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Old Jun 1, 2009 | 05:55 PM
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So after almost half a century working on gas burners I have my first diesel because gas is expensive and I have been impressed with by friend's 01 dodge cummins. since I need to start pulling a 5th wheel around once in awhile and still needed a PU to haul flour sacks I started looking for a Dodge 2500. I found a high mileage (200,000) 94, auto 4x4 that had seen only highway driving with a holiday trailer and was fanatically well maintained, in mint condition.
Problem is it is kind of slow compared to the 01. Pulls fine at slower speeds but is sluggish on the highway. Don't really want to risk messing it up too much but am looking forward to finding out what safe mods can be made to add some zip. Otherwise I am a happy convert to diesel, love driving it and will post some pics soon. I doubt there is a cleaner 94 anywhere.
 
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Old Jun 1, 2009 | 08:13 PM
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Welcome to the Club
 
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Old Jun 1, 2009 | 09:03 PM
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there are many things to do to it get gauges fuel psi exhaust temp first then you can play with it
 
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Old Jun 1, 2009 | 09:06 PM
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you will not have a problem getting that 12v up and running better then that 01 believe me.
 
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Old Jun 1, 2009 | 09:32 PM
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Welcome bogorman,

its good to see another local here...

Not to worry, a 94 with the 12V is an excellent machine. The problem is, adding power is addicting and its a never ending downhill slide that drains your wallet and consumes you...

How much power are you looking for? Mildly warm or fire breathing beast? Either way, your transmission will probably need some work.
 

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Old Jun 2, 2009 | 02:58 AM
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And don't forget about the killer dowel pin. The problem is, adding power is addicting and its a never ending downhill slide that drains your wallet and consumes you... so true,so true.
 

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Old Jun 2, 2009 | 08:59 AM
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Welcome to db
 
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Old Jun 2, 2009 | 09:27 AM
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Welcome!!
 
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Old Jun 2, 2009 | 11:53 AM
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Welcome n enjoy your stay here at DB !!
 
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Old Jun 6, 2009 | 02:18 PM
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Enjoy the site..
 
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