45Ricochet wrote:
Me Again wrote:
Dashboard cracks is a great argument why Dodges are a POS! I guess when my cracks I should junk it rather than spend a few hundred for a new dash. But in twelve and a half years I see no sign off cracks.
Next problem! Chris
Lets discuss "Block 53" for Larry or the early version of the VP 44 pump way back in 2001. Didn't mean to interrupt your " I Love Lucy " shows Larry :W
Let's discuss, Cummins replaced many of the cracked 53 blocks, and gave assistance to many after normal warranty period.
VP$$, issues were more poor lift pump design, and low primary pressure, upgraded Lift Pump prevents most failures, you still didn't blow an engine, and even dealer repair was only about $3,000. If you can turn a wrench, a good rebuilt IP can be purchased for about $1,000.
The real issue with the Ram pickup, I need to shell out about $165 to have the drives seat cushion and cloth side panel replaced, at a measly 268,000 miles, still in better shape than my old Ford F250 at 148,000 miles. Maybe I should file a claim with Chrysler for defective materials! :B
