ram 2500 v10
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I am using water injection on my 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 V-10 and I get 26 mpg highway.I actually got 59 mpg the first test of my water injection system but the computer relized I was putting in more oxygen and dumped more gas.As soon as I hook up my EFIE it should go back up to about 59 mpg highway.As soon as I hook up my EFIE and test it out I would be glad to post the results.Next I have also built my own Hydrogen generator.I tested it on a gas generator and doubled the running time at 3000 RPMs.I plan to run it directly off of a secound 300 AMP altenator.When the truck is running the hydrogen is on and when you shut the engine off the hydrogen is not generating.Simple no fuses no muss no fuss.PS I have over 250,000 miles and running stronger with the water injection(50-70 plus hp).JackWayne
#23
I am using water injection on my 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 V-10 and I get 26 mpg highway.I actually got 59 mpg the first test of my water injection system but the computer relized I was putting in more oxygen and dumped more gas.As soon as I hook up my EFIE it should go back up to about 59 mpg highway.As soon as I hook up my EFIE and test it out I would be glad to post the results.Next I have also built my own Hydrogen generator.I tested it on a gas generator and doubled the running time at 3000 RPMs.I plan to run it directly off of a secound 300 AMP altenator.When the truck is running the hydrogen is on and when you shut the engine off the hydrogen is not generating.Simple no fuses no muss no fuss.PS I have over 250,000 miles and running stronger with the water injection(50-70 plus hp).JackWayne
#25
I get about 11 driving like a teenager, and I can actually ( somehow) squeak out about 14 driving like a granny). Loads of fun to drive, just try and keep it above a quarter of a tank or you run the risk of killing your fuel pump over time...yay answering to a zombie thread! Oh well, hopefuly someone else will be able to use the information. (p.s. Original miles are around 112 and I'm in a '96 V10)
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#28
I have a 97 Ram 2500 with the 8L V-10, and currently has 136K on it. For the most part, the V-10 is a good motor, however, there have been a few of us who have SERIOUS problems with 'em. At just over 76K, I heard a very brief rattle that disturbed me. I didn't hear it again for a couple weeks. It slowly became more frequent, until now, when it rattles HARD EVERY TIME I START IT. I asked questions about it since I first heard that little 'click', but NO ONE could tell me what might be wrong. I was suspiscious that there might be something seriously wrong, because it was using anti-freeze, and was running lean--ON ALL 10 CYLINDERS (all 10 plugs were stone white). I suspected intake manifold and/or head gaskets, but again, NO ONE KNEW ANYTHING. Finally, just a few months ago, I was talking to an old friend of mine, and he said that his brother, who owns a '99 or 2000 Ram V-10, had the same problem, and he took into the local Dodge dealer, and discovered there were 2 scored cylinders ,pistons and rings caused by leaking anti-freeze. Cost him almost $1800 to have it fixed.
So, since my '97 is having the same issues, and is now terminal, I would recommend that you ask the person or dealer you want to buy the truck from, if it is running up to par and if it is using any anti-freeze. Chances are, it's OK, but you might ask if you could take it to a local Dodge dealer or knowledgeable mechanic and have them check it for leaks.
Personally, I'd pass on it, 'cuz the fuel mileage SUCKS, and ANY parts and/or repairs on that V-10 are SPENDY. Just an aftermarket belt tensioner (auto value) is around $65. I bought one for my little Chev half-ton a year ago and only paid about $18.
Dodge eventually dumped the V-10 because it was obviously not an economical alternative vs. the Cummins diesel. Thank GOD!!!!!!!!
So, since my '97 is having the same issues, and is now terminal, I would recommend that you ask the person or dealer you want to buy the truck from, if it is running up to par and if it is using any anti-freeze. Chances are, it's OK, but you might ask if you could take it to a local Dodge dealer or knowledgeable mechanic and have them check it for leaks.
Personally, I'd pass on it, 'cuz the fuel mileage SUCKS, and ANY parts and/or repairs on that V-10 are SPENDY. Just an aftermarket belt tensioner (auto value) is around $65. I bought one for my little Chev half-ton a year ago and only paid about $18.
Dodge eventually dumped the V-10 because it was obviously not an economical alternative vs. the Cummins diesel. Thank GOD!!!!!!!!
#29
Well, Sorry you're having issues with yours, but the moment you knew you were losing coolant you should have been looking into the cause. It can happen to any engine. Both small block chevy engines in my previous K2500 and K30 blew head gaskets. It's a part of truck ownership with any brand. To work on Ford Superduty engines you have to remove the entire Cab and front end. Yeah, that's not going to be expensive.
Mine has been mostly trouble free and hopefully it will continue to be. I have both the Factory service and parts manuals downloaded and ready for referencing when needed.
Dodge 'dumped' the V10 when the Hemi was ready for duty and if you think the Hemi is cheap to work on you haven't been paying attention.
Mine has been mostly trouble free and hopefully it will continue to be. I have both the Factory service and parts manuals downloaded and ready for referencing when needed.
Dodge 'dumped' the V10 when the Hemi was ready for duty and if you think the Hemi is cheap to work on you haven't been paying attention.
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