debating on buying a Cummins...
#1
debating on buying a Cummins...
I want to get a Cummins. Either a 24 valve or a common rail, would prefer a common rail 04.5-05. I have no need for the truck just want it really bad! I'm just curious what the cost for a daily driver cummins and if me wanting the truck is good enough reason to get it.
#2
A few thoughts on 24v Dodges
I have owned two 24v: a 2001 and a 2004.5 and liked them both. But be aware that from 1998.5 through 2003 I believe all used the problematic vp44 injector pump and had poor lift pumps, but after market lift pumps are available that seem to cure that. However many early ie 1998.5-2001s also had the dreaded ''53'' blocks (mine did). While most ''53s'' didn't crack some did requiring a new block or a complete engine replacement. The location of the number is just above the pan, driver's side at the front corner. Many cracked under warranty and were replaced but I would avoid one myself, although mine had 104k with no crack or vp44 problems. Common rail motors can have injector problems and cost more for those injectors.
#3
to be honest, id recommend the 12v, but i love my 12v, my dad has a 24v and my bro inlaw has a commonrail, i dont like either of them, i only like my 12v, easier to work on, easier to get power out of, and you dont have to smog in california, hahaha, stupid cali laws, sorry yall but i stick to my 12v, :-) good luck on the buy, and just because you want one, if you have the money, go for it i guess, if i had a couple million id go buy me a bugatti, just to say i have one, but do what you gotta do.
#4
I'm I don't have a lot of money but I'm not broke. The only reason I don't want wants 12 valve is because the base power is so weak I mean I don't want a lot of power but I want around 300+ hp but I don't want to spend a lot of money getting the truck up there. That's one reason I want a common rail, that and I love how the new dodges look, the older dodges look awesome but the common rail 5.9s look sweet!
#5
I'm agreeing with what you are looking for, as it was my way of thought a year ago... on that note, if you don't work a diesel, you make problems for yourself.
My 06 has been a great truck so far. Some small issues, a couple recalls, but that's about it. I got warranty on it for another 30,000kms (extended) but I think if you do your oilchanges, and just look after it... it'll treat you well.
My 06 has been a great truck so far. Some small issues, a couple recalls, but that's about it. I got warranty on it for another 30,000kms (extended) but I think if you do your oilchanges, and just look after it... it'll treat you well.
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I just started a job for a few months that does nothing but diesels and a few (very few) gas vehicles. I've been in the mechanics world for only 5 years I'm ok at it but I have a lot to learn still. Does this change whether I should get a Cummins or not? And the job I was just talking about specializes and worships Cummins!
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I just started a job for a few months that does nothing but diesels and a few (very few) gas vehicles. I've been in the mechanics world for only 5 years I'm ok at it but I have a lot to learn still. Does this change whether I should get a Cummins or not? And the job I was just talking about specializes and worships Cummins!
#9
Sorry for stealing the thread, but I'm in the same boat. I have a 1500 and I really want a cummins. I don't need one for any reason besides wanting it. Just wondering if anyone has ever heard or fast lane auto in Cortland, NY? They specialize in '98 - '02 24v cummins manual trucks.
http://www.nydiesels.com/Inventory
http://www.nydiesels.com/Inventory
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