Miles before towing

Discussion in 'Dodge 3rd Gen Cummins 6.7 (24v)' started by BLK07, Jan 2, 2008.

  1. BLK07

    BLK07 Member

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    How many miles should I put on my truck before I hook a load to it?
     
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    your truck doesn't need a break in period. i was told that the trucks are designed to be ready for whatever. why if i could ask, would you trade your 07 5.9 in for the complicated 6.7?
     
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    when i bought the truck, i wanted a white 6-speed. it was end of the year and the wife didn't like the interior on the white one. she also said wht if i wnat to drive, i can't drive that bick thing with a stick. so i settled for the black truck with a automatic. i did some work to the tranny and don't get me wrong, it ran good. it just still wasn't a standard when pulling my 5er. then the other day, had an injector replaced....dealer was ok with the banks being installed. this truck i plan..:confused: on leaving stock. this truck seems strong (only 134 miles), it's a stick, white and it has the exhaust brake waytogo. i was un-easy about the 6.7 a year ago when i got the 5.9. it has been out now for a year and have seen alot of them on the road. thought i couldn't go wrong...IT'S A CUMMINS!!
     
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    your right, you can't beat a cummins! i agree, if a man is going to pay that much for a truck or anything for that matter, he better get what he wants.the prices have become ridiculos.i guess thats why i keep on runnin old faithful 12v.
     
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    500 miles...Put about that much on it atleast. There are lots of parts in an engine that need to loosen up a little before it works hard. An easy break in never hurt anything.
     
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    how long till load it down

    Put as much weight as you can. The harder you work the motor the faster it sets the rings.waytogo
     
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    I had about 2500 miles on mine. It pulls great and the exhaust brake work fantastic in the mountains.waytogo
     

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