New Owner!
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New Owner!
Hey everyone,
I just purchased a 2002 Ram 2500 with a 5 Speed! I've been on here alot and while I cannot do any performance mods, (yet) the truck is completely stock and only has 80,000 miles! I'll be increasing the performance a little later on, but I'd like to get any basic maintenance covered first!
I just purchased the following:
FLEETGUARD LF3894 oil filter
FLEETGUARD AF25541 air filter
FLEETGUARD FS19855 fuel filter
I plan on using Rotella synthetic to do an oil change this weekend along with all the basic maintenance.
Is there anything else I should check/look at? I've been reading about the VP44 problems, and while the truck only has 80k on it, I want to be safe, so I'm wondering what the best course of action should be.
Thanks in advance!
I just purchased a 2002 Ram 2500 with a 5 Speed! I've been on here alot and while I cannot do any performance mods, (yet) the truck is completely stock and only has 80,000 miles! I'll be increasing the performance a little later on, but I'd like to get any basic maintenance covered first!
I just purchased the following:
FLEETGUARD LF3894 oil filter
FLEETGUARD AF25541 air filter
FLEETGUARD FS19855 fuel filter
I plan on using Rotella synthetic to do an oil change this weekend along with all the basic maintenance.
Is there anything else I should check/look at? I've been reading about the VP44 problems, and while the truck only has 80k on it, I want to be safe, so I'm wondering what the best course of action should be.
Thanks in advance!
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The torque from a chip can make a stock clutch slip. Although a stock clutch can last a while if treated properly, it's good insurance to stay on the road and out of the shop unplanned.
I agree with a lift pump upgrade, even if you don't have plans of turning up the power. $500 now will save $1000+ down the road.
I agree with a lift pump upgrade, even if you don't have plans of turning up the power. $500 now will save $1000+ down the road.
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The more ive read on the lift pumps, the more I want to get something better than the FASS DDRP pump. What would te next best pump be? And should consider a relocation kit? I agree spending money now is much better than a new vp44 however I need to be as cost effective as I can. When I do start upgrading I don't expect to be going crazy, I'll probably so an intake, exhaust, edge and an elbow to start.
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