Hi everyone. I just picked up a 2002 ram quad cab 2wd with the 5.9l motor with 80k miles. Couple of questions for those that are in the know.
First are their any known problems I should look out for with the truck/motor. I heard of some type of intake leak when they get up in mileage but no idea what it is or how to diagnose.
Secondly what type of base mods are working to increase power and mileage. Things that come to mind
CAI- had good luck with K&N
Cat back exhaust- whats economical?
Plugs/cap/rotor/wires- what's a good combo?
Thermostat- any benefit to lowering the thermostat
Electric fan vs clutch fan
Read something about changing to all synthetics. Really worth the investment for the cost? Which fluids are people replacing besides motor oil?
Underdrive pulleys?
Not looking to change gearing
Chip/programmer-reading lots about hyper tech
Thanks for any help
First are their any known problems I should look out for with the truck/motor. I heard of some type of intake leak when they get up in mileage but no idea what it is or how to diagnose.
Secondly what type of base mods are working to increase power and mileage. Things that come to mind
CAI- had good luck with K&N
Cat back exhaust- whats economical?
Plugs/cap/rotor/wires- what's a good combo?
Thermostat- any benefit to lowering the thermostat
Electric fan vs clutch fan
Read something about changing to all synthetics. Really worth the investment for the cost? Which fluids are people replacing besides motor oil?
Underdrive pulleys?
Not looking to change gearing
Chip/programmer-reading lots about hyper tech
Thanks for any help