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| 24 Valve 2nd Gen Dodge Cummins 98.5-02 Discussion of 24 Valve 5.9 Liter Dodge Cummins Diesels with VP44 Injection Pumps |
I need a VP44 and a LP installed. I'm getting the 0216, 1693 code. I talked to Chip he says its a VP44 problem, and I'll propabley get it from him. It seems to shutter about 65-80 on acceleration, but seem to run alright other ... JOIN NOW TO REMOVE TRACER
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12-06-2009, 11:48 AM
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Advise on finding a good shop.
I need a VP44 and a LP installed. I'm getting the 0216, 1693 code. I talked to Chip he says its a VP44 problem, and I'll propabley get it from him. It seems to shutter about 65-80 on acceleration, but seem to run alright other than that, and my MPG is decreasing. I was seeking some advise on how I should go about finding a reputable shop(or person) for the job. I've talked to shops(people)and I get mixed feeling on whether i feel confident about them working on my truck. Any info would be deeply appreciated.
Thank you Bill 
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12-06-2009, 12:01 PM
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I only take my truck to Ken McCabe in Bristol, which is just south of New Lexington, had the truck for two years now and have nothing but great things to say about Ken working on it. He's just a private guy that does everything out of his garage, but he has a really nice setup and really knows his stuff. One other thing, his prices may be a little higher than other guys, but he only uses the absolute best parts that he can find so you only have to fix it once. His number is 1-740-342-5007. Tell him Jake sent you, and he will treat you right. Good luck.
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12-06-2009, 12:02 PM
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You are in a great spot for shops actually....
About 27 miles,give or take a few,from where you are located at down to Thornville,OH where Dave and Loretta Mitchell's "Enterprise Engine Performance" is at.Nice shop,great people and some of the best work I have ever had done to my truck. Enterprise Engine Performance Your other option is about 75 miles away from you and that is down in New Vienna,OH and they are called "Woodruff Diesel".Another great shop who does great work and comes highly reccomended by many of the locals out there. Woodruff Diesel, Inc. Hope that helps as either one would do what you need done with your truck......Andy
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12-06-2009, 03:32 PM
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Im not sure what you have for tools but you dont need anything speical
the key way in the vp is the only common problem iv seen Plus if you get a blue chip pump like your talking they will include the gear puller for the pump for FREE to use as long as you return it Then spend the 1200.00 on injectors and gauges or BEER 
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12-06-2009, 03:36 PM
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12-06-2009, 03:57 PM
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Man just did one do it yourself your looking at 5 hours at most doing the vp and the new LP and thats having never done it yourself save yourself some money. You willl, let me repeat YOU WILL GET ADDICTED TO THIS so save your money for more upgrades PLease
---AutoMerged DoublePost--- I CANT EXPLAIN IT YOU JUST KEEP WANTING MORE AND MORE AND IF YOUR MARRIED GET USED TO SLEEPING ON THE COUCH BEC.90% of the ladies dont understand bec. its a Diesel THang Last edited by NCFPD; 12-06-2009 at 03:57 PM.. Reason: Automerged Doublepost
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12-06-2009, 05:47 PM
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Thanks gentleman, I'm going to try to order my pumps soon, I'm gona do it! I got tools, I'm just a little intimidated because of the price of the pump. I'll do it!
Thanks again 
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12-06-2009, 05:48 PM
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 As for reputable shops around you cant help ya there but not to bad to do your self. If you do feel confident in tackling it your self just take alot of pics before you start of how lines bolts ect go and dig in its fun and as for me get a greater satisfaction out of DIY on things not just my truck but everything i do just like to figure it out and do it myself but thats just me. There are alot of great info in here and alot of great guys that have done it before and are always willing to help if you get in a bind on something
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12-06-2009, 05:55 PM
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yea its alot more rewarding doing it myself and it familerizes me with my vehical always me to possible fix it in a jam or on the side of the road were there aint a shope
But if you would like to see how hard it is or weather or not your sure you wanna do it look up vp44 istall on youtube one of the guys on here has the whole thing videoed and you can see what your getting into but really its not that bad i was scared my first time i did it bec. i didnt have the money to fix any thing if i broke somthing let us know how it goes
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12-06-2009, 08:04 PM
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do your reading up wile your waiting for the pump and ask any question you need iv been here and willing to help some one else ---AutoMerged DoublePost--- just pay attition to the "key way" Last edited by ja-mudder; 12-06-2009 at 08:04 PM.. Reason: Automerged Doublepost
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12-07-2009, 01:16 AM
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i was intimidated to work on my truck at first untill i talked to these guys. If i could install an air dog 150 by my self then i think if you know what a wrench is and have a little common sense then you can do just about anything. If you have any questions MOST people on here have done this before and can answer it, even if it is a dumb question then ask.
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12-07-2009, 06:13 PM
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I unerstand what you guys are saying about saving money by doin it yourself, but I know that with ken and I'd asume any good reputable shop, when they do the work, there is an unspoken innsurance policy that they will at the very least give you a heck of a price break the second time around, but if the problem was their fault they will usually take care of it, and while I do believe that I could do alot more of the work on my truck myself, ( if I really had a place to) and since I don't exactly have the largest bank account, I can't afford to replace a $1000-plus part, when I can have it installed by a professional for a couple hundred.
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12-07-2009, 06:48 PM
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 Most of us here are because we love doing the work our self Hell 2 weeks ago I bought a 20 ton shop press and a large balljoint press kit and do my own ball joints even after buying all this + parts I STILL SAVED $$$$$$ In past year i figured out between my 2 trucks and the girls yukon iv saved over 9,000$ and ya I spent some time pissed off but in the end I love it and when Im no where close to a shop and shit go's to hell Ill be wrench'n
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12-08-2009, 01:03 AM
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you do save alot of money doing it your self!!! And by buying those presses you have them for life and can do it on anything now, even help a friend. And yes the parts are expensive but thats where the common sence and asking questions comes into play. most people install aftermarket parts for power do it them self for the love of the sport.
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