r/DodgeRam

Just bought my new-to-me truck with 152,000 km. It has no mechanical problems, and I had it pre-inspected by a shop before buying it. A buddy recommended doing an MDS/AFM delete. What are my best options here, what should I lean toward, and what should I avoid?

I'm working on my girlfriends 03 ram1500 4.7 with the 4 speed auto. 271K miles on the chassis (including the cats) but it's got a fairly new engine and brand new trans. The engine runs great, really smooth at idle, doesn't throw any codes. When in drive it loses power as engine rpm increases, and can't get past 3500rpm, in neutral it revs up to redline seemingly as it should. I noticed that the bank 2 long term fuel trim was maxed at -7% on my code reader data stream, which I believe would be leaned out? I hooked up a vacuum gauge and it pulled a good vacuum at idle, and sustained a vacuum at any rpm in neutral, I tried putting it in gear and it kept a vacuum until I stood on the brakes and revved the engine up to 1500rpm ish (putting a heavy load on the engine) and then it not only lost vacuum pressure but it built up positive pressure in the intake. To me, that means there's likely an exhaust restriction that is only presenting itself when there is a load on the engine, but before I have my girlfriend spend all the money on new cats I want to be sure, so I'm asking for advice. Does anybody have any other ideas of things that could be causing that specific problem set, or any thoughts on whether or not the engine building positive pressure in the intake when under load but not in neutral could be caused by bad cats?

Any advice or thoughts or $.02 is appreciated.

So a little backstory...about 2 years ago I picked up a 2nd gen Ram for a steal. 2001 1500 SLT, 5.9, 2WD, quad cab. Just wanted a new project to piddle around with in my free time. Mechanically all it needed was a flexplate and torque converter. Went through the motor and trans and both check out. Runs strong. Cosmetics are another story. Headliner...gone. Dash..virtually non existent (arent they all on the 2nd gens). Cab corners...laughable.

The first 6 months I had it was just spent going through the truck and confirming what or what I didnt have to work with. Around that time I took a promotion at work and no longer had the time to do anything with the truck. Its been just sitting in my driveway, looking sad and begging for some attention.

I currently have a newer Duramax Sierra for my towing needs, a lifted 3rd gen 4Runner for when I need to get muddy, and a C7 Corvette. The Vette and Sierra share DD duties.

Ive always loved the look and styling of the 2nd gen Rams. My first was a single cab v10, followed by a 4wd Cummins. I finally have the time to put some time into the project it was always supposed to be. My question, and the reason for the post, is this...what do I do with the Ram? Pre-runner, street truck, figure out how to AWD TrackHawk swap it and just embarrass the kids on the strip? All these things have run through my mind.

Im less concerned about whether its legal to run on the street or not, as I have plenty of options for daily/street use. Im also not too concerned with any cost involved. I dont have an unlimited budget, but Ive built plenty of vehicles over the years and Im well aware of what it cost to start any new project. I can handle my own finances.

And before anyone says "sell it and buy...", I have no desire to get rid of it.

So I’ve got a 99 1500 with a 5.9 360 oil pressure light came on about a month ago so I did the sensor still came on so I did the oil pump and it’s still doing the same thing having low pressure at idle and even when I’m driving it’s not as high as it should be I put a mechanical gauge to see if maybe the gauge cluster was bad and sure enough I’ve got actually low pressure last night it was 6 at hot idle and only 20 while driving idk what it could be and need some advice

I’m buying hood from seller will it fit in back seat of my charger to import?

Looking for what honest feedback long-term Ram owners would give to their family and friends. I’m searching 2009-2018 Rams, and maybe even some 2019 and newer depending on price. Likely getting a truck with 80k - 115k miles.

I’m a Toyota guy. They’ve always done me really good and no major issues. I’m wondering what to expect with a Ram such as:

Long-term reliability?
What to watch out for?
Certain years to prefer?
Do you recommend it?

Thanks in advance

hello everyone so me and my grandpa want to do a engine swap on his truck. it would be a normal base model (sorry if some of info is not very clear please comment for any questions or ideas.) but i wanted to know if would be possible to put the viper engine into the truck and if the viper and the srt10 truck use the exact same engine. please let me know if you have any questions

I have a 2000 dodge ram van 3500 5.9L. For the past 8 months or so I’ve had the same issue which is my van stalls usually in idle. It’s throwing a P0505 error idle control system but I’ve replace the valve and done so many other things and repairs. Too many to put for people to read. ANYWAY no shop can tell me what’s wrong with it. I NEED help please I’m on my last leg of hope. Thanks. Ask me any questions you need for me to help figure it out.

This is the brand I keep hearing about people using but open to suggestions and opinions about other brands. I’m thinking of just doing the level for my ram, raise the front up 2 inches. Is it worth getting the rears done too or just the fronts? Thanks.

I have a 99 Ram 1500 RWD. I've seen steering swaps for 4WD. Has anybody seen any swaps/upgrades for RWD?