I AM IMPRESSED

   / I AM IMPRESSED #41  
My '03 has a few years left in it; and I can wait for the engineers to get back on track with newer diesel designs that will allow consistent, 20+mpg highway mileage (once again..).

AKfish

I've got two 96 Dodge Cummins 2500s; 1 an automatic with the DTT tranny (160K miles) and the other a 5 speed (91K miles). Both get slightly better than 20mpg unloaded, 17mpg towing heavy.

I also plan to wait for better mileage out of the new diesel truck(s), probably for the rest of my life. I don't think I'll ever wear out these Dodge Cummins.
 
   / I AM IMPRESSED #42  
I also plan to wait for better mileage out of the new diesel truck(s), probably for the rest of my life. I don't think I'll ever wear out these Dodge Cummins.

Good rigs! Only one of 'em even close to 1/2 way to replacement...

I'm waitin' on the major Auto manufacturers to be "reorganized". Then I'll be able to buy a Cummins powered, Allison 6sp tranny, KingRanch Crew Cab body and running gear -- new, 2012 truck! :D :D

AKfish
 
   / I AM IMPRESSED #43  
Good rigs! Only one of 'em even close to 1/2 way to replacement...
AKfish

I've driven the 96 auto twice up to Alaska and all around the state incl. up to the Slope. Never had a problem, but it was during May through September both times so the weather wasn't too bad.
 
   / I AM IMPRESSED #44  
Seems like the key to survival for the automatics in the Cummins powered Dodges is to not modify the engine for more power.

I've known a lot of guys who have been through 3-6 transmissions if they're even slightly modified.

I want a factory exhaust brake, so a 6.7L may be in my driveway for my next truck if GM doesn't offer one the next time around.
 
   / I AM IMPRESSED #45  
Seems like the key to survival for the automatics in the Cummins powered Dodges is to not modify the engine for more power.

I've known a lot of guys who have been through 3-6 transmissions if they're even slightly modified.

There are 3 or 4 after market tranny guru specialists for the Dodge transmission who build a really excellent transmission... torque convertor, valve body and clutches. These trannys can hold a lot of torque.
 
   / I AM IMPRESSED #46  
There are 3 or 4 after market tranny guru specialists for the Dodge transmission who build a really excellent transmission... torque convertor, valve body and clutches. These trannys can hold a lot of torque.

When I added power to some of my Ford diesels, i used to buy aftermarket transmissions from BTS. I remember Suncoast being another dealer. My Ford diesel truck transmissions couldn't hold 20 extra HP without slipping. :(
 
   / I AM IMPRESSED #47  
I picked up a 2500 4X4 diesel last month with the 6spd auto. Power will never be an issue again. Check out www.cumminsforums.com for the scoop on mods, performance upgrades, etc... Pretty informative.
 

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