1998 Dodge Ram 3500
Seller's description
1998 Dodge Ram 3500 4x4 5.9L 24-Valve Cummins for Sale 1998 Dodge Ram 3500 4x4 powered by the 5.9L 24-valve Cummins diesel engine and automatic transmission. VIN: 1B7MF336XWJ242878. This second-gen Ram Cummins has 490,000 miles on the body, with a rebuilt engine showing about 190,000 miles. It is equipped with a Fast fuel system, new VP44 injection pump, semi-new turbo, new aluminum radiator, new tires with about 90% tread life, new tie rod ends, and new steering stabilizer. Additional features include 4x4, older tuner, working A/C and heater, and new Bluetooth radio. Condition notes: the truck needs a new paint job, the dash is in typical second-gen Dodge condition, and the dashboard cover needs new clamps. A strong-running 24-valve Cummins 4x4 project or work truck with several important mechanical updates already completed. Make an offer.
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| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Listing | |
| Price | $12,000 |
| Status | Active |
| Location | Carrollton, Texas |
| ZIP / postal | 75006 |
| Seller type | Private seller |
| Contact channels | Site messages |
| Warranty | Not listed |
| Listed | Jul 17, 2026 |
| Updated | Jul 17, 2026 |
| Photos | 5 |
| Vehicle | |
| VIN | 1B7MF336XWJ242878 |
| Year | 1998 |
| Make | Dodge |
| Model | Ram |
| Series | 3500 |
| Trim | 24 valve |
| Truck color | Blue |
| Interior color | Not specified |
| Interior material | Not specified |
| Mileage | 494,000 miles |
| Configuration | |
| Engine | 5.9L Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | 4x4 / 4WD |
| Cab style | Extended / super cab |
| Bed type | Standard bed |
| Bed length | Not specified |
| Doors | 4 doors |
| Capability | |
| Condition | Used |
| Primary use | Personal / daily |
| Class | Class 3 |
| GVWR | Not specified |
| Axles | Not specified |
| Suspension | Not specified |
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