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Old Nov 1, 2007 | 04:21 PM
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I have a 1998 doge ram 2500 it has the 5.9 and it suxxxxx the gas. so can i put a cummins diesel in it. If i can, how do i do it or is there already forums about this.? Where can i buy a cummins?
 
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Old Nov 1, 2007 | 04:28 PM
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if you can get your hands on a wrecked truck, putt the engine and trans out and your golden. but that is going to be hard since most yards gobble these trucks up quick just for the engine and trans.

one question though, how much are you willing to spend since most likely it is going to be cheaper and easier in the long run to find a used CTD and go from there.
 
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Old Nov 1, 2007 | 04:37 PM
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what about all the wiring and crap?
 
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Old Nov 1, 2007 | 04:38 PM
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so would it just be cheaper to sell my truck, and find a used diesel.
 
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Old Nov 1, 2007 | 04:40 PM
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possibly.. depends what you are lookin for... same year??
 
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Old Nov 1, 2007 | 04:43 PM
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is it possible if i find one the same year.
 
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Old Nov 1, 2007 | 04:55 PM
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if you find a 98 with a 12 valve engine get it. . .that is one of the most coveted combinations. the 98.5-02 24 valves have issues with the injector pump.
 
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Old Nov 1, 2007 | 05:06 PM
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thanx for the info.
 
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