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    Horrendous sound on cold start

    I had a similar noise in my truck that I chased for quite some time,2-3 sec screech on cold start,usually below freezing temps.I was almost certian it was p/s pump.I ended up changing my low pressure lines and have not heard the noise in several years now.My guess is that it was the o ring on...
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    2003 Dodge Ram 1500 (5.7L Hemi) possible water pump leaking.

    If the leak is coming from that black tube going into your water pump,that is your water pump inlet tube.It only sits in there with an o ring.The tube itself can be replaced for about 25 bucks or just the o ring for much less.However,If that is the original pump,you're probably due.
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    Keep 4th gen or trade for a 2nd or 3rd gen

    I just replaced my upper and lower control arms w/balljoints,sway bar links,bushings and coil springs.All parts K moog and mevotech supreme.Parts were $525.00.Install was not bad for my first time ever doing it.And I did mine by myself in the street,no garage or even a driveway to work in.Mine...
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    Oil Pressure gauge

    Could be the oil pressure sensor/sending unit.Located right above the oil filter.It was the fix when I had this issue.Around 20 bucks and 5 min. to replace.Wow 46k.I thought my mileage was low(91k on 2004).Good luck and welcome to the forum.
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    Not sure what I have going on

    Mechanics stethoscope from harbor freight is like 5 to 10 bucks.They work great.
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    Anyone know where I could get replacement bolt?

    Some scumbag probably needed one and snatched it in a parking lot.I'm ready for the day I catch it happening to my truck.
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    Oil pressure gauge

    I vote oil pressure sensor.Mine was easy,right above the oil filter.idk where it lives in the 4.7.
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    DIY WATER PUMP INSTRUCTIONS

    Hold the pully with a pin spanner wrench.They are pretty tight.I've used a air hammer to break the stubborn ones loose a few times.Good luck.
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    Rustproofing

    I used some rectangular magnets I found at hf.They covered the opening perfectly and stay in place.
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    ETHANOL FREE ???

    Yes, the fact that it is so much cheaper is what has me skeptical.Usually when something sounds too good to be true,it is.Anyhow, I will put some in my mower and check it out.I will probably ck. some other e free prices in the area and compare.
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    ETHANOL FREE ???

    So, almost a dollar per gallon cheaper and more mpg.Sounds good to me as I currently only get about 11 mpg(all city),but I also drive like a cowboy.I read somewhere that it will give a slight boost in power and also read that it does not burn as clean causing carbon,is there any truth to that?It...
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    ETHANOL FREE ???

    I have read some old threads here and looked on the internet a bit but I am getting conflicting results.
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    ETHANOL FREE ???

    I have been considering switching to ethanol free gas.I have always used 89 octane E-10 which is currently $4.19 gal..I found a station nearby that offers 90 octane ethanol free for $3.26 gal..Other than it being .93 cents cheaper,what would be the pros and cons of switching to E-FREE.I was...
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    How long before engine temp reaches normal op temp?

    My gauge sits in the same spot.I have a 190 t stat.
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    Long crank then starts

    Maybe a leaking evap purge valve?Easy to ck. and cheap to replace.Good luck.
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