All the Cummins Engines are direct injected diesel fuel into the combustion chamber.
Up to 1988 1/2, the fuel system is mechanically controlled, needing only power to the injection pump to run. Newer trucks use a computer. In factory form most need a tach signal, or they shut down.
Dodges come with a weaker Getrag 5 speed, stronger NV4500, or even stronger NV5600
or a 4 speed auto that has the same issues as all work truck autos.
Grumman GM step vans have a 4 cyl version of the same motor, and use a TH400 or SM465.
96-98 3/4 ton Diesel Dodges with a stick shift can get 25+ MPG, and put out
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Power (SAE net)
* 215 bhp @ 2600 rpm - 49 state manual
* 180 bhp @ 2500 rpm - all auto. trans
* 180 bhp @ 2500 rpm - CA man. trans
Torque (SAE net)
* 440 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm - 49 state manual
* 420 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm - all auto. trans
* 420 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm - CA man. trans
Compression Ratio: 17.5:1
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in stock trim, and 300HP/600FtLB is not extreme, so towing is not a problem but you may lunch a stock tranny after awhile.
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68 Chevrolet k20 Longbed 350 SM465/205, Dana 44, 14bolt, Power steering, Power Disk Brakes, 35" BFGs.
84 Chevrolet Suburban K20 6.2 Banks turbo TH400/NP208 Now with G80
68 GMC C20 Parts? Truck
And a few cars
