TDR Issue 60 was mailed from our printer's facility from April 28 - May 2, 2008. Please allow 10 - 14 days for delivery to your doorstep.
Issue 60's theme: we are celebrating 15 years of the Turbo Diesel Register. When the magazine arrives at your doorstep, you may be polarized by its art deco cover. On the inside, you'll find a surprise or two or three.
What can you expect in Issue 60? This anniversary issue sparked the creative efforts of Greg Whale as he composed a quiz for the TDR audience. How much TDR/Dodge/Cummins trivia do you know? Find out by taking Greg's "Are You A Diesel Dufus?" quiz on page 116, or take it online by clicking here: Are you a Diesel Dufus? Hey, there are prizes involved, so get busy and take the quiz.
Greg's quiz required back issue research, and I was also forced to go back to an old magazine in an effort to understand the plight of the aftermarket performance vendors in the new world of NOx and particulate emission control for the 6.7-liter engine. Blending old information with new, you'll find my report on page 50.
- Joe Donnelly does a follow-up on compound turbochargers.
- Holmes, Dalgleish, and Leno evaluate new products.
- Whale, St. Laurent, Mikonis and Patton review the new 2009 Dodge Ram.
- Whale, Freund, Patton and Cameron give you something to think about in their discussions on diesels, fuel mileage, diesel prices and government mandates.
Finally, your 2008 TDR Member decal is inserted into the cover wrap. I am hopeful it finds a place alongside your 2007 decal that was already prominently displayed on your truck.
Thank you to all of the TDR membership for your unyielding support over these many years.
OK, we've got another fun contest coming up in early May, so we're going to post something easy for the next two weeks.
Let's give away another $100 fuel card.
To be included, all you have to do is post a list of what's lurking in the bed of your truck. (Hint: since we won't be auditing your entries, we're really looking for fun reading here.)
Keep it clean and fun, please.
We'll draw one lucky winner from all of the entries on Sunday, May 4.
And keep your eyes open for our next fun contest. We're hoping (if we can get some software snags ironed out) to post it in early May.
Happy posting!
Robin TDR Admin
* * * Updated May 5, 2008
And the winner of this $100 diesel fuel card is . . .
JGrefenstette
Your prize will be mailed out today! Congratulations.
Now, I don't normally do this, but I'm throwing in an additional $50 diesel fuel card just because I can to . . .
Mopar Tim
I so enjoyed those photographs! Good luck putting that thing back together (snicker).
Join the East TN Dodgers on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. for their Third Annual Cumberland Gap Run.
The guys tell me they'll be at the Cumberland Gap State Park on the Kentucky side of the Highway 25 tunnel in Middlesborog, Kentucky. Meet up with them at the Bartlett Shelter.
The group will be grilling out and talking trucks. They plan a cruise to the gap lookout and a smokey run through the tunnel, as well.
Sounds like fun!
Hey East TN Dodgers, send us pictures of the event! Have fun!
Another Turbo Diesel Register in 2010? What do you think about the possibility of a Nissan with a Cummins Turbo Diesel? Here is a link to an article we found at http://www.reuters.com titled, "Nissan to build light work trucks in Mississippi." Take a look and express your thoughts. We know you'll have a few.
We have added a new area on the website where you can recognize TDR Members who render assistance to you or other TDR Members when stranded while on the road, TDR - Distinguished Recognition (TcDR). The Travel Companion is a great tool. Remember to take it with you when you travel.
We will have an online form added soon to make the recognition process simple. In the meantime, send any incidents of TcDR to us via mail or email:
Third Generation Drain the Fuel Tank/Replace the Fuel Filter/Jacob's Brake & Auto Trans/ Fueling Box Power Enhancements for the '03-'04 (305 HP) Engines
Technical Topics Diesel Exhaust Emissions for 2007
TDReview TDR Index - Issue 45-48
From the Shop Floor Low Pressure Fuel System Problems
Current News» Chrysler Introduces New ‘Best-in-Industry’ Lifetime Powertrain WarrantyPublished 07/26/2007
Chrysler Introduces New ‘Best-in-Industry’ Lifetime Powertrain Warranty on Chrysler, Jeep® and Dodge Vehicles
The New Chrysler Lifetime Powertrain Warranty – the first from an OEM and the longest in the industry – is a statement of confidence in the reliability of Chrysler products.
Warranty covers the cost of all parts and labor needed to repair covered powertrain components – engine, transmission and drive system.
Provides worry-free ownership for new Chrysler, Jeep® and Dodge owners.
Auburn Hills, Mich. - Chrysler today announced that the Company would extend its powertrain warranty from the 3-year/36,000-mile Basic Limited Warranty to a new Lifetime Powertrain Warranty. The new Chrysler Lifetime Powertrain Warranty applies to most new Chrysler, Jeep® and Dodge vehicles purchased from dealer inventory and delivered on or after July 26, 2007.
The Lifetime Powertrain Warranty covers the cost of all parts and labor needed to repair covered powertrain components – engine, transmission and drive system. The new powertrain warranty is limited to the first registered owner or retail lessee. Customers should contact dealers for details on vehicle selection.
“This new Chrysler Lifetime Powertrain Warranty is a statement of confidence to our customers to the reliability of their powertrain. It’s peace-of-mind reassurance for as long as they own the vehicle,” said Steven Landry, Executive Vice President – North America, Sales and Marketing, Service and Parts, Chrysler Group.
To continue warranty coverage, the owner must have a powertrain inspection performed by an authorized Chrysler, Jeep or Dodge dealer once every 5 years. This inspection will be performed at no charge. The inspection must be made within 60 days of each 5-year anniversary of the warranty start date of the vehicle.
Landry added, “The new Chrysler Lifetime Powertrain Warranty underscores our focus on quality and customer satisfaction. It demonstrates our commitment to customers and the confidence we have in our ability to produce quality, reliable and durable vehicles. That’s why we put ‘lifetime’ on it.”
Customers may visit Chrysler.com, Jeep.com and Dodge.com for more information. A warranty promotion – print, radio, television and Internet – begins Friday, July 27.
PLEASE NOTE: *See dealer for a copy of limited warranty and details. Non-Transferable. Not available on SRT, Diesel vehicles, Sprinter, Ram Chassis Cab, and certain fleet vehicles.
TDR Issue 60 was mailed from our printer's facility from April 28 - May 2, 2008. Please allow 10 - 14 days for delivery to your doorstep.
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OK, we've got another fun contest coming up in early May, so we're going to post something easy for the next two weeks. 
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We have added a new area on the website where you can recognize TDR Members who render assistance to you or other TDR Members when stranded while on the road, TDR - Distinguished Recognition (TcDR). The Travel Companion is a great tool. Remember to take it with you when you travel.
