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- 10 Back – Did the internet cause print to die?
- 12-Valve – Fuel heaters and fuel canisters; G56 transmission swap
- 24-Valve – Torque converter lock-up; clean the radiator
- 5.9 HPCR – Exhaust manifold and wheel hubs
- 6.7 HPCR – Idle ramp-up, turbo replacement
- Fourth Generation – New owner reports
- Technical Topics – Review of exhaust emissions and technology
- BITW – Evaluation of the GM diesel pickup
- Your Story – New TDR Writer, David Magnoli, tells us about his ’01 Turbo Diesel
- The writers give you their "Best of . . . ."- 12-Valve - Fuel filter and fuel delivery problems.- 24-Valve - Fuel filter and fuel leak problems.- 5.9 HPCR - Fuel transfer pump saga.- 6.7 HPCR - TSB releases.- Fourth Generation - "Ask the Engineer" questions and responses.- Technical Topics - Power, economy and drivability with the '03 - '07 HPCR engine/600 hp in retrospect.- TDReview - Spring cleaning how to.- Four Whalin' - Greg Whale gives us a close-up view of the 2001 Ford truck.- Have Ram Will Travel - Joe Donnelly now owns a First Generation truck and gives us a sneak peek. Joe also writes about clutches and intercooler design.- From the Shop Floor - Air conditioning basics.- Backfire - Titanium enriched lube oil.
- Winter modifications by Ben Rumson. - Third Generation HVAC problems. - “10 Back” looks at the future of diesel fuels. - “BITW” provides a recap of the plans for diesel engines at Ford and Dodge. - Writer Joe Donnelly gives a detailed look at the 5.9-liter HPCR (’03 – ’09) injectors. - Our annual summary of Dodge Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) is always helpful when looking for a solution to a problem you may be having with your truck. - John Holmes takes a look at the most common diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). - Joe Donnelly tells you everything you need to know about clutches. - Exhaust brakes and automatic transmissions serve as our topic of conversation for the “Backfire” column. - And as always, problems are presented, discussed and solutions offered in each of our “Generation” and “Engine” feature columns.
- Review of the 2016 fuel economy standards.- Understanding automotive relays.- We take a look back at Issue 43’s article reviewing the importance of brake fluid maintenance. Have you changed your brake fluid lately?>- Problems are presented, discussed, and solutions offered in each of our “Generation” and “Engine” feature columns.- The “Cummins Column” talks about the 6.7-liter engine and new software calibrations.- Ford’s small diesel is cancelled; Dodge’s small diesel is cancelled. - The TDR Annual Index provides a wealth of information to help you research problems. - Writers Holmes and Anderson discuss installations and truck problems. - Donnelly revisits ten years of engine performance enhancements.
- Automatic transmission fluid change- Steering improvements using an aftermarket steering dampener- TDR Member maintenance tips- Fuel filter leaks discussed in First Generation and 24-Valve Columns- Injector advice in the 5.9 HPCR Column- A lengthy discussion on diagnostic trouble codes for the 6.7-liter engine- New TSBs for the 6.7-liter engine- New fuel filter assembly for the 6.7-liter engine- Media gibberish and irresponsible reporting- Try a bottle of "Noo-Life" for your fuel system and our discussion of fuel additives - again!- A look at the 2010 Dodge Ram Turbo Diesel- Long-time writers Holmes, Donnelly, Leno and Redmond discuss new product installations on their trucks
- Fuel Economy Follow-Up. - Transfer pump Discussion in 12-Valve, 24-Valve and 5.9 HPCR columns. - New Technical Service Bulletins for the 6.7 HPCR. - Industry News on the Next Emissions Hurdles. - Mega Cab, Long Box Update. - A lengthy report on extended idling. - A letter to the TDR Membership from Lyle Cummins. - Long-term writers Holmes, Nielsen, Donnelly, Dalgleish, Redmond and Leno discuss various new product installations on their trucks.
- Member2Member - Seat Belt Chime/Fuel Level.- First Generation - Gauges/Fuel Pressure. - 12-Valve Engines - Loose Stuff/Cruise Control/NV4500 Lube Oil.- 24-Valve - 53 Block/Injectors/Lock-Unlock.- 5.9 HPCR - FCA/FCM. - 6.7 HPCR - Fuel Filter Basics.- Technical Topics - Antifreeze for Your Truck/Fuel Economy Stupid (Part Two).- Cummins Column - The 6.7 Engine and Joe NewDiesel.
- Fuel Mileage - cost effective solutions.- Fuel Delivery. - TDR Writer Joe Donnelly discusses engine timing and gives the "How To" for models '89 up to '07 engines.- "Cummins Column." There is ample discussion about the new 6.7-liter engine that resulted from open house meetings that Cummins conducted in April and May. - Product evaluations on Pacbrake, Transfer Flow, ATS, Turbo Re-Source and Scan Gauge products.- The annual TDR index.
- February Chicago Auto Show and Dodge Ram 4500/5500 Chassis Cab- Driving the new 6.7L Engine- The Perfect Fuel Transfer Pump Article- Dowel Pin Repair and Removal- Installing a CP3 Fuel Pump- DDP Injector Installation- Lube Oil As A Commodity
- The TDR and the Diesel Community (What's in it for you?)- Lube Oil Myths (Follow Up)- Baja 100 and Kore- Is Premium Diesel Fuel Really Necessary?- Coverage of the Cummins V6 and V8 Engine Announcements- Replacement of Wheel Bearings