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Old May 17, 2010 | 06:00 PM
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Hello Everyone Does anyone know have any info. on the 02 magnum V8. Concerns , Tips , Any info at all will be Greatly Helpful. This being my first Dodge. After owning several piece of Craps FORDS. I guess I a Slow learner LOL.I Own a 02- 2500. With a Brand new Front End Thanks For All Your Help
 
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Old May 17, 2010 | 08:54 PM
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Would this be the 5.9L 360HP engine?
 
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Old May 17, 2010 | 09:17 PM
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yes the 5.9L is a great motor, needs to breathe better, CAI and better exhaust. then you need to look into a Superchips programmer and replace you clutch fan with an e-fan. Those are good starters!
 
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Old May 17, 2010 | 10:00 PM
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Here is a great link that leaves little to the imagination on this engine.

http://dodgeram.org/tech/gas/specs/5_9v8.htm
 
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Old May 17, 2010 | 10:21 PM
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if i remember those engines had alot of torque for what they were. There were problems with the plenum gaskets leaking alot, but i dont know what years. I had one and was happy with it, only reason i upgraded was for the quadcab so the kids had more room. otherwise i liked it. and the 2500 chassis makes me jealous too
 
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Old May 18, 2010 | 03:51 PM
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Thanks a lot. So I guess the engines a Good one. Its just the Basics I need to do. Better breathing , Exhaust , And Super chip. Any Recommendations On the chips,,,,,,,,,, Thanks I really Appreciated Everything
 
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Old May 18, 2010 | 03:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Slowhand12
Thanks a lot. So I guess the engines a Good one. Its just the Basics I need to do. Better breathing , Exhaust , And Super chip. Any Recommendations On the chips,,,,,,,,,, Thanks I really Appreciated Everything

superchips is the brand. great company. great customer support, and great product.
 
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Old May 18, 2010 | 04:34 PM
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Originally Posted by mattwv88
Would this be the 5.9L 360HP engine?
I wish my 5.9 had 360HP. For some reason mine only came with like 245HP.
 
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Old May 18, 2010 | 04:41 PM
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I wish my 5.9 had 360HP. For some reason mine only came with like 245HP.

HAHA! lets hope he meant 360ci
 
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Old May 18, 2010 | 04:46 PM
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I'm sure he did, I'm just bustin' him.
 
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