TDR - Back Issues



Back Issue Index

 
  MAGAZINE
Purpose  
Digital Magazines  
Sample Articles  
Magazine Index  
Ready To Travel  
Buyer's Guide  
Kevin Cameron's Collection  
Technical FAQ  
Dodge/Cummins History  
Dodge RAM TSB's 
Classified Ads 
Subscribe/Renew  
Request Free Issue  
Gift Subscription  
Buy Back Issues  
Buy TDR Logo Items  
Advertising  
TDR Advertisers  
Membership Drive  

 
  ARTICLE CATEGORIES
 

News Archive

 
Search  


Advanced Search
 

 
Already a member?

Login here:
Username:
Password:
 

 


 »  Home  »  TDR - Back Issues
TDR - Back Issues
(Page 1 of 6)   « Back | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | Next »
» TDR Issue 75 - February/March/April 2012
By Robin Patton | Published 01/23/2012 | TDR - Back Issues | Unrated
TDR Issue  75
ARTICLES | Current Issue
10 Back
Issue 35 Review - February/March April 2002 • Industry News - Small Diesel Engines/Incorrect Reporting and Lube Oils • Feature Articles - The Turbo Diesel's Fuel Injection System/Bill Swail's Adventures/The Way We Were • Topics of Interest - That Sinking Feeling • Service Articles
Member2Member
Second Generation Fuel Level Sending Unit Repair • Replacement Front Seats • Replacement Front Seat (Part II) • Shock Absorber Replacement/Bilstein Shocks
First Generation
Intermittent Engine Starting and Transmission Won't Go in Gear • Fuel Gauge and Low Fuel Light • Serpentine Belt Tracking Off Fan Pulley • Gear Case Locating Dowel, aka "Killer Dowel Pin, aka KDP • Grid Heater Relay • Hard To Start • Tow Ratings
12-Valve Engines
Engine Oil Filters • Crankshaft Sensor • Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge • Crack in Door at Latch • Cruise Control Won't Hold Speed • Loose Fan Pulley • Engine Oil Pump • Engine Block Illustration • NV4500 Problem • Uprating the EGR 12-Valve Engine • Performance Re-Programming • EGT Difference Among Cylinders • Converting From Five-Speed to Six-Speed Transmission
24-Valve Engines
Unidentified Part in the Transmission Pan • Overdrive Off • Dead Accelerator Pedal and Trouble Codes • Replace the Engine Block Heater • Harmonic Damper • Bosch 275 HP Injectors • Pressure Drop Across Fuel Filter
5.9 HP CR
Transmission Won't Shift Into or Stay in Park • Cruise Control Disengages Going Uphill • Radiator Removal Question • Remove and Replace the Engine Mounts • Injector Problems with Used Vegetable Oil as Fuel •Tires Versus Load Capacity
6.7 HP CR
Diagnostic Trouble Code PO488 • J35 Recall (TSB18-024-09) Questions • EGR Service • Fuel Filter-Shell or No Shell • CCV Filter?
Fourth Generation
Strange Ticking/Vibration • Key Fob Works Intermittently • Cab to Bed Seal and Possible Unintended Consequences • 68RFE Transmission Service • Air Conditioner Condenser Protection • How to Replace U-Joints
Your Story
One Year Follow Up (2010 Ram ST)
Technical Topics
Options for Auxiliary Fuel Tanks, or How to Get Well-Tanked
Blowin' In The Wind
New Standards for Towing
TDReview
Some Gotta Win - 3500 Evaluation (Dodge- Chevrolet - Ford)
Motor Minded
The Five Phases of D.I.Y. Learning
Idle Clatter
Fuel Filter Change Hints - 2010 and Up • Erratic Idle Speed
Polly's Pickup
Shopping For a Truck
Have Ram, Will Travel
Manual Transmission Rebuilds and Upgrades
Back In The Saddle
Replacing a Fuel Sending Unit • Carry a Big Stick...Colt Cams • MBRP = Exhausted
TDRV
3.73 or 4.10 Axle Ratio?• Air Bags, Timbrens or None • Lubricating Trailer Wheel Bearings • Selecting Trailer Tires • First Tow With My "3500 Max Tow" Package
From The Shop Floor
No Start Tips
Exhaust Note by Kevin Cameron
Simplicity and Something to Think About

» TDR Issue 74 - November/December/January 2011-2012
By Robin Patton | Published 11/17/2011 | TDR - Back Issues | Unrated
ARTICLES | BUY This Back Issue
Tailgating
Issue 34 Review
10 Back
Issue 34, November/December/January 2001 (Industry NewsFeature Article - EGT Gauge Evaluation • Baja Trip • The TDR Buyer's Guide • Chapter News, Events and Travel
Member2Member
Steering WoesSteering Woes on Second Generation 4X4
First Generation
Fan Clutch Removal
• Power Steering Hoses • Water Pump O-Ring Leaking • Replacing a Pinion Seal • Accelerator Pedal Vibration • Fuel Sending Unit • Oil in Coolant Reservoir Buyer's Information How to Remove the Rotor From the Hub? • Auxiliary Transmission Cooler •  Best Coolant for My First Generation

12-Valve Engines
Fuel Gauge
• Erratic Speedometer • An Easy Method to Remove a Rotor • Drain the RadiatorRadiator FanHeadlight GremlinTorque Plate ContourHow to Set P7100 Pump TimingTransmission Cooler LinesRepairing Battery Cable Terminals • Upgrades and EGT IssuesSolvent for Adjusting TimingEngine Popping at High RPM

24-Valve Engines
Engine Surging/Bucking
• Replace the Axle? • Largest Injectors for Stock Turbo? • Engine Control Module/Wait To Start Light • Thermostat Housing Bolts • More Torque Convertor Intermittent Lock/Unlock

5.9 HP CR
Engine Won't Run • Water Pump • 48RE "Hunting" • Coolant/Transmission Fluid Heat Exchanges • No Reverse on NV5600 • Power Steering Cap Blowing Off • Knocking in Injector Line • Choosing a Bigger Intercooler • Backlash in G56 Transmission
6.7 HP CR
Insight From the Insight of the Cost of Regeneration • Codes PO137/P2A01, What To Do? • Exhaust Brake Whistle • Transmission Leak • Check Gauges and Electronic Throttle Control Light On • Noise in the Turbo Area • Engine Dying at Idle
Fourth Generation
Fresh Cabin Air and a Hot Butter Knife • Integrated Brake Controller • Fuel in the Engine Oil • Lube the Cardan Joint? • Speedometer Recalibration • Website For Tracking a Truck on Order • Loose Lug Nuts and an Oil Seep • Harsh Shifting From Forward to Reverse • Factory Spray-in Bedliner Versus LineX • 4500/5500 With Urea
TDResource
2011 Technical Service Bulletins

TDReview
TDR is in the (Open) House

Your Story
The Continuing Story of Mr. Schwarz
Four Whaling
Eye on the Ball for Thumbs on the Wheel • Eyes on Reality • Eye on the Bouncing Fuel Standards Ball • The Bigger Ball (Fuel Consumption Standards)
Motor Minded
To Assume
Idle Clatter
Black Oil • Fuel Dilution • Rear Axle Lube Change • The Number One Question! • Exhaust Brake, On or Off? • Check Engine Light • I Smell Fuel! • Unintended Consequences • 12-Valve Throttle Linkage
Ranch Dressing
Codes, Causes and Concerns - Continued
Have Ram, Will Travel
Vacuum Pump Seal Kit • The Cargo or Car-Hauler Trailer • Bosch CP3 High Pressure Fuel Injection Pump • Power Steering Pump
Back In The Saddle
Fuelin' Around • Bitchin' Hitchin' and Gauges • New Wheels and Tires - Turnin' and Burnin' • 47RH Transmission Modifications

» TDR Issue 73 August/September/October 2011
By Robin Patton | Published 11/2/2011 | TDR - Back Issues | Unrated
ARTICLES | Sold Out
Tailgating
About Issue 73
10 Back
Issue 33, Aug/Sept/Oct 2001 (Industry NewsAccessories Installed • Truck Repair/Problems • Feature Article: "How to Drive" • Truck A Boy Named Clessie)
Member2Member
Headache in California - '98.5 Owners BewareThird Generation Wheel Bearing ReplacementReplacement Fuel Filter Housing for '97-'99 Engines
First Generation
Cab Cracks
• Replacement Locking Hubs • Plastic Hydraulic Clutch Line • Engine Won't Shut Off • Water in Fuel Sensor • Towing Question • Brake Lights Come on When Depressing the Clutch Pedal

12-Valve Engines
Fuel Line and Fittings at Tank
• Automatic Transmission Won't Shift • Engine Oil Pressure Sending Unit • Vacuum Pump Reseal/Fiber Vane ReplacementRemoving LiftersHorsepower Potential for P7100 Pumps

24-Valve Engines
Automatic Transmission Problems
• NV4500 Transmission Parts • Fuel Leak • Erratic Idle After Using Cruise Control • Check Engine Light • Intermittent Torque Converter Unlock/LockAutomatic Transmission Won't Shift

5.9 HP CR
Transmission Advice • Starter Won't Operate • Coolant Leak • Odometer Reads "No Fuse" • Console Lid Jammed • No Backup Lights • Engine Won't Start • Smoke, Rough Idle, Lower Mileage • Worn G56 Input Bearings? • Testing and Rebuilding Injectors • Engine Stumbles and Dies • High Pressure Fuel Leak? • Changing Rocker Housing and Valve Cover Gaskets
6.7 HP CR
Insight From the EDGE Insight • New Emissions, New Guidelines - Watch Out Aftermarket • New EGR Valve • Turbo Actuator? • Clutch Release Bearing • Vacuum Leak Sound • Cleaned the MAP Sensor
Fourth Generation
Installing a Boost Gauge • Quick Release Grill Kit • Torque Specifications • Optional Bug Screen • TPMS Compatibility • Oil Change Required Message
Technical Topics
It's Time to Inspect Your Harmonic Damper
TDReview
TDR is in the (Open) House

Your Story
The Continuing Story of Mr. Schwarz
Four Whaling
Trailer Braking • Trailer Breaking? • Gentle Braking • The New Comparison Math: $59,545 < $56,945
Motor Minded
Got Touch?
Idle Clatter
Theme: Options/Additions to Truck • Fuel Mileage • 2010 Truck Notes • More 2010 Notes • Fuel Filter Hassles • Pumping Gas • Saving on the Cost of Fuel • Alternative Fuels • What's in a Name? •  Hit and Miss Converter ClutchLift Pump • AMP Bed Step Installation
Ranch Dressing
Theme: "What Would I Do?" • Let There Be Light • Fiat and Chrysler • Industry News
Have Ram, Will Travel
Selecting the Aftermarket Turbocharger System • Passenger Door Switch Channel • Bosch CP3 High Pressure Fuel Injection Pump • Power Steering Pump
Back In The Saddle
Boost on a Budget

» TDR Issue 72 - May/June/July 2011
By Robin Patton | Published 04/11/2011 | TDR - Back Issues | Unrated
ARTICLES | BUY This Back Issue
Tailgating
About Issue 72 • Cummins Plant Tour/Open House
10 Back
Issue 32, May/June/July 2001 (Feature Article: Lube Oil Filter ExposeInstallation of Accessories • Industry News)
Member2Member
CLUTCH UPDATE: South Bend Clutch Makes Further Improvements to Its Street Dual Disc
First Generation
No Speedometer or Overdrive
• Erratic Idle Speed • Engine Paint • Throttle Linkage Repair • Fuel Leak at Fuel Filter Base • Spring Sags to the Left • W150 Frame Strength

12-Valve Engines
Lift Pump Mounting Studs
•  Valve Stem Seals • Missing Dowel Pin • Tachometer Reads Zero, Engine Still Runs • Inexpensive Block Heater Plug Upgrade • Pilot Bearing Failures • P7100 Pump Modifications • Head Gasket Versus Boost Level •  Camshaft Removal • Stock Setting for Torque Plate

24-Valve Engines
Power Steering Moan When Very Cold
• Exhaust Manifold Bolt • Heater Fan Motor •  Source for Oilite Pilot Bushing • Fifth Gear Synchronizer Failure • Fluttering Tachometer

5.9 HP CR
Engine Misfiring -Code P2149 • Diagnostic Trouble Code P2149 Repair • Fuel Injector Ticking Noise • Hot Antifreeze Odor • 2004-2005 Engine Differences • Best Year Third Generation Turbo Diesel? • Diesel Fuel in Engine Oil • G56 Transmission Girdle
6.7 HP CR
6.7-Liter Engine Report For 2007.5-2011 Engines • CCV and EGR Service •  Whistling Noise • Front Differential Pinion Seal Leaking • Resetting the Oil Change Indicator • Too Many Issues with the G56?
Fourth Generation
Resetting the Oil Change Calculator • Park Assist Feature on a Laramie • AFE Cold Air Box and Check Engine Light • Rear Differential Additive • '11 3500 Chassis Cab Owner Observations
Technical Topics
Injectors for 2003 and Newer HPCR Engines
TDReview
The Auto Show Reports (Detroit Auto Show
• Chicago Auto Show • Third: Cab and Chassis News)
TDResource
Technical Service Bulletins
Four Whaling
Famous Last Words • Who Will Go Light-Duty First? • Ratings Have Lost Their Shelf Life • The New Comparison Math: $59,545 < $56,945
Motor Minded
Off-Route: Recalculating...
Idle Clatter
12-Valve Hard Start - Do the Homework • 24-Valve No Start - The Obvious • Rusty Pan • Correct Axle Ratio • Manual Transmission Questions • Water in Fuel -  False Alarm! • Troubleshooting Trouble Codes • Brighter Headlights •  53 Block •  Repair or Replace?No Seat Heat • Harmonic Balancer • Worn Out Speedometer • Manual Transmission Service • Ran Out of Fuel on a Hill •  Here We Go Again!
Have Ram, Will Travel
BOOK REVIEW: The Turbo Diesel Buyer's Guide Focus on the Third Generation • Changing the Valve Cover Gasket • Fuel Filter Replacement Notes • Exhaust Brakes, An Addendum to Issue 71 • Dropped Valve Seats
TDRV
Tampa RV Show • RV Battery Isolator • Trailer Wheel Bearing Service • B&W Companion Fifth-Wheel Hitch • Brake Controller Question • Tire Clearance
From The Shop Floor
Electrically Speaking

» TDR Issue 71 - February/March/April 2011
By Robin Patton | Published 01/17/2011 | TDR - Back Issues | Unrated
ARTICLES | BUY This Back Issue
Tailgating
2011 Member Decal
10 Back
Issue 31, February/March/April 2001 (Follow-up on Jim's 2001.5 Truck • What Else was in Issue 31? • Industry News • Takeovers?Installation of Accessories)
Member2Member
Clutch Experiences, and the South Bend Street Dual-Disc • Ball Joint Replacement
First Generation
Electrical Failure Repaired
• Transmission Leak • Windshield Wipers Quit Working • HVAC Blower Motor Erratic • Replace the Oil Pan • Transmission Temperature Sensor • Dual Rear Wheel Conversion Issues

12-Valve Engines
Oil Pan Gasket Replacement on a 2-Wheel Drive
• Bosch P7100 Injection Pump Removal Tips • Replace the Fuel Tank Sending Unit • Blinking Headlights • Transmission Fluid to Coolant Heat Exchanger Fittings • Side (Lifter)  Cover Leaking • Problems with G56 Transmission Conversion • Wants 400HP

24-Valve Engines
Power Steering Pump and Hydroboost
•Torque Converter Lock/Unlock • Squeak at Front of Engine • Fuel Heater Leak on Filter Housing • Smoke From Crankcase Vent • Possible KDP Issue on 24-Valve Engine?

5.9 HP CR
Heater Core Replacement • Multifunction Switch Repair  • Engine Suddenly Runs Rough • Adjusting the Bands in a 48RE Transmission • 48RE Transmission Noise • Draining the Radiator • Transmission Cooler Lines • Overfilling the NV5600 Transmission • Early Versus Late HPCR Fuel Mileage • Injector Problems
6.7 HP CR
Check Gauges Light  • Check Engine Light  • Closed Crankcase Ventilation Filter  • Engine Block Heater  • Programmer and Mileage
Fourth Generation
EVIC Message  • Integral Trailer Brake Controller  • Observations: Third Generation Versus Fourth Generation
Technical Topics
Momentum Versus the Exhaust Brake
TDReview
The Editor Purchases a Fourth Generation Truck (Purchase Confirmation or Buyer's Remorse?)
TDResource
Lube Oil Filtration Update • A Look at Partial Synthetic Filters • Synthetic Oil Filters • What is a Micron? • Fleetguard's Venturi Oil Filter or The $45 Oil Filter or The Ideal John Martin Oil Filter
Four Whaling
Momentum, or Momentous? • Forty-Five Minutes with Fred (Diaz)
Motor Minded
The Cost of a Storage Shed
Idle Clatter
Fuel Economy? A.K.A. Government Momentum • 2010 Grill • Engine Failures • Wiring and Other Problems • Changing Gears • Junky Fuel
Have Ram, Will Travel
Manual Transmission Rebuilds and Upgrades • Tools for Fixing the Killer Dowel Pin • Continued Momentum with the 1990 Turbo Diesel • Rebuilding the G56 Six-Speed Transmission • Engine Failure
TDRV
RV Tire Survey  •  Enough Truck?  • Integrated Brake Controller with Hydraulic Disc Trailer Brakes  • Trailer Brakes • Towing in Overdrive with an Automatic Transmission • MaxBrake Controller with an Integrated Brake Controller
From The Shop Floor
A Look at Injectors • Cool Homemade Too - The "Short Finder" • Intermittent System Charging • Warning Lights and Cruise Control Blues  •  Second Generation Transmission Cooler Leaks



(Page 1 of 6)   « Back | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | Next »