5.9 Liter CR Dodge Cummins 03-07 Discussion of 5.9 Liter Dodge Cummins Diesels with Common Rail Injection

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Old 12-26-2015, 03:14 PM
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I am going to look at a 2006 Megacab 4x4 6spd with 90k miles. My previous truck was an 01 so the CR is a whole new animal to me plus being away from the game for several years. What do I want to keep an eye out for both with the truck and the drivetrain.
 
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Old 12-26-2015, 05:56 PM
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First thing is blow by! Remove the oil cap when it's running place it on the hole if it blows off walk away! Engine needs a rebuild! Check the clutch for slippage! Check the coolant color. Remove the radiator cap and look for bubbles in the coolant not a deal breaker but knock a couple thousand off for repairs!
Ask about any repairs like Injectors or ??
Any mods? Gauges, Programmer?
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Thanks. There isn't much info on the website about it, then again this guy never does list a whole bunch of info about his trucks. I bought my 2001 off of him and with this one only having 90k on the clock it has my interest! plus the 6spd Megacab combo is a rare one.
 
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Old 12-27-2015, 12:22 AM
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also check the front end to make sure its not wore out. that can be spendy to fix. i would take the intake off and feel for play in the turbo.
 
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Old 12-27-2015, 09:34 AM
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Thanks for the help guys.
 




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