Truck Repair - DIY
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May 23, 2024
Very often the issues that come up with our truck’s DEF systems can be traced back to a clogged or otherwise malfunctioning DEF injector.
When you start your truck to see the dashboard message “Service DEF System See Dealer”, you’re suddenly wondering if you’re in for it… Maybe not. Read on so you’ll know in advance (and can skip the panic!) ...
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May 02, 2023If you own a 2013 or newer Ram and start your truck to discover a new message on your EVIC: "Service DEF System See Dealer", you'll think, “Well, what I am in for now?” See how this panned out for our own Brandon Parks... Reading this may possibly save you some worry, and even, a lot of money.
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January 31, 2023If the water-in-fuel light comes on, the first thing to do is to stop driving the truck. Repeat, STOP driving the truck.
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January 30, 2023How to determine if you need a new seat motor, and if so, which one needs replacing?
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January 13, 20231st Gen Industries is singularly focused on parts and accessories for 1989-1993 Dodge Ram Cummins trucks. Read on to learn more about this company and you’ll see why we’re happy to be able to offer their high quality products for your First Gen Dodge.
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January 01, 2023You have your preferred parts cleaner. Hopefully it’s not gasoline.
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January 26, 2021
We all see much discussion on the TDR web forums and in the TDR publications regarding performance/drivability issues, which are often traced to a low pressure fuel delivery problem. Although the narrative that follows is specific to the 12-valve Turbo Diesel trucks, model year ’94 to early ‘98 (pre 24-valve engine), the discussion on the components from the fuel tank (float and sending unit) to the fuel transfer pump apply to all Second Generation trucks.
The term low pressure fuel delivery system covers the components from the fuel tank up to the truck’s fuel injection pump and from the injection pump back to the fuel tank. Common problems that will be discussed:
- Fuel level sending unit
- Fuel heating element
- Fuel transfer pump
- Overflow valve
- Fuel return line
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July 09, 2020
Are the summer months in your truck spent with the old-school “2-60” air conditioning (two windows down at 60mph)? A properly operating HVAC system provides comfort and safety. The pages of many prior issues of the Turbo Diesel Register magazines have been devoted to the removal of the instrument panel to replace a leaky air conditioning evaporator core (‘98-‘02), leaking heater core, flimsy blend air doors (‘03-current), etc. And you'll find some of the A/C parts for the DIY-er at Geno's Garage.
Instead of covering “how to change a part,” let’s discuss the theory of the system’s operation and some real world technical tips not found in your factory service manual.
