Top 5 Problems Dodge Ram Truck 2nd Generation 1994-02

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[@Devildawg-ye8vl]

A dash cap will not cost you thousands of dollars, 250 at the most, a whole dash wouldn't even cost you thousands. And you wonder why people would rather watch a video on how to fix something, mf'rs over price shit and bump labor costs of something that can take a few minutes to a couple hours with the proper tools.

[@richardjames840]

I have a 99 dodge and sometimes when I shift into 4Lo and I am stopped and in neutral it seems to grind why would that be. Doesn't do it always

[@thewatcher7471]

Does 1a auto sell that sun blade

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[@mattg8787]

what I'm wondering is what's a vericle but i do know what a vehicle is but not a vericle.

[@Mr3X7R3M3]

Love the way he explains things to people that wouldn’t otherwise understand… but the way he says “veRicle” really gets me for some reason lol

[@dannygrim7157]

Just saying.. the guy who did this video has an incredible talent explaining what would otherwise be hard to understand, in a way that ANYBODY can understand! Great job and props man! Im hanging on ever word thru my 2nd gen ram 2500 build

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+Danny Grim Thanks for the feedback!

[@elgato205]

My dash doesn't exist anymore it's just covered 💀

[@YR7A]

sammmeee

[@Angel283]

Mine's barely hanging on.

[@timlewis8780]

What dash?

[@bustedbonesproduction3944]

Bruh same 😂

[@GratefulOverlander]

They make covers that look OEM for $99. Just got one, they are nice and easy to install

[@mcscheck2000]

Is it me or does this guy keep saying "veericles"???

[@cmbrewer84]

1A Auto should make sure they keep this guy. He is really good, thank you for the the thorough explanation

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[@5.7hemi29]

Never thought I’d be happy about having a 2wd😂

[@Lexlugr]

LOL, this was my thought as well. Old farm truck 4x2 seemed like a liability when I got it, No more

[@jamesgizasson]

Hahaha!!! Same! I got a 2wd diesel because it was the only one I could afford with a manual. Never been so happy to have my wish denied! X3

[@jimbeam9977]

Happy until you get stuck lol

[@tunatri4488]

Me too😁

[@martinjonasson5892]

@@jimbeam9977 Have both 4x4 and 4×2 and have been stuck much more times with 4×4...

[@gregcjdr]

I think you did a really good job with this video. There is one point I'd like to mention about the first issue you brought up regarding steering wandering. After you've checked the steering system completely as you have described and you find NO worn parts, often times you will have steering box play/wear. There is an allen headed adjustment screw on the top of the box with a lock nut. Loosen the lock nut and turn the Allen screw absolutely no more than 1/8 of a turn. This put my diesel right back on the straight and narrow.

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+Greg C Thanks for the feedback!

[@Blue-moon12]

My 2500 V10 has this steering issue

[@tobysarsi6864]

Thank you Len, your high-energy personality and sense of humor always make for fun and informative watching. I acquired a very good condition 97 Ram 1500 2WD that had the beginnings of the "Death wobble", the Reverse-gear whine, and the Cracked dash. How about maybe talking about the clock spring. My Airbag light is always on but my cruise control works, so I'm going to remove the steering wheeel airbag and see what's the matter, and maybe replace the clock spring, if I can determine that's the root cause. Thanks again Len, for yet another humorous and helpful 1AAuto DIY video!

[@moparnut6286]

Good work showing the short comings of these gen dodge trucks!

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[@adriananoelle4699]

He totally forgot the transmission itself. Lol

[@whitepeachasmr]

Adriana Noelle are the 1996 ram 5.2 v8 bad or no ?

[@whitepeachasmr]

I’m thinking of buying one but not sure from this video

[@CtheDead209-zt8tj]

Right if you get a bad one its going to go out had a 98 1500 Laramie 4x4 torque converter and trans went out just had my 99 1500 4x4 rebuilt tranny and transfer case but I also spend a significant time offroad.

[@CtheDead209-zt8tj]

@Marc Ortiz do you plan on mudding or hitting trails? If your just daily driving you should be fine i would go for the 5.9 magnum though way more power and torque and the trade off is about 2mpg lol. Plus to this day the 5.9 sounds so good.

[@zachsteele6964]

@@whitepeachasmr hey I'm late, my friend has a 97 and his hasn't had too bad of problems

[@demetrioa7902]

Time and time again these guys got an exact video of what I’m looking for and how to go about fixing it. Thanks fellas

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+Demetrio A Thanks for the feedback and continued support! We are glad that these videos are helping you out.

[@oldmedicinecrow]

I bought a plastic dash cover from you guys for my last gen 2 truck. I like it a lot. I have another gen 2 truck. I love these trucks. I"ve bought front driver seat cushions for both trucks. It fit nicely and feels good.

[@timbuktoo7050]

What it cost?

[@yupyup4209]

I love the way you explain things and always start with the possible symptoms

[@1AAuto]

+Yup Yup Thanks for the feedback!

[@Texas_J]

Add a list of parts in the description so we can find them. For example, part for steering wander that goes from frame to frame.

[@1967250s]

Helped my old neighbor fix up his 95 4x4 Ram. One of the things often mentioned is the collar that holds the steering column goes bad/wears out, which also affects the steering wandering and clunks. Glued together much of the dash, brittle as all get out, and eventually installed a cover.

[@stuoldham1281]

Mine's a '98 1500 4x4 I bought new; now has 107,700 miles. Rarely in the sun and always garaged. When new bought Mopar seat covers and an aftermarket dash pad. Both the driver seat and dash is in like-new condition. So far no issues with wandering or front diff engagement. I do like the idea of using a cable rather than vacuum to engage the front diff. Thanks for the tip!!

[@tarnow07]

what you explained on this veeracle is not death wobble its just loose components death wobble is actually a hydraulic phenomenon that happens inside the gear box that causes rapid shaking of the steering wheel and all components down to the wheels.

[@radiorick4975]

I have replaced transmission governor twice. Have replaced camshaft sensor in distributor number of times gone with manufacture by the name of standard hopefully it will hold up. Standard does make Blue Streak rotor and cap that's the way to go. Had a 88 replaced camshaft sensor couple of times use Mopar brand. It gets old having one in the glove box for a spare.

[@portland675]

Great video I just inherited my dad’s 98 dodge ram, and was hoping to get some ideas on things to fix or upgrade

[@ssteezybreezyy4479]

“Vericle”

[@Baptistbowhunter]

Ok I'm not the only one that thought that lol

[@tylermoore5405]

Lol same

[@mikes589]

I definitely heard that

[@Jason-px9ns]

I just ran to the comments to see if it was just me. Could be one hell of a drinking game... Drink every time he says Vericle...😂😂

[@elsey1976]

@@Jason-px9ns trashed in 2mins

[@andrewhansen4179]

Top 3 problems on the Gen 2 Cummins diesels are the xcheap and faulty fuel pump and it's poor location in the engine bay. When the fuel pump fails it can destroy the injection pump which is problem #2. Upgrade both the fuel pump and injection pump. And then locate a better quality fuel pump on the frame rail near the fuel tank so it pushes diesel fuel. Then buy an upgraded injection pump with new computer and better internals.....I like Blue Chip Special X. Problem #3 was the weak transmission. Upgrades done to the 47re can be very rewarding in terms of reliability and much better fuel mileage. Seems that the internals of the 47re, in particular, were lacking in many areas, and also the low fluid pressures needed to do a good job of controlling the torque converter. My upgraded (Goerend parts) transmission is just so much more superior to the stock trans. Fuel mileage has really improved.

[@brandonevans4142]

Don't forget the front spring pedestals rot away and they can develop rough idle/misfire when it's wet out

[@WiringRescue]

Great Video Len!

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[@jss3018]

Great video. I've got '95 ram 1500 and transmission won't engage but fluid nice and red and doesn't smell. TCM or solenoid? or something else? Thanks. I love this truck.

[@onewheelup9559]

Genuinely enjoyed the whole video. Appreciate the info 🙏🏼

[@johnjamesjoseph3814]

I don't own a Gen 2 Dodge, but this is very interesting!

[@eddiemason8246]

You can also get a cable kit that replaces an overtake The vacuum System. So you could have just a lever To engage instead of vacuum

[@Alpha25803]

Building a 97 1500 right now. Swapping to manual and redoing the interior. Not sure where to go from there, thinking maybe diesel swap.

[@christopherwright9299]

OMG! these are all the things that are wrong with my truck!!! Well except for the vacuum and death wobble... took care of the death wobble and I will be awaiting the day when I get to deal with the vacuum situation

[@chrispeters4405]

I did everything on my steering, I did the steering box and the aftermarket reinforcement bracket and it sort of....helped, it still has drift but not as bad

[@mattst.4699]

My seat is about the same, have a beach towel as a 'cover'. Love my 1996 Dodge 1500 2WD Truck! Sun damaged Maroon exterior.

[@jimmymays-s1r]

Wish you were in my town! Great video! THX

[@redneck58]

Had that grinding noise once before

[@1956mrmom]

I have a 95 Dodge Ram that misses out really bad when trying to accelerate. No one has a code reader that doesn’t start in 96. I’ve replaced the coil and redid the battery clamps (cleaned well and replaced with new brass clamps) .

[@chrisbyrd986]

Replaced it with 3/16 brake line worked petfect

[@normhutton2823]

Is there a video on repairing the WANDER ?

[@danielmitts39]

I'm added a camper shell and looking for the top mount light wire. Did dodge add a separate colored wire for this in the harness. Been looking for it, color and location would be helpful on my 2001 extended cab. Thanks for the videos, appreciate the explanation of them.

[@scarlson3435]

Have a question....2002 Dodge Ram 2500 5.9L Cummins. Fuel gauge will suddenly drop to empty...then after a minute or so will climb back up to level. What would cause that?

[@MrLucifuge1973]

I've replaced 3 headlight switches 2 multi switches and the DRL on my 97. I've owned it for two years. They recalled the 98's and the '97 3500's but not the 2500. Which, of course, is what I bought. Other then that it's a great van lol

[@Jon-jk8vd]

poor design, the switch carries the whole electrical load of the light.

[@timothyfoeks6446]

I used to own a 1999 dodge ram 1500 regular cab short bed with a 318 and a 5 speed manual transmission and the only problem I ever had with that truck was rust on the body !!!!

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[@jaeb.2842]

Thank you for this!!! Great job

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[@samhobbs2746]

at 8 minute mark, you talk about 4H to 2H shifting. I shifted from 4H to 2H slowly in park because neutral is hard to find because PRND21 gears are stripped, just count and good to go. now my truck is whistling in 2H. sounds like it has a turbo charger.

[@lonzomarshalllll230]

Good work....

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[@lonzomarshalllll230]

Yep... I'm waiting for you one day to do the rear diff lol... I have a leak behind it... I think it's the pinion seal but I cant find a video on it at all...

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[@lonzomarshalllll230]

Dont worry.... I changed it.... no more rear diff leaks...

[@jsv.2932]

I learned something new to me, thank you very much.

[@sirloinofbeef120]

This was actually pretty good

[@joeyhillers9460]

Just bought a 2000 V6 for a winter vehicle and has 4 of these, including the wheel one. But, dumbass before me out 33s on and didn't balance, hopefully that'll solve my problem

[@cliftongardner9085]

that is a fact on what is being termed the death wobble on dodge , my 2500 did it and i mean to get it to never happen again

[@leianeustedt4252]

Wanna visit my dodge? Guessing I have a bad no can do situation., Thanks for the time n info you do!

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[@michaelpope9009]

Wanting to look at a ‘99 Ram 1500 4x4 5.7 V8 automatic. Any thoughts?

[@cameronsmith9068]

What's the actual part called to stabilize the front?

[@LeeLeezy19]

why he reminds me of that guy in robocop 1987 the dude that drives that chevy stepvan

[@slant6guy]

*_Transfer Case Grinding Noise_* on the 2nd Gen. RAM truck was a new one to me! Will be vigilant concerning that one on the '98 RAM 1500 4x4 here as it has a NP231D t-case. Thank you.

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[@halbthere]

Another issue is Thermal door closing under acceleration, and Thermal valve in heater core feed. ( loss of cold air ) while AC is running. Just Sayin

[@zayneridolfi6414]

Didnt even know yall had rocker panels on 1auto i got that north Carolina rot goin on on my rockers haha thank you

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[@nicholasnikbin3713]

I just wanna know if these transmission issues are just automatics... Cause I'm looking to buy a 2001 dodge ram 1500 with 140k miles thats manual transmission...

[@iKyuubi1995]

Mine has 217k miles, haven't heard anything from the transfer case.... then again my truck has other issues with it that might overcrowd the transfer case noises. + the transmission valve. Mine does have a rear main seal leak (small, slowly getting worse but plan on getting rid of her before then.... R.i.p. my first vehicle)

[@MrJoejoethetireman]

How I just found out from this video I can replace the vacuum line with a cable setup for switching to 4x4, that kind of makes me mad. Like this is an option?! Well at least I know now before I go and fix my vacuum line on my 98" 1500!

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[@JohnMilton-qw2yc]

Do you have a 1999 dodge ram 2500, I need to rebuild my rear diff for starters. Looking for the rebuild kit but not having any luck. Bearings, seals, gaskets.

[@frankmoyer9337]

Can you please do a video on the causes of a crank no start on a 98 dodge ram 1500

[@walterkevitzjr4525]

Do sell the bracket to stiffen up the steering?

[@davekana8388]

What’s the part called for the manual override on the vacuum assist? I have a 2000 with a Cummins 2500 triple disc Automatic, love this truck!

[@fsanchez5403]

I have an 01 Ram 4x4 5.9. Bought it for $3K and now am in it for about $17k. Everything is new I'm still glad I didn't buy a $75k truck

[@chrisbyrd986]

My lower steel line was plugged on my 4 wheel drive vacuum

[@cb-gz1vl]

Also there is a kit for the steering shaft to fix some of that slack in the steering wheel.

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[@brianlyke1883]

Just got a 98 2500 5-speed,5.9l gas speedometer not working.and popping when let foot off throttle and low power in 4&5th/ ck engine & abs lights .they changed the exhaust took out the cat

[@Macsleuth]

Cool beans

[@deewhiteside8618]

This video is very helpful

[@Hobojay]

Good job brother.✌️💙🏇🏇🏇

[@comeonyall7549]

Thank you

[@4dirt2racer0]

???? if ur experiencing that grinding when trying to go from 2 to 4, this will most likely get u moving again; iv been a mechanic for almost 40 years iv dealt with that grinding a lot both on my own stuff n other ppls, but iv NEVer heard of what hes talking about.. not saying it doesnt happen cuz im sure it does idk y he'd make all that up, every single time iv ever dealt with it tho, it was either wore clutches in the transfer case or something else to that extent/effect, the workaround iv always used was, simply throw it in neutral, kill the engine, shift into 4 L/H then fire it back up u "Caaaan" force it into 4wd while its running but it clunks HARD n doesnt like it, so hard itll chirp the tires on hard pavement...

[@adrienst.raymond6801]

What’s the part number for that transfer case output shaft snap ring?

[@martinthompson1392]

Broken front control arm mounts on axle...

[@cb-gz1vl]

I have an issue with the cruise control. Some kind of vacuum leak somewhere. I replaced the vacuum hoses, the actuator under the battery, the reserve box under the windshield wipers... no luck. It engages but then slowly loses the speed over a few seconds.

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[@Jerar-e9j]

))) It's all right. Governor, dashboard plastic, rusty and seats... I'll add steering gearbox, wheel hub and yoke )))

[@chadkohler3877]

I need some really good help. I have a 1999 dodge ram 1500. 5.9. I have replaced the whole entire front and upper and lower ball joints everything and I’m getting a vibration between 30 and 45 mph that lasts about three or four seconds and if I release the gas pedal it goes away if I step on the gas pedal it gets a little louder and then goes away and the mechanics where I live at can’t figure it out. Do you have any idea?

[@ronh8126]

You missed the cruise control being placed underneath the battery mount and battery acid leaks down and rots a hole into it. The paint was also an issue.

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+Ron H Thanks for the feedback!

[@henrydycha3738]

Servos are discontinued,

[@frankmoyer9337]

I'm trying to figure out what is going on with my truck it cranks but won't start and my mechanic replaced the coil distributor cap spark plugs wires they checked the timing and fuel pressure and the pcm and it still cranks but won't start. What should I check and what could be causing it to not start. Also they mentioned that the spark is orange and not blue they said that means it is weak spark. they also did a fuel pressure test and it passed.

[@charleswagner2755]

What's the bracket called cause I replaced the entire front end and I still have death wobble I've done ball joints controll arms traction bar stabilizer hubs breaks steering shaft gear box tir rods new bushings new everything and it still wanders all over the place I've even taken it to multiple shops put new tires on it and I can't get rid of the wandering

[@jroar123]

I have a Dodge Ram 2500 2001 gas engine 8 cylinders, 130,000 miles. I gave it a tuneup using the best plugs, wires, and a few other items. Unfortunately this truck gets 10 miles to the gallon. Is there anything I can do to get that gas mileage up?

[@hardcoreexplore6716]

1.dahs 2.trans 3.dash 4.trans 5.the truck

[@williamdon3442]

I think he said “I’m going to see how many times I can say veer i cles” lol

[@codieshepard635]

I daily a 1999 dodge ram 1500 4x4 ya has its problems but never left me stranded on the side of the road

[@genecenora7176]

All your videos are very good but this was a great video ,need more like this, and how can I get one of your T-shirts and Hats. Thanks Gene Pittsburg pa.

[@Theworldaroundme143]

Be nice if you said what that stearing bar stabilizer thing was called lol

[@eggr17ify]

Do you guys have any videos on the transmission regulator valve?

[@perrydewalt903]

Nice video man

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[@terrydoolittlesr3448]

I had someone work on my truck I got a 97 Dodge Ram 1500 series and they snapped off when they changed the fuel pump they snapped off the fitting that goes over the fuel pump your fuel line where can I get a fuel pump line from the fuel pump to the injectors get that part your fuel line

[@jimmyiscrazy913]

My dad has a 99. I love that truck. But it hasnt been legal to drive on the road for 5 and a half years because its rusted pretty bad. I can get body pannels for it but the frames pretty bad as well. I live in western pennsylvania so the road salt is really bad in the winter. Ive been wanting to fix the rust issues but the body pieces alone is over $1000. And i dont know if it would pass inspection if i welded the frame.

[@rebelcowboy5.7l98]

Just spray foam insulation the holes dries cut it flush spray paint it good to go. If the inspector gives u grief tell him where to go. Its been done before.

[@jimmyiscrazy913]

@@rebelcowboy5.7l98 i dont know about that. I want to fix it right if im doing it. Frame especially. Foam doesnt fix the problem. It just hides it and then it gets worse.

[@Realsovietholyman]

do we all have that magpul sticker too?

[@zenteno5p]

What kind of oil do you put to the tranfer case? I got dodge ram 2001 4X4 5.9

[@TracyRobidoux]

What’s the name of part to stabilize the steering

[@timschannel910]

My 2001 dodge ram 1500 is starting up then dieing on me when it gets warm then will not start back until completely cooled off then it will start again I can't drive it now dew to this any information would be appreciated it's the 5.2. V8. 4x4.

[@John-209]

I think you’re off by a year my friend I have a 94 dodge ram and it’s the first year of the gen 2

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+John Reff Thanks for the tip! We'll pass this info along to our production team.

[@unitfour3097]

... on the other end as well , isn't the 2002 the new Gen 3 body style?

[@FlynnsPaintingCompany]

The dash covers are awful you have to take it off in my 97 Dodge ram 318 at some point to change my heater coil you have to take the whole dash out to get to it's already cracked up from the last time it had to be done..

[@shirleyhardy5136]

Have a Ram 2015 Hemi and it started to sputter..know it keeps stalling and nobody seems to know why..please help..owe way to much still on it

[@rhllnm]

P.S. Thanks that I live in the desert, those rocker panels are scary.

[@sayori2194]

My 2004 dodge dakota makes the same grinding noise in the transfer case, do the rams and dakotas share the same 4wd system?

[@scrapbaby6863]

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?

[@artvandellay]

Just picked up a 2001 5.2L with the NV4500 5 speed (not dealing with the godawful auto they gave the second Gen), it has no rust aside from a speck or two. Am I in for some hurt?

[@4x4rcoff-roadtractors54]

No I do have a 2000 Dodge Ram 4 x 4 8 ft bed extended cab no I did have the vacuum leak for the front axle problem if I replace the lines so that I can fix my transfer case never made that noise but I also do have a two-piece drive shaft so I think there's no pressure ever on the transfer case and my dad yeah of course it's shattered has another one over the top of it yeah my steering does do that wanders but I do have oversized tires but I think the vacuum I feel the vacuum for the front axle is more reliable than what they put in cars nowadays you know the electronic stuff because my friend found out he got under my truck once or stuck in the snow when the vacuum leak was happening he just sucked on the hose and he got the front axle to go on a four-wheel drive now can you do that with electronic one probably not