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I have a 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 with the 46RE tranny in it. My problem is when I reach about 30-35 mph it starts to shake but if I lay on the gas, it surpasses it and stops but will do it everytime I stop and go again. But if I turn the O/D off, it won't do it at all but then I can't surpass 55MPH and even that is pushing it because it stays at 2500rpms the whole time. What could be my problem? I was told OD Solenoid. But I want more opinions. Thanks!
 
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I have a 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 with the 46RE tranny in it. My problem is when I reach about 30-35 mph it starts to shake but if I lay on the gas, it surpasses it and stops but will do it everytime I stop and go again. But if I turn the O/D off, it won't do it at all but then I can't surpass 55MPH and even that is pushing it because it stays at 2500rpms the whole time. What could be my problem? I was told OD Solenoid. But I want more opinions. Thanks!
Sounds like a misfire issue
 
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Old Sep 17, 2018 | 03:13 PM
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Misfire like sparkplugs.?
 
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Yep. When is the last time the truck had a tune up?
 
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I just got the truck, so I am not too sure. Will go take a look now.
 
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Yep. When is the last time the truck had a tune up?

Sparkplugs look relatively new, same with wires.
 
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What brand/type of plugs?
 
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What brand/type of plugs?
Champion Copper
 
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Ok, those should be fine. Might not hurt to pull one or two, and see what they look like.

Distributor cap would be my next stop. Yep, it's a bear to get to......
 
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We looked at all of them, they are good & distributor cap is good also.
 
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