The latest TDR magazine (Issue 61) has a very good article on some of the issues with the early 6.7's. Dodge and Cummins talk at great lengths about the G30 update that has helped a lot of the early owners. In addition, there is a TSB (11-002-07) that addresses issues with the DPF. There is also a recently issued TSB 18-013-08 that also has benefits for the DPF issues. BTW, TDR has been very much worth the $35 I spend on it each year. It has saved my literally thousands in the four years I have owned this truck.
KrazyMatt, there are a lot of TDR members around NM (Farmington, Albuquerque, Los Lunas/Belen, Las Cruces) and there is a local TDR chapter (NMTDR.com). I was born and raised in Abby QQ and was living there when I bought my last Dodge. Should you buy, get in touch with one of the local members and you'll be set.
Just remember to keep an open mind (and an open pocket book - upgrading is addictive...)
Juan
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Thanks guys. I am not going to let the blue-tec worry me. The bottom line, is all diesel truck manufacturers have to abide by the new EPA rules and us diesel owners have to live with it. I haven't done a whole lot of research but it seems like I keep crossing paths with forum posts saying that the new Ford PSD has way more problems than the Dodge when it comes to emissions.
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Blue Tec, I belivee is a Daimler/Mercedes trade mark diesel innovation.
In fact at autoblog.com, Blue Tec diesel powered mercedes cars are mentioned quite frequently. It is a means to meet California and 2010 emissions requirements, and has gotten very positive reports from the auto news media.
I'm also interested in VW's approach to clean diesel technology, as their new Jetta diesel meets California's stringent emissions requirements without Urea injection, and that is a "break-through".
If I didn't have a paid-for clunker V6 Maxima that delivers reliability and nearly mid 20's mpg's, at 150k on the odometer, I'd be really interested in that diesel Jetta that's supposed to be coming in just a month or so. It's also priced in in the low $20's, and not priced sky-high like th Prius, and other hybrids from Nissan, GM, and Toyota.
Also, Hyundai is promising a hybrid car that will outshine the Prius, and Civic Hybrid in technology and fuel mileage. Hyundai is coming on strong. Lots of break throughs coming ahead in the near future.
I'm not to over excited about the Chevy Volt yet. GM is really dragging their feet on the Volt. It should have been out on the market yesterday.
Regards, Eightballsidepocket
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DancesWithClouds wrote: I make a biweekly visit to the Dodge dealer to get the check engine light diagnosed. The Blue-tec system is full of bugs. I did make it three weeks once with the check engine light off. Usually it is back on within a few hours of operation after a visit to the dealer. I have gotten to know their diesel mechanic quite well.
When the warranty expires, I am going to pull every bit of that system off and replace it with performance after market equipment.
Your technician is inept. There is a reflash of the computer that solves this problem. Tell him to check the TSB's (technical serice bulletins).
DancesWithClouds wrote: I make a biweekly visit to the Dodge dealer to get the check engine light diagnosed. The Blue-tec system is full of bugs. I did make it three weeks once with the check engine light off. Usually it is back on within a few hours of operation after a visit to the dealer. I have gotten to know their diesel mechanic quite well.
When the warranty expires, I am going to pull every bit of that system off and replace it with performance after market equipment.
Your technician is inept. There is a reflash of the computer that solves this problem. Tell him to check the TSB's (technical serice bulletins).
Wayne is right there are several TSB's that are out and have fixed the problem. I've had 2 check engine lights in 38K miles and both were less than 15K miles. I have had very good luck with my 07.5 and it was built in April 07. I would find another dealer because most on this forum know more about the 6.7's, 6.6's, and 6.4's then the dealers do.
eightballsidepocket wrote: 'm also interested in VW's approach to clean diesel technology, as their new Jetta diesel meets California's stringent emissions requirements without Urea injection, and that is a "break-through".
Me to but as VW Audi was a partner in developing BlueTec and withdrew because of branding considerations, the technology is basically the same. They can get away without urea on lighter vehicles like the Jetta but heavier ones like the forthcoming Touareg 3 liter 50 state diesel will have urea.
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No problems here. Just be sure to get all the flashes/software updates. I think some of these "problems" everybody seems to be hearing about is over exaggerated, internet hype. Probably some pro Ford or Chevy guys planting the seeds. I think we'll see problems from Chevy or Ford as they try to become compliant with the new emmissions standards in 2010. Dodge by then will have been there and done that.
eightballsidepocket wrote: 'm also interested in VW's approach to clean diesel technology, as their new Jetta diesel meets California's stringent emissions requirements without Urea injection, and that is a "break-through".
Me to but as VW Audi was a partner in developing BlueTec and withdrew because of branding considerations, the technology is basically the same. They can get away without urea on lighter vehicles like the Jetta but heavier ones like the forthcoming Touareg 3 liter 50 state diesel will have urea.
I've read that the Urea liquid will not have to be added that often, and will go many miles between refills. A very minute amount is used by this technology.
Just hope they don't ream us with the price of this Urea liquid designed for these diesels?
bandmjdavis wrote: No problems here. Just be sure to get all the flashes/software updates. I think some of these "problems" everybody seems to be hearing about is over exaggerated, internet hype. Probably some pro Ford or Chevy guys planting the seeds. I think we'll see problems from Chevy or Ford as they try to become compliant with the new emmissions standards in 2010. Dodge by then will have been there and done that.
I read up on all the forums (Ford, Chev, and Dodge), and in every section dedicated to the newest diesels engines available from all 3, there are people complaining about check engine lights and poor fuel economy. I also read that the newest reflashes available for each are improvements, and do cure some of the issues. Most of the problems complained about are a direct result of the new emissions junk each engine is saddled with.
bandmjdavis wrote: No problems here. Just be sure to get all the flashes/software updates. I think some of these "problems" everybody seems to be hearing about is over exaggerated, internet hype. Probably some pro Ford or Chevy guys planting the seeds. I think we'll see problems from Chevy or Ford as they try to become compliant with the new emmissions standards in 2010. Dodge by then will have been there and done that.
I read up on all the forums (Ford, Chev, and Dodge), and in every section dedicated to the newest diesels engines available from all 3, there are people complaining about check engine lights and poor fuel economy. I also read that the newest reflashes available for each are improvements, and do cure some of the issues. Most of the problems complained about are a direct result of the new emissions junk each engine is saddled with.
The best fuel mileage I've seen is 17MPG. My 5.9 would get 22MPG max. It's ashame they want cleaner emmissions but we have to burn more diesel fuel to achieve it.
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