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» TDR Issue 79 - February/March/April 2013
By Robert Patton | Published 01/28/2013 | TDR - Back Issues | Unrated
TDR Issue 79
ARTICLES | Current Issue
10 Back
Issue 39 Review - The Eight P's of Diesel Power
• Mixing Gasoline with Diesel • Gale Banks: A History of Performance
Member2Member
Third Generation Steering Box Upgrade
• Third Generation HVAC Blend Door Repair
First Generation
Throttle Linkage Ball Sockets • Axle Gear Ratio Change • Front Suspension
• No Power Steering
12-Valve Engines
Intake Grid Heater • Smoke From Under the Hood • Engine Stumbled and Died • NV4500 Output Shaft Seal • Fuel Pressure Gauge
• Fuel Pressure Gauge • Fuel Leak at Quick Disconnect Fitting
24-Valve Engines
Transmission Trouble • Clutch Engages Differently Than Normal • Intermittent Dash Gauges • In Tank Fuel Lift Pump • Clutch Noise
• Transmission Governor Solenoid and Pressure Transducer • Boost Fault Code, Reduced Power • Heater Core Replacement
5.9 HP CR
Squeaking Sound at Transmission • Injectors • Oil Smell in the Cab • Bo Backup Lights • Transmission Leak
• Replacement FCA Connector Pigtail and Screws • Erratic Engine Coolant Temperature • Key Programming in the WCM • Injector Replacement • 48RE Shifting Problem • Diagnostic Trouble Codes for 2005 Turbo Diesels
6.7 HP CR
Exhaust Brake Question • Lower Radiator Hose • Engine Oil Leak
• Water In Fuel Sensor
Fourth Generation
Air Conditioner • 2-Wheel Low • Change Engine Oil Indicator • Ticking Engine Noise
• Replacing the Fuel Filter • Dead Batteries • Automatic Transmission Jerk/Clunk • Intake Baffle
Technical Topics
Technocreep and Your Turbo Diesel Truck
TDReview
Performance Parts Update 2013
Blowin' In The Wind
The 2013 RAM Debuts at the New York Auto Show
TDResource
This Year's Technical Service Bulletins
Idle Clatter
New Member Basics • Oil Change • Issue 78 TSB and Warranty • It Quits Pulling • My Truck Became A Boat
• Check Fuses First! • Dodge Brake Controller • Changing the Water Pump
Ranch Dressing
Thank You TDR Members
• What To Buy? • Driverless Trucks • New Truck Update • TDR Driving Etiquette
Have Ram, Will Travel
Interesting Products at the 2012 SEMA Show
• Let's Talk About SCR and DEF
Back In The Saddle
Reflections - Road Trips
• Banks Ram-Air • Front Bumper by HERD • Mirrors • Brake Line Upgrades • Dana 70 Update • Want a New Turbo Diesel...But Don't Want to Buy One?
TDRV
Lower Truck Bed Height
• Max Tow Transmission Shifting • 7-Way Trailer Receptacle in Truck Bed • Fifth-Wheel Pin Box • Truck Camper Battery Questions • Refrigerator Won't Cool in A/C Mode • Fifth-Wheel King Pin Stuck in the Hitch • 2012 RV Industry Observations
From The Shop Floor
HVAC Problems/2006-Newer 2006 Mega Cab

» TDR Issue 78 - November/December/January 2012-2013
By Robin Patton | Published 11/6/2012 | TDR - Back Issues | Unrated
TDR Issue 78
ARTICLES | Buy Back Issue
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Issue 38 Review
Member2Member
On The Hot Seat/Seat Rebuild
First Generation
Replace Front Rotors • Rear Crankshaft Seal Kit • Low Engine Oil Pressure

12-Valve Engines
Exhaust Gas Recirculation • Accelerator Pedal Cable Pops Off Ball • Change Gear Ratio • Front Crankshaft Seal • P7100 Injection Pump Governor Housing Seal Leak
24-Valve Engines
Seized Water Pump Bearing • Metal Sleeves on Injector Lines • Replace Shift Rod Seal on Transmission • Fuel Sender/Pickup Unit Screen • NV5600 Rebuild Cost

5.9 HP CR
Starter Failure • Automatic Transmission Shifting Into Third Gear • NV5600 Oil Leak at Gear Shift • Broken Water Pump Vane • Power Steering Pump
• Sensor Located on the Block Below the Fuel Filter • Rough Idle at 750 RPM • Using a 1998.5 24-Valve Engine in a 2005 Truck? • Water Pump Replacement • A/C Compressor Oil
6.7 HP CR
Comments on 6.7-Liter Engine Injectors • How Hot is Too Hot? • Transmission Temperature
• Turbocharger or Torque Converter • Slow to Start Cranking
Fourth Generation
Tow-Haul • Tailgate Removal • How to Replace the Convex Mirror • Lights and Electrical Accessories
• Daytime Running Lights • Dead Batteries • Automatic Transmission Jerk/Clunk • Intake Baffle
Technical Topics
And We're Off to the Races (Time to Ditch the 6.7-Liter's Exhaust Aftertreatment System?)
Blowin' In The Wind
The New 2013 RAM Heavy-Duty Trucks
TDReview
Book Review - Red, Black and Global; A Cummins Corporate History, 1995-2010
• Excerpts from DIESEL ODYSSEY
Blowin' In The Wind
The 2013 RAM Debuts at the New York Auto Show
TDResource
This Year's Technical Service Bulletins

Four Whaling
Coming to a RAM Near You?

Idle Clatter
Buying Cheaper Fuel • The Forgotten Hoses • Air Conditioner • Transmission Fluid • Batteries
• Check Fuses First! • Dodge Brake Controller • Changing the Water Pump
Ranch Dressing
Magazine Review of Electromagnetic Compliance
• New Truck Update • Transmission Temps • Adding Brakes to a Utility Trailer • Drop Axle Question • Fifth-Wheel Hitch Choices • Michelin XPS Rib Versus XPS Traction • Lance Truck Campers
Have Ram, Will Travel
Starter Contacts
• WiTech and DRB-3 Scan Tool Features • Driveshaft, Bushings, Joints and Center Bearing • Typical Maintenance and Repair Items For a High-Mileage 12-Valve Turbo Diesel
Back In The Saddle
Bigger Boost on a Budget - Turbo Re-Source GT 3788
• Spearco Intercooler • Dana 60 Upgrades
TDRV
Trailer Tow Wiring Harness
• Extra Filtration • Trailer Safety Chain or Cable?
From The Shop Floor
6.7-Liter Injector Codes

» TDR Issue 76 - May/June/July 2012
By Robin Patton | Published 08/22/2012 | TDR - Back Issues | Unrated
TDR 
Issue  76
ARTICLES | Buy This Back Issue
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Issue 36 Review - May/June/July 2002 • Industry News - Third Generation 2500 and 3500 Truck Revealed • Feature Articles - Oil Filters, Again • Topics of Interest - Is Premium Diesel Fuel Worth the Premium Price?
Member2Member
What Do You Do About the Fuel Transfer Pump on Your '03-newer Truck?
First Generation
Adding Extra Oil to a Getrag Transmission? • Replacement Cab Carpet • Intermittent Speedometer Reads Fast • NV4500 Replacement • No Cold Start • VE or P-Pump and Which Camshaft?
12-Valve Engines
Four-Wheel Drive Vacuum Leak • Replace Brake Master Cylinder • Normal Vacuum at Vacuum Pump • IAT Sensor • No Overdrive and No Tach • Camshaft Specifications • NV4500 Lubricant
24-Valve Engines
Fuel Leak • Oil Pan Gasket • No Gauge Cluster, No Start • VP44 Injection Pump and Tappet Cover Replacement • Lift Pump Won't Run When Key Is Turned On
5.9 HP CR
OD Off/Transmission Temperature Warning Light Flash • Hard To Shift My NV5600 Into Reverse • Crankshaft Position Sensor Problems • Battery Terminal Corrosion • Torque Converter Coolant Line • Varying Engine Idle Speeds
• Power Steering Pump Fitment
6.7 HP CR
Fuel Filter Questions • Exhaust Brake Squeal • Changing G56 Lubricant
Fourth Generation
Service 4-Wheel Drive Light On • Engine/Transmission Lurch At Start Up • Power Steering Problem • Exhaust Brake • Diesel Exhaust Smell In The Cab • Change The Fuel Filter On A '10?
• No Left Side Headlights
Your Story
Issue 73 Follow-Up - Under The Hood (2010 Ram ST)
Technical Topics
Lube Oils - Version 2012
Blowin' In The Wind
Diesel Fuel Versus Gasoline - Again
TDReview
Some Gotta Win - 3500 Evaluation (Dodge- Chevrolet - Ford)
Motor Minded
Self Defense and Customer Service
Have Ram, Will Travel
Changing The VE Injection Pump
Back In The Saddle
Second Generation Steering Woes
• Pacbarke Installation • Engine Maintenance • FASS Fuel Pumps • ATS Transmission Pan/Differential Cover • New 12-Valve Injectors • Timing The Engine • The Vibration Damper • Intercoooler Boots • Clearance Lights
TDRV
Tampa RV Supershow • Fifth Wheel Wiring Harness and Receptacle • No Power At Trailer Receptacle B+ Pin  • Selecting Trailer Tires • First Tow With My "3500 Max Tow" Package
From The Shop Floor
Remove The Cyliner Head
Exhaust Note by Kevin Cameron
Piston Evolution

» TDR Issue 75 - February/March/April 2012
By Robin Patton | Published 08/22/2012 | TDR - Back Issues | Unrated
TDR Issue  75
ARTICLES | Buy This Back Issue
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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



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