1996 Ram 1500

http://Hyundai-SantaFe.autoboardz.com/1996-RAM-1500-wheel-ABS-reluctor-ring-ftopict198955.html (1996 RAM 1500 4 wheel ABS reluctor ring)
The front passenger side ABS reluctor ring is broken on my 1996 RAM 1500 4x4. I have not been able to locate an aftermarket replacement. Someone suggested that the reluctor ring is not a replacement item. Inside, the axle shaft needs to be replaced. Has anyone had to do this before? Any ideas, sug..

http://Hyundai-SantaFe.autoboardz.com/Strange-Problem-ftopict204854.html (Strange Problem)
I have a 1996 Ram 1500, 4X2, 5.2, w/auto and 295k miles on it. Recently (last 2 or 3 months) when my gas level get to between a little over 1/4 full (empty).The check engine light starts to blink and the engine starts to backfire/miss-fire like crazy! It seems like I am running out of gas, I kn..
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http://Hyundai-SantaFe.autoboardz.com/Heater-core-ftopict222778.html (Heater core)
I have a 1996 Ram 1500 4X2, auto, 318. extended cab with 307K miles on it and I need to replace or clean the heater core (it's the original core). I can hear a noise that can only be from a clogged core. According to the manual I have drain the A/C in order to replace it, plus it looks like I ..
« From under the hood remove both heater hoses and flush out the heater core with your garden hose. Alternate the garden hose from one fitting to the other so you back flush it as well. If that does.. »
« Sounds like a plan, thank you very much for the reply. I was thinking of putting radiator flush into the core and letting it soak for an hour or two, and then following your instructions. David »
« I wonder what "noise" would indicate a clogged core. Have you tried a simple flow test of the core by running water in one side and watching the flow from the other? If you have to pull the HVAC u.. »
« The noise is like water being force Thru a Small opening, a squirting noise that changes with the engine speed. Also the heater puts out more heat at highway speed, rather than low speed and rpm's.. »

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1996 Ram 1500 SLT Laramie 4x4 5.9 I use it very infrequently. I let it sit for about a month, and then it wouldn't start. No lights, no buzzers, nothing. I jumped it from another truck and got it to start, but every time I let my foot off the gas, it died. So I'm thinking: bad charging problem + a..
« Yes. You don't have a fuel problem. The symptom of stalling when you take your foot off the pedal is because the computer is not adjusting the IAC (idle air control) motor properly, thus not all.. »

http://Hyundai-SantaFe.autoboardz.com/1996-Ram-1500-transmission-problem-ftopict235143.html (1996 Ram 1500 transmission problem)
360 V8 2WD, 100K miles. Transmission has begun to "freewheel" slightly upon short stops or rolling stops. Does not do it consistantly but is increasing in frequency. Fluid level is correct and color looks good. Any ideas what might be going on? Any adjustments or repairs short of a rebuild that co..
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