Recent content by MarkMac77
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how many of you tow with a 2 gen dodge
That is 16 hay bales in my 2001 with a 5.2 Magnum and a 5-speed. It doesn’t even squat the suspension. For trailers I use my 2018 Cummins.- MarkMac77
- Post #22
- Forum: Towing & Hauling
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2008 Ram 5.7 Hemi Throwing Multiple Codes, fixed and new codes....over and over
My first step would be to uninstall the tuner, then disconnect the battery overnight and start from there. Then sell the tuner on ebay. Generate an itemized list of issues to address. Prioritize the issues. Stick to testing and/or replacing one component at a time. When you change multiple...- MarkMac77
- Post #2
- Forum: Site News & How To Use The Forum
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Still new here
Welcome to the asylum. I had a pre-power wagon 2500 with the 5.7 Hemi. After 16 years I got Cummins fever and sold the Hemi to a buddy. In 16 years that 2500 Hemi never went to a mechanic, not once. It was a fine truck. Congrats on the purchase.- MarkMac77
- Post #2
- Forum: Introduction
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How long before engine temp reaches normal op temp?
My 2018 Cummins will take 15-20 minutes to reach normal operating temperature. My gassers warm up faster, but I don’t hawk the readouts on the gassers.- MarkMac77
- Post #29
- Forum: General Discussions
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Top speed
170 mph is a hard “may not” on that 750. Still a classic bike and cool pic. On the speedo, My ZRX-1200R was good for about 155 mph tops, and my Sprint ST-1050 could just touch 170 mph… but in creeping slowly from 160-170 the seconds seemingly turn into minutes and it takes A LOT of straight road.- MarkMac77
- Post #20
- Forum: Other Vehicle Discussion
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intermittent wiper not working
my free internet diagnosis suggests the switch assembly is bad. The wiper motors and electrical wiring is good because the wipers do work, so the thingamabob controlling the intermittent wipers is the likely culprit.- MarkMac77
- Post #2
- Forum: General Discussion
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Thinking of making the switch to 2500 6.4
I’d get a couple older HD trucks. My rationale, all the gasser HDs get poor mileage towing. One or the other might go down for repair, but probably not both. Cheap used parts will be available in salvage yards. Actual work trucks get beat on, get dents, grimed out interiors, etc… especially...- MarkMac77
- Post #41
- Forum: Heavy Duty
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HELP! 2020 Ecodiesel Engine Failure
I’ll second what was said about light duty diesels in American vehicles. They just don’t seem to historically show good longevity in that application. 40 years ago people were yanking dead 6.2L diesels out of half-ton GM pickups and swapping in 350 V8s. It was epidemic. You don’t...- MarkMac77
- Post #11
- Forum: Dodge Ram Eco Diesels
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Eco diesel engine blown
The OP made multiple poor decisions: *Private party sale with no dealer backing. *Mostly or all financed. *High mileage vehicle. *No warranty. *Multiple questionable modifications. *Vehicle model with dubious reliability reports. *OP likely not mechanically inclined or no mechanic inspection...- MarkMac77
- Post #42
- Forum: Dodge Ram Eco Diesels
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Rear end whine
Is the squeal originating from the rear differential? If so, how many miles does the truck have and when was the last time you changed out the differential lube? My wife’s old 2014 did developed a squeal from the rear differential a few years ago. It had about 170,000 miles and I wasn’t great...- MarkMac77
- Post #2
- Forum: Engine & Performance
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"303 Aerospace" Is a Fantastic UV Protectant Product. You will Not Be Disappointed!
I buy 303 by the gallon on Amazon. I started using it when I got a new jeep in 2013. The 303 goes on everything from the boat, trailer tires, truck trim, tractor seat, dirtbike, ATV plastic, Glock frames, Milwaukee 12v and 18v tool bodies, chainsaw engine covers, etc. -
Is The Eco Diesel Worth It?
I’ve driven Rams for 20+ years, my wife has a 22 Hemi, I have an 18 Cummins and an 01 1500. I previously had a 14 and an 03. As much as I like Ram, I’d jump on the half-ton Duramax over the Ram eco-diesel. I hear too many issues with the eco-diesel and nothing but praise for the baby Duramax...- MarkMac77
- Post #7
- Forum: Dodge Ram Eco Diesels
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Slowest-selling vehicle in America is the Dodge Ram 2500 truck
I think there is more than a single factor affecting lethargic sales. 1 FACTOR: A good portion of buyers *want* to look cool in the big truck or fast car… but don’t *need* it. If they needed to tow or haul, then they wouldn’t compromise the truck by lifting it or installing huge tires, or...- MarkMac77
- Post #31
- Forum: Dodge Ram News
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6.7 Cummins detonation?
Diesel engines run by compression ignition. They tend to be loud and clattery, especially the older diesels that don’t have the newer complex fuel injection systems to help quiet them down. Diesels are susceptible to poor quality fuel. If yours is running well despite sole noise, then I’d...- MarkMac77
- Post #3
- Forum: General Discussions
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1996 Ram 1500 5.9L magnum died
There is no easy button answer with the limited information you provided. If it tries to run on starting fluid, then I’d suspect a fueling issue. Is there some fuel in the tank? Is there a fuel filter, and if so, could it be clogged? Is the fuel pump working?- MarkMac77
- Post #2
- Forum: General Discussion
