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2011 Dakota Fuel Gauge

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:06:05 -0400

2011 Dakota 2WD long bed 4.7L V8 The fuel gauge will drop to the peg and ring the bell and light the light then recover after a while. Only happens when the tank is 1/4 full or less. Once, after ...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Dodge Ram 3500 Free wheel front hubs

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 20:54:47 -0400

G'day everyone, I'm contemplating buying a Dodge Ram 3500 with the Cummins Diesel. Any feedback - good or bad appreciated. Also can I buy Free Wheel hubs for the front axle on this vehicle. If ...... The post has 8 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Ram may build more trucks with sports team tie-ins

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 13:31:35 -0400

From AB Ram Truck Brand and Detroit Red Wings Continue Partnership for 2012-13 Season Expanded Partnership Includes Two 100-Foot Images Welcoming Fans to Joe Louis Arena March 18, 2013 , Detroit...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Need HD battery recommendation for an 04 Grand Caravan 3.8L

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:34:42 -0400

I'm tried of needing to jump dead batteries in our 04 Grand Caravan. even new (premium?) batteries are going dead too quickly. Any input on what to look into/ buy would be appreciated. ... The post has 13 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2013 Ram Heavy Duty seeks to obliterate rivals with claimed 30,000-pound max tow rating

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 12:40:33 -0400

From AB Ram to Build Most Capable Trucks Ever Ram 3500 Heavy Duty's maximum trailer weight of 30,000 pounds far surpasses closest competitor's 23,100-pound max 850 lb.-ft. Cummins Turbo Die...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

I have a damaged belltech 2650 drop spindle,,were can i look for a used one?

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 11:06:29 -0500

All i can find are places that will sell me both side's and they are not cheap..this is for a ram 1500 2 wheel drive that has been loweredThe post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Ram 1500 to get V6 diesel engine later this year

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 17:38:35 -0500

From AB Ram to Build Industry's Only Light-duty Diesel Pickup3.0-liter V-6 EcoDiesel to deliver best-in-class fuel economy, a title already owned by the 2013 Ram 1500 -Clean diesel features low C...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2001 grand caravan sport won't start

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 19:59:46 -0500

I just replaced a cracked radiator,and had to turn key back in fourth a few times to get my caravan started not all the time but most of the time so I replaced the starter.....my radio and dash light...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Ram establishes new commercial truck division

Sun, 16 Dec 2012 12:55:23 -0500

From AB Ram Truck Launches New Ram Commercial Truck Division -Ram Commercial offers full line of industrial-strength trucks built for workers and businesses to provide maximum capability and producti...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Cummins builds 2-millionth diesel for Ram

Sat, 15 Dec 2012 12:54:09 -0500

From AB CUMMINS BUILDS TWO-MILLIONTH RAM DIESEL FOR CHRYSLER GROUP Milestone engine destined for display Ram-Cummins partnership spans four decades Capability of current High-Output Cummins engine mo...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

1995 Caravan dash

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 15:50:19 -0500

I need to get at the radio in a 1995 caravan. There is a large piece of trin surrounding the radio and extending over to the instrument cluster. Does this just pop off or is there a special tool ...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

2004 ram 1500 codes 132 and 152 for o2 sensors. How hard to replace?

Wed, 28 Nov 2012 22:13:55 -0500

Getting two codes. bank 1 sensor 1 high output, bank 2 sensor 1 high output.. Wondering how expensive these sensors are and how hard to replace? 2004 Dodge ram 1500 with 5.7hemi... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

The front seat on my 2001 Galant is shifted back on the right side.

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 21:15:32 -0500

I don't know if something broke or came loose but the front seat is shifted back on the right side, any suggestions how to repair or troubleshoot this problem. Is a bit uncomfortable not having a fl...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

1999 Ram 1500 front spring perches

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 11:56:10 -0500

Got a '99 Ram 1500 pickup with the front axle spring perches rotting off. Anybody know if replacements are available without having to buy a whole axle? Thanks. -- So long and thanks for all the...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

A soltion -- 04 and 06 Mini van (3.3 and 3.8L) engine noise problem

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:04:10 -0500

Been fighting with a noise problem on two vans for 5 or 6 weeks. Sounds like any number of bearing problems but in the end the problem was the drive shaft on the alternators was slightly bent. Easy ...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Dodge 2500 Hemi Oil Pressure Sender

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 07:46:00 -0400

Book says special socket required, any details or has anyone done one of these? I've got that classic zero oil pressure on start-up, shut down and oil pressure is OK. Always has oil pressure just d...... The post has 7 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2013 Ram 1500 earns Truck of Texas honors

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:20:30 -0400

From AB 2013 Ram 1500 earns 'Truck of Texas' honors The TAWA nation has spoken. Ram, Jeep and Buick grabbed the top honors at the 20th annual Texas Auto Writers Association Truck Rodeo. The 'Truck of...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Convert 2009 start switch to pushbutton/keyless?

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 15:40:25 -0400

Anyone know if its possible? 2011 removable pushbutton seems like an extension of the 2009, adding wireless proximity key.The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Radio Nav swap possible? 2009-->2011-12

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 15:37:31 -0400

Anyone know if it's possible or how easy it would be to swap a newer radio NAV unit into a 2009 RAM? The newer units have Garmin NAV and better bluetooth.The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

96 Dodge 3500 Van - Intermittent Starting Problem

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 15:22:53 -0400

I have a 1996 Dodge 3500 Van, V-8. The van is in good shape, runs and starts and fine most of the time. However, occasionally the engine will turn over but not attempt to fire regardless how long you...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Chrysler launcehes New Dodge Ram

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 18:33:37 -0400

From AB New Ram Truck Brand Advertising Demonstrates 'Moving Heaven and Earth' Power Behind Technologies in 2013 Ram 1500 'Moving Heaven and Earth' campaign showcases state-of-the-art features only o...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

'06 Dodge Caravan (6 cly small engine) loss of breaks - peddle all the way to the floor

Sun, 07 Oct 2012 15:51:20 -0400

'06 Dodge Caravan (6 cyl small engine % 100K) loss of breaks - peddle all the way to the floor. Pumping did not good. One time occurrence, no idea of the cause unable to duplicate no matter what we ...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Bakflip G2 Tonneau Cover

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 13:33:53 -0400

The Bakflip G2 Tonneau Cover is a hard folding tonneau cover that is unlike= most folding tonneau covers on the market. It folds all the way to the cab= ck and you haul larger type cargo it is necce...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

2003 Ram 2500 starting problem

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 11:27:59 -0400

2003 Dodge Ram 2500, 5.7L Hemi. Two weeks ago truck would not start. All electrical dead. Not even the key fob worked. (Was a bitch as the wife and boy were picking me up from a 3-day stay in the hos...... The post has 9 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Need source for an upstream (bank 1?) O2 sensor for a 04 Dodge Caravan (3.8L)

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 14:56:35 -0400

Need source for an upstream (bank 1?) O2 sensor for a 04 Dodge Caravan (3.8L) The problem seems to be that this year and only this year model needs a heater resistor with a cold range of 2.1 to 2.7 ...... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

What is this button on a key for?

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 18:06:25 -0400

I recently purchased a 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 HEMI that had been repossessed. The seller only had one key for it but made arrangements with the local Dodge dealer to get another one made for me. This ...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

OEM Dodge Truck and Chrysler Parts Catalogs for Sale

Sun, 17 Jun 2012 11:38:30 -0400

I have the following OEM Dodge Truck and Chrysler parts catalogs for sale. Drop me a line with any interest via e-mail. Thanks. CHRYSLER97CHEROKEEJul-96 CHRYSLER97CHEROKEEJul-96 CHRYSLER97CIR...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Voyager problem--need super sleuth

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 17:38:50 -0400

98 Voyager minivan 3.0L 6 cyl auto trans(4 speed) no ABS 75000mi Bought this van new in 98--truly a Sunday go to meeting car. About 1 1/2 yrs. ago started noticing a vibration in brake pedal upo...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2006 Dakota electrical issue

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 13:05:09 -0400

I noticed my flasher working overtime and assumed it to be a burned bulb, it wasn't blown. Then the majority of my instrument panel lit up and has stayed that was since. There has been a recall in ...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Error Codes

Thu, 31 May 2012 16:14:12 -0400

Friends, I have a 1996, Ram PU; 1/2 ton; V8; 5.9L. Today I got three error codes. I know what they mean but don't know how the three could be related. They are P0132 O2 high volt; P0711Tranny flui...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Ram celebrates Texas with special 10th anniversary Lone Star edition

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 03:55:07 -0400

From AB Ram 1500 Lone Star Celebrates Texas-big 10th Anniversary - Special edition commemorates first Texas-exclusive truck - Lone Star model is top-selling Ram in Texas - Commemorative logos and bad...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Raining so NATURALLY the wipers quit. ('90 Dakota)

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 18:16:02 -0400

'90 2WD, 2.5L 4cyl - Wipers quit but washer still works so not a fuse as they are on the same one. No sound from wiper motor so linkage/pivot arm not the likely culprit. I figured it was wiper moto...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Need advice about shocks

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 20:03:08 -0500

Hope there's still someone out there. The Dak's shocks are shot again - time for new ones. Looking for decent but not super-expensive shocks for road use but that will be OK for occasional off roa...... The post has 8 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

gear ratio after tire swap

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 12:17:03 -0500

my '01 cummins powered 2500 is currently running 32 tires on the original 3.54 gear ratio. even with the mods i find the performance to be a bit lackluster due to the gear ratio. im preparing to upg...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

alternator belt problem on '90 Dakota

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 07:31:59 -0500

This NG has been helpful before (MUCH appreciated) so I thought I'd give a holler. 1990 Dakota, rear wheel drive, 2.5L 4cyl, five speed, w/AC died and would not crank. Replaced battery and it fired...... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

'01 3500 giving me fits!

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 19:23:01 -0500

i bought this truck used, it was a county fleet truck. it seemed to run really weak; it wouldnt break traction on dirt when it was only a cab and chassis. i took it to my dodge dealer who claimed t...... The post has 10 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

FREE (after $26 rebate) 5 Qts 5W-30 Full Synthetic Green Motor Oil

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:23:21 -0500

Save the Earth - Sacrifice Nothing Grown in the USA! Pretty Green NASCAR Camry with Soybeans! http://www.getg.com/campaigns/request.php?cID=getg120214 ... The post has 19 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

09 ram 5.7 hemi sounds

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:10:54 -0500

i got a 09 ram with the 5.7 hemi and it seems to be making a rather loud ticking sound and im not sure if it is normal since it is more noticable than when i bought the truck. i got it new with 2 mil...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

crickets

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:51:51 -0500

I'm sad, this group seems to have died. Hope everyone who used to hang out here is doing well... The Dak has surpassed 100k miles and is still running well, and still makes random unidentified noi...... The post has 32 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

1929 : Chrysler is Time magazine's Man of the Year

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 20:21:35 -0500

1929 : Chrysler is Time magazine's Man of the Year http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/chrysler-is-time-magazines-man-of-the-year JAMThe post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

hearter

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 06:52:55 -0500

my heater bows cold air I replaced the heater coil and thermostat but sill it didn't help any one know what to do ... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

1999 Durango Differential

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 17:54:36 -0500

I have a 99 Durango with about 104K miles. There has been a noise from the rear end for some time and the Dealer thinks something is going in in the rear end. but will need to tear the diff apart to ...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

G238 Transmission woes

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:05:38 -0500

So I have a 2006 Dakota 4x4 and on the way home from a Xmas party Saturday night, my designated driver says 'hmm, it won't stay in 6th gear' And she was right, first either. I thought it was the cl...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

99 dodge ram 360 engine

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 23:03:26 -0500

I am having a problem with this truck , will not idle when cold, I thought i would clean the throttle body and idle valve, is this the right approach??... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Been outta here for a while

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 21:18:27 -0500

Whatever became of Roy?- loved the guy's caustic wit and common sense.... The post has 18 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Differential noise

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 18:58:30 -0500

2000 Dodge Dakota QC 4wd 4.7 auto LS Diff. 110,000 miles. The LS diff. was replaced several years ago when parts of the clutches were found laying in the housing during a routine lube change. The Di...... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

'02 Ram 2500 Dash cracking

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 10:31:14 -0500

Anyone else here have a problem with the dashboard cracking and breaking up into good sized puzzle pieces? The plastic (or is it clay) is almost 1/4 thick and is starting to break into multiple pie...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

07 Dodge Dakota intermittent engins stumble

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 09:07:34 -0500

3.7 engine Occasionally, when driving at a constant speed, there will be a split second loss of power (stumble) then continues on as if nothing has happened. Plugs have been changed (was happening...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

99 Durango - No fire

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 21:46:33 -0400

My '99 Durango 4WD 5.2 is getting no fire. With the key in the on position, there is no voltage at the coil input terminal. Swapped out the ASD relay with a known good one and checked the fuse. ...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Need Dakota detectives

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 11:26:14 -0400

Ok folks heres the problem: 02 Dakota V6 4x4 70,000 mi. No check engine light and no codes when keyed on/off 3 times. Truck would not start this AM. Hasn't run in about a week. Weather is gett...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here