1998 Dodge Ram 3500 diesel for sale - Tyler, TX

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Tyler Car & Truck Center
7906 South Broadway
Tyler Tx 75703
Office: 903-534-8828
Cell/Text: Nine36-Three66-Two500

www.tylertruckandboat.com

start up walkaround youtube link below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ta8k5Co-Usc&ab_channel=JoshGardner

Vehicle Information:
Safety:
Driver/front passenger "Next Generation" air bags w/passenger on/off switch
Color-keyed unibelt restraint system w/front/rear center lap belts, rear shoulder harness
Front shoulder belt height adjusters
Side-guard door beams
Dual note electric horn
Interior:
Black vinyl floor covering
2-spoke steering wheel
Instrument cluster-inc: 120/125 MPH speedometer
Voltmeter, trip odometer, oil pressure/engine temp gauges
Fasten seat belts/key-in-ignition/headlamps-on warning buzzer
Hood release in cab
Fixed antenna
Dash insulation liner
Cigar lighter w/pwr outlet
Color-keyed full length door trim panels w/armrests
Day/night rearview mirror
Color-keyed sun visors
Passenger assist handle
Dual-opening retractable cup holder
Storage tray
Cab back panel stowage
Cargo lamp
Exterior:
Premium paint w/clear coat finish
Bright front/rear bumpers w/step pads
Bright grille
Transfer case skid plate
Halogen headlamps
Clearance lamps
Removable tailgate w/caliper latches, color-keyed "Dodge" decal
Tinted glass windows
Variable-speed intermittent windshield wipers
Corrosion resistant zinc-coated galvanized steel w/anti-chip coating
Dual rear hinged access doors
Mechanical:
5.9L, 24V, 24 Valve, ISB
47RE Transmission.
NV241 HD 2-speed transfer case w/front shift-on-the-fly auto hubs
3.54 axle ratio
Four wheel drive
750-amp maintenance-free battery
136-amp alternator
HD engine cooling
8' pickup box-inc: dual wall construction, one-piece high strength steel floor, 2-tier loading capability, bulkhead dividing provision, tie down loops
11,000# GVWR (4850 front/7500 rear), springs (4850 front/7500 rear), axles (4850 front/7500 rear)
Solid front axle w/link-coil suspension
Solid rear axle w/longitudinal leaf springs
HD front/rear shock absorbers
Front stabilizer bar
Conventional spare tire w/winch spare tire carrier
(7) 16" x 6" steel wheels
Bright wheel skins
Variable assist pwr steering
Pwr front disc/rear drum brakes
35 gallon fuel tank
Exhaust emission control system
Stainless steel exhaust system

Tyler Car & Truck Center
7906 South Broadway
Tyler Tx 75703
Office: 903-534-8828
Cell/Text: Nine36-Three66-Two500

www.tylertruckandboat.com

Start up walkaround youtube link below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ta8k5Co-Usc&ab_channel=JoshGardner

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HISTORY/GENERAL INFO
For the second half of the 1998 model year, Dodge made some major mechanical changes to their diesel-powered trucks. Ram 2500/3500 trucks maintained their signature body style with some slight cosmetic changes but received a new modified version of the 5.9 Cummins diesel engine. Leading the field and competition in horsepower and torque has played an important role throughout the history of the automotive industry, none more so than the ultra-competitive diesel marketplace. This ultimately helped lead to the introduction of the 24-valve diesel engine.

5.9 24-VALVE
The big upgrade on the 5.9 Cummins diesel engine midway thru 1998 (or 1998.5 as it is often referred to) was doubling the number of valves in the cylinder head from 2 valves to 4 valves per cylinder. The combination of increased valves, as well as an enhanced fuel system, significantly increased airflow and provided more precise fueling, all while delivering more horsepower and torque. Incorporating 4 valves per cylinder not only gave the engine more power but also provided enhanced throttle response and a broader torque curve.

Maintaining the legendary level of reliability was another major focus when redesigning the 5.9. The existing cast-iron block and cylinder head were already proven commodities and were more than capable of handling the increase in power. The forged steel crankshaft and connecting rods were also carried over due to their durability. The fuel system was upgraded to increase performance with a new fuel injection pump that replaced the Bosch VP44 pump. In addition, the new electronically controlled VP44 injection pump was responsible for pressurizing the fuel, controlling the injection timing, and monitoring fuel flow.

While the injection pump on the 24-valve was electric, the injectors remained mechanical. The high-pressure mechanical injectors were redesigned to inject fuel into the center of the piston. In addition to the new centrally located fuel injectors, the piston fuel bowls were redesigned to match the injector’s new spray pattern. The 24V engine continued to utilize the Holset HX35W turbocharger until 2001-2002 when trucks with automatic transmissions were fitted with the Holset HY35W.

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