First off welcome to CumminsForum! Lots of smart guys here that have seen a lot.
VIN Lookup...
Service Manuals (PM me if the link is not working, use Adobe to open them)
Updated Links
2003
https://www.dropbox.com/s/m7x664n1dcdvo3v/2003 DR FSM.pdf?dl=0
2004
04DRM.pdf
2005
2005-DR-SM1.pdf
2006
2006-DR-SM.pdf
2008
https://www.dropbox.com/s/6zpj3e15mh2e8h6/2008 DR FSM.pdf?dl=0
These may not work
08
Dropbox - Error
06
https://www.dropbox.com/s/rwus86v9aw...al .pdf?dl=0
05
Dropbox - Error
04
Dropbox - Error
03
Dropbox - Error
Affordable gauges...
Scantool.net plus Android app Torque
Second... Please... DO NOT BUY REMAN INJECTORS (BBi is the exception)... They have a high failure rate and A LOT of guys come here seeking answers to why they have white smoke or hard starts with them installed... If your dead set on buying them, go research here FIRST!! Not saying all remans will cause problems, just saying there is a higher failure rate of them.
Edit: There has been some great discussion in this thread regarding reman injectors... at the time of this update, Martin_BBI has posed up some very good info on why some remans fail (around pg 22~23) and mentioned that they have had zero warranty returns on their reman injectors.
Regarding jkidd/DAP & BOSCH.....
Injector marking comment...
Markings on New Bosch injectors
Injector function video
Why you dont want to buy a cheap reman injector...
BBI Info thread
More info on injectors
124* Injectors vs 143* injectors, pic courtesy of Clayton @ Dude Diesel Performance, an excellent contact for answering all BBI questions. Thanks Clayton @Dude_57
Third... if you start a thread to ask for help to solve a problem, PLEASE, PLEASE, follow up the thread with whatever the end solution was. That way others searching for help can leverage your experience. -Grunt 11B
So you just bought a used Cummins, 3rd gen 2003-07.5 (they actually go further but I will limit this to the models with the 5.9 motor).
What I would suggest you do, regardless of what you know of the motor, is to drop some of this in the oil on the next oil change:
<deleted 1st link, not sure where to get that stuff these days, the HSSE is available at many auto parts stores>
Adding a new favorite from Hot Shots Secret This does the same as the oil system cleaner but you leave it in your pan through the oil service life, I use 1 qt each oil change
Get oil and filters, and a fresh fuel filter and be prepared to swap them all in the near future. You can get all 3 of these at any cummins dealer.
Oil... I use royal purple 15w-40. Pricey but a new motor is more expensive. I currently have 281k on my truck and have owned it since 2006 with 13k on it.
Fuel filter
Filters - Fuel - FUEL FILTER- FLEETGUARD ('03 - '07, 5.9L) - FS19856
2micron fuel filter (what I use)
Vulcan performance
Filters - Fuel - FUEL FILTER - FLEETGUARD (GLACIER DIESEL FUEL SYSTEM)
oil filters
Fleetguard LF16035 StrataPore Oil Filter
Then do a valve adjustment...
I recommend getting this barring tool, makes the adjustment so much easier than trying to turn the motor from the front.
'89-'16 Dodge Cummins Engine Barring Tool
Here is a writeup on how to do it...
Valve cover grommet p/n from felpro
Newbies guide to your new to you truck
Valve Adjustment 24 Valve CTD's
(there are other links, cant find them ATM, will update later)
Thread post with the valve lash instructions
Newbies guide to your new to you truck
Once the cleaners are in hand...
1) Do the valve adjustment. Do all of them regardless of what the feeler gauge indicates, it only takes about 60~90 minutes.
One tip... when the crank is at 12 oclock, check cylinders 1 & 6 as described in the writeups and adjust those set of valves at that time, then rotate 360 and do the other set. Saves time on having to rotate the motor multiple times. There is no need to do 1 set before the other.
2) Add the fuel cleaner to a full tank of fuel, drive it to near empty, then fillup and swap the fuel filter.
Note, ATF, non-synthetic Dex/Merc from Walmart has been used by several of us here with great results. NOT ALL members here will recommend it, so if you decide to go this route at any time, do your research and make your own decision. rgsauger has about 90k miles since he started using it and has nothing but good things to say. I have about 8k (I think) since starting and have been putting 8oz per tank.
Use 2 Stroke Oil aka 2SO in the fuel... Walmart has what we use in the gallon jugs, Supertech TC-W3 2 stroke oil. Cheap and works to add lubrication to the fuel.
Mix quantities 8 oz of ATF, 20-24 oz of 2SO
Note: here is a post from Martin @ BBI on using ATF (& 2SO)
Now that the fuel system is clean and the motor "should" be clean on the inside, swap the remaining fluids when your ready. Since the truck is new to you I recommend doing it sooner rather than later. I personally change oil, filter and fuel filter every 10k, and (not discussed yet) the 2 micron & filter screen every 20k (your truck may not have these).
3) Next add the Stiction Eliminator at your oil change, replace 1 quart of oil for 1 quart of SE
4) Check your drive belt and swap if needed!! If it breaks, it can cause a nice headache...
Fluids, ATF4 is used in the Automatic, transfer case and power steering box
5) Clean your Crankcase Breather filter on the top of the valve cover. Replace the o-ring (Napa has one that works) and clamp the hoses coming off the filter. I've done mine with brake cleaner until it came out clean, then soaked it in ATF to remove even more crud. You can buy a new one if you choose, however its a mesh screen inside and your really only need a new o-ring once its cleaned. Why you ask? Not 100% confirmed yet but it appears to have reduced my oil loss that I was experiencing recently (spring 2021). Here is what led me down this path (watch the video on the turbo seals in this post)
Manometer thread for checking blowby
Steering box should be flushed with fresh ATF about every 50~60k. This is what I do, my choice, still running the original power steering pump, on my 2nd steering box which needs to be swapped out (sector shaft leak) after 150~160k... I have aboutt 180~190k on this box and its been leaking a while. Slow enough to just add fluid when needed.
Automatic trans & trans case should be changed every 30K miles (that was my choice), clean fresh fluid at regular intervals. Service it and adjust bands as needed along with anything else that could be looked at.
This site has a lot of fixes that the average 48RE can use. I went here years back for all of my parts while fixing the bad habits the AT had.
PATC Dodge Performance Transmissions, 46RE, 47RE, 48RE, 68RFE
Cold weather... You will loose mpg in the winter... its a fact stated over and over. To combat this mpg loss I did some testing and found intake temps are the reason for the loss... i was able to manage 20+ mpg in temps below 20*f over 460+ miles in the winter of 2014-15 while working in Minnesota. I have a manual transmission... I gained 2 mpg when I swapped mine in for the Auto I pulled out. Read how I tested & concluded warm air = better mpg here... Cold weather MPG thread.
Block heater corrd
'89-'20 Dodge Cummins Diesel Engine Block Heater Cord
Dodge Cummins Universal Block Heater Bumper Plug
Mods... My experiences over the years... MPG & Mods info... my experience.
Your first mod should be something similar to this ( have a smiliar setup but for an aftermarket intake horn.
VP MAX Under Intake Filter System CR
Or if you prefer it on the rail... this
VP MAX Dual Remote Filter Kit
If you go that route, expect to have the potential for gelled fuel which will clog the filters. If you go with one under the hood then chances of gelling can be reduced. I did 2 things talked about in the cold weather thread.
here is some info on gelled fuel
How to Prevent Diesel Fuel Gelling | Fuel & Friction | An automotive website dedicated to all things Fuel and Friction by Boost Performance Products
here is a simple fix...
Raw Power Fuel Filter Heaters - Keep your vehicle running in the cold! - Utah Biodiesel Supply
<blowby info>
<injector info>
<manual trans>
NV5600
NV5600 Fluid change 3rd Gen NV5600 Manual Fluid Change...Pics
G56
MB G56-6 Mercedes Benz Factory Fill - NOT ATF+4!!
G56 conversion p/n's 4wd -> 2wd
G56 4WD to 2WD
G56 Fluids - Steves choice... research more, Delvac 50WT is another, I did not have good luck with it and settled on this mix
NV5600 (and probably NV4500)
NV5600 fluid P/N
48RE
Band Adjustment
Turbo Diesel Register
FSMs
Dodge Cummins Data
4wd Steering brace... needed!
Creative Fabworks Dodge Ram 2500/3500 4x4 Heavy Duty Steering Brace
Tracbar bushings
'03-'07 Dodge Ram Luke's Link Trackbar Bushings
Longtime members please feel free to add in and or correct if needed, I will add to this post as time goes on.
Felt the need to have this to answer a lot of questions that come up often.
mpg info
MPG threads
winterizing the ram
Must do for trucks that see winter weather...PICS
Another deep cleaning thread with fresh pics
cleanup after the winterizing
Ram Cleanup from MN winter
Quick FYI Sticky for service
Quick FYI sticky for service specs .
Fan clutch alternative in this post... Thanks to TryNto for the info...
Trying To Measure Resistance On Cooling Fan Plug
Hayden fan clutch feedback...
04.5 3500 running hot/overheating issue
Fan clutch bearing replacement
Fan hub bearing replacement.....
Coolant flush thread
Coolant flush on a 3rd Gen.
Water Pump comparison (5.9 vs 6.7)
exhaust manifold blanket
https://thermalzero.com/product-category/vehicle-specific-blanketing/dodgecummins/
http://www.hightemperaturefabric.com/silica-high-temperature-heat-flame-fire-resistant-fabric.html
Ash tray assembly removal...
Ash tray assembly removal
Power Distribution Center Repair
part 1 https://www.dieseltruckresource.com/...rt-1-a-222371/
part 2 https://www.dieseltruckresource.com/...rt-2-a-222373/
U-joints
Spicer U-joint part numbers + quantities
saving this info...
This is an Air Intake Heater for a LB7 Duramax. With a quick search you'll find them (Airtex p/n 1S12230) for $50. drill and tap with a M22x1.5
More Information for STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS DIH4 "STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS DIH4 {#8972519740, 97251974}"
More Information for WVE 1S12230 "AIRTEX/WELLS 1S12230 {#97251974, EAH5} "
Front driveshaft greasing...
Greasing front drive shaft reminder
And why you want to grease it
High Idle wire...
cummins p/n 3164263 ecm repair wire
"pin #22 of the rear connector on the ECM was grounded" -kmech
dorman volvo fan p/n 620-774 and Dorman 620-883 Radiator Fan Assembly
Belt routing,
NO AC
With AC
Fix for old style fluidampr belt swap issue
Pulley option for belt changes with old style Fluidampr
Gates belt P/N for updated pulley to use with old Fluidampr = K081243HD
"SERPENTINE BELT - HEAVY DUTY - GATES ('13-'18, 6.7L - A/C & SINGLE ALTERNATOR) Item #: GATES-K081243HD" per GenosGarage.com
FleetRunner® Micro-V® Belts | Gates Corporation
silencer ring info
Turbo Silencer ring
220A Alternator upgrade
5.9 to 6.7 alternator upgrade/swap
220A alternator update pics...
2013 power steering pump upgrade
2013+ Power Steering Pump w/ Remote Reservoir
6 bolt steering box info, dig down thru the thread, good info in there
OEM 6 Bolt Steering Box Differences
Front Suspension FAQ
Front Suspension FAQ
PhotoSuckit pics in the next 2 threads... use chrome if you need to see them... there is a browser extension IIRC that allows them to be shown.
Power Steering Service
DIY Power Steering Service
Steering box swap
DIY steering box install
6 Bolt Steering Box info
OEM 6 Bolt Steering Box Differences
Adding a post on truck maintenance, this is worth reading...
Crank & Cam sensor info (read me)
Twin Turbo Install...
CP3 Explained
Front driveshaft lube thread
Fluid Capacities
Dash Lights
AAM Axle rebuild video, link in post.
Arm rest install
4th gen seats in 3rd gen w/ Captains Chairs | Dodge Cummins Diesel Forum (cumminsforum.com)
DIY Wiper Motor Fix
(2) DIY Intermittant Wiper Motor Fix | Dodge Cummins Diesel Forum (cumminsforum.com)
VIN Lookup...
Newbies guide to your new to you truck
First off welcome to CumminsForum! Lots of smart guys here that have seen a lot. VIN Lookup... https://www.cumminsforum.com/threads/newbies-guide-to-your-new-to-you-truck.1909713/page-11#post-29385439 Service Manuals (PM me if the link is not working, use Adobe to open them) Updated Links...
www.cumminsforum.com
Service Manuals (PM me if the link is not working, use Adobe to open them)
Updated Links
2003
https://www.dropbox.com/s/m7x664n1dcdvo3v/2003 DR FSM.pdf?dl=0
2004
04DRM.pdf
2005
2005-DR-SM1.pdf
2006
2006-DR-SM.pdf
2008
https://www.dropbox.com/s/6zpj3e15mh2e8h6/2008 DR FSM.pdf?dl=0
These may not work
08
Dropbox - Error
06
https://www.dropbox.com/s/rwus86v9aw...al .pdf?dl=0
05
Dropbox - Error
04
Dropbox - Error
03
Dropbox - Error
Affordable gauges...
Scantool.net plus Android app Torque
Second... Please... DO NOT BUY REMAN INJECTORS (BBi is the exception)... They have a high failure rate and A LOT of guys come here seeking answers to why they have white smoke or hard starts with them installed... If your dead set on buying them, go research here FIRST!! Not saying all remans will cause problems, just saying there is a higher failure rate of them.
Edit: There has been some great discussion in this thread regarding reman injectors... at the time of this update, Martin_BBI has posed up some very good info on why some remans fail (around pg 22~23) and mentioned that they have had zero warranty returns on their reman injectors.
Regarding jkidd/DAP & BOSCH.....
Injector marking comment...
Markings on New Bosch injectors
Injector function video
Why you dont want to buy a cheap reman injector...
Continous injector failures, beyond frustrated
I have a 2005 3500. At 330k miles cylinder 1 and 2 washed out, massive wear on cylinder walls, no compression on those 2. Decided to drop $ in it and get a remanufactured engine from South Houston Engines. Replaced all the injectors with a remanufactured set from Diesel Care and Performance...
www.cumminsforum.com
BBI Info thread
BBI Injector Knowledge
Here is some information I have for anyone who is interested in BBI Injectors. BBI has over 25 years experience in the industry as the owners used to work for BOSCH directly. They were on the design and engineering side. They know literally everything good and bad about the injectors. In...
www.cumminsforum.com
More info on injectors
More injector questions/comparisons
Looking for people that have experience/direct knowledge of these companies. Trying to get the cheapest quality injectors. (Cheapest quality =/= Cheap) - Metro Fuel Injection rebuilt (Bosch approved)- I don't see many people talk about them, but they are part of a bigger group of injector...
www.cumminsforum.com
124* Injectors vs 143* injectors, pic courtesy of Clayton @ Dude Diesel Performance, an excellent contact for answering all BBI questions. Thanks Clayton @Dude_57
Third... if you start a thread to ask for help to solve a problem, PLEASE, PLEASE, follow up the thread with whatever the end solution was. That way others searching for help can leverage your experience. -Grunt 11B
So you just bought a used Cummins, 3rd gen 2003-07.5 (they actually go further but I will limit this to the models with the 5.9 motor).
What I would suggest you do, regardless of what you know of the motor, is to drop some of this in the oil on the next oil change:
<deleted 1st link, not sure where to get that stuff these days, the HSSE is available at many auto parts stores>
Adding a new favorite from Hot Shots Secret This does the same as the oil system cleaner but you leave it in your pan through the oil service life, I use 1 qt each oil change
Stiction Eliminator for Gas & Diesel Engines | Hot Shot's
Safely remove and prevent residue build up with Hot Shot's stiction eliminator for gas and diesel engines. Try the original stiction eliminator today!
www.hotshotsecret.com
Get oil and filters, and a fresh fuel filter and be prepared to swap them all in the near future. You can get all 3 of these at any cummins dealer.
Oil... I use royal purple 15w-40. Pricey but a new motor is more expensive. I currently have 281k on my truck and have owned it since 2006 with 13k on it.
Fuel filter
Filters - Fuel - FUEL FILTER- FLEETGUARD ('03 - '07, 5.9L) - FS19856
2micron fuel filter (what I use)
Filters - Fuel - FUEL FILTER - FLEETGUARD (GLACIER DIESEL FUEL SYSTEM)
oil filters
Fleetguard LF16035 StrataPore Oil Filter
Then do a valve adjustment...
I recommend getting this barring tool, makes the adjustment so much easier than trying to turn the motor from the front.
'89-'16 Dodge Cummins Engine Barring Tool
Here is a writeup on how to do it...
Valve cover grommet p/n from felpro
Newbies guide to your new to you truck
Valve Adjustment 24 Valve CTD's
(there are other links, cant find them ATM, will update later)
Thread post with the valve lash instructions
Newbies guide to your new to you truck
Once the cleaners are in hand...
1) Do the valve adjustment. Do all of them regardless of what the feeler gauge indicates, it only takes about 60~90 minutes.
One tip... when the crank is at 12 oclock, check cylinders 1 & 6 as described in the writeups and adjust those set of valves at that time, then rotate 360 and do the other set. Saves time on having to rotate the motor multiple times. There is no need to do 1 set before the other.
2) Add the fuel cleaner to a full tank of fuel, drive it to near empty, then fillup and swap the fuel filter.
Note, ATF, non-synthetic Dex/Merc from Walmart has been used by several of us here with great results. NOT ALL members here will recommend it, so if you decide to go this route at any time, do your research and make your own decision. rgsauger has about 90k miles since he started using it and has nothing but good things to say. I have about 8k (I think) since starting and have been putting 8oz per tank.
Use 2 Stroke Oil aka 2SO in the fuel... Walmart has what we use in the gallon jugs, Supertech TC-W3 2 stroke oil. Cheap and works to add lubrication to the fuel.
Mix quantities 8 oz of ATF, 20-24 oz of 2SO
Note: here is a post from Martin @ BBI on using ATF (& 2SO)
More injector questions/comparisons
Looking for people that have experience/direct knowledge of these companies. Trying to get the cheapest quality injectors. (Cheapest quality =/= Cheap) - Metro Fuel Injection rebuilt (Bosch approved)- I don't see many people talk about them, but they are part of a bigger group of injector...
www.cumminsforum.com
Now that the fuel system is clean and the motor "should" be clean on the inside, swap the remaining fluids when your ready. Since the truck is new to you I recommend doing it sooner rather than later. I personally change oil, filter and fuel filter every 10k, and (not discussed yet) the 2 micron & filter screen every 20k (your truck may not have these).
3) Next add the Stiction Eliminator at your oil change, replace 1 quart of oil for 1 quart of SE
4) Check your drive belt and swap if needed!! If it breaks, it can cause a nice headache...
Fluids, ATF4 is used in the Automatic, transfer case and power steering box
5) Clean your Crankcase Breather filter on the top of the valve cover. Replace the o-ring (Napa has one that works) and clamp the hoses coming off the filter. I've done mine with brake cleaner until it came out clean, then soaked it in ATF to remove even more crud. You can buy a new one if you choose, however its a mesh screen inside and your really only need a new o-ring once its cleaned. Why you ask? Not 100% confirmed yet but it appears to have reduced my oil loss that I was experiencing recently (spring 2021). Here is what led me down this path (watch the video on the turbo seals in this post)
Blow By is this normal or too much
UPDATE: WATCH THE LAST VIDEO ON PG 2, THE BLOW BY WAS CAUSED BY A CLOGGED CRANKCASE FILTER. Heres the link. After dumping oil out of my crankcase vent tube the other day I've been worried it wasn't just an overfill problem. I'm not a mechanic but I know they are several on here and would...
www.cumminsforum.com
PSA - Oil Loss Mystery (solved, cleaned Crankcase Filter)
Starting a fresh thread to share recent experience with my engine, currently has 457k on it, 443k of which I put on it (owned since 13k). Background history: Around 380k or so I noticed oil loss creeping up into the 3~4 qt range over 7000 miles on a 10k OCI. Started using Hot Shots Stiction...
www.cumminsforum.com
Manometer thread for checking blowby
Checking Blowby
What is blowby and a simple way to check it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=PvDvcl29ZqM More scientific method: Cummins checks engine wear with a blowby test rather than compression. The Cummins blowby orifice tool is simply a tee with one .221" (15/64-in) outlet...
www.cumminsforum.com
Manometer Blowby Test
EDIT: UPDATE ON PG2 I have been reading up a lot building a manometer for testing blowy on my 2006 common rail however I still have a few questions. Here is a link to the design I will be building. http://www.cumminsforum.com/forum/94-98-engine/232657-checking-blowby.html Now I understand that...
www.cumminsforum.com
Steering box should be flushed with fresh ATF about every 50~60k. This is what I do, my choice, still running the original power steering pump, on my 2nd steering box which needs to be swapped out (sector shaft leak) after 150~160k... I have aboutt 180~190k on this box and its been leaking a while. Slow enough to just add fluid when needed.
Automatic trans & trans case should be changed every 30K miles (that was my choice), clean fresh fluid at regular intervals. Service it and adjust bands as needed along with anything else that could be looked at.
This site has a lot of fixes that the average 48RE can use. I went here years back for all of my parts while fixing the bad habits the AT had.
PATC Dodge Performance Transmissions, 46RE, 47RE, 48RE, 68RFE
Cold weather... You will loose mpg in the winter... its a fact stated over and over. To combat this mpg loss I did some testing and found intake temps are the reason for the loss... i was able to manage 20+ mpg in temps below 20*f over 460+ miles in the winter of 2014-15 while working in Minnesota. I have a manual transmission... I gained 2 mpg when I swapped mine in for the Auto I pulled out. Read how I tested & concluded warm air = better mpg here... Cold weather MPG thread.
Block heater corrd
'89-'20 Dodge Cummins Diesel Engine Block Heater Cord
Dodge Cummins Universal Block Heater Bumper Plug
Mods... My experiences over the years... MPG & Mods info... my experience.
Your first mod should be something similar to this ( have a smiliar setup but for an aftermarket intake horn.
VP MAX Under Intake Filter System CR
Or if you prefer it on the rail... this
VP MAX Dual Remote Filter Kit
If you go that route, expect to have the potential for gelled fuel which will clog the filters. If you go with one under the hood then chances of gelling can be reduced. I did 2 things talked about in the cold weather thread.
here is some info on gelled fuel
How to Prevent Diesel Fuel Gelling | Fuel & Friction | An automotive website dedicated to all things Fuel and Friction by Boost Performance Products
here is a simple fix...
Raw Power Fuel Filter Heaters - Keep your vehicle running in the cold! - Utah Biodiesel Supply
<blowby info>
<injector info>
<manual trans>
NV5600
NV5600 Fluid change 3rd Gen NV5600 Manual Fluid Change...Pics
G56
MB G56-6 Mercedes Benz Factory Fill - NOT ATF+4!!
G56 conversion p/n's 4wd -> 2wd
G56 4WD to 2WD
G56 Conversion Reverse fix, simple as shorting 2 wires of AT harness to reverse light switch
Manual Transmission Swap Reverse Light Fix
Connect pins 1 & 4 to the reverse light switch... done. Use the same connector that you used when you went to ground pin 6 to start it. Its as simple as that. I dont have a pigtail yet for the switch but have confirmed that with the key on and a paper clip installed across the 2 pins...
www.cumminsforum.com
G56 Fluids - Steves choice... research more, Delvac 50WT is another, I did not have good luck with it and settled on this mix
G56 & Royal Purple...
Did the trans fluid swap today, very minimal debris on the magnet. 140k+ miles on the bearings, unknown on synchros. Bearings are still quiet like new, synchros still kinda notchy... (Been that way since day one of swap). Really no change to them. Used 4qt 75w-90, 3qt synchromax and 1qt lucas...
www.cumminsforum.com
NV5600 (and probably NV4500)
NV5600 fluid P/N
48RE
Band Adjustment
Turbo Diesel Register
FSMs
Dodge Cummins Data
4wd Steering brace... needed!
Creative Fabworks Dodge Ram 2500/3500 4x4 Heavy Duty Steering Brace
Tracbar bushings
'03-'07 Dodge Ram Luke's Link Trackbar Bushings
Longtime members please feel free to add in and or correct if needed, I will add to this post as time goes on.
Felt the need to have this to answer a lot of questions that come up often.
mpg info
MPG threads
winterizing the ram
Must do for trucks that see winter weather...PICS
Another deep cleaning thread with fresh pics
Deep Cleaning/Winter Prep of the Ram
Today was the day I tore into my truck to do a deep cleaning... I've dont this 2x before, first was before winter in MN and then 8 months later back in Cali to clean it all out. That was in 2015. So now 6 years later, time to do it again. So much gunk came out (see pics) this time around, but...
www.cumminsforum.com
cleanup after the winterizing
Ram Cleanup from MN winter
Quick FYI Sticky for service
Quick FYI sticky for service specs .
Fan clutch alternative in this post... Thanks to TryNto for the info...
Trying To Measure Resistance On Cooling Fan Plug
Hayden fan clutch feedback...
04.5 3500 running hot/overheating issue
Fan clutch bearing replacement
Fan hub bearing replacement.....
Coolant flush thread
Coolant flush on a 3rd Gen.
Water Pump comparison (5.9 vs 6.7)
Dodge Cummins Water Pump Comparison- Tech Info
Not sure if this is the right place for this, but it involves Cummins powered trucks from 1989-2014, so I decided to put it here. Feel free to move it if you feel it belongs somewhere else better. Through the years, Cummins has gone through a few different water pump "styles". As far as I know...
www.cumminsforum.com
exhaust manifold blanket
https://thermalzero.com/product-category/vehicle-specific-blanketing/dodgecummins/
http://www.hightemperaturefabric.com/silica-high-temperature-heat-flame-fire-resistant-fabric.html
Ash tray assembly removal...
Ash tray assembly removal
Power Distribution Center Repair
part 1 https://www.dieseltruckresource.com/...rt-1-a-222371/
part 2 https://www.dieseltruckresource.com/...rt-2-a-222373/
U-joints
Spicer U-joint part numbers + quantities
saving this info...
This is an Air Intake Heater for a LB7 Duramax. With a quick search you'll find them (Airtex p/n 1S12230) for $50. drill and tap with a M22x1.5
More Information for STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS DIH4 "STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS DIH4 {#8972519740, 97251974}"
More Information for WVE 1S12230 "AIRTEX/WELLS 1S12230 {#97251974, EAH5} "
Front driveshaft greasing...
Greasing front drive shaft reminder
And why you want to grease it
Transfer case just exploded on the freeway
So. I have a new to me 2007 2500 4x4 with the 5.9 and 48Re. I was just on the freeway (20 minutes ago) and cruising at 70 when the vehicle started vibrating noticeably (not bad, but made me question if it was the road or the vehicle) so I slowed to 60 and it seemed to get worse. As I was pulling...
www.cumminsforum.com
High Idle wire...
cummins p/n 3164263 ecm repair wire
"pin #22 of the rear connector on the ECM was grounded" -kmech
dorman volvo fan p/n 620-774 and Dorman 620-883 Radiator Fan Assembly
Belt routing,
NO AC
With AC
2003-2007 Dodge Cummins 5.9 3rd gen drive / serpentine...
Howdy folks. Over the weekend, I took care of two maintenance items on my pickup--setting the valve lash and replacing my serpentine belt. Of the two chores, the replacing the drive belt was by far the most frustrating task. In fact, it was so frustrating, that I had to just walk away from it...
www.cumminsforum.com
Fix for old style fluidampr belt swap issue
Pulley option for belt changes with old style Fluidampr
Gates belt P/N for updated pulley to use with old Fluidampr = K081243HD
"SERPENTINE BELT - HEAVY DUTY - GATES ('13-'18, 6.7L - A/C & SINGLE ALTERNATOR) Item #: GATES-K081243HD" per GenosGarage.com
FleetRunner® Micro-V® Belts | Gates Corporation
silencer ring info
Turbo Silencer ring
220A Alternator upgrade
5.9 to 6.7 alternator upgrade/swap
220A alternator update pics...
2013 power steering pump upgrade
2013+ Power Steering Pump w/ Remote Reservoir
6 bolt steering box info, dig down thru the thread, good info in there
OEM 6 Bolt Steering Box Differences
Front Suspension FAQ
Front Suspension FAQ
PhotoSuckit pics in the next 2 threads... use chrome if you need to see them... there is a browser extension IIRC that allows them to be shown.
Power Steering Service
DIY Power Steering Service
Steering box swap
DIY steering box install
6 Bolt Steering Box info
OEM 6 Bolt Steering Box Differences
Adding a post on truck maintenance, this is worth reading...
The infamous “Why does my MPG suck?”
So yeah I’m getting like 12mpg and I baby the **** out of my truck, seriously, never go over 2100rpm, barely ever go over 65... it’s a NV5600 with 4:10s on 285/70/17s. Seems like getting around 20 is the norm with these common rails, hell I bought a 3rd gen rather than a 2nd gen 24v because I...
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Crank & Cam sensor info (read me)
Crank & Cam sensors
Motivated by this thread and the fact that my motor has 444k on it with the original sensors.... Thanks @Alcharger https://www.cumminsforum.com/threads/mileage-increased-from-18-to-21-after.2534684/ Cummins P/N: 5594275 $23...
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Twin Turbo Install...
crazy carl sotcker/s475 install guide
this is just a guide of how to install this kit. the instructions that come with it are absolutely terrible. but i did message crazy carly (TURBOLVR) and he helped out with any questions i had and got it done trouble free. it was easy to install and i have never installed a compound kit before...
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CP3 Explained
CP3 and Fueling System Explained
I would like to make this a user thread so if anyone would like help with the cp3 or fueling system just ask and i will post up additional information. Information has been gathered throughout the web and compiled here for your reading pleasure with my own litteral definitions to cleary define...
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Front driveshaft lube thread
Front driveshaft Lube
Last week I yanked both driveshafts to get the U-Joints swapped... had one go bad up front next to the axle and had an intermittent vibration in the rear, off throttle, in gear. I also had an odd noise in the rear which made me think the rear end was moving. It showed up when backing into a...
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Fluid Capacities
Dash Lights
Dash Lights Out & Replaced
They started going out one by one over the last 6 months. Sometimes they kind of faded out for a day or two and then fade back on, this was happening with different sections of the instrument cluster and then finally they all went out. I replaced them all today, took me about 45 minutes. HVAC...
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AAM Axle rebuild video, link in post.
Early G56 with 3.42s
So I have an early G56 (.79 overdrive) with 3.73 gears. My current rpm is basically 2k @ 65. Then 2400rpm @75. So that's my issue. I hate running the engine at that high of an rpm, plus fuel mileage drops. I have a set of 3.42 ring and pinions that I have been planning to swap in for a few...
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Arm rest install
4th gen seats in 3rd gen w/ Captains Chairs | Dodge Cummins Diesel Forum (cumminsforum.com)
DIY Wiper Motor Fix
(2) DIY Intermittant Wiper Motor Fix | Dodge Cummins Diesel Forum (cumminsforum.com)