What Generation Cummins do I have?
Frequently Asked Questions about the 5.9L & 6.7L Cummins
| Generation | Model Years |
|---|---|
| Generation 1 | 1989 – 1993 |
| Generation 2 | 1994 – 2002 |
| Generation 3 | 2003 – 2009 |
| Generation 4 | 2010 – current |
What years are common rail Cummins?
3rd Generation 6.7L Cummins Emissions
| 3rd Gen 6.7L Cummins Years: | 2007.5-2009 |
|---|---|
| Firing Order: | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Fuel Injection: | Bosch CP3 High Pressure Common Rail System |
| Turbocharger: | Holset HE351VE Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT) |
| Valvetrain: | Overhead Valve Engine (OHV) 4 Valves Per Cylinder |
What years were 1st Gen Cummins?
People familiar with the diesel industry refer to Dodge’s 1989-1993 D/W 250 and 350 lineup as the 1st generation Cummins. The engine was originally used in agriculture solutions which turned out to be a great thing for owners.
How old does a Cummins diesel engine have to be?
They’re simple, rock-solid reliable, and can easily tick off a half a million miles if properly maintained. With this body style (and particularly this engine) being so highly sought after, you can expect to pay a pretty penny for these 20-year-old Rams.
Where can I find the serial number of a Cummins Engine?
Clearly engine data plates contain necessary information, but sometimes they can become unreadable. Below you’ll find a list of Cummins data plate and serial number locations sure to speed identification. From the ISX Series to the 6CTA, we have them all. Visit Diesel Parts Direct to perform your Cummins engine serial number lookup.
When did the first Cummins truck come out?
From our 5.9-liter, 160-horsepower beginnings to the 6.7-liter, 400-horsepower engines available in today’s RAM pickups, Cummins and RAM lead the way in innovation, power and durability. Chrysler initially launched the RAM in 1981.
How many miles does a Cummins engine need?
So if it is a Cummins engine it should only have a particular filter on the exhaust and not require DEF additive. I have a 2008 unit with the ISL HP Cummins engine with a particular filter and have 33,000 miles on it even though I am not fulltime.