I just purchased an 03 Ram 4x2 regular cab,longbed a couple weeks ago.It has 29,000 on it,v6.When i take off slowly it seems to vibrate from the rear.Seems to do it more if i am turning.Any idea what to look for?
Phil

 

I would change the oil in the rear end. Look for any pieces of metal in the bottom of the diff. I had a vibration also and found metal in my rear end. Dodge had to replace the rear end under the 7/70 warranty. I had 40000 miles on truck. Good luck

Dave

2002 1500 4.7
3.92 LSD

 

Thanks Dave,i'll have to take a look.
Phil

 

bad universal possibly?

 

I'm going with the u-joint also, pretty common problem.

 

A universal at 29k?I didn't replace those on my Chevy truck until 100k.Does Dodge give the 7/70000 warranty on all the cars/trucks from the factory?
Phil

 

ILL SAVE YOU MONEY!!!

I had the same problem on my 2002 long bed.. The dealer found a recall for the driveshaft and replaced it for free.... solved the problem right away. Have them check it out

 

They aren't showing a recall on the driveshaft for the 03.They do show that for the 02 though.
Phil

 

I have a 06 2500 Hemi QC 4x4. I also have a vibration when I take off and hit 1200 RPM. I havent' taken it to the dealer yet but plan on it next week. Hope someone can find the problem, it's pretty annoying to have it on a new truck. It's my only complaint on the truck though.