We are now publishing the Turbo Diesel Register magazine digitally online as well as in print. Currently we have Issue 50 through Issue 65 available to TDR members in digital format. Coming soon, we'll have a digital or web-only subscription available.
You'd probably be astounded by the number of emails we receive like the following:
I just wanted to thank you. Last weekend my wife and I took a long weekend trip to Gatlinburg,Tennessee. During the trip, we lost the lift pump, and it cost me $1,100 to have a local dealer replace it. Now that I'm a TDR subscriber, I am able to look up information on my 24-valve '98.5. I won't get caught unprepared again.
Or like this one:
Question 1: I own a '98.5 Dodge Turbo Diesel. At 79,000 miles, it began to idle erratically. I changed the fuel filter which solved the problem for a few days. And back it came. Is it time for a new lift pump? I do not have a fuel pressure gauge installed. Our response 1: It could be a new transfer pump is needed. Or a new VP44 (expensive). Either way, you will not know until you install a gauge. So that is your first priority. Install a gauge to see what fuel pressure you have.
Our email discussion continued with question 2: How much pressure do I need, and what's a VP44? If it is a transfer pump, is there a suitable alternative to the stocker?
Considering about 500,000 trucks were produced during model years '98.5 - '02, this Achilles heel will not go away soon. It is an unfortunate story as this deficiency can be corrected. If the TDR could only reach the balance of the 499,999 truck owners . . . . A TDR subscription prevents problems before they occur.
Conclusion: Since 1993, the goal of the Turbo Diesel Register has been to give Turbo Diesel owners more satisfaction in the ownership of their Dodge pickups. To do so, we focus on solving problems that you may encounter; inform you on areas for improvement; advise you about aftermarket parts and their performance; keep you up to date on all aspects of truck development; and provide you with information on industry trends. At the same time that we're supplying the technical nuts-and-bolts, the TDR provides you with some EZ chair entertainment and gives members a sense of community.
Using the fuel transfer pump saga that applies to 500,000 or more '98.5 - '02 owners, I hope we have given you an example of how a TDR subscription will benefit you.
Issue 65 of the Turbo Diesel Register is in the mail! All copies of Issue 65 were mailed week ending July 31, 2009. Current subscribers within the United States, please allow 10 – 14 days for delivery. International subscribers should allow 14 – 21 days for delivery.
In Issue 65 the writers are again challenged to save you money. They were directed to ask and answer the statement, “I’m going to show you how to . . . . “
Additionally, the media is now telling us that better times are ahead, and we are ready to jump on that bandwagon. The debut of the new Chrysler, good news from the automotive industry, and a new 2010 Turbo Diesel truck will give us plenty to discuss in the near term. But for now, let’s itemize what is inside Issue 65:
- For this Issue’s cover, we have the truck of TDR Member Brian Edwards who does search and rescue training for all types of different agencies. Brian lives in Ohio and you might be able to make out his air boat in the truck’s background. The technical drawing was done by Kelly Snyder (diesel.artist@gmail.com). - Another review of the 2016 fuel economy standards. - 2010 TDR Calendar Competition and rules announced. Get your entries ready. - Understanding automotive relays. - The “Ten Back” column shows just how far we’ve come in the last ten years. - We take a look back at Issue 43’s article reviewing the importance of brake fluid maintenance. Have you changed your brake fluid lately? - Problems are presented, discussed, and solutions offered in each of our “Generation” and “Engine” feature columns. - The “Cummins Column” talks about the 6.7-liter engine and new software calibrations. - Ford’s small diesel is cancelled; Dodge’s small diesel is cancelled. - The TDR Annual Index provides a wealth of information to help you research problems. - Writers Holmes and Anderson discuss installations and truck problems. - Donnelly revisits ten years of engine performance enhancements. - We entertain you with “Backfire” discussions on accessories and lube oil.
We are confident that you’ll enjoy Issue 65.
If you are not a current TDR subscriber, here is what you're missing:
Excellent (and Understandable) Technical Reference: A quarterly magazine filled with information on your Dodge Cummins Turbo Diesel truck. a growing digital library of technical articles in our TDR Discussion Forums (http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/tdr-magazine-archives/ and http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/technical-reference-faq-s/) and an exceptional Discussion Forum.
Classified Ads: If you have something to sell or are looking to buy a hard-to-find part, check out the Turbo Diesel Register Classified Ads at http://www.turbodieselregister.com/cgi-bin/classifieds2/classifieds.cgi. We have one of the most extensive Classified Ads areas specific to Dodge diesel truck owners.
Travel Companion: Are you planning a trip? Log onto the TDR Travel Companion if you find yourself in need of assistance while traveling (http://www.turbodieselregister.com/cgi-bin/dbman/db.cgi).
Vendors: Need parts for your truck? Check out the list of reputable Turbo Diesel Register website advertisers (http://www.turbodieselregister.com/sponsors.htm).
General Discussion: Just tool around the TDR Discussion Forums (http://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/) for interesting reading and research on your truck. The TDR Discussion Forums are some of the most technically helpful on the internet.
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Spread the word about the Turbo Diesel Register. And thank you for your support.
But first, a note about its contents. I am sure you know the guy or gal who cannot complete the task because a small detail is missing. That has been the case with this Buyer's Guide. It was originally produced in 2002. We then updated it each year thereafter. Along the way, some of the photography was lost. Along the way Chrysler became DaimlerChrysler and now Chrysler LLC. Along the way, there have been technical service updates. Along the way we made corrections and waited. And waited. And waited.
Then we realized that it is 99.9% complete, and we decided to wait no longer. Here it is!
This 146-page .pdf TDR Buyer's Guide represents years of research. It contains a wealth of helpful information for new truck or new-to-diesel owners.
There was a debate among the staff and writers and members about who should have access to this file. In the end, we have opted to make the information available to everyone. We know that web-only viewers have come to realize that the internet is really not free. With this in mind, the TDR staff, writers and members would ask you to consider joining the Turbo Diesel Register. We have no doubt the information we can provide will prove valuable to you. To learn more about the Turbo Diesel Register or to subscribe, click here.
Issue 64 of the Turbo Diesel Register is being mailed out week beginning April 27, 2009. Current subscribers within the United States, please allow 10 - 14 days for delivery. International subscribers should allow 14 - 21 days for delivery.
In Issue 64, the TDR Membership is challenged to "Turn off the television, and go outside to play!"
Our focus is on what makes the world of the Turbo Diesel Truck go round, thus helping you maintain your truck. We've not wasted any ink on the "blues of the day." You can get that in abundance on the radio, television and other internet outlets.
Although the page count is 124 pages (versus the 132 pages in Issue 63), there is more information available to TDR Members in this issue. Some of the articles you will find in Issue 64 include:
- Automatic transmission fluid change. - Steering improvements using an aftermarket steering dampener. - TDR Member maintenance tips. - Fuel filter leaks discussed in First Generation and 24-Valve Columns. - Injector advice in the 5.9 HPCR Column. - A lengthy discussion on diagnostic trouble codes for the 6.7-liter engine. - New TSBs for the 6.7-liter engine. - New fuel filter assembly for the 6.7-liter engine. - Media gibberish and irresponsible reporting. - Try a bottle of "Noo-Life" for your fuel system and our discussion of fuel additives - again! - A look at the 2010 Dodge Ram Turbo Diesel. - Long-time writers Holmes, Donnelly, Leno and Redmond discuss new product installations on their trucks.
We are confident that you will enjoy Issue 64.
Spread the word about the TDR! And as always, thank you for your continued support.
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Issue 64 of the Turbo Diesel Register is being mailed out week beginning April 27, 2009. Current subscribers within the United States, please allow 10 - 14 days for delivery. International subscribers should allow 14 - 21 days for delivery. 