As a niche supplier of parts for only Dodge/Cummins Turbo Diesel trucks, you can imagine that day-in and day-out we get asked many of the same questions. Often owners will want a reference location for the information that we discuss with them. Our go-to source for the data: the Turbo Diesel Register (TDR). Some will balk at a TDR subscription. That’s okay, we know they just want an answer to the problem of the day. We all acknowledge that the TDR keeps Dodge/Cummins owners up to date on problems and…
Exterior Lighting for Your Dodge Ram
YOU LIGHT UP MY LIFE…We are hoping that the corny intro caught your attention. Now what can you do to get the 1977 Debbie Boone song off your mind? Learn more about lighting for your Dodge Ram truck at Geno’s Garage. Let’s talk about exterior lights for your Dodge Ram truck. Previously, we offered a line of aftermarket lights. Some of them were stock-looking and some had winky-tinky features. The price was low, and as we found out, so was the quality. We shouldered the cost of warranty problems, but…
The Five Phases of DIY Learning
THE FIVE PHASES OF D.I.Y. LEARNING Most of us have been there. Perhaps by choice, perhaps not. Some take it as reason to never attempt anything of the sort again. Others are spurred on, feeling more confident—or at least lucky. I’m talking about the experience of stumbling through a new mechanical operation, learning by doing. While instructional materials may be involved—shop manuals, web pages, how-to videos, etc.—this particular type of work proceeds without a seasoned mentor. Live assistance of that sort prevents certain key events, such as getting steps out…
Dodge Cummins Turbo Diesel Manual Transmission Woes
Over the past years, TDR writer Joe Donnelly has written about the manual gearboxes used in our Dodge Turbo Diesel trucks. We’ve selected five in-depth articles from the TDR for you to read. The articles are in PDF format so you can download them to read at your convenience. Read “Rebuilding the NV5600 Transmission” now. Rebuilding the NV5600 Transmission Rebuild of My NV5600 An Overview of the G56 Transmission Rebuilding the G56 Transmission Manual Transmission Rebuilds and Upgrades G56 Manual Transmission Woes There are several recurring messages in these articles:…
Rebuilding the NV5600 Transmission
REBUILDING THE NV5600 SIX-SPEED TRANSMISSION Back in 2001, most of our Ram Turbo Diesels with manual transmissions had five-speeds, either the Getrag used on First Generation trucks, or the New Venture NV4500 that was used on Second Generation trucks (1994-up). Only a few (24-valve High Output) Turbo Diesels had the six-speed New Venture NV5600. In Issue 30, pages 36-37, we discussed lubricants, wear issues, and the fully splined mainshaft upgrade to prevent 5th gear from sliding out of position on the NV4500 five-speed. In Issue 31, pages 23-27, we discussed…