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2004 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT 2dr Reg Cab 120.5 WB

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Rear Wheel Drive, Reg Cab 6.3' Bed
14 mpg city / 19 mpg hwy

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July 11, 2011, 7:43 pm

Abe A

Question: over heating

i have a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 quad cab with a 4.7 engine. During normal driving the temp gauge is at normal, however when i tow a load (boat) truck overheats. I've replaced the fan clutch, flushed the radiator and replaced the thermostat and it still overheats when i am towing my boat. Truck has factory tow package with oil and transmission cooler. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance for your help

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