2004 Dodge Ram high mileage 24V vs 1998 12V
After talking to a few friends who own newer Ram 3500 and since I am wanting to save money on my TV, they suggested looking into a 1998-2001 12V Cummins as opposed to a later model 24V. I am lookin...
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rhagfo wrote:
Well your are talking a Cummins engine, I bought mine with 234,000 miles and currently have 260,000 still pulling strong with an 11,000# 5er in tow.
I have done some maintenance and upgrades, but the engine has been fine, uses less than a quart of oil in a 10,000 oil change interval.
Worry more about the condition of the truck, body and interior, the engine will likely be fine, diesels are made to work.
Both are mechanically sound and leather interior that does not show their age...
I have to go back and check. But the 2004 already has several engine upgrades I was planning to do to the 98.
