because at the time there was no other option. (ie, the duraflite was not availible)

 

It sure is a shame that they skimped on the connecting rods and pistons. A V8 with 403 CI is a great idea too bad its not a medium class of motor. Well theres that and the horrible jap design that had to complicate getting to everything. I would rather slow it down than have to work on it again!

But then again the cummins common rail rods are a step backwards compared to their earlier motors. My experience with the Dmax is just like the old saying they seem to run best right before they let go. I have been through a couple P2's but think I may of solved one of the issues by EFI and going to 342 gears.

 

Yeap, Japs know how to squeeze 10 lbs of poop in a 2 1/2 lb box.....LOL They superseed the 5 lber.

 

I have to agree that when you push anything beyond design parameters, you are your on warranty station!

I cannot comment much on transmissions as I know little. I will say that the Dodge unit has been modified successfully for several years now and has been improved upon.

Keep in mind, the low end torque that we Cummins owners enjoy has it's downfalls when trying to put it to the ground. Potentially, the hi RPM of the GM diesel might also create problems within the Dodge trans if coupled together.

I will say there is no easy answer to either problem.

Either support your truck or sell it and support another.

 

Hey max, don't take it too hard, I luv my CTD but sure admire the dmaxes. Solid trucks, great engine and tranny. Would have bought one if the dealer here in Puyallup wasn't such a ????head.

 

Actually that isn't what I was getting at. Parts on the motor are too innertwined sort of speak. It takes 45 minutes to swap inj on my cummins compared to a long full day on the Max... 10 minutes to change a water pump on a Cummins all day on the Max... Valve lash 20 min on the cummins 1/2 day on a Max. The Japs where stupid on their design for servicablility.

 

I know exactly what you mean.... I used to be a Nissan Tech.....Hung the tools up after I finished my 4 yr. degree in EET. Try to swap some turbo's on a Nissan 300z twin turbo while the motor is still in the car...LOL

Edited: Oh, almost forgot... Do some timing chain sets on some of the front wheel drive cars. Depending on which one, all air tools, 8-10 hrs all up over your head.