@@TheCrazyR1 my dad and i just bought our truck back, and the people who had it just let it fucking sit outside in PA weather. Dash has a huge crack down the middle. Shit sucks
1997 owned for 22 years..still on original fuel pump, water pump, starter, alterantor and AC. Replaced belt, hoses, fluids and filters only. I've changed the driver door window switch 3x and the driver door hinge pins need to be replaced. Been an excellent truck for me.
I also have a 1996 1500 Ram 5.2 I bought new I have never had any mechanical issues at all whatsoever my only complaint is the dashboard has crumbled into many pieces and the paint is horrid it's a standard cab with 157k in Florida weather no check engine lights nothing I want to bring her back to life cosmetically
Yes it uses to shift like that now it won't go into any gear but park and neutral. I just changed the neutral safety sensor and now I'm about to change the transmission speed sensor
Proud owner of a 1999 Dodge Ram 1500, minor repairs like water pump and alignment components, biggest repair was a new transmission at about 200k miles. Currently 245k miles, same original engine, no smoke 💨 or mechanical issues other than normal maintenance when needed. 21 yrs and still looking like a just a couple of years out of the lot.
I have 98 5.2 no ac bit it's a work truck. Dash is perfect. Never done a thing to the suspension. 1 transmission! 231k miles. Pulls 4k daily! Love my RAM 🐏
Agree with just about everything except the transmission. Just over 200k on my 2001, no real issues besides the torque converter finally getting old and slipping a bit when cold. Nice vid.
Just bought a 99 1500 2x4 and with a week of driving it the truck doesn’t want to go over 10mph. It just revs loud and doesn’t go anywhere. Any help would be appreciated
I have a 98 with 310,000 Kms.. You should have mentioned about the clear coat on the hood and other places peeling off ,l could see it on yours,same as mine.
With the HVAC system check valve I have have two questions on first is how do you know there bad and is there a specific way of or orientation of putting them on?
Got a 96 ram 1500 gen 2 reg cab 165k miles all stock no issues, it's not fast in a quick sense but it's one hell of a monster for pulling! Yeah, hell with the dash, what dash lol. Only parts that are not stock and mind you I just changed for new parts: rear drum breaks, front wheel bearing hubs, front rotors and break pads and yeah that's at 165k miles. America's longest lasting truck indeed! Oh, and I put an air horn in. Easy to work on parts are cheap cost wise, I'd recommend this truck.
I have had some of these problems but alot of the issues he's talking about are fairly trivial. I still have my 98 1500 with a automatic and 318 its rusty but trusty believe there's nothing fancy about these trucks but he is right they are work horses and they're also very practical especially to fix. Yes even the transmission issues if you ever do.
I love my 2001. bought w 142000 now have 180000. problems: ball joints and control arms replaced. two power steering pumps, water pump and two sets of hoses, A/C evaporator, transmission rebuild -- in the shop now. still it's a great truck. long bed, extended cab. Interior is good except for top of dash and it hasn't left me anywhere despite the trouble. Air bag rear suspension helpers put it my previous owner and I can haul anything.
Mine is a 1996. I've had it for almost three years now but the transmission is going out. My RPMs wanna race up to around 3,000 while my speed wants to go up only to around 40. It did that once last week when I was leaving a stop sign, and it did it like eight more times when out with my girlfriend. It's been a nice run for my first vehicle though. Don't have money to get the transmission fixed. Has a little over 285,000 miles on it
Hi. I have a 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 5.2L. For some reason I have no power when I turn the key. No lights, nothing. The other day I drove the truck around fine. Then unloaded and went to start the car. It did not start so I put jump starter and car started. The battery reads 12.4 volts from the voltmeter so I thought maybe starter is going. I changed the starter today and thought I did a good job. Then when I tried to turn on truck, then realized no power at all when I turn the key. No lights on dashboard at all. Is there a fuse or relay that I should look at? Hopefully find some answers. Thanks for any advice.
My 2000 dodge ram vans fuel pump was replaced. Problem is it still does not get gas "sometimes". It will run sometimes but then when I go to start it and it wont start for days at a time. And then it will start again. Any idea what's going on. Any insite will be greatly appreciated
The only bad issue with them, well 2 bad things, they seem gutless, and the Dash is a POS. Don’t replace the dash with OEM they will just crack against..
Is my first ram I was waiting in line to dump thrash and the temperature when up over 210 is that normal when is on parking or what’s wrong with when I drive temperature goes back down
I'm looking at one with 75k, faded paint on the front hood and fenders. He's asking $5,800 and including plow. It's a 99 reg cab Sport. What do y'all think?!
I have a weird situation with my airbag light. Comes on when cold but goes off when warmed up. Or is not on when warm outside. Obviouly a faulty wire somewhere that's effected by heat or a connector but I can't track it down. Also I and others have had issues with the cruise control. I can turn on cruise control but it slowly slips over30 seconds and doesn't maintain speed. some sort of vacuum pressure issue. I replaced the vacuum hose with no luck. Another big problem with these trucks is the seal between the two blocks fails and it slowly leaks oil.
Chad Folmar, I've kept up with the oil change, spark plugs, wires, and cap. Also rebuilt the transmission. It's falling apart inside, the plastic sucks the body and suspension. Only reason I keep it is because it's a tool now. But it can still go on a 2hr fishing trip.
They aren't slow! Torque is 2nd to none in this class of truck. The 5.2 had a more issues than the 5.9. I have a 2000 4x4 5.9 with 240,000. I have had no mechanical problems whatsoever. I did experience the HVAC vaccum lines dry rotting and breaking due to age and heat. Simple fix with the vaccum line replacement kit. The ball joint issue is from not regularly greasing them. I don't see this as problems its age and not taking care of it. Only problem legit is the trans.
Yeah they're not slow I got mine up to 110mph no repairs on motor since 96. I just need an IAC replacement and possibly a throttle body cleaning. And one day a new transmission 😂 cause at 220,000 miles something bound to happen no shit on those ball joints tho!
1999 dodge ram, will not reverse, back passenger tire will not rotate backwards even in nuetral. goes forward fine. just drove it and the tan temp light cam on. any help would be appreciated.
Have 2001 ram 2500 diesel when making left turns the engine revs like its in neutral and after turn is complete the tranny or rear end grabs again and truck is ok ever hear of this?
Someone please help. 1998 dodge ram 1500 5.2 Leiter and had to put new tensioner and belt on. Afterwards, truck started and when put in gear it died and wouldn't restart. Any suggestions
Everything that you have said is correct cuz I have one mine's a 99 Dodge Ram four-wheel drive I just got to comment about the air flapper for your vent for that heating and air conditioning I would never change the way it is because it seems like when it needs more power it will shut that off to get more power to the engine for me to actually have to pass somebody or to work a little bit harder whatever the case may be that's just my personal opinion but everything you have said is correct and 100% the truth I'm glad I'm not the only one that has problems of the situation of the vehicle that I have made my day a little bit better today thank you
I have a 2001 Ram 1500 with the V8 .My son bought it from a dealerships own truck it was only 2 yrs old. He drove it until 2 yrs ago when he bought a new Dodge and donated it to me with almost 405000 miles on it. He maintained it himself with no major Problems. I now have a over 406,000 on it. The timing belt has evidently broken as it seems I added as if it's out of time.I have added i quart since I had it. My question is how do you replace that belt .and how much of a job is it?
I currently ran into the driver's door issue. Truck likes to idle around 1500 but when put into gear it drops down to where it belongs. Still has the factory installed dash in perfect condition.
At 1:30 when he’s talking about the check valves, I need someone to tell me if my problem is those. So whenever I press the pedal down further/ faster my truck damn near goes into overdrive or something for a second, like the engine makes “vroom” sound and like shoots me forward. It’s either these check valves or the transmission, but the sound is coming from the engine so I don’t think it’s the transmission. I don’t know, let me know
1996 Dodge B3500. 1 Ton, 15 passenger van. 375,000 original miles motor&trans. Over 50% miles towing/hauling monster loads. REMOVE THE CHECK BALL IN TRANS COOLER LINE!!! REPLACE PLENUM PAN W ALUMINUM PAN. KEEP YOUR OIL CHANGED REGULARLY. My dodge doesn't give up. Good video for new owners to take a look at💪
Should I buy a 1996 it just has dents and a little play in the steering wheel? 2500 bucks seems like a deal to me but I don’t know much about trucks any advice?
Ac vents issue I have. Doesn’t bother me it’s only a few seconds. I have a 1997 SST bought it brand new. 200K miles on it. Turn the truck on put it in neutral a few seconds before driving. I have original transmission. At 150000 replaced the cooling system all of it. No sense in replacing radiator and have the water pump go bad down the road. The truck could be a dog at highway speed but not at the starting line. I bought a new 2010 Chevy, a new 2019 Ford pick ups. Chevy I gave to my son, Ford to my daughter. Turn that Dodge on sounds like a rocket, head turner. I will keep my faithful truck. Clean yours a little bit.
I’m considering buying a 1995 5.2l v8 magnum Laramie, 64000 miles, is that a good truck or not? The dash got a small crack, but I didn’t test it so far, only looked at it once. But I’ll buy it to drive in Portugal, not for heavy stuff, just for me to drive with it
joao tino i got a 2001 sport model with a 5.2 and 153k miles. No major problems so far. Depends on if you can take care of your truck. I like it tbh with you & the cracked dash is common in these trucks 😂
There's no 5.2l magnum thats a 318 the magnum is 5.9/360 I wouldnt get the 5.2l personally not as reliable as the 5.9 and gets almost the same mpg with less power and torque.
I have a 1999 4x4 2nd Gen that I'm restoring I lost power fuel pump plug we ohmmeter from fuel pump plug to just under the firewall plug no issues there. Now have to figure out from the rest of the harness where the issue is hope not in PC. Be my luck
I have a 2000 Dodge Ram 1500 V8 5.2 Sport that while driving sometimes (especially when it's hot outside) the engine shuts down and I'll have to pull to the side and sometimes it will start right back up and sometimes I'll have to wait 5 to 15 - 20 minutes till it will start up again. I so far replaced the idle control valve sensor and throttle sensor. Next I'm going to replace the crankshaft position sensor and the ignition coil and the camshaft sensor, just keep replacing these things till I fix it. If someone knows how to fix this I'm all ears.
The transmission issue is because of the check valve, I had no idea until my transmission guy told me to take it out because they will cause the transmission to burn up.
Da Hitta a check valve let’s fluid for only one way, the ones in these trucks get sticky and they get stuck closed and it burns up the transmission. It in side a 12 inch hose near the radiator.
Stone open the hood passenger side look at you’re transmission lines their is a black hose about 12 inches long remove the line, Napa can make you a new line or you can get a very small and long drill bit and drill out the rubber ball inside the line.
Changed the transmission automatic and now no start and no crank you can hear the fuel pump and relays kick in also replaced the n.s.s and crankshaft position sensor and coil and ignition starter switch I have a 1996 dodge ram 1500 5.9l 360v8 automatic transmission anyone help me thank you Jennifer
When you moved the steering wheel back and forth that knocking noise was probably the cross joint in the colum shaft above the steering box. Easy fix. About 80 bucks. It came with the sliding shaft, upper and lower U joints and , what some of us old guys call the rag joint..all assembled from RockAutoParts. BUT!!! The bottom pinch bolt would not thread in no matter what. I just used a longer bolt and nut (hardend) out the other side. Cringe. Also i dropped the trans pan and ripped out and replaced ALL the electric parts. (Rock Auto) about $600. Problems dissapered.
If it shifts funny, late or whatever try spraying the cable connection on the left side of the trans. Its connected to the throttle body linkage . mine was sticking and shifting weird.
I have not had any major issues with my motor trans or any other running issues. Just cosmetic and maybe replacing a starter and trying to build my dodge into something beautiful cause it was abused before I owned it. Still runs strong and is not “slow” by any means 5.9 magnum 0 to 60 quick stock truck.
My issue is so freaking weird. If it rains and I'm not driving my truck it will not start for like a day. If I try to start it the morning after it rains, it's a 75% chance that it will take at least 30 to 45 seconds of the engine cranking before it turns on. If I don't try to start it that morning or like 5 hours after it rains, it will not turn on until it's dry out
I own a 2000 dodge ram 1500, used and abused, no issues with transmission or rear end... even had her thrown in the ditch at 50 mph and tranny still does good... drove for about a month before realizing the spider gears in the rear were granaded, truck runs great with motor and trans, only bad is the interior. Mainly dash
I have the 5.9 magnum has a new battery and a new alternator and won’t start I checked the fuses. The alternator fuse was blown. So I replaced it and it started for a few days and now won’t start again and fuse is fine
Well, winter's pretty much over, but how do i get to that blend door to operate it manually? I can't seem to find a good youtube video, or a clear explanation online.
Kodiak Wild if it’s operated by vacuum pressure, then there is really no other way to work it unless you apply vacuum yourself. That’s why he was saying to just open a hole in your dash and just grab it and do it.
@@frankzappa6391 I think it's actuated by a little motor under the dash, but i'm not sure where to cut to manually open and close it. I don't want to destroy my dash trying to figure out the best place to access it. Well, winter's over anyway, and she does just fine with the a/c since I swapped the thermostat and water pump a coupla winters ago, so I have time to figure it out. Thanks.
I have a 3001 dogde ram 2500 360 sport edition and it backfires only at a certain spot but it doesn't do it any where else i tried to fix it multiple times and it still does it
Yeah zero issues with my 1995 4x4 ram with a 5 speed manual. Have a 318 5.2 litre. Zero issues. At 167,221 miles. Only problem I have is keeping my big ass boot off the gas pedal because I have WAAAAYYYY too much fun driving my truck. Zero engine issues zero cooling issues. Zero drivability issues. What's a ball joint? Solid axles baby. Love this truck.
Damn! I was thinking of buying one but I remember dealing with a Pontiac that had the same issue with coolant leaks and no thank you! I mean, maybe if it's super cheap i'll still pick up one up but i'll stay away. Coolant leaks are a pain to deal with.
honestly dont even take his imfo seriously listen to a real 2nd gen owner here sitting at 500 thousand on miledge thier good trucks and if u have common sense thier easy to work on. hello dude is claiming 96 to 02 as a second gen meanwhile way off as he is. second gen is 94-01
Agreed, 96 here with 165k and I just changed break shoes, and wheel bearings, super easy to work on, parts at the ready and not expensive. I've had no transmission problems course I maintain it often not because I have to because I want to. These Rams are workhorse warriors I'd and have recommended this truck to folks. Mine is also 4wd so lots of fun never been stuck and recused a few Ford's and Chevys.
@@dadtype2339 easy to work on...... mine always has something extra to cause a problem.. brake change, 1, 1.5 hr job? Nah... 5 hours cause of stupid shit. Now I bought it used and no idea what abuse it took before.... but I love my truck either way. Up to 216k
@@krystalpalmer hey my 96 ram started smoking out of the motor but the overheating meter don’t go all the way up. I checked the all the fluids and they were good but it was leaking a bit from a pan in the bottom.
Any problems with the cats getting severely clogged? I was going down the highway and my truck was falling on its face throwing a check engine? Shifting weird. I know it has the clogged cat knock sound. It’s a 1999 Ram Laramie SLT 97xxx on it
GK7 DIY I just feel it’s weird for it to go out at 97xxx my brother has a 97 Cummins before he put his 5 speed in I think his lasted till like 150k surprisingly
Leaveibuysell yes mine was pretty abused, yours may have a different problem, If your transmission still good that’s great, I would say just keep clean fluid in it so it lasts as long as possible
CtheDead209 Well if it is downshifting and up shifting (then falling on its face after the upshift) a cat can definitely be the issue lol my cat was free floating lol things gone now
One rams were made in 1994 to 2002.5 ontop of that rams arent that slow something is wrong with yours probably or rear gear ratio is very low i got a 1996 5.2 sport slt and she moves fast. The 5.2 seems to react alot better on acceleration than the 5.9 even though 5.9 has more torque and horsepower the 5.9 feels a bit sluggish if you dont step on it the right time. But when you do it makes you feel that power. I owned a 2002 5.9 so i know what im talking about you litteraly have more top end speed with it than the 5.2. But my spot is on the 5.2 318 gets better mpg and has good acceleration and has been very reliable with me. I now own a 04 hemisport has tons more power but feel like there isnt much torque compared to old L.A. blocks.
@@19Herofade92 me too. I hate automatic. Especially since most of those here in Germany aren't shifting too well. That's where I have to admit that Americans are way better with fully automatic gearboxes.
i got a 2001 and its sitting at almost 500 thousand all original engine and never had to change any of that yet lol they are far from slow when working right and second gens are from 1994 to 2001. not trying to be an asshole but im a chick who knows more about second gens then u lol step it up buddy lmao
I have a 95 2500 that runs fine 1 day then sometimes won't start out of the blue...does anyone know why... Could I have a bad ground to my fuel pump maybe...??
I dont know if you will see this but yea I just bought a 99 today it wouldn't start put in a new battery still wouldn't start acted light it didnt have enough juice to start it would slow crank maybe 1 rotation but I found out (I dont remember what one) one of my fuses I wiggled around and now no issues I'm guessing it just had a weak connection maybe some corrosion I knocked loose by wiggling it haha it was the one on the passenger side end of the fuse box under hood ....worth a shot
This truck you bought from a auction is not a good way to judge 2nd gen Ram stuff your bringing up is mostly maintenance, not defective design. Now on things like that dashboard, seat, and trim that goes for any vehicle that was left out in the sun and not taken care of. I've got 347,526 on my 1500 with a 318 same engine, transmission from day one
My dad drove his 95 to Atlanta and back to fort valley every day for work like for awhile and we had to fix the engine it's a manual transmission though, so yay
got a 96 360 4x4 reg cab super clean truck 800dollaes said trans only had first and 2nd gear well it has all 4 gears trans or t case wines and truck will not do over 40mph its reved out to 3300rpm at 40mph t case will bot go in neutral or 4low even after adjusting linkage im hopeful that the tcase is just mechanically stuck in 4low but its prob a trans problem
I have a 97 and I have had to fix several things on it, it still runs and all but this is the biggest POS of all the vehicles I have owned in the past 30 years.
This is a You-Tube Go-To- Vid, Very Informative, Well done.Thumbs Up!!!! you are right about the engine, Its a work horse, it wont Die, its just everything else around it that wears out prematurely
The only real issue i think we can all agree on is......the damn dash board cracks.....jesus......they were not built to last in the texas heat
Shit they weren’t meant to last anywhere 😂😂😂
My whole dash crumbled. Even the bezel. Smh.
My dash has 1 small hole in it, other than that it’s brand new looking lmao
@@TheCrazyR1 my dad and i just bought our truck back, and the people who had it just let it fucking sit outside in PA weather. Dash has a huge crack down the middle. Shit sucks
@@Mark-cd3sy dang that sucks
1997 owned for 22 years..still on original fuel pump, water pump, starter, alterantor and AC. Replaced belt, hoses, fluids and filters only. I've changed the driver door window switch 3x and the driver door hinge pins need to be replaced. Been an excellent truck for me.
I love this truck
Got a 1998 bought it used like 99 been good the only thing I would say is little hard on gas four wheel drive 6 foot bed
How many auto transmissons you went through
@@ej2civicb736 still on original but it's slipping...mostly in reverse
I have a 96 dodge ram and it has gave me zero problems for the last 21 years all you have to do is maintain it properly
Just luck that the plenum hasn’t blown. Many left the dealer already blown lol. Not a bad fix though
I also have a 1996 1500 Ram 5.2 I bought new I have never had any mechanical issues at all whatsoever my only complaint is the dashboard has crumbled into many pieces and the paint is horrid it's a standard cab with 157k in Florida weather no check engine lights nothing I want to bring her back to life cosmetically
Mine stopped shifting into drive so now I gotta figure out what it is
Yes it uses to shift like that now it won't go into any gear but park and neutral. I just changed the neutral safety sensor and now I'm about to change the transmission speed sensor
I have a 99 and since I bought it three years ago I have replaced the transmission 2 * and the injectors and now I'm replacing the brain
Proud owner of a 1999 Dodge Ram 1500, minor repairs like water pump and alignment components, biggest repair was a new transmission at about 200k miles. Currently 245k miles, same original engine, no smoke 💨 or mechanical issues other than normal maintenance when needed. 21 yrs and still looking like a just a couple of years out of the lot.
Remove the check valve and it will last longer, also fixing the vent issue is so simple, no need to remove the dash.
I have 98 5.2 no ac bit it's a work truck. Dash is perfect. Never done a thing to the suspension. 1 transmission! 231k miles. Pulls 4k daily!
Love my RAM 🐏
Agree with just about everything except the transmission. Just over 200k on my 2001, no real issues besides the torque converter finally getting old and slipping a bit when cold. Nice vid.
2nd gen 2001, 218k miles, still none of these issues. treat it right
99 ram 1500 5.2l
207,089
That's it ? Lol
Dude comment back when yours hits 500,000 lol
Just bought a 99 1500 2x4 and with a week of driving it the truck doesn’t want to go over 10mph. It just revs loud and doesn’t go anywhere. Any help would be appreciated
@@aaroncastillo843 replying to the video of common problems. Not bragging about mileage
@@xStonebraker transmission is slipping. Might need to replace itWouldnt drive it anymore could leave you stranded.
I have a 98 with 310,000 Kms.. You should have mentioned about the clear coat on the hood and other places peeling off ,l could see it on yours,same as mine.
With the HVAC system check valve I have have two questions on first is how do you know there bad and is there a specific way of or orientation of putting them on?
Got a 96 ram 1500 gen 2 reg cab 165k miles all stock no issues, it's not fast in a quick sense but it's one hell of a monster for pulling! Yeah, hell with the dash, what dash lol. Only parts that are not stock and mind you I just changed for new parts: rear drum breaks, front wheel bearing hubs, front rotors and break pads and yeah that's at 165k miles. America's longest lasting truck indeed! Oh, and I put an air horn in. Easy to work on parts are cheap cost wise, I'd recommend this truck.
I have had some of these problems but alot of the issues he's talking about are fairly trivial. I still have my 98 1500 with a automatic and 318 its rusty but trusty believe there's nothing fancy about these trucks but he is right they are work horses and they're also very practical especially to fix. Yes even the transmission issues if you ever do.
I love my 2001. bought w 142000 now have 180000. problems: ball joints and control arms replaced. two power steering pumps, water pump and two sets of hoses, A/C evaporator, transmission rebuild -- in the shop now. still it's a great truck. long bed, extended cab. Interior is good except for top of dash and it hasn't left me anywhere despite the trouble. Air bag rear suspension helpers put it my previous owner and I can haul anything.
Mine is a 1996. I've had it for almost three years now but the transmission is going out. My RPMs wanna race up to around 3,000 while my speed wants to go up only to around 40. It did that once last week when I was leaving a stop sign, and it did it like eight more times when out with my girlfriend. It's been a nice run for my first vehicle though. Don't have money to get the transmission fixed. Has a little over 285,000 miles on it
Hi. I have a 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 5.2L. For some reason I have no power when I turn the key. No lights, nothing. The other day I drove the truck around fine. Then unloaded and went to start the car. It did not start so I put jump starter and car started. The battery reads 12.4 volts from the voltmeter so I thought maybe starter is going. I changed the starter today and thought I did a good job. Then when I tried to turn on truck, then realized no power at all when I turn the key. No lights on dashboard at all. Is there a fuse or relay that I should look at? Hopefully find some answers. Thanks for any advice.
My 2000 dodge ram vans fuel pump was replaced. Problem is it still does not get gas "sometimes". It will run sometimes but then when I go to start it and it wont start for days at a time. And then it will start again. Any idea what's going on. Any insite will be greatly appreciated
I've got a 99 and haven't had a single issue with it. Great truck highly recommend it
Same
The only bad issue with them, well 2 bad things, they seem gutless, and the Dash is a POS. Don’t replace the dash with OEM they will just crack against..
I've got a 2000 with 300,000 miles. Transmission was rebuilt at 195,000 but other than that the truck still runs like a dream
Is my first ram I was waiting in line to dump thrash and the temperature when up over 210 is that normal when is on parking or what’s wrong with when I drive temperature goes back down
@@gustavouribe518 yes it nothing to worry about. Sadly I lost my ram a couple months ago when my transmission grenaded
great vid! have had my '97 for almost 200k miles, WHERE DID YOU GET YOUR DASH MAT ??
I just bought a 1996 with 163000 miles on it 3 days ago and i do like it . i will keep it .cuz people asking me if im selling it
No never..
Congratzzz
I'm looking at one with 75k, faded paint on the front hood and fenders. He's asking $5,800 and including plow. It's a 99 reg cab Sport. What do y'all think?!
I have a weird situation with my airbag light. Comes on when cold but goes off when warmed up. Or is not on when warm outside. Obviouly a faulty wire somewhere that's effected by heat or a connector but I can't track it down.
Also I and others have had issues with the cruise control. I can turn on cruise control but it slowly slips over30 seconds and doesn't maintain speed. some sort of vacuum pressure issue. I replaced the vacuum hose with no luck.
Another big problem with these trucks is the seal between the two blocks fails and it slowly leaks oil.
I think my starter is going bad, but not sure it’s makes like crank noise? Any help?
Do you gave problems with a bad oil leak and smoke out the back?
I’ve had my 01 ram for 20yrs and that hvac system is new discovery.
I like how you had that 19 year old truck for 20 years.Just pulling your chain.close enough
Chad Folmar, I've kept up with the oil change, spark plugs, wires, and cap. Also rebuilt the transmission. It's falling apart inside, the plastic sucks the body and suspension. Only reason I keep it is because it's a tool now. But it can still go on a 2hr fishing trip.
Chad Folmar also new water pump and radiator.
They aren't slow! Torque is 2nd to none in this class of truck. The 5.2 had a more issues than the 5.9. I have a 2000 4x4 5.9 with 240,000. I have had no mechanical problems whatsoever. I did experience the HVAC vaccum lines dry rotting and breaking due to age and heat. Simple fix with the vaccum line replacement kit. The ball joint issue is from not regularly greasing them. I don't see this as problems its age and not taking care of it. Only problem legit is the trans.
The transmission was a big enough problem to never buy another ram again.
The transmissions are bad because of a check valve, remove it. End of problems with this transmission.
@@GK7GARAGE lol. Every single manufacturer has issues with their vehicles. Every one of them.
Yeah they're not slow I got mine up to 110mph no repairs on motor since 96. I just need an IAC replacement and possibly a throttle body cleaning. And one day a new transmission 😂 cause at 220,000 miles something bound to happen no shit on those ball joints tho!
Ball joint issues are also due to oversized tires
I Used to have a 98 ram with no problems
had it in the family for 18 years until the truck took a hit on the driver side
1999 dodge ram, will not reverse, back passenger tire will not rotate backwards even in nuetral. goes forward fine. just drove it and the tan temp light cam on. any help would be appreciated.
I have a 97 and agree. A little Maintenance will go a long way. I'm at 228000 miles, and no check engine lights 👍
Have 2001 ram 2500 diesel when making left turns the engine revs like its in neutral and after turn is complete the tranny or rear end grabs again and truck is ok ever hear of this?
Is that a 5.2 ? I have a 99 Dodge 1500 Laramie Ram I wanna fix up
got a 2nd gen 2000 with 146k miles, only thing ive had to replace was a plastic vacuum hose. other than that the thing looks brand new-ish
Are you home at the moment? I need help checking out a 2001 dodge Dakota before buying it!!
Glad I have a 96, not as many interior problems
My first truck was a 03 Ford than a 02 chevy but brother in law had 98 ram with 150k bought from for 1900 hopefully I made a good buy is a 5.2
What tipe of transmission is in the truck
Got a 98 ram love the thing but no matter what I replace I still have a missfire on cylinder 5
Anybody have any ideas
Someone please help. 1998 dodge ram 1500 5.2 Leiter and had to put new tensioner and belt on. Afterwards, truck started and when put in gear it died and wouldn't restart. Any suggestions
What could sause the 5.2 not to get to regular running temp
Everything that you have said is correct cuz I have one mine's a 99 Dodge Ram four-wheel drive I just got to comment about the air flapper for your vent for that heating and air conditioning I would never change the way it is because it seems like when it needs more power it will shut that off to get more power to the engine for me to actually have to pass somebody or to work a little bit harder whatever the case may be that's just my personal opinion but everything you have said is correct and 100% the truth I'm glad I'm not the only one that has problems of the situation of the vehicle that I have made my day a little bit better today thank you
I have a 2000 5.2L and a 1998 4x4 5.9L both over a 150,000 miles...few repairs and maintenance still going strong
I have a 2001 Ram 1500 with the V8 .My son bought it from a dealerships own truck it was only 2 yrs old. He drove it until 2 yrs ago when he bought a new Dodge and donated it to me with almost 405000 miles on it. He maintained it himself with no major Problems. I now have a over 406,000 on it. The timing belt has evidently broken as it seems I added as if it's out of time.I have added i quart since I had it. My question is how do you replace that belt .and how much of a job is it?
I have a 2001 dodge ram and it backfires only at a certain rpm and i cant figure out
With 241xxx still runs good but got coolant problems and Mager dash problems an oar flow but the ac and heater works good
Ive got a 98 dodge ram 1500 with 292K miles and my drivers side seat looks new compared to that, HOLY CRAP
My 97 hasn’t had any problems accept it throws codes for o2 censor but that’s common in old vehicles
i have a 98 dodge ram 1500 5.9 i turn the ignition on and it makes a clicking noise but will not turn over
What are those check valves called I can’t find them I need some I have a 2001 Dodge Ram
Just check valve or one way valve
I currently ran into the driver's door issue. Truck likes to idle around 1500 but when put into gear it drops down to where it belongs. Still has the factory installed dash in perfect condition.
At 1:30 when he’s talking about the check valves, I need someone to tell me if my problem is those. So whenever I press the pedal down further/ faster my truck damn near goes into overdrive or something for a second, like the engine makes “vroom” sound and like shoots me forward. It’s either these check valves or the transmission, but the sound is coming from the engine so I don’t think it’s the transmission. I don’t know, let me know
1996 Dodge B3500. 1 Ton, 15 passenger van. 375,000 original miles motor&trans. Over 50% miles towing/hauling monster loads. REMOVE THE CHECK BALL IN TRANS COOLER LINE!!! REPLACE PLENUM PAN W ALUMINUM PAN. KEEP YOUR OIL CHANGED REGULARLY. My dodge doesn't give up. Good video for new owners to take a look at💪
My 97 ram is still going strong with 175,000 on it and no service lights and suprisingly the dash is in pretty decent shape😂
I have an 01 and my dash is in good shape too lol. 108800 miles no major issues so far.
Should I buy a 1996 it just has dents and a little play in the steering wheel? 2500 bucks seems like a deal to me but I don’t know much about trucks any advice?
Have it checked by a mechanic
Change the upper ball joints and remove the check valves, Also get a new water pump.
Ac vents issue I have. Doesn’t bother me it’s only a few seconds. I have a 1997 SST bought it brand new. 200K miles on it. Turn the truck on put it in neutral a few seconds before driving. I have original transmission. At 150000 replaced the cooling system all of it. No sense in replacing radiator and have the water pump go bad down the road. The truck could be a dog at highway speed but not at the starting line. I bought a new 2010 Chevy, a new 2019 Ford pick ups. Chevy I gave to my son, Ford to my daughter. Turn that Dodge on sounds like a rocket, head turner. I will keep my faithful truck. Clean yours a little bit.
I have a 1996 dodge ram 1500 where is the censers on it
I’m considering buying a 1995 5.2l v8 magnum Laramie, 64000 miles, is that a good truck or not? The dash got a small crack, but I didn’t test it so far, only looked at it once. But I’ll buy it to drive in Portugal, not for heavy stuff, just for me to drive with it
joao tino i got a 2001 sport model with a 5.2 and 153k miles. No major problems so far. Depends on if you can take care of your truck. I like it tbh with you & the cracked dash is common in these trucks 😂
There's no 5.2l magnum thats a 318 the magnum is 5.9/360 I wouldnt get the 5.2l personally not as reliable as the 5.9 and gets almost the same mpg with less power and torque.
you forgot to say about that the highlights burn the switch button, so its necessary put a relay on them
Currently trying to fix this problem I replaced the headlight switch but with a bad shake they can turn off 😂😂 I have a 94 5.9
I have a 1999 4x4 2nd Gen that I'm restoring I lost power fuel pump plug we ohmmeter from fuel pump plug to just under the firewall plug no issues there. Now have to figure out from the rest of the harness where the issue is hope not in PC. Be my luck
I have a 2000 Dodge Ram 1500 V8 5.2 Sport that while driving sometimes (especially when it's hot outside) the engine shuts down and I'll have to pull to the side and sometimes it will start right back up and sometimes I'll have to wait 5 to 15 - 20 minutes till it will start up again. I so far replaced the idle control valve sensor and throttle sensor. Next I'm going to replace the crankshaft position sensor and the ignition coil and the camshaft sensor, just keep replacing these things till I fix it. If someone knows how to fix this I'm all ears.
Mine has exactly everything you said. Seat dash and all.
The transmission issue is because of the check valve, I had no idea until my transmission guy told me to take it out because they will cause the transmission to burn up.
Da Hitta a check valve let’s fluid for only one way, the ones in these trucks get sticky and they get stuck closed and it burns up the transmission. It in side a 12 inch hose near the radiator.
@@bobbyhansen4370 You took yours out?
Ipro Fox yea I removed them out of both my 01 and 02 Dodge rams .
@@bobbyhansen4370 how did you remove them is there a RUclips video
Stone open the hood passenger side look at you’re transmission lines their is a black hose about 12 inches long remove the line, Napa can make you a new line or you can get a very small and long drill bit and drill out the rubber ball inside the line.
Changed the transmission automatic and now no start and no crank you can hear the fuel pump and relays kick in also replaced the n.s.s and crankshaft position sensor and coil and ignition starter switch I have a 1996 dodge ram 1500 5.9l 360v8 automatic transmission anyone help me thank you Jennifer
Fuel filter??
When you moved the steering wheel back and forth that knocking noise was probably the cross joint in the colum shaft above the steering box.
Easy fix. About 80 bucks. It came with the sliding shaft, upper and lower U joints and , what some of us old guys call the rag joint..all assembled from RockAutoParts.
BUT!!! The bottom pinch bolt would not thread in no matter what. I just used a longer bolt and nut (hardend) out the other side. Cringe.
Also i dropped the trans pan and ripped out and replaced ALL the electric parts. (Rock Auto) about $600. Problems dissapered.
If it shifts funny, late or whatever try spraying the cable connection on the left side of the trans. Its connected to the throttle body linkage . mine was sticking and shifting weird.
I have not had any major issues with my motor trans or any other running issues. Just cosmetic and maybe replacing a starter and trying to build my dodge into something beautiful cause it was abused before I owned it. Still runs strong and is not “slow” by any means 5.9 magnum 0 to 60 quick stock truck.
My issue is so freaking weird. If it rains and I'm not driving my truck it will not start for like a day. If I try to start it the morning after it rains, it's a 75% chance that it will take at least 30 to 45 seconds of the engine cranking before it turns on. If I don't try to start it that morning or like 5 hours after it rains, it will not turn on until it's dry out
I own a 2000 dodge ram 1500, used and abused, no issues with transmission or rear end... even had her thrown in the ditch at 50 mph and tranny still does good... drove for about a month before realizing the spider gears in the rear were granaded, truck runs great with motor and trans, only bad is the interior. Mainly dash
I have the 5.9 magnum has a new battery and a new alternator and won’t start I checked the fuses. The alternator fuse was blown. So I replaced it and it started for a few days and now won’t start again and fuse is fine
Did you figure it out? I have the same problem
I have a '99 model and it goes great. Just one major annoying thing a quite obvious sort of whistling sound at low speed at least.
How about when after it dies, the computer is wiped clean?
My 96 2500 bogs down wen I try to pass why??
Was that a fuel gauge where the tacometer is supposed to be?
No tach in this one
Yeah, my ram has the same cluster, no tachometer, instead I have a fuel guage
Well, winter's pretty much over, but how do i get to that blend door to operate it manually? I can't seem to find a good youtube video, or a clear explanation online.
Kodiak Wild if it’s operated by vacuum pressure, then there is really no other way to work it unless you apply vacuum yourself. That’s why he was saying to just open a hole in your dash and just grab it and do it.
@@frankzappa6391 I think it's actuated by a little motor under the dash, but i'm not sure where to cut to manually open and close it. I don't want to destroy my dash trying to figure out the best place to access it. Well, winter's over anyway, and she does just fine with the a/c since I swapped the thermostat and water pump a coupla winters ago, so I have time to figure it out. Thanks.
Did you fix the problem? I can help if you didn’t. Don’t do anything to the blend doors!.
@@bobbyhansen4370 nope been busy with work. What do you have?
Kodiak Wild ok so when you press the gas does the AC or heat blowing through the vents stop and then go through the defrost? Or floor?
I have a 3001 dogde ram 2500 360 sport edition and it backfires only at a certain spot but it doesn't do it any where else i tried to fix it multiple times and it still does it
Damn dude your trucks from the future? 😂😂😂 J/k I know what you meant lol
Well you told me to watch the video..I'm watching it
The 5.2/5.9L engine block is basically the 1952 DeSoto Hemi architecture, still in use today.
My 94 with A 5.9 and is original to the truck never been out of the truck, 400,000 miles and counting
I got a question, my truck is just started to shake from the front is that the ball joints ?
Cause i hit a pothole and i checked my tires they are good, I checked my Suspension and it’s good so ?
It happens when I hit 30+
Can be many things, have an alignment shop look at it to pin point
nope you have death wobble the sell a bracket thats after market its easy to install and cheap it will fix that not your ball joints.
Along with the steering stabilizer plate change your track bar as well
Anyone keep having there fuel pump keep shorting out ? Drive for a week or 2 shorts out on my 4th one 🤔 in 3 months
Are the manual transmission any better on this truck?
They are better on every truck
Much better
My radio shuts off but the hour keeps showing
It's a 20+ year truck, of course it's going to have problems with the suspension, transmission, and other things.
thats any vechicle any year even 2 yr old vechicles if u dont takke care of them
mines 21 years old the only issues I had were created by me burying up to the fram in mud plugged the trans up with clay motor is bullet proof.
Yeah zero issues with my 1995 4x4 ram with a 5 speed manual. Have a 318 5.2 litre. Zero issues. At 167,221 miles. Only problem I have is keeping my big ass boot off the gas pedal because I have WAAAAYYYY too much fun driving my truck. Zero engine issues zero cooling issues. Zero drivability issues. What's a ball joint? Solid axles baby. Love this truck.
My dashboard is intact. In California. The only problem I have is the factory white paint hates California sun. So its chipped pretty bad.
The 5.2 has more issue than the 5.9 its also more power and basically the same mpg.
Solid axles have balljoints lmao its on ur steering knuckles.
Hay buddy 1997 2500 gas 5.9 turning off when driving
Intake plenum gas kit goes bad huh?
Damn! I was thinking of buying one but I remember dealing with a Pontiac that had the same issue with coolant leaks and no thank you! I mean, maybe if it's super cheap i'll still pick up one up but i'll stay away. Coolant leaks are a pain to deal with.
honestly dont even take his imfo seriously listen to a real 2nd gen owner here sitting at 500 thousand on miledge thier good trucks and if u have common sense thier easy to work on. hello dude is claiming 96 to 02 as a second gen meanwhile way off as he is. second gen is 94-01
Agreed, 96 here with 165k and I just changed break shoes, and wheel bearings, super easy to work on, parts at the ready and not expensive. I've had no transmission problems course I maintain it often not because I have to because I want to. These Rams are workhorse warriors I'd and have recommended this truck to folks. Mine is also 4wd so lots of fun never been stuck and recused a few Ford's and Chevys.
@@dadtype2339 I bought a Tundra instead lol. The deal was too good, I could not pass on it.
@@dadtype2339 easy to work on...... mine always has something extra to cause a problem.. brake change, 1, 1.5 hr job? Nah... 5 hours cause of stupid shit. Now I bought it used and no idea what abuse it took before.... but I love my truck either way. Up to 216k
@@krystalpalmer hey my 96 ram started smoking out of the motor but the overheating meter don’t go all the way up. I checked the all the fluids and they were good but it was leaking a bit from a pan in the bottom.
Any problems with the cats getting severely clogged? I was going down the highway and my truck was falling on its face throwing a check engine? Shifting weird. I know it has the clogged cat knock sound. It’s a 1999 Ram Laramie SLT 97xxx on it
Not sure man but mine the transmission went out on it
GK7 DIY I just feel it’s weird for it to go out at 97xxx my brother has a 97 Cummins before he put his 5 speed in I think his lasted till like 150k surprisingly
Leaveibuysell yes mine was pretty abused, yours may have a different problem, If your transmission still good that’s great, I would say just keep clean fluid in it so it lasts as long as possible
cats who need cat cut it off lol just kidding I havent came across that issue myself.
CtheDead209 Well if it is downshifting and up shifting (then falling on its face after the upshift) a cat can definitely be the issue lol my cat was free floating lol things gone now
Mine dies when I put it in reverse or drive.
One rams were made in 1994 to 2002.5 ontop of that rams arent that slow something is wrong with yours probably or rear gear ratio is very low i got a 1996 5.2 sport slt and she moves fast. The 5.2 seems to react alot better on acceleration than the 5.9 even though 5.9 has more torque and horsepower the 5.9 feels a bit sluggish if you dont step on it the right time. But when you do it makes you feel that power. I owned a 2002 5.9 so i know what im talking about you litteraly have more top end speed with it than the 5.2. But my spot is on the 5.2 318 gets better mpg and has good acceleration and has been very reliable with me. I now own a 04 hemisport has tons more power but feel like there isnt much torque compared to old L.A. blocks.
Sergio Zamora yea that’s what I’m thinking have two trucks with 5.9 and pretty damn fast
96 here with the 5.9 and it's not fast in a quick sense it does GO lol but I've found it to be a power house when pulling than more on speed.
You don't think a 3.9 V6 is slow¿??
Thax i got a 2000
good thing i have the manual transmission in mine XD. The only thing new for me was the water pump. Will have to watch out for it.
Same here 1998 1500 5 speed manual. Love being in control of my vehicle!
@@19Herofade92 me too. I hate automatic. Especially since most of those here in Germany aren't shifting too well. That's where I have to admit that Americans are way better with fully automatic gearboxes.
@@Madhuntr Ive heard the horror stories of my friends who own m3's and m4's. They say they are a money pit here in america haha.
i got a 2001 and its sitting at almost 500 thousand all original engine and never had to change any of that yet lol they are far from slow when working right and second gens are from 1994 to 2001. not trying to be an asshole but im a chick who knows more about second gens then u lol step it up buddy lmao
FINALLY a woman of car culture as well:)
Never had problems with transmission. Then, I towed with it off and on for about a month and it went out
I have a 95 2500 that runs fine 1 day then sometimes won't start out of the blue...does anyone know why... Could I have a bad ground to my fuel pump maybe...??
I dont know if you will see this but yea I just bought a 99 today it wouldn't start put in a new battery still wouldn't start acted light it didnt have enough juice to start it would slow crank maybe 1 rotation but I found out (I dont remember what one) one of my fuses I wiggled around and now no issues I'm guessing it just had a weak connection maybe some corrosion I knocked loose by wiggling it haha it was the one on the passenger side end of the fuse box under hood ....worth a shot
It’s the pvc valve
Just bought one with 300k miles and all it needs is a cv joint. Other than that this extremely solid
2001 1500 5.9l. Water pump. Dash . good truck 188000 miles.
This truck you bought from a auction is not a good way to judge 2nd gen Ram stuff your bringing up is mostly maintenance, not defective design. Now on things like that dashboard, seat, and trim that goes for any vehicle that was left out in the sun and not taken care of. I've got 347,526 on my 1500 with a 318 same engine, transmission from day one
My dad drove his 95 to Atlanta and back to fort valley every day for work like for awhile and we had to fix the engine it's a manual transmission though, so yay
got a 96 360 4x4 reg cab super clean truck 800dollaes said trans only had first and 2nd gear well it has all 4 gears trans or t case wines and truck will not do over 40mph its reved out to 3300rpm at 40mph t case will bot go in neutral or 4low even after adjusting linkage im hopeful that the tcase is just mechanically stuck in 4low but its prob a trans problem
I have a 97 and I have had to fix several things on it, it still runs and all but this is the biggest POS of all the vehicles I have owned in the past 30 years.
You forgot the drink holder
This is a You-Tube Go-To- Vid, Very Informative, Well done.Thumbs Up!!!! you are right about the engine, Its a work horse, it wont Die, its just everything else around it that wears out prematurely
what do you mean low power lol the magnum v8 has more power than Ford and chevy of that gen...
Ram power 🐏💯
Your driver seat looks just like mine lol
Lol mine too
Same here.
Me three😁