New to me 2004 Cummins 4x2
I've been wanting to pick me up a diesel, and ultimately decided on a cummins. I recently found a 2004 cummins 4x2 automatic. I did jump the gun a bit, but it had low mileage (30k) and was very very clean. I've just got a couple (what I hope to be) quick questions.
1) Its an automatic transmission, and shows no signs of slippage or anything, but does seem like it shifts firm, and sometimes feels like a cvt in the sense that it doesnt fee like a traditional car automatic transmission. Under non heavy acceleration, seems like it shifts before a car would. 2) The truck had no hitches to be found, 5th wheel or otherwise. I ultimately want to do some mild hauling (tow small trailers for dump runs, and a car hauler later on). Does the simple chrysler hitch effectively get me to where I'd be if it came from the factory ready to tow? Does the tow package have a beefier transmission from the dealer? (eg, I'll need more than simply tossing a hitch on it) 3) If I were to ever toss a tuner on it, I'd want to go with something fairly mild (no need to shoot for the sky)... I know people say the autos are weaker and dont really like power upgrades. Are there some mild things I can do to make this tranny happier with the additional power? I think thats it, and I appreciate the time! Thanks! |
it needs a converter and a valvebody or shift kit
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Isn't a hitch standard on ANY 3/4 or 1 ton truck? Thats what I was told when I bought my 01, and I haven't EVER seen one without a hitch, unless it was a chasis truck.
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Well this may have been a chassis truck... I don't really have any way of knowing. Just trying to make sure I don't do anything stupid like attempt to tow something when its not ready.. or just assume it was built to tow.
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I ordered my truck new, didn't come with hitch
if you wanted one you had to order trailer package. |
it is a standar class 4 hitch on any 2500 up to12,000 lbs gross trailer weight or 1,200 lbs tongue weight if is not be removed from the previos owner.:yeah:
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Great, thanks for the info on the hitch stuff, gives me a lot more confidence in the truck...
As far as the transmission goes... is a very occasional holding on to a gear a tad too long, or a slightly harder than normal shift from reverse to drive (while fully stopped) out of the normal? |
upgrade you trans or change the oil and filter
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hahaha two very diff suggestions there =)
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1) It's a diesel! Different shift pattern
2)Same tranny factory tow hitch on 90% of all trucks! Good to 12,000lbs 3) Get a valve body and TQ That will hold just fine for what your doing. A Smarty Junior will be all you need! AND don't forget the better air in Part!! Congrats and welcome to Diesel heaven! DON'T let the power bug bite you!!! |
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