How much is a 98 Dodge Ram 2500 worth?
1998 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 trade-in prices range from $300 – $3,787. Get a more accurate value for your car with the Edmunds appraisal tool.
Is a 98 Cummins a 12-valve?
1. Simple Design. Meet the 12-valve version of the 5.9L Cummins, produced from ’89-’98. A cast-iron block and head, forged-steel crankshaft and connecting rods, an inline-six design and mechanically controlled direct injection all play into the hands of a power plant built for maximum reliability and longevity.
How much HP can you get out of a 12-valve Cummins?
See all 18 photos Without turning up the air (with a bigger turbo) or fuel (injectors), we didn’t expect record gains from the Dodge Ram’s 5.9L 12-valve Cummins engine. Still, the basic-upgraded powerplant managed to generate 200 hp, which is impressive, given its 215 flywheel-horsepower rating from the factory.
Is the 12-valve Cummins a good engine?
The Cummins 12v/6BT is widely regarded as the best and most reliable diesel engine ever produced. These engines are extremely simplistic, operating with mostly mechanical components rather than complicated electronic ones. The simplicity allows for massive power potential in conjunction with ultimate reliability.
What generation is a 1998 Dodge?
In 1998, Dodge continued to produce the second generation of its Ram line of trucks, which featured the styling changes and Magnum engines first introduced in 1994.
Which year 12 valve Cummins is best?
1996-1998 has the best injection pumps (perhaps ignoring the 1989-1993 VE) and stronger automatics compared to earlier years. Look at the buyers guide section in the thread below. The 1998 12 valve trucks were only built in 1997.
Why is the 5.9 Cummins reliable?
If you don’t consider the fuel system, the 5.9 Cummins is a very reliable engine. The internal parts like the pistons, rods, and crank will last for a zillion miles even with some abuse. The turbos are very responsive and will give a long service life, but they don’t have a tremendous horsepower potential.