Hi, all. I just purchased a 1998 Dodge Ram Quad Cab 4x4, with the 5.9
v8, 1500 heck of a nice truck,wont go back to anything else. Is
there anything I should be aware of,major problems, except maybe the
transmission? The truck looks like new, low miles, Thanks in advance for
any information. elowejr@webtv.net Elden.
TBone - 16 Mar 2006 20:57 GMT
Keep an eye on that rear axle. They are a weak point.with this truck as
many of them have sub-standard bearings. These trucks also tend to eat up
front brake pads at a rapid rate as well so keep an eye on them. Otherwise,
you should find it to be a great truck. Good luck with it.

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> Hi, all. I just purchased a 1998 Dodge Ram Quad Cab 4x4, with the 5.9
> v8, 1500 heck of a nice truck,wont go back to anything else. Is
> there anything I should be aware of,major problems, except maybe the
> transmission? The truck looks like new, low miles, Thanks in advance for
> any information. elowejr@webtv.net Elden.
e lowejr - 18 Mar 2006 07:27 GMT
TBone Thanks for the info! how and when would I know the rear axle
needs repaired? Noise? wont move? Thanks again.
elower@webtv.net Elden
TBone - 19 Mar 2006 05:29 GMT
Oh, you will know. It will start to howl when this happens at speeds over
30 MPH. The real problem with this truck is its ability to keep noise out.
If you have a sliding rear window, open it up and go for a drive. If the
bearings are going bad, you will hear it then. How many miles on the truck?
If you are over 80,000, you are probably ok as the bearings are good in your
rear or it was already repaired. Most of the cases I have heard of happen
between 40 and 60 thousand miles. Again, the mileage sucks but they are
great trucks, good luck with yours.

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> TBone Thanks for the info! how and when would I know the rear axle
> needs repaired? Noise? wont move? Thanks again.
> elower@webtv.net Elden
e lowejr - 19 Mar 2006 06:27 GMT
TBone -Thanks again for the info! elowejr@webtv.net Elden