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  1. RustyRamFan

    Best Brake booster

    1991 W150 318 auto tranny Truck moans at me when I press the brakes, even when already stopped. This means brake booster yeah? I only had this one for 4 months! Whats the best place to source new brake boosters that will last a while?
  2. RustyRamFan

    '91 Speedometer Signal

    1991 with a 318 and Auto Tranny Speedometer and odometer aren't moving. Had my speedometer fixed by a professional. Installed speedometer back in dodge, it no work. Distance sensor swapped out. Still no work. What do I need to check in my dodge before I say issue lies with the "fixed"...
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    '91 Speedometer signal

    1991 with a 318 and Auto Tranny Speedometer and odometer aren't moving. Had my speedometer fixed by a professional. Installed speedometer back in dodge, it no work. Distance sensor swapped out. Still no work. What do I need to check in my dodge before I say issue lies with the "fixed"...
  4. RustyRamFan

    Welding tips on front Body mount bracket

    I am about to weld in both of my front body mount brackets in my 1991 dodge ram w150. Do you guys know any tips and tricks to make the job go easier? Should I be worried that when plug welding the thicker bracket to the thinner inner rocker my welder will blow a hole though the inner rocker...
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    Driver door and body mount alignment

    What should I look out for and what should I pay attention to when welding up a new drivers side front body mount bracket? l am most cautious of the door being able to close and not leak water. I've been doing rust repair for my old W150 1991 dodge ram. I've taken out both of her front body...
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    Wheel Hub interchangeability

    Will any 5-lug first gen wheel hub fit on any first gen trucks? Is the only option for wheel hubs to buy them used, in junkyards? I have a 1991 W150 Dodge ram, with a spun bearing.
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    Sheet Metal Gauge for body panels

    Anyone know the sheet metal gauge for things like the floor pan, rocker panel and rear wheel wheels? I'm trying to get the right setting on my welder with some scrap, but I'm not sure what its supposed to be. Seems to be around 18-20 gauge
  8. RustyRamFan

    Exhaust fell off

    Hey guys my muffler rusted fell off and it's time for a new exhaust system. Where so you guys to go purchase exhaust systems? Do you usually buy the whole system or just buy each part separately and weld them together? Dual pipes or just one? I'm thinking something just as loud as stock, or...
  9. RustyRamFan

    Best Carpet?

    About to weld up the floorplan and then replace the carpet on my 1991 Dodge ram W150 Where do you guys try to get carpets from? I dont mind spending a bit more if it's a really good carpet. So far I hear Auto Custom carpet does good but their carpet is about six inches short in the rear. Is...
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    Best wire size and brand for welding our rusted body panels

    Never welded before but, I just bought a hobart handler 140 mig welder to weld up on my 1991 dodge ram w150. Problem is there are so many choices of wire sizes and brands to choose from! I want the absolute best wire out there for body panels. I've heard I need .023" wire solid core. But then I...
  11. RustyRamFan

    Help newbie understand lsd swap

    I'd like to take my rear end's open differential and somehow turn it into a limited slip. Problem is, I have no idea how to understand this. Is it as simple as adding a few parts? What is an axle ratio and why does this matter so much?? How to know your axle ratio?? Didnt Dodge offer this...
  12. RustyRamFan

    1st Gen for life, Gas vs Diesel

    I want to own a 1st gen dodge ram with 4wd for life. I understand that this will take alot of upkeep, but which model of dodge ram will give me the least issues? Gas Vs Diesel? 318 vs 360? Manual tranny vs automatic? W150 vs W250 vs W350?
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    Weak vaccum pressure for 4x4 system

    The 5 inch in diameter ball that holds two vaccum lines that go to the transfer case switch had fallen off. Didnt notice until just now, there is barely any pressure in the system. Where should I look for where the dirt has done damage? Also anyone have a schematic for this vaccum system? My...
  14. RustyRamFan

    Grounds behind dash

    Having trouble codes 12, 37, 41 and thought it might be a grounding issue. Is this how the grounds are supposed to look? One ground is right behind the radio. There's a weird bolt nearby, is that were its supposed to go to? The other ground is to the right of the steering column. One wire is...
  15. RustyRamFan

    What to do for maintance and tune ups

    I have a 1991 W150 auto tranny Dodge Ram, Carbonated engine. What things should I do to make sure its well tuned and in good maintance? I'm thinking changing spark plugs and intake filter but I really want this thing to run as good as possible what do you all do and recommend doing? Thanks...
  16. RustyRamFan

    Ground locations

    Trying to make a complete list of ground locations for these first gems Right now I got: One near windshield wiper motor One right of the steering column Two near battery negative terminal Ground behind #6 valve cover One on the alternator One on the thing that looks like an alternator but...
  17. RustyRamFan

    Ways to fix odometer

    Odometer no longer counts miles. Does not look impressive! How to find new working parts? I've been told the electrical bits behind the odometer in the dash are the culprit, but do you all know of anyone selling this motor/computer thingy? (Counter gears were okay btw)
  18. RustyRamFan

    Best Manual for 1991 W150?

    Trying to keep my awesome 1991 W150 truck from not self imploding and in need an upgrade from my Chilton's manual. Especially in terms of understanding the electrical system and schematics, 4wd vaccum system and the transfer case solenoid. Ebay had a ton of manuals, especially factory manuals...
  19. RustyRamFan

    TroubleShooting Electrical Codes

    Hey guys, I got a 1991 Dodge Ram 4x4 with a 318 engine and a 241D automatic Transmission. So I dont know nothing about electrical troubleshooting, and I'd like to learn alot more. I don't want my truck to blow up! Plus the ladies dont like seeing check engine lights, I think it ruins the...

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