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Old Mar 10, 2021 | 03:11 PM
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My 3500 started with a very sluggish take off, but then shifts perfectly . help
 
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Old Mar 11, 2021 | 07:35 AM
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Compared to what? Mileage? Last tune up? Did this just start happening? You need to provide more info in order for us to assist you.
 
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Old Mar 12, 2021 | 06:44 AM
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Default 03 3500 ram dually very sluggish at take 3

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Compared to what? Mileage? Last tune up? Did this just start happening? You need to provide more info in order for us to assist you.
when we changed the solenoid pressure switch, then it started being sluggish at take off
 
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Old Mar 12, 2021 | 07:29 AM
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What engine/trans?
 
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What engine/trans?
5.9 engine and Allison Trans. 6 cylinder
 
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Old Mar 12, 2021 | 06:17 PM
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Ah, der diesel..... All the tubing for the turbo intact?
 
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Old Mar 12, 2021 | 10:20 PM
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Ah, der diesel..... All the tubing for the turbo intact?
yes, all tubing is intact. It starts off in 2nd gear
 
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Old Mar 13, 2021 | 09:15 AM
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That would definitely make it sluggish..... getting any trans codes?? I don't know squat about the allison trans.....
 
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That would definitely make it sluggish..... getting any trans codes?? I don't know squat about the allison trans.....
code says po700
 
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Old Mar 13, 2021 | 10:25 AM
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That's a pretty generic code, and could mean all sorts of things.... Usually, there will be another code along with it, that points to what the actual problem is. If you don't have another code, reset codes, go for a drive. See if the code immediately resets.
 
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