just installed my vdo FP gauge and big line kit at idle it is at 12lbs running at 60 about 8 if i stand on it it goes to about 5. i ran the gauge to the port in the filter housing that is closest to the block is this right? Also is this pressure ok for a little while the purchase of the truck and such have broke me. I will get a new pump soon but can i run this for a little while. I need to tow 9k about 50 miles Saturday.

 

also just a thought would it matter if the filter is old i have no idea how old it is or how to change it either. Can i get them at autozone or advance auto?

 

Filter may make a difference. You should be able to pick one up at your local Cummins shop or, if you don't mind Wix filters (like me), you can get one pretty much anywhere. Instructions for the filter swap are here!

 

$109.00 on Ebay for a Carter. Get yourself one soon. You should be seeing a smooth 15 at idle and no less than 12 or so WOT.

 

Yup. Just don't go to napa like I did, they're twice as much. Change the filter too and you'll be good to go.

 

http://www.dodgeram.org/tech/dsl/fil...uel_filter.htm
Here are some directions for a fuel filter change.

DO NOT BUY THE REPLACEMENT FILTER FROM THE DODGE DEALER!!
They charge $45.00 for the SAME filter you can buy for $14.00 from Cummins or any auto parts store.

 

got mine off a friend that had lifetime on them from O'rileys i think it was around 200 but we've used the waranty about three times so i would say we got our money worth, or should i say i got his money worth.

 

i will get one soon also will change the filter is it ok for a week or so as long as i watch the gauge. what pressure will damage start to occure.

 

one more yhing am in in the right port for the gauge its the one near the lines at the top.

 

$1,200 for a valve body replacement @ 42,000 miles.

(You can't beat me when it comes to taking a beating ) Live and learn my friend, live and learn..................