Sun 25 Sep 2011
I put new KYB rear shocks, a huge battery, and adjusted the rear brakes today. The front shocks are still in the mail, also KYB’s. I have had KYB’s last for 18+ years. In fact, I’ve never had one wear out, ever!!
Sun 25 Sep 2011
Towing for the first time
Posted by Administrator under ChassisComments Off on Towing for the first time
I towed the 4000lb S10 on a tow dolly with the Cummins Dodge yesterday. I had the overdrive off. It towed just fine. Set the cruise control to 55mph. The brakes on the Dodge are not a good as the van. So I do need to do a brake inspection when I put in the new KYB shocks. I”m thinking of putting in synthetic fluids in the trans and diff.
Sat 24 Sep 2011
Better MPG in a Cummins Dodge
Posted by Administrator under EngineComments Off on Better MPG in a Cummins Dodge
Here is a paper direct from Cummins. Although is applied to big rigs, it has great basic info on fuel economy. I personally have achieved a 10% mileage increase in my electric truck by adding synthetic lube to the trans, the diff and a zero toe front end alignment. Low rolling resistance tires make a great difference as well in my experience.
