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| 1994 dodge ram 1500 | 3/29/2009 | Ryan Van Leuven |
Q: im also wanting to do a engine swap in my 1994 dodge ram 1500 4x4 i want to swap from a 360 to a ...
A: As for a Hemi swap, you have two main expenses. The Engine and the harness. You may be better off to ...
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| 93 dodge w150 | 3/29/2009 | Ryan Van Leuven |
Q: I have a 93 dodge w 150 w/ 318 auto w/ 135,000 miles on it. my problem is that when I run it about ...
A: I have seen a problem like this before, but for the life of me cannot remember the cause. I am ...
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| Side Exit Exhaust 09 Chally SE V6 | 3/29/2009 | Ryan Van Leuven |
Q: thought on Stainless Works side exit exhaust? A forum states 50 state legal, they say no drone... ...
A: Being a new car, it's hard to predict everything, but if you go with a direct fit exhaust, like ...
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| man4210@juno.com | 3/29/2009 | Ryan Van Leuven |
Q: i have a 97 dodge ram that would not connect for state insp.the check engine light is not on.any ...
A: I have had similar problems while trying to read codes. The best source to remedy this problem, ...
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| Engine and tranny swap | 3/29/2009 | Ryan Van Leuven |
Q: I have a 1996 dodge ram 1500. It is 2 wheel drive, automatic trans, and a 5.2 v8 fuel injected. I ...
A: This is what I pretty much tell everyone, who is looking to perform a difficult swap like this. Just ...
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| 1996 dodge 1500 auto transmission | 3/28/2009 | Ryan Van Leuven |
Q: While driving on the highway, it will shift from overdrive to 3rd or 2nd gear. Sometimes it will do ...
A: When this happens, is it quick between the shifts? Next time it is doing it, try holding your foot ...
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| dodge pick up starting issues | 3/28/2009 | Ryan Van Leuven |
Q: i did a tune up cause it was starting to miss and now that i put it alltogether and finished new ...
A: Well, it could be the ecm, also could be the throttle position sensor, or a number of other sensors, ...
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| 1999 dodge grand caravan alternator | 3/28/2009 | Ryan Van Leuven |
Q: I'm looking to replace the drive belt tensioner on my 1999 dodge grand caravan, 3.3 litre engine, ...
A: I have never done one of these myself but I have heard the easiest way to remove the alternator is ...
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| dodge pick up starting issues | 3/28/2009 | Ryan Van Leuven |
Q: i did a tune up cause it was starting to miss and now that i put it alltogether and finished new ...
A: Make sure the cap is in the correct position, not turned at all. Make sure rotor is seated properly. ...
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| parking brake | 3/26/2009 | Ryan Van Leuven |
Q: I have a 2002 Dodge ram 3500 diesel, 6 speed with manual transmission and it is a dually. I have ...
A: Raise the rear of the vehicle. Chock the front tires. Put it in neutral. You should have a little ...
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| 2001 DODGE 2500 REAR HUB REMOVAL | 3/26/2009 | Ryan Van Leuven |
Q: IS THIS A PRESS FIT AND IF IT IS WHAT PULLER WOULD I NEED TO REMOVE IT IT IS A DINA 60 REAR POSI ...
A: The axleshaft should slide right out if it is a non C-clip axle. If it is a c-clip style, you have ...
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| side door | 3/26/2009 | Ryan Van Leuven |
Q: 1995 dodge caravan Le side door has mind of its own. will open if it wants too but only if cars on ...
A: A couple things to check. First, make sure the child lock is not on. The switch is located on the ...
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| Pain in the butt | 3/26/2009 | Ryan Van Leuven |
Q: I have a 1998 dodge Dakota 2.5 liter, I was down shifting and in mid shift i heard a pop from inside ...
A: Did you make sure the rod connecting the pedal to the master cylinder didn't break? Also, the ...
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| 98 dodge ram 1500 4wd grinding noise is front end | 3/25/2009 | Ryan Van Leuven |
Q: When i go in a right turn, I hear a grinding noise on the passenger side. I took off the rotor and ...
A: Without seeing it I would have to say your wheelbearing/hub assembly is bad, allowing enough play ...
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| Tie rod ends | 3/24/2009 | Ryan Van Leuven |
Q: Do I need any special tools to replace the outer tie rod ends on my '02 Dodge Durango. And How much ...
A: They make special tools for it, but you really don't need any special tools, except a big pipe ...
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| brake lights | 10/24/2006 | ben daniels |
Q: my brake lights are staying on,is there a quick fix or how do i fix it.
A: the brake light sensor under the pedal may be stuck so check that the sensor may also be on the ...
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| Oil Pressure/Sensor | 9/12/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: Sorry I didn't put all that information in the first question I am in Alaska and the seasons are a ...
A: Ok, well that is pretty damn cold. lol. I'm thinking it is possible that your oil pressure switch is ...
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| 1991 Dodge Sprit Steering colume and Shifter | 9/11/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: I have a 1991 dodge sprit that will not shift properly from the colume .It does not lock in to gear ...
A: Self adjusting clutch? Or cable manual adjust? It doesn't sound like the clutch is completely ...
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| repair/replacement heater core | 9/11/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: Is it necessary to pull/replace the AC dryer and "O" ring? when replaceing/repairing the heater ...
A: Well if you are diagnosing the heater core, the evaporator core does not get touched. They are two ...
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| repair/replacement heater core | 9/10/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: 1995 Dodge Dakota Sports V6,automatic,AC, no PW, non working cruise control. There was a puddle of ...
A: Is it water or engine coolant (antifreeze) that is leaking? If it is water, it may be the A/C ...
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| Oil Pressure/Sensor | 9/9/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: I recently purchased an 87 Dodge Dakota, on my way home I noticed as I slowed down my oil pressure ...
A: Hmmm...What weight oil are you using? What kind of climate temperature are you located in? How many ...
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| Ram 1500 won't start | 9/9/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: I have a 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 ( 318 / 5.2 ) yesterday i drove it about 15 miles and shut it off. I ...
A: So the coolant sensor wasn't in at all? And yes, the coolant sensor assists the ECM (Engine Computer ...
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| Ram 1500 won't start | 9/9/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: I have a 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 ( 318 / 5.2 ) yesterday i drove it about 15 miles and shut it off. I ...
A: Have the fuel pressure checked. By hooking up an in like gauge or removing the "sending" fuel like ...
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| 93 Jeep GC problems | 9/9/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: I own a 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4x4 with the 318 5.2L engine. Since this is basically Dodge, ...
A: I helped my g/f out once with her jeep transmission and damn what a bitch. A couple of possible ...
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| 5.9 DISEL ENGINE | 9/8/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: I AM HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MY DISEL ENGINE. CAN YOU OR CAN YOU REFER ME TO SOMEONE WHO IS AN EXPERT ...
A: I'm going to make an assumption that it is a turbo diesel. When it's warm I'm assuming the power is ...
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| blowing fuses | 9/8/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: I have a 98 Neon, I've had very few problems with it. It will not crank it is blowing the fuel pump ...
A: Is it a factory fuel pump, or has it been replaced with a remanufactured or aftermarket, say ...
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| Fuel pump chrsyler town and country | 9/8/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: My wife owns a 1996 chrysler town and country with a 3.8 v6 and today as she was driving it turned ...
A: It sounds like a.) fuel filter is clogged (need to check fuel pressure before and after the filter) ...
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| 1994 Dodge Spirit | 9/7/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: My son has a 1994 Dodge Spirit with 109,000 kms and has recently noticed that when he is driving ...
A: IS the check engine light on? If so, use the key-on-off-on-off-on method to pull any trouble codes. ...
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| 83 Dodge PU shifting problems | 9/7/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: The tranny has fluid at proper level. Will shift into reverse and into first but will not shift into ...
A: If this is a Chrysler, you do have the correct fluid right? You are using Chrysler ATF-3? Sounds ...
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| Dodge Neon Engine Hesitation | 9/7/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: I have a 2000 dodge neon with an 3-speed automatic transmission. the engine hesitates while ...
A: How do the spark plugs look? Are they gapped correctly? OK, so the engine it having touble, ...
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| 1997 dodge caravan starts then dies | 9/7/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: My neighbor has a 97 dodge caravan. It starts up fine for a few seconds then dies. None of the ...
A: Hmm..this is peculiar but I'm gonna take a stab at it. How is the connection on the Map sensor? ...
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| Hello ,
First of all excuse... | 9/6/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: First of all excuse my poor english, I'll try my best to explain the problem. I own Dodge Grand ...
A: Michael, I can only imagine the frustration. First, check to see if there is a tight connection from ...
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| HELP ME! | 9/6/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: i have a 1989 dodge truck it has 171,341 miles on it i have just got it. It was vary well taken care ...
A: It probably won't crack the block, of course make sure you use a light weight oil and make sure you ...
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| 1993 3.3 serpentine belt. | 9/6/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: How do you change the serpentine belt on a 93 fifth ave with the 3.3 engine?
A: If I remember correctly, you need a 15mm wrench. (The longer the better) And you need to release the ...
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| 97 dodge intrepid | 9/2/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: i have a 97 dodge intrepid after driving for a short time it seems as though it wants to stall(it ...
A: Does this problem occur when your foot is off the gas and your coasting? I had a similar problem in ...
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| I have a 97 dodge intrepid... | 9/1/2005 | Richard L Richard |
Q: I have a 97 dodge intrepid , 6 cyl. The air bag light stays on after I start the car,,, any idea ...
A: Jeff, have you checked the fuses? I believe this vehicle has an AirBag relay. Usually, when this ...
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| engine temperature control | 7/9/2005 | Ram Man |
Q: Ram Man, I have a 1994 Shadow ES 3.0L that has about 75K miles on her. While driving from SC to VA ...
A: Tim, If the temperature is at the first mark i wouldn't worry too much about it.The hot temperatures ...
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| RamVan 250 Transmission 1992 | 7/5/2005 | Ram Man |
Q: I have a 1992 Dodge Ram Van 250 Automatic. The trans is shifting late and hard from 1st to 2nd & 2nd ...
A: Amy, Unless you want to spend the money to have it diagnosed,go to an autoparts store and buy a can ...
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| passenger side a/c warm | 7/4/2005 | Ram Man |
Q: my 2004 ram 1500 blows cold on drivers side but warm on passenger side. sometimes its fine and then ...
A: If you have cold air on the drivers side,then it has to be that the flapper lid in the dash is not ...
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| Engine wont start | 7/2/2005 | Ram Man |
Q: I just bought a used 1994 dodge ram full size with a listed 5.2 fi engine. for the first several ...
A: When you turn the key to the on position without starting or turning the engine over,if the fuel ...
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