 100+ degree heat. I keep the ac pumping and floor it. I have a warranty and would rather break it while it's in effect. I've also pulled when the temps were in the single digits (water lines on trailer froze). I get about 9 mpg towing. Usually keep it under 80mph. Free oil changes for life
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Model:3500 srw
Mileage:13k
Gearing:3something I'm not going outside to look
Item Towed:35+ ft towbox trailer( http://www.giantrv.com/products/warrior/warrior.htm)11-13+k pull trailer depending on if I put my Jeep inside. It's got about a 1300lb tongue.
Problems:light deal caused by me (pretty sure-warranty) and quick connect @ the tranny cooler (warranty 2 days ago - problem from manufacturer per dealer) lost about a half quart.
Mods:none
Other:I pull my trailer a lot. First 4k of 5k was pulling. I've said it a lot. I pull from about sea level 320miles to Mammoth area (over 8500 at Deadmans). I go through a desert and pull major grades in 100+ degree heat. I keep the ac pumping and floor it. I have a warranty and would rather break it while it's in effect. I've also pulled when the temps were in the single digits (water lines on trailer froze). I get about 9 mpg towing. Usually keep it under 80mph. Free oil changes for life
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02-12-2004 | 11:48 PM
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From: Peoria, AZ
Originally posted by ppsi
Funny this comes up> I spoke-w-a very reputable and honest tranny guy this week and showed him my new toy. He rolled his eyes when I said 48RE and said he does at least one a month. Mostly on Rams-w-Gas. He said the 48RE is a "glorified"Mopar 727. He said the main cause for melt down is fluid temps and that there is a check ball in the line that sticks and causes no fluid circulation to the rear of the tranny. For the heck of it he looked at mine and was really suprised at the improvement they made regarding the line size and the size of the cooler which he said was huge.
FWIW-please give me some input. I plan on "bombing" this truck as soon as funds allow. I cannot imagine going back to a gas daily driver.
Also if there are easy/cheap/effective mods to the 48RE please advise me. - Thanks
Funny this comes up> I spoke-w-a very reputable and honest tranny guy this week and showed him my new toy. He rolled his eyes when I said 48RE and said he does at least one a month. Mostly on Rams-w-Gas. He said the 48RE is a "glorified"Mopar 727. He said the main cause for melt down is fluid temps and that there is a check ball in the line that sticks and causes no fluid circulation to the rear of the tranny. For the heck of it he looked at mine and was really suprised at the improvement they made regarding the line size and the size of the cooler which he said was huge.
FWIW-please give me some input. I plan on "bombing" this truck as soon as funds allow. I cannot imagine going back to a gas daily driver.
Also if there are easy/cheap/effective mods to the 48RE please advise me. - Thanks
They are having problems with the Hemi autos from what I have heard but that tranny is a 5-spd auto, the same as the 1/2 ton unit from what I hear. Unless you are doing big hp/tq numbers you will probably be fine with a 48re.
Just my $0.02
GT
02-13-2004 | 03:07 AM
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From: Peoria, AZ
Re: Survey: 48RE
Originally posted by diirk
Because of all the concerns over the quality of the 48RE tranny, I'd like to compile some data on the subject. For those of you with a 48RE, please respond with the following information, and anything else you think may be pertinent.
Year: 2003
Model: 2500 4x4 SB
Mileage: 15500
Gearing: 373 I was told
Item Towed: 21' boat, 4,400 lb jeep on 2,000 lb trailer, 5Klb TT
Problems: None
Mods: all stock
Other: its all good
Thanks...
Because of all the concerns over the quality of the 48RE tranny, I'd like to compile some data on the subject. For those of you with a 48RE, please respond with the following information, and anything else you think may be pertinent.
Year: 2003
Model: 2500 4x4 SB
Mileage: 15500
Gearing: 373 I was told
Item Towed: 21' boat, 4,400 lb jeep on 2,000 lb trailer, 5Klb TT
Problems: None
Mods: all stock
Other: its all good
Thanks...
02-13-2004 | 09:03 AM
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From: Western WA
Year: 2003
Model: 3500 4X4 LWB SRW
Mileage:15000
Gearing:3.73
Item Towed: 5000# car hauler (loaded)
Problems: had issue with the trans not shifting to OD - turned out to be the connection between the ECM and the PCM had some water in it which caused a short and the PCM to think the throttle was on the floor not allowing it to shift to OD. (this has happened TWICE)
Mods: none
Other:
Model: 3500 4X4 LWB SRW
Mileage:15000
Gearing:3.73
Item Towed: 5000# car hauler (loaded)
Problems: had issue with the trans not shifting to OD - turned out to be the connection between the ECM and the PCM had some water in it which caused a short and the PCM to think the throttle was on the floor not allowing it to shift to OD. (this has happened TWICE)
Mods: none
Other:
02-17-2004 | 10:57 AM
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From: Upton, Wyoming
Re: Survey: 48RE
Originally posted by diirk
Year:2003
Model: SLT LB 4x4
Mileage:36500
Gearing:3.73
Item Towed: Air compressors (17-22k), loaded Goosenecks (7-24K), 25' fiver (7K?), power boat (insignificant).
Problems:None
Mods:None
Other: I too long for an e-brake
Thanks...
Year:2003
Model: SLT LB 4x4
Mileage:36500
Gearing:3.73
Item Towed: Air compressors (17-22k), loaded Goosenecks (7-24K), 25' fiver (7K?), power boat (insignificant).
Problems:None
Mods:None
Other: I too long for an e-brake
Thanks...