New to me 2007 3500 DRW

[carlw32]

Just purchased a new to me 2007 Dodge 3500 DRW SLT 6spd manual 4x4 with 165K on the clock. Really excited to tow with it will be a huge improvement over my 99 2500 V10 in MPG and towing. Here is the truck.http://www.ebay.com/itm/131028238604?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649
Any you have this particular truck and what do you think?

[C_Schomer]

I hope it's had good care and nothing is wrong with it. You're going to flip out if you've never towed with a late model diesel before! Craig

[carlw32]

I will check that out forgot to ask the dealer about that. I will defiantly replace that cover AS I do not want dust or water getting in there. Not that we get much rain here in El Paso. The truck will be delivered this morning I was going to fly up and drive it back but it cost me a little less to ship it then fly up to DFW and drive back.

[45Ricochet]

That TIPM trouble usually has to do with faults in added on electrical systems such as a a faulty 7 pin wiring, TC connection or changing OEM bulbs or devices.
I agree in that it's not perfect by any stretch :W and very expensive to replace. Just be careful what you plug into and make sure it's wired correctly to avoid a replacement TIPM.

[jmckelvy]

Perrysburg Dodgeboy wrote:

jmckelvy wrote:
Looks good! I would suggest getting a cover for the TIPM (power box under the hood). You really don't want water and dirt getting in there.

I would think with 160,000+ on the clock if that was going to be a problem it would have happened a long time ago don't you?

Depends on how long it has been missing. What makes you think it has been missing since day one?

[Perrysburg_Dodg]

jmckelvy wrote:
Looks good! I would suggest getting a cover for the TIPM (power box under the hood). You really don't want water and dirt getting in there.

I would think with 160,000+ on the clock if that was going to be a problem it would have happened a long time ago don't you?

[catfishmontana]

Congrats, nice Ram

[jmckelvy]

Looks good! I would suggest getting a cover for the TIPM (power box under the hood). You really don't want water and dirt getting in there.

[Dog_Folks]

carlw32 wrote:
We'll ST or SLT either way book is 24 for SLT and 23 for ST I got it for 19. My bank ran the VIN to get the value and said it was booking for 24. I am happy I don't want tab power locks and window and carpet better that way less******to break and floors are better with the dogs and mud and dirt clean up. I am happy.

That YOU are happy is the only thing that is really important.

[Me_Again]

I lived without electric door locks on my 2001.5 for 5 or 6 years, and finally fixed that for 50 bucks for an aftermarket kit. I included a starter cut out when locked with the key fob. Easy to wire to the clutch pedal switch circuit even on an auto like mine.

Chris

[FishOnOne]

Very nice... My BIL bought a 07 RAM off the net and flew to Arizona from Texas to pick it up and drove it back.

[carlw32]

Me Again wrote:
Throw an exhaust brake on it and head out! Chris

Exhaust brake was in the future plans for the Ram.

[carlw32]

Perrysburg Dodgeboy wrote:
Carl glad you got a good deal on your truck. Hope you didn't think I was arguing about what model it was. I could do without the carpet but I do like power windows, seats and locks.

Don

No did not think you were arguing. I have not had good luck with power windows and locks so for me I would rather do without them.

[Perrysburg_Dodg]

Carl glad you got a good deal on your truck. Hope you didn't think I was arguing about what model it was. I could do without the carpet but I do like power windows, seats and locks.

Don

[Me_Again]

Throw an exhaust brake on it and head out! Chris