2005 Dodge Ram

2005 Dodge Ram questions and answers

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Q: 2005 Dodge Ram 3500 Cummins tranny model identification?
I need to know, preferably with a link to a reference that confirms your answer beyond doubt, what transmission model is used on a 2005 Dodge Ram 3500 Cummins turbodiese, 6-speed manual. The truck is a dooley, Laramie trim level.

A: There are 2 possibilities. It's either the new Venture 5600 (NV5600) or the gertag G56 You can tell the difference by the shifter. If reverse is away from the driver and towards the dash it's the NV5600. If reverse is towards the driver and back towards the seat you've got the G56. Both good transmissions but the NV5600 is easier to rebuild and parts are cheaper. Best of luck with it!

Q: i have a 2005 dodge ram open differential how can i make it limited slip differential.?
i have a 2005 dodge ram open differential how can i make it limited slip differential. were can i buy the parts and can i do it my self or do i need special tools.

A: it really is cheaper and better to go to a salvage yard and buy one from them that is already set up as a limited slip differential,with the tools you would have to buy plus the parts you,d have three times what you could go out and buy one for,it makes more sense to buy one than to try an set one up,good luck.

Q: What headers should I put on my 2005 Dodge Ram 1500?
I have a dodge ram 1500 5.7 liter V8 Hemi. Its the Laramie package. It has a Magnaflow cat-back exhaust with 3 inch tubing and a 4 inch rear side outlet. I want to put headers on and i wanted to see what you guys recommended for my truck. one more question. Will I need to modify my exhaust to fit the long tube headers?

A: full length headers are easier to run the exhaust off of is the only difference,the shorty headers are the best but the hardest to modify an exhaust for,good luck.

Q: i have a 2005 dodge ram how do i know ir it has limited slip differential?
i have a 2005 dodge ram how do i know ir it has limited slip differential. V8 4.7 eng crew cab

A: You can either try to decipher the VIN code, or do this: Jack up one side of the rear end. Put the transmission in neutral. Try to rotate the tire. If it doesn't turn, you have the limited-slip differential.

Q: What kind of mpg are you getting from your 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 Diesel?
And did and aftermarket K&N improve it much if you got one. I'm thinking about buying one if the insurance isn't through the roof.

A: I just bought one, 2006 Auto 4x4 2500 Quad Cab running slight oversize tires (285-70-17 I think) and a Ranch Hand bumper hanging off the front. For tuning I am running an edge Juice witith Attitude. I have only put 200 on it since I bought it, topped when purchased and again before putting it in the shop just to see and hand figured that I had only gotten15.8 mpg. That was off only a partial tank so that makes it more prone to errors than if I had run till the low fuel warning came on. Also, my Torque converter wasgoing out. The new torque converter might be more efficent than my old on its last legs one so here's hopeing because I am very disapointed, I was expecting to get that while towing. Also this was done with the Edge set on powerlevel 1

Q: What performance modifications should I make to my 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 with a 5.7L hemi?
I do race it at an 1/8th mile drag strip against other vehicles. So any ideas of good performance and power upgrades?

A: the best bang you,ll actually get for the amount of money you can spend is on a programmer,they give the most performance for the least amount of money,other than improving the exhaust on it a programmer would be the first thing i would add to it,good luck

Q: How to take cv axle shaft off of 2005 dodge ram?
Was wondering exactly how you take the cv axle shaft off of the pickup. I am talking about near the front diff. Any ideas?

A: I've only worked on GM/Vauxhall cars but I am guessing you would need to remove the road wheels remove track rod end remove lower ball joint knock out the cv shaft from the wheel hub until its out turn wheel hub round and then you will have access to the driveshaft remove CV boot the CV axle is normally held in place to the driveshaft with a cir clip, just prize this out and the CV should fall off

Q: What kind of supercharger should I get for my 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 with a 5.7L hemi?
I do race it against other vehicles at an 1/8th mile drag strip.

A: there's other mods you can do to it besides add a super charger or a turbo charger to it,if you want to do that then go back to the old version of the hemi engine where you,ll really notice that amount of change on it,you can do other mods to it and still race with it if you want to ,but adding either one of those would be a waste of money on that engine,add nitrous to it if you want it to run good,that's an instant boost in horse power right there,good luck.

Q: Where can a get a replacement front driveshaft for a 2005 dodge ram 1500 4x4?
Tried advance auto. No go. Which online sites?

A: if you don't want a used one you can also get a new one from advance auto parts for it,but for the cost of new one i would go used,they only run about 50 bucks used,for the year of it though i wouldn't put a used one in it,i wont even put used parts on my 01 model truck,good luck.

Q: what type of front suspension is on a 2005 dodge ram 1500?
looking put a full sized plow on it and need to make it stronger...any suggestions?

A: it's the timing chain and transmission that will be destroyed the weight of blade 500 pounds up - down 75 pounds

Q: I have a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 and the air conditioner is cold but doesn't blow out strong.?
I had the fan in the motor replaced but that wasn't the problem. Can you help me with this and recommend what to do. I've already been ripped off $400.00. Thank You!

A: I know EXACTLY what your problem is. There is a TSB(technical service bulletin) on this from Dodge and I've personally seen 3 of them now. The hinge on the fresh air/recirculate blend door breaks and the whole door falls on the opening and blocks off the blower motor. It's like 4"x6". Take it to the dealer and hope it's still covered because it's sort of a major repair. The dash has to come out so the HVAC box can be removed to replace/repair it. Try and get your $400 back. Any reputable shop should give you your money back if they didn't fix the original problem.

Q: How much do I need to lift my 2005 dodge ram 2500 to clear 35" tires?


A: you shouldn't have to raise it none at all, those should clear on that truck real good,as a guide i always use this site to compare with though,just to be sure,good luck, http://tirerack.com