THIS Is What Good Maintenance Can Do! Beautiful 2005 5.9 Cummins In For Some More Care

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

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[@grzegorzgrzelczyk]

Somethings wrong with the link.

[@TamagoHead]

@@grzegorzgrzelczykYeah, iPhone, chrome & safari.

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

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[@harrisroyer3030]

ooh 50% off!

[@brucethecurmudgeon8538]

My 2000 Ram 2500 5.9 Cummins has 647, 500 miles on it. Its reliability has been flawless.

[@OcRefrig]

Nice ! Super glad to hear that. my 1999 cummins 2500 has 210,000. no blow by at last test a few months ago. I Love My cummins. It starts nice. First rotation & She starts Quick.

[@williamjones4483]

@@OcRefrig "First rotation & She starts Quick." Really? I wouldn't expect that fast of a start from a diesel engine as they run on compression and usually need at least a few full revs to build up enough compression to fire. Gasoline engine, yes. Diesel engine, no.

[@chadjelliston5652]

How many of those miles have you put on the truck? I own a 99 with 160,000 miles. I’d like to keep this truck as long as possible. How often do you do oil changes? I try and do mine every 5K. I usually am towing 85% of the time with it in the hills of northern California.

[@yafois988]

I considered a 09 D2500 w 150K ives and few upgrades on it. Very nice rig too. WANTS 18K, Its high some IMO, no doubt though. else might look closer.

[@bigmurph1447]

My 96 cummins has 502000

[@NxCmp]

The extra effort by an employee to provide sold work and really try to give it back in a better condition than received is excellent. Bravo!

[@rodstawaa]

Far and few between in any sector these days

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Well said!

[@peterljubicich9451]

Maintenance is everything! I bought my ‘98 12 valve Cummins new and it’s going on it’s 28th Alaskan winter. Oil changed every 3k and it’s still my everyday driver. Still going strong.

[@Offroader451-rm5jz]

Impressive!

[@Carado5150]

What are you using for rust prevention?

[@peterljubicich9451]

@@Carado5150 I fix all chips and wash regularly, including underbody rinse. Very little salt used in Alaska so no rust holes on the body and the frame is still in good shape. I've been lucky with the interior as well: still looks good inside.

[@cmarbormaster]

How many miles!!??

[@peterljubicich9451]

it’s at 290,000

[@InsignificantSpeckOfDust]

Mechanic: "This truck is Gold Seal dude.....Your total today is $4587.26 ...How would you like to pay?"

[@stephenkramme7063]

Thank you for showing a truck that the customer takes care of!

[@mking9446I]

I've been out the shop close to 15 yrs. This is the shop I dreamed of. Good guys doin good work and the fuckin floor is clean!!!!!

[@rofigueroa08]

Until the invoice hits , the. You'll be left crying

[@marshalllapenta7656]

19 YEARS not too bad NICE TO SEE DAVE STILL OUT THERE....... Most of that is surface rust, didn't see much corrosion anywhere.

[@InspectorVol]

Just bought an 06 2500 with the 5.9 Cummins. 148k, oil changed every 5k, fuel filter every 3rd oil change, transmission, diffs, transfer case all serviced at proper intervals. One owner, and she is tight. I hope for many more miles of service.

[@ChrisC-y1j]

Dave is the ultimate Shop owner. A super well maintained truck with not major issues and still found about 2k worth of work to estimate. Front Rotors, Rear pads and Rotors and caliper service, front and rear diff service, trans service, t case service, front pinion seal, radiator hoses, possible Banks intake. lol. Goes to show you can always find money if you are thorough and honest. No need to make stuff up.

[@sheltdog8463]

Maintenance is the life blood of any Vehicle! I bought a Dodge Dakota brand new in 04. I do all my maintenance on her. She still looks brand new except a couple scratch’s in the paint. She’s pushing 300k and doesn’t burn a drop of oil!

[@jkramer4716]

Yes sir Dave, good maintenance on a vehicle is everything! I mean the people that do good maintenance on their vehicles are very much admired by mechanics. Plus, the good maintenance people have respect and appreciate the things that they own. Respect and appreciation goes a long way versus no respect and no appreciation.

[@scientist100]

as a mechanic, I quickly learned about those sharp corners on lifts. I installed a rubber material on them so they won't hit you dry hard.

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Great idea👏👏

[@018fpv]

the foam corner pieces that come with radiators in the boxes work well tied to the end of the lift arms - that sucker made me see stars far too many times

[@user-jz1ht8ry2w]

My ute mud flaps copped the arms and left deep scratches from the dealership. Thanks that dealership and they are meant to look after your vehicle!!!!

[@JoelK-n1z]

Dave and his boys need their own TV show. I’d binge watch the heck out of it 😂

[@trollingdirty8910]

Was visiting my daughter in SLC this weekend and drove past the shop! Love the content!

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@jasongroat9809]

When you know you have a Holy Grail (5.9-5 Speed), you should take care of it. Great video Dave.

[@cmarbormaster]

5.9 6 speed??!

[@concrete2733]

As a truck owner from the rust belt, a nice coat of black fluid film on the frame and underside of that thing would look great and get rid of that rust

[@4.8Sam]

@@RJ-se9opit’s the absolute best. Lay a thick coat and maintain before winter yearly.

[@SEWFARDOWNUNDER]

Love this kinda stuff , good wholesome , honest & straight shooting advice and service and I can also see you treat your employees with respect and gratitude . Id purchase a used car inspection report off you guys for sure. Respect from AUS . :)

[@leewalker3514]

Dave, I’m going to brag a little bit. I have a 05 ram 3500 with the same motor 5.9 Cummins it has 270,000 miles on it. Zero blow by I have been religious with the transmission change they all change and I use the oil called Duron It’s made in Canada and the valves cover when I took it off. Was like brand new on the inside when I drain my oil on this truck you can see through it. This is the best oil I wish you would check into it. I have ever seen. It is called Duron It might cost you some money to maintain those but in the long run, there’s proof it works.

[@9ckr716]

DURON*** I think you mean

[@JoshuaFlinn-r5s]

Are you sure you don’t mean Duron? DeRon IS and oil company that pulls it out of the ground. But they don’t make the motor oil.

[@leewalker3514]

@ yes sir they do. I found it in Valdosta, Georgia, and then I started researching it so they do make heavy duty motor oil now

[@JR_Diesel]

This is literally normal lol. I see 300k+ mile cummins pickups every single day 😂

[@nickkiosk5513]

is it automatic or nv5600?

[@unaffiliated_x9279]

My approach this past 5 yrs is, I can't afford not to maintain my truck. If you compare a bill at the shop to a new truck payment then it's a no-brainer.

[@michaelmedina1719]

not to mention the new truck will still have shop costs soon

[@vandalsgarage]

2007 Ram 2500, last of the 5.9s in my garage. Over 400K miles, and the truck is still beautiful. I did replace the drivers seat foam and cover, and need to respray the roof, where the sun has baked through the clear coat. I am meticulous about maintenance.

[@tjgrant3124]

best auto mechanic content on the tube. FANTASTIC

[@Reality-wb8of]

Just bought a 2002 35th Anniversary Camaro with only 80,000 miles from Arizona and I live in Kelowna BC Canada, still runs great 👍🏽.

[@davescott124]

Hearing "you're solid dude" from Dave must just levitate you right outa the atmosphere with pride :) nice moment.

[@georgiapatriot4575]

Thanks for sharing this. It’s nice to see a well maintained vehicle every now and then.

[@Travesty_INC]

Not a diesel but my '14 Ram 1500 just hit 200K miles/320K KM (here in Canada) and I live in the rust belt, I'm thankful for my former workplace being a rust proofing center, last time I was under my truck it appears to still be rust free, minus some surface rust on control arms and rear shocks.

[@starstray4326]

Is yours deleted? Is the 6.7 truly that reliable with all the emissions stuff?

[@Travesty_INC]

@@starstray4326 No the v6 gasser.

[@starstray4326]

@@Travesty_INC ohhh ok sorry I skipped the first part of your comment somehow

[@Travesty_INC]

@@starstray4326 It's all good, we've all done that.

[@OcRefrig]

Hey Dave, That Truck has some Rust under it. You should provide a service To Do some Rust Prevention. Wire wheel / Sanding & Painting Frame , cross members , Drive shaft etc. Paint Metal with Rustoleum Red oxide primer. IT WILL NEVER RUST AGAIN ! i painted a Boat trailer with Rustoleum Red oxide primer after sand blasting it. IT NEVER RUSTED AGAIN after 100's of Uses in SALT WATER / The Pacific Ocean in California here. i never have seen anything like it. i never even put paint over the Primer. zero rust !

[@Ken-h9r]

Every hard undercoating is a hit or miss. That's why I use fluid film.

[@dogsbyfire]

Really nice tool setup in those green chests. Would make a nice video to hear such a skilled mechanic explain how he organizes his tools in the drawers, etc. Thanks for another great video!

[@cannonmead2766]

Just bought my 3rd gen with 98k on it. I’m also in Utah. Built the trans immediately. Swapped to a fass pump. Thought I had the lowest mileage around and you show us this gem.

[@paulthompson1654]

A well looked after truck , fairly rare beast . A responsible owner wow ....Nice

[@mhk67091]

Maintenance… Maintenance… Maintenance!!! Key to longevity

[@mrflynn1205]

Way to go Big Dave ! Microwave ready meals are the future !

[@BrunoBorges704]

Future of the cancer

[@ernestg.harveyjr7087]

Dirty caliper slides no oil leaks is a miracle 😄👍

[@DaveBigDawg]

Need to start using bump cap while under the vehicles

[@Grump-kv1tn]

Or wear hard hat.

[@DaveBigDawg]

@Grump-kv1tn no need for a full on hard hat A bump cap is a mini hard hat and just a cap with a hard shell

[@DeltaSierra426]

DANG what a great truck! So many diesels working HARD for their life, but this is like a Grandpa's truck that is meticulously cared for...well, except for the sexi Banks rear diff cover, lol, but even the old timers know and respect Gale Banks, right? 2005 = pre-emissions, so heck, under 100K miles... that might be a rare case where a vehicle actually gains value?? JUST NEAT.

[@2006Mercury]

Another 10/10 dave

[@timtrax918artisan8]

I dont believe ive seen this mechanic before but he is top notch as always at your place

[@bounderchris]

LOL, I was just thinking about that banks cover and was like I bet they make one for that truck and sure enough he has one

[@RBTMOTORSPORTSLLC]

Get that thing coated up with fluid film before winter. On track to last forever

[@justincarpenter8866]

I learned to drive on my dads old 04 Cummins. I miss that truck.

[@ajcorral8354]

For those wondering what flashlight Dave uses. He’s using flashlight named Olight which has 1300 lumens, laser, and black light. An amazing flashlight I use it for construction and use it everyday. Very handy and easy to carry. Also it’s magnetic so working under a hood of a vehicle makes life a lot easier. Nice light Dave 🤙

[@crystalwolfe4253]

The 6 spd Manuel I believe is what makes that trucks motor good

[@TrapperWelch]

When towing 10k pounds or more yea

[@DougsHomestead]

Sway bar links are all I've had to do to my 2004 front end. Well, the universals in the axle were replaced. 4000 mile oil changes with Wix filters in everything that needs one.

[@Kevin_aka_RockGuy]

I have a late 02 5.9 Cummins dually, with 118K as of this post. Many stories of keeping up with making it just as nice as this one, actually better in my opinion. Bought it new in 03. Mostly stock, 6 speed leather loaded. I am exempt from any emissions headaches and all of my upgrades are justified utility. Just to mention a few...FASS lift pump with digital gauge set, 275 injectors, aluminum billet push rod cover no vents, newer certified Bosh vp44, ARB air locker front Dana 60, Moog rebuilt front end, steering box stabilizer, Ceramic pads with drilled and slotted rotors, Tilt stock dump bed(yes, dump truck capable) Linex, class V rear receiver, front hitch, Firestone air bags with onboard air controller, proportional in dash mounted trailer brake, Banks E-Brake,12k winch, 5th wheel hitch, camper frame rail mounted hold downs, 3rd Gen Mirrors. Paid $31k for it, was it a good deal? I think so, all things considered. Would I buy a new one? ...not likely, so there is that.

[@Richard-e7b3e]

That trucks a diamond no doubt. Nice Reliable as your favorite hammer

[@justinjohnson7953]

My dad’s 04 just hit 450k! I’m thinking about getting one myself.

[@littlebitoflife4954]

Dave has a good eye!!

[@williamjones4483]

I've got an '04 GMC Sierra 2500HD w/Alisson Series 1000 trans that has just under 530,000 miles. All in all, it runs quite well and is somewhat stingy with the fuel. My younger brother whom I bought the truck from, was over the other day and I say to him, let's check for blowby. Removed the oil filler cap and let it rest in place with the engine running. The cap did not attempt to move one bit so he checked for blowby with his hand and said he could not feel a thing. Admittedly I probably do not change the oil and filter as often as I should. I use an AC PF 2232 filter and Shell Rotella T5 15W-40 synthetic blend oil about every 13,000 miles. I would normally use Shell Rotella T6 full synthetic except that oil in 2.5 gallon jugs is hard to find here. Oh, my truck has the original exhaust system.

[@martyanthony4116]

Must be a GM thing. Mine is close to 400k original exhaust.

[@williamjones4483]

@@martyanthony4116 Most likely because GM collaborated with Isuzu in the beginning. Except for Detroit Diesel and EMD, General Motors never really had a successful diesel engine. Even the 1st generation Duramax had their injector issues.

[@lucaslouro4021]

Twiddling the fingers had me dying😂😂😂😂 Great ad!

[@ja5onl6]

I just purchased a ford f800 with a 5.9 cummins with only 44k miles.😮. Was looking for a 3/4 or 1 ton for pulling equipment around the farm but this beast became avail for only 8 grand.

[@jeffreyberkey8371]

I just sold my 05 3500 with over300,000 on it maintenance is the biggest thing to keep it running but for me living in central Pennsylvania salt is your enemy

[@4.8Sam]

Fluid film/wool wax undercoat !

[@freedomfighter5095]

Shout out to MAXXEON for making one badass flashlight the “Cyclops” I friggin use these as headlight for the mini bikes and one on the back with a bit of taillight tape. I have 2 in every color

[@ThatGuy-rf8de]

Good maintenance is the key to any vehicle lasting a long time. My family has always been diligent about maintenance, and as a result, we have many high-mileage vehicles. My dad owns a 2011 F-150 Ecoboost with 305,000 miles. My cousin, who owns a business, has four 5.4L Triton vans, with the lowest mileage at 400,000. He also has two Transit vans with the 3.5L Ecoboost, both with over 400,000 miles. He also owns three Chevy 6.0L trucks, all around 500,000 miles, and two F-550s with the 6.7L engine-one at 580,000 miles and the other at 700,000 miles. Every vehicle mentioned is still running on its original engine. The only major failure was my dad's truck, which needed a transmission replacement at 250,000 miles.

[@douglasmayherjr.5733]

Nice truck. Don’t see many like that in Michigan. Looks like an excellent, conscientious mechanic, those are getting harder to find.

[@daviderickson6933]

Honestly that valve lash spec you mentioned sounds like way too much mine says .10 and .20

[@bigpapapump8418]

I don't know 'bout them earrings 😅 but it looks like you've got a solid man there, Dave. He's talking the straight-line on his investigation of that Dodge.

[@jackhofalot6705]

absolute perfect example of why you should stop judging people based on their appearance. This man is a true tech, even with his earrings. Imagine all the other times you've judged someone based on looks, who knows what type of knowledge and work ethic they hold behind their appearance. Not everyone wants to be told exactly how they "should" look. Some people actually think for themselves.

[@martyanthony4116]

I have 2009 GMC. Its got near 400,000 miles, or 610,000 kms. Still has the original exhaust. And yes, that’s what n Canada.

[@dalezalewski7759]

Must be uplifting to get a vehicle in for 100K checkup and find that it's been so well maintained.

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

We love it 👍

[@Timmay_3636]

Sweet truck, really enjoyed this vid!

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@danielerenae]

Man Dave would be the best boss. I guy could learn so much.

[@OcRefrig]

The Reason the Front Rotors Show Heat is --- The Rear Brakes are not Working very well. REALLY COMMON ON THE 2nd gen. i'll bet same on that 3rd gen. i Have a 2nd gen 1999 cummins. ( 210,000 miles ) Brought it to a Shop that Replaced All Worn out stuff on the front end. Control arms were clunking. i carry alot of weight on the truck. utility body. as Soon as they Got the Rear Brakes working Properly. Truck Stops 200% better & no more Smoking Front Rotors ! CHECK THOSE REAR BRAKES to see if they are Operating properly ! i Highly recommend Taking the Rear brakes apart & Servicing / Lubricating Pins Checking for RUST JACKING on pads etc.

[@TrapperWelch]

My 2007 Ram 3500 DRW 6 speed, I bought in 2021 with only 59k from Lake Havasu, AZ. No rust being an AZ truck all of its life. All it needs is maintenance and will last me till I die.

[@AdelJeffreyJeffreysAuto]

Im in the middle east and i would love to own a 5.9 truck with a stick. Sadly they weren't brought here.

[@raulsada2823]

I live in Los Angeles it's so hard to find a decent honest mechanic especially in dealerships I have gotten to do basic maintenance had to learn the hard way hope you can make a video on some good mechanics

[@lyndonhamby7432]

I bought a 06 3500 new. Still love it. Not for sale 😂💪🏻🇺🇸

[@liamhogan5600]

I work at a dodge ram jeep dealer in Massachusetts and I laughed when you said there’s a bit of rust under there, up here them trucks don’t have rust they have rot😂

[@ajdest85UNC]

Sell upper and lower ball joints!!! The. Alignment amd sell eccentric bushings to adjust camber. If its 4wd. Thats 15-17 hours labor

[@kdw75]

My '98.5 has 198k miles on it and I have never replaced the front axle knuckles. I joke that the reason I don't fix the slow oil pan leak is because it is probably keeping the steering knuckles lubircated. :) I knew several others that had to replace theirs a couple of times before 200k.

[@TamagoHead]

I had my mouth washed out with Ivory bar soap for using the F word. My pops used the word Gunfunnit! 🤣

[@VWHNeal1018]

Do your maintenance on your vehicles. Protect your investment. And be careful about who you allow under your hood.

[@chrisscullynz]

Cars are not investments, they are pure liabilities.

[@jackc5293]

@@chrisscullynz Peace of mind is an investment and in this case a pretty solid one. This guy never has to buy another truck again which means no payment and all of the service headache and emissions crap that comes with. Yes it will continue to cost money to maintain but one DEF catalyst will cover easily 5 years of the total maintenance bill of a clean 06 Cummins Ram. Having no liabilities means having no truck. Some men would rather die than be without.

[@jayburbs15]

Factor is pretty good food. My kids love it 🎉😂😅

[@phillipcramer7936]

I have essentially the same truck with 190,000 miles, except mine is a short bed so it has a one piece driveshaft. I believe i spotted a NV5600 cast iron transmission, which mine also has. It's been a good truck. The brakes are the main problem. The calipers don't float properly, as you pointed out. I live in the rust belt so I have a shop apply rustproofing oil every fall. The calcium chloride brine they use to pretreat the roads is highly corrosive. 🤬

[@gsxr440]

Best shop I've ever seen .... love watching these videos

[@dowregubben6684]

I worck on trucks in norway and i alway hitt the stands. Newwer gonna learn :) nice chop.

[@frankmitchell5979]

Parking brake link and bever is a big wear issue on these. Especially the manual models Great choice going with the 6spd

[@zombienectar]

I tape pieces of foam pool noodles on the corners. They are head savers.

[@Undrstndme]

I felt that shyyyyt😂😂😂😂😂

[@aaarauz1]

a manual truck, too -- I love it !

[@genehart261]

If he wants to get super high miles go back to the stock air cleaner. Oiled Gauze (K&N type) filters allow bigger dust particles than paper elements hence higher engine wear. Nice Truck!

[@123gonow]

That lift didn’t move a bit Dave lol ! Wish I had a dollar for every time I did that !

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Right!!?

[@NxCmp]

*bangs head* You called it!

[@paultice610]

If you take care of your vehicle it will take care of you i have a 2000 tundra with 265,000 miles on it and it has left me walking yet lots of fluid changes over the years

[@elev8lounge44]

That ad was dope!

[@JamesLeedham-g1d]

We use swepco trans engine rearends t case 1.9 millon 2000 silverado 6.5 3sets marine injectors few odds ends.

[@deziking]

Dave can you give us more content than 9 mins plz.

[@jeriwollmann7366]

He did. 42 seconds more than 9 minutes. 👍🔧

[@blackstar_1069]

Id be happy with an hour videos tbh

[@deziking]

@@blackstar_1069 same here shieet.

[@TamagoHead]

True! If you take care of your car, it takes care of you?

[@williamjones4483]

@05:15 Damn, I felt THAT!

[@CZ-kz7ug]

Roloc might be an eraser for rust on rotors.

[@simonbailey2151]

Nice video. Personally I prefer the ambient noises of the shop in the background rather than random rock guitars. It’s like looking at an attractive painting but being distracted by a smell of flatulence.

[@buctorque4313]

Im 57 and still hit my head like that too Dave . Hurts like hell.

[@jeepsblackpowderandlights4305]

Wish i could have you guys rebuild my AMC 360 engine. The cam bearing delaminated on me. Common issue with those engines.. and ive never seen you guys work on an AMC engine. Would be interesting to see

[@ernestg.harveyjr7087]

Damn almost showroom condition interior definitely a rare find😁

[@Brandon-z7x]

Recommend ditching the warm air intake too

[@sebastianmcdavid9458]

Hey keep a cheap hard hat around for when you are under vehicles. Good bump on the head can cut sometimes

[@orzad69]

Nice clean Idaho pick up!

[@bartfart2123]

did you say 95,000 miles on an 05 cummins? i put 95,000 miles on my 03 cummins the first year i had it. now it's got 625,000 miles on it and it's still a beast.

[@Patrick-USA86]

Dave what’s your opinion on caught cans

[@jaredwyaco9369]

Dave, I recommend you get a bump cap to protect your little noggin 😄

[@westrotter7847]

Man I felt that Dave !! Ouch !!!!

[@doodskie999]

Our local shop taped a thick piece of cardboard on those lift arms. Saved them thousands on medical bills lol