84Toyota4x4
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So, my girlfriends Dad has a 1998 1500 SLT quad cab that he bought brand new. This is the truck I use to haul stuff around, they use to get hay and grain for the horses, and Ive towed a car trailer with it a few times. It does it, just not very happily IMO.
Anyway, they're looking at getting a horse trailer, and I suggested that for the weight of multiple horses (two at the most), hay, tack, etc that they should seriously look into a Diesel and or at least a 3/4 ton. Her Dad doesn't really have a problem with it, so Ive been looking around for a similar truck, but in a diesel. Thus we come across my questions.
Im wondering if the Diesel transmissions die like the gas Dodges are known for (her Dads already went through one). Id prefer a manual, but her Dad wants the auto. If the autos dont have that problem, do they have any common problems? Easy fixes? Good preventative maintenance upgrade ideas?
Also, Ive read about the KDP, and the 5th nut (obviously wouldnt apply to the auto), but are there any other major problems to watch out for and try and find a truck that has had them taken care of already?
Id like to find something for them thats tuned up just a little (simply for the supposed fuel economy increases), but they dont need anything crazy obviously. What would be some basic things to look for in a mildly tuned up truck? Something with intake, exhaust, fuel, what? Which one or combination would give you the best economy/power without going nuts?
Im basically trying to find a 2nd gen 2500 12 Valve Diesel Auto 4x4 Quad Cab Short Box. Is this even a possible configuration? If so, what years should I be looking for?
So, theres my newbie CTD post. Maybe it would be nice if there was a Dodge CTD FAQ somewhere. I looked around NWBombers a little, but didnt see anything. Ive been Google searching, but knowing who and where to buy and learn from is just like anything else, you gotta get into the sport to know that you buy lifts from Marlin, not Superlift - if that makes any sense. Attempt to be nice please :awesomework:
~T.J.
Anyway, they're looking at getting a horse trailer, and I suggested that for the weight of multiple horses (two at the most), hay, tack, etc that they should seriously look into a Diesel and or at least a 3/4 ton. Her Dad doesn't really have a problem with it, so Ive been looking around for a similar truck, but in a diesel. Thus we come across my questions.
Im wondering if the Diesel transmissions die like the gas Dodges are known for (her Dads already went through one). Id prefer a manual, but her Dad wants the auto. If the autos dont have that problem, do they have any common problems? Easy fixes? Good preventative maintenance upgrade ideas?
Also, Ive read about the KDP, and the 5th nut (obviously wouldnt apply to the auto), but are there any other major problems to watch out for and try and find a truck that has had them taken care of already?
Id like to find something for them thats tuned up just a little (simply for the supposed fuel economy increases), but they dont need anything crazy obviously. What would be some basic things to look for in a mildly tuned up truck? Something with intake, exhaust, fuel, what? Which one or combination would give you the best economy/power without going nuts?
Im basically trying to find a 2nd gen 2500 12 Valve Diesel Auto 4x4 Quad Cab Short Box. Is this even a possible configuration? If so, what years should I be looking for?
So, theres my newbie CTD post. Maybe it would be nice if there was a Dodge CTD FAQ somewhere. I looked around NWBombers a little, but didnt see anything. Ive been Google searching, but knowing who and where to buy and learn from is just like anything else, you gotta get into the sport to know that you buy lifts from Marlin, not Superlift - if that makes any sense. Attempt to be nice please :awesomework:
~T.J.
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