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1998 Dodge 2500 12V. Dealer states I need a new PCM and they can not get one until January (backordered) Is there a good aftermarket replacement? I can't wait until then, I needs my truck...lol
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i know ebay listings are not allowed but here is a page from ebay
http://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_nkw=199....c0.m270.l1313
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I've known several people whose dealer told them they needed a new PCM.
Not even one new PCM fixed the problems.
All the problems were related to a bad connection at the PCM.
The dealer "mechanics" are totally lost nowdays when the computer doesn't tell them what's wrong with a vehicle so they blame it on the computer.
As said the 12 valve PCM is pretty stout, has internal circuit breakers to protect it and rarely fails.
The people I knew who ended up with two good PCMs bought the new one from junkyards or Napa. The year and tranny type have to match and the new PCM sometimes must be programed by the dealer.
Find a good automotive electric specialist, not the dealer and save your money.
Not even one new PCM fixed the problems.
All the problems were related to a bad connection at the PCM.
The dealer "mechanics" are totally lost nowdays when the computer doesn't tell them what's wrong with a vehicle so they blame it on the computer.
As said the 12 valve PCM is pretty stout, has internal circuit breakers to protect it and rarely fails.
The people I knew who ended up with two good PCMs bought the new one from junkyards or Napa. The year and tranny type have to match and the new PCM sometimes must be programed by the dealer.
Find a good automotive electric specialist, not the dealer and save your money.
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