that 12 valve will outlast a common rail. restore that 12 valve. if not send me a pm and we can talk about a price.

 

I'd say restore it. start saving some money for a built motor.

 

You and i friend have the same problems... LOL

 

If the dodge truck itself is what's gettin wore out, have you considered swapping your engine into something newer with less miles?

Just a thought

But between your two options, I would keep the 12v and restore it.

 

Keep the 12v. Ive owned newer trucks and came to this conclusion, any diesel with electronics on it is automatically a POS in my book. I know that may upset some people but I have never had good luck with any of the newer stuff across the board, neither have any of my friends.

 

i would keep it. dont see a point in making a payment and then trying to upgrade. you could make your truck like new and three times the truck for what your gonna pay for a common rail..

 

Restore your 12v!

 

well... i thank everbody for there input.. i have made up my mind!.. march 1st i am starting the resto. ( closing on my new house on march first!) i will do a full build in show and tell section. i am going to sand blast the frame and por15 it. and i think i am going to buy a rust free 1500 v6 2wd and just swap body parts over since my cab is solid. i will be replacing steering parts and i just did all new brakes and hubs and drums. i am thinking about 3rd gen seats also. then get her painted! then the performance. it will be a full build done rather quick. once again thanks for all the opinions