QuestionI have been really happy with my truck until a recent
problem surfaced. In the morning, upon first start, the
engine starts with no problem. If I immediatly leave, the
engine acts as if it has no power. The top speed is little
more than 45 mph. After about a half a mile, the engine
"comes to life" and its as if I am being shot from a
slingshot. If the engine however, is allowed to warm up for
a few minutes, there is no problem with the power.
I have checked the lift pump, it is fine. The intake heater
does not engauge as the temp is well above 60F here in
north Louisiana. I was told by a dodge mechanic that it was
probably the injector pump timing and that the whole
pump woould need to be replaced? What are your thoughts?
Thanks
Bryan
Answer I hate to say that those old Bosch VP44 pumps are junk.They have been inproving them with the newer pumps.It is probably the injection pump.Dont get it from Dodge,get it from a Cummins dealer.Since you are in N Louisiana,the closest distibutor is Jackson,MS phone # 601-932-2720 for parts.If you want to install it yourself,call them to ship it to you or just to price check.
