Another drive home in a bargain vehicle that is in sketchy condition hoping you get to a gas station and the parts store. AAR at it's finest. I think that truck is a great buy no matter where you live and a real bargain in a lot of places.
Yeah he's lucky that back brake did not burst into flames because with the heat and that brake fluid being highly flammable it could of been real bad I know people who had that happen to them the brake fluid got on the hot brakes burst into flames and by the time the fire trucks come the cars were gone up in flames but I'm sure he will learn one day but he's real lucky it did not happen with that truck.
Never been more excited for an UA-cam video. I grew up with a 97 360 with the same exact specs exact mine has the tow package. My grandpa sold it me for $1500 and has only 100k miles. I drive it all the time and pulls like a beast.
@@subarulegacy4203 On the west coast. Clean 2wd single cab short beds with V8s? These trucks didn't sell well when new, but they make great show trucks now which is why they are sought after by truck enthusiasts.
Dang that's awesome. Can't wait to see you clean it all up and get to doing your magic. I turned off the add blocker to help you a little. Thanks Randy.
Ran pretty well for a truck that's been sitting for 6+ years with 6 year old gas in it! .....with it being that low on coolant it has to have a leak somewhere usually the ones I buy that's out or extremely low on coolant always has a leak or ends up having bad gaskets/ burns coolant
It’s a nice Ram, keep it as a spare Randy, they are good trucks, I used to have a 2001 Ram Sport 4x4 with ext cab, same red colour as yours, makes me miss mine watching this video, thanks
Ram is notorious for belt squeal, it's pulley alignment, get some Mother's leather conditioner and soak the belt it will stop the squeal. ABS problem could be the module on the passenger side fender, I don't think 99 ram has wheel speed sensors, I believe it's on the rear axle pumpkin.
These trucks absolutely hate a weak battery. Not surprised she ran better by the time you got home. I would remove and clean the IAC motor on the back of the throttle body, then reset the adaptive memory (Autel should be able to do it) or just go drive it around. Good chance that fixes the stalling.
Excellent video. For safety reasons I recommend getting a frame mounted class III/IV hitch for it if you plan on pulling your car hauling trailer. Otherwise the bumper will fold and destroy that decent looking truck.
You did good randy and I salute you for helping out Santa like you did,that was a real stand up thing to do alot of UA-camrs wouldn't help another man get started like you did him and his content is good
Good-looking truck for the rims look for a set of Ram 20 inch rims they look so good on 2nd gens specially the aluminum ones and you can pick them up pretty cheap I have a set on mine
That year truck is usually way more beat; clearly not a work truck. I didn't catch you saying the mileage but it can't be too high. Sorted, that might bring $5k in today's crazy used car market.
Great truck you saved. Just fix the minor stuff and of course a set of Flowmasters lol you know you want to do that. Not sure you even need to paint it. As far as the fees, everyone has to get used to the high cost of living now as over the last year things have gone way up. Lumber, gas, groceries, etc, etc. You can't expect the Govt to spend 5.1 trillion dollars in 1 year on one issue (Covid) and still spend on all the normal issues we have a a society and not have some backlash. That backlash will be inflation. The fees, well everyone has to live. Just make sure you own real assets (Real Estate), equities and a few metals.
I got a 1998 dodge ram single cab 5.7 magnum starts up but she idles for under a minute and shuts off idk what’s the problem I got told it was the alternator fuel pump or fliter.
Do not bumper pull a car trailer seen them rip the bumpers right off the truck get a hitch there like 2-4 hundred bucks you can buy the t contacted 7 pin trailer hook up for like 50-100 $ easy to install make a how too video
Whenever there is a demand for something, the price finds a way to go up. A lot of people have found out about these auctions and due to this, the days of finding cheap and serviceable vehicles are over. Since these auctions are no longer best kept secrets, you're literally just using a different flavor of Ebay Motors.
Stay far away from those cheap glue on covers. They will bust all of the mounting tabs that support the bezel, radio, and headlight switch. I learned that the hard way when I had to replace the heater core on my '97. I had to fiberglass repair all of the damage that cover caused. Just bite the bullet and buy the Mopar replacement for $300 and it's done right.
@@AngryCatMan1982 I guess it depends on which one you go with. I bought the Coverlay brand one for my Cavalier that had this issue and it looked and performed great. No warping, didn’t interfere with my buttons or knobs, or airbag. Sometimes you get what you pay for.
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Congratulations Randy on that sweet 2nd gen score! TPS sensor for sure. My '97 did the exact same thing. Of course, I would go with factree dashboard and wheels. I can't wait to see the progress on her!
Single cab, short bed, V8 for $1500 that runs? I think you scored. I think that combination on the RAM is going to start going up like GMs did. Probably not as crazy but I bet they'll get popular and more valuable. Fix it up nice but don't go crazy, and then hang on to it a while.
They make proper replacement dashes for these, it's a bit of a job and more expensive than a cover but this truck deserves to be properly fixed, especially after she gets a coat of fresh paint.
Love this red Dodge. I got a 95 5.9 with 277,000 miles on the odometer, still runs smooth and amazing almost like it only left the factory last week, heck it runs even better than my 03 hemi, albeit it has some steering slop. They're great trucks and they pull pretty well. Take care of it and it'll take care of you and never let you down... save for getting like 13 mpg lol...
When the heater core explodes and pukes coolant all over the feet of your passenger, the 8 hours of labor to replace it will cost more than the value of it.
8 hours? What mechanic did you go to? I just replaced the heater core on my 2000 durango, took maybe 4 hours. It did take me a little longer because I replaced all of the actuators as well as the evaporator core but still.
@@PhaQ2 yeah, I know some shops will kinda split away from a project for a quicker one especially when parts are being ordered but my point just stands that it shouldn't be more then a 4hr job.
@@w829l5 I can appreciate what you're saying. When the core exploded in my 99 Durango, I was quoted 8 hours labor from two shops. I bought the core and did the work myself. It took half the time quoted, and I struggled with the box mount that attached the trans dipstick. Didn't know about it and raged, breaking the plastic. But completed the job in an afternoon.
Backup truck? Since the Boss is always driving the Ram wouldn't that just be your truck? Lol. If your planning on towing cars with that truck I would definitely go with a hitch. That bumper is not strong enough for that.
I recently bought a 99 ram 1500 extended cab for 1000 from a auction too. 168,000 miles, had to replace the sensors on the throttle body and the ABS/speed sensor. rust free but need some tender loving care on the paint. did replace dash cover and instrument cluster bezel.
No offense but you call yourself "auto auction rebuilds," but I don't see much "rebuilding" amongst your videos. Mostly just describing problems in beat up cars.
Up here in Alberta that thing would be rusted to crap I wouldn't give you more than $500 for that because you're going to be putting $2,500 into parts to make it dependable and workable financially stick with the rims get better tires for sure keep two of the best for spares new radiator will be approximately five to six hundred dollars tires another $900 trailer hitch $500 with the lights and brake system all brake parts battery probably likely a couple sensors idler pulley oils and filters you will be putting about two grand into this easily the old truck is not worth more than 1,500 in working order
I hope you keep this rig forever. 2nd gens in red are my favorite... thanks to Twister. I've always wanted one of these 2nd gen 1500s in red. Whether it's a single cab or extended, it'll still be a Twister Ram to me :)
I saw one once passing me in the parking lot of a local Value Village and it was beautiful it was probably a 2500 but close enough big and long and it had the V10 Magnum
I’m going to say a 1500 dollars for a Dodge Ram is over paying . I would pay 200 dollars for it 500 max . It’s a Dodge they still have a design flaw and hence why the magnums hit the scrap yard .
Replace your Idle Air control valve it's located on the back of the throttle body, super easy, had the same problem I replaced the valve and it runs perfectly now
Yes! Either the SS/T wheels or the Off Road wheels. Both would look great. A huge No on any cheap glue on cover! They will destroy the dash core due to buckling from extreme heat and cold. I learned the hard way.
Can't wait for the next video on that truck and yes you got a real good deal don't worry about other people saying to me there just jealous that they didn't get the good deal. I will love to see fix it up
Those 2nd gen are really nice, got one for $600 around June, all I needed was to replace the crankshaft sensor and it was running like new besides shifting issues.
Randy,if you'll run them tires at 12 to 15 lbs air pressure for a few miles,you might work the flat spots out. Worst case you'll have less bobble driving it.
Please clean it before deciding on paint job. I had the same truck but a 1997. It had Flowmasters and sounded great. 151,000 miles, cost 1995.00 in 2006. Had to replace radiator and tires. It was a good truck and pulled riding mowers really well. Lawn business went south had to sell her. Dangit.
Another drive home in a bargain vehicle that is in sketchy condition hoping you get to a gas station and the parts store. AAR at it's finest. I think that truck is a great buy no matter where you live and a real bargain in a lot of places.
Makes great content, besides thats what you expect when you buy a vehicle from a *SALVAGE AUCTION*
I like these year Rams. It was a good buy at what he got it for. He could easily flip it for 5,000 with the stalling and brake issues sorted.
Yeah he's lucky that back brake did not burst into flames because with the heat and that brake fluid being highly flammable it could of been real bad I know people who had that happen to them the brake fluid got on the hot brakes burst into flames and by the time the fire trucks come the cars were gone up in flames but I'm sure he will learn one day but he's real lucky it did not happen with that truck.
I'm a mechanic I love these trucks let me know if you need any advice or help I just completely restored my 01 ram(almost completely restored)
It's your alternator
Never been more excited for an UA-cam video. I grew up with a 97 360 with the same exact specs exact mine has the tow package. My grandpa sold it me for $1500 and has only 100k miles. I drive it all the time and pulls like a beast.
Randy you did well on this one for 1500. Short bed single cab Rams are tough to find and are going for decent money now at least on the west coast.
Dam ill have to start sending them there i find them all the time where u located do they go for good prices
@@subarulegacy4203 On the west coast. Clean 2wd single cab short beds with V8s? These trucks didn't sell well when new, but they make great show trucks now which is why they are sought after by truck enthusiasts.
Yes that’s like a 5k truck here in California.
Well I've got a 99 sport, 318 5 speed maybe I should sell it then
@@kennethkoontz5036 That truck would sell for a pretty penny
Randy, this is absolutely a win! A little tlc, paint and a tow package and you are all set! Glad you are going to keep him RED. Peace!
She's a keeper Randy especially as a backup truck👍
The abs light and brake light are on due to the wheel cylinder. They’ll go off once your brakes are fixed
Dang that's awesome. Can't wait to see you clean it all up and get to doing your magic. I turned off the add blocker to help you a little. Thanks Randy.
Ran pretty well for a truck that's been sitting for 6+ years with 6 year old gas in it! .....with it being that low on coolant it has to have a leak somewhere usually the ones I buy that's out or extremely low on coolant always has a leak or ends up having bad gaskets/ burns coolant
It’s a nice Ram, keep it as a spare Randy, they are good trucks, I used to have a 2001 Ram Sport 4x4 with ext cab, same red colour as yours, makes me miss mine watching this video, thanks
i love the old trucks. another bargain truck for someone who needs one. & now days it can go fast.
Ram is notorious for belt squeal, it's pulley alignment, get some Mother's leather conditioner and soak the belt it will stop the squeal. ABS problem could be the module on the passenger side fender, I don't think 99 ram has wheel speed sensors, I believe it's on the rear axle pumpkin.
Randy, the NADA book on that truck is around $4800 full retail, way to go.
I got the same one. Bought for $1500. She has served me well. I don’t like the brakes.. they lock
The ac compressor and or the idle pulley usually go bad ,also spray the throttle body with carburetor cleaner, they plug easily.
These trucks absolutely hate a weak battery. Not surprised she ran better by the time you got home.
I would remove and clean the IAC motor on the back of the throttle body, then reset the adaptive memory (Autel should be able to do it) or just go drive it around. Good chance that fixes the stalling.
Excellent video. For safety reasons I recommend getting a frame mounted class III/IV hitch for it if you plan on pulling your car hauling trailer. Otherwise the bumper will fold and destroy that decent looking truck.
You did good randy and I salute you for helping out Santa like you did,that was a real stand up thing to do alot of UA-camrs wouldn't help another man get started like you did him and his content is good
That truck should bring 6k all day
Maybe but the thing he wants to do to it how do you make a profit he does this all the time
@@joenewman6939 he makes his money from the channel not profit on the cars
Than he's not a dealer
@@KN-bw6gu doesn't make sense to me
Randy has a wholesale dealer license
Good-looking truck for the rims look for a set of Ram 20 inch rims they look so good on 2nd gens specially the aluminum ones and you can pick them up pretty cheap I have a set on mine
1505 for sport... KBB marks it at EXCELLENT condition of 5500. VG at 4500... SO! You got a lot of space Randy to make some sort of money back.
This truck would make a great spare truck in case the cummins isn't available, besides we can know you as the guy with the 2 rams ;)
Great deal.
I'd keep it, since it's a runner.
Thanks for the video, Randy.
Randy that's a very good win. Just a few touch ups and it good to go sorry good to hold on to😁
Nice truck I see the potential, you should put some Ram SRT replica wheels on it
Pretty sure your Crank position sensors going out. Happened twice on my 98 ram sport
Dude,loving the content,El Caminos,mustangs,short bed truck,just stay away from the old 4 doors,lol
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Omg the placement of the alternator is awesome, compared to my (junk hauler) hoopty 2001 Pathfinder, that was a pain...
Great buy. Cant wait to see the progress
That year truck is usually way more beat; clearly not a work truck. I didn't catch you saying the mileage but it can't be too high. Sorted, that might bring $5k in today's crazy used car market.
That engine bay really needs to be pressured wash for fun
Need air springs and heavy tires to hall car on trailer. I hall 28 ft with mine.
Maybe turn it into a Twister tribute truck? At least in some points?
You got a good deal because you can do all the labor yourself
If you can get it to stay running keep it decent looking truck
Set the timing so it'll run and not die that might be a reason it dies when u let off the gas
Adam Tasha says keep it Randy in case your diesel ram breaks down
If it ever does considering it has around 40k miles on it, which is a lot for being a year old
Great truck you saved. Just fix the minor stuff and of course a set of Flowmasters lol you know you want to do that. Not sure you even need to paint it. As far as the fees, everyone has to get used to the high cost of living now as over the last year things have gone way up. Lumber, gas, groceries, etc, etc. You can't expect the Govt to spend 5.1 trillion dollars in 1 year on one issue (Covid) and still spend on all the normal issues we have a a society and not have some backlash. That backlash will be inflation. The fees, well everyone has to live. Just make sure you own real assets (Real Estate), equities and a few metals.
It is too bad you can't sell this retail. This wold be a home run.
It would look good with grager SS wheels and white letter tires.
Good truck little work will be very good truck
I got a 1998 dodge ram single cab 5.7 magnum starts up but she idles for under a minute and shuts off idk what’s the problem I got told it was the alternator fuel pump or fliter.
Oldie but goodie great find for a 99 ram
1500 for $1500
I had a white one but 4X4, great truck for sure.
hey nice truck trailer hitch not hard along with wirekit all bolt on
That truck is sweet !
Nice win
Looking forward for the truck
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I like it would a nice 2nd tow truck but I thought the ford you had would but you sold it lol. Well we see what's the dodge fate turns out to be
Check with boosted Motorsports for some wheels
Do not bumper pull a car trailer seen them rip the bumpers right off the truck get a hitch there like 2-4 hundred bucks you can buy the t contacted 7 pin trailer hook up for like 50-100 $ easy to install make a how too video
Where is truck, who borrowed it this time. I think it could make a good truck, fix all the issues
great video!
Hell of a deal!!!!!
That's a great deal.
Over half the price in copart fees!
I know you can't say anything without pissing copart off at you, but it's ridiculous!
I don't know what it is about watching people drive old abandoned vehicles home from their grave but it is my favorite genre. Great video Randy!
Oldie but goody that just needs some TLC. GREAT FIND RANDY
On those second gens it’s very common to have your idle air control valve or you throttle position sensor to go bad. Both inexpensive and easy to fix.
To anybody who thought you didn't fix the cupholder you just proved it
She’s a keeper! Use that one as a backup to your other truck. It’s always good to have a backup plan. Nice score Randy
Those added fees are really starting to suck big time!!!!!
$505.00 fees on a $1000.00 truck? That's downright predatory.
Whenever there is a demand for something, the price finds a way to go up. A lot of people have found out about these auctions and due to this, the days of finding cheap and serviceable vehicles are over. Since these auctions are no longer best kept secrets, you're literally just using a different flavor of Ebay Motors.
You can get those plastic replacement dash covers on eBay. They fit real good.
Stay far away from those cheap glue on covers. They will bust all of the mounting tabs that support the bezel, radio, and headlight switch. I learned that the hard way when I had to replace the heater core on my '97. I had to fiberglass repair all of the damage that cover caused. Just bite the bullet and buy the Mopar replacement for $300 and it's done right.
@@AngryCatMan1982 I guess it depends on which one you go with. I bought the Coverlay brand one for my Cavalier that had this issue and it looked and performed great. No warping, didn’t interfere with my buttons or knobs, or airbag. Sometimes you get what you pay for.
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Looks like a fun project keep up the good work randy
Congratulations Randy on that sweet 2nd gen score! TPS sensor for sure. My '97 did the exact same thing. Of course, I would go with factree dashboard and wheels. I can't wait to see the progress on her!
Reminds me of the old days. Where you would buy something and cross your fingers toes and eyes. Get it home on a wing and a prayer. Classic Randy.
awesome truck I got the same one except mines four-wheel drive
Man, that’s my kinda pickup right there. I do love my dodges!
I think you got a good deal, parts for those are everywhere.
It’s always a win when you can drive it home from the auction.
Single cab, short bed, V8 for $1500 that runs? I think you scored. I think that combination on the RAM is going to start going up like GMs did. Probably not as crazy but I bet they'll get popular and more valuable. Fix it up nice but don't go crazy, and then hang on to it a while.
I remember that last ram you bought and took a saw to the cats to make it run right.
It's amazing how far he's come since then!
Yesss! Keep it as backup truck!
those 5.9 and 12 valve just keep going up in price... i'd keep it...
@jazz man he could also be saying that because those were the two biggest engines available for that body style being 5 9 gas and 12 valve Cummins
They make proper replacement dashes for these, it's a bit of a job and more expensive than a cover but this truck deserves to be properly fixed, especially after she gets a coat of fresh paint.
The rear brakes on these dodges are tricky..I never got mine right on my 1st rango..
Love this red Dodge. I got a 95 5.9 with 277,000 miles on the odometer, still runs smooth and amazing almost like it only left the factory last week, heck it runs even better than my 03 hemi, albeit it has some steering slop. They're great trucks and they pull pretty well. Take care of it and it'll take care of you and never let you down... save for getting like 13 mpg lol...
When the heater core explodes and pukes coolant all over the feet of your passenger, the 8 hours of labor to replace it will cost more than the value of it.
8 hours? What mechanic did you go to? I just replaced the heater core on my 2000 durango, took maybe 4 hours. It did take me a little longer because I replaced all of the actuators as well as the evaporator core but still.
@@w829l5 That's what is listed in the billing book. Yeah you can do it faster and so can any good mechanic. But that's not how most shops operate.
@@PhaQ2 yeah, I know some shops will kinda split away from a project for a quicker one especially when parts are being ordered but my point just stands that it shouldn't be more then a 4hr job.
@@w829l5 I can appreciate what you're saying. When the core exploded in my 99 Durango, I was quoted 8 hours labor from two shops.
I bought the core and did the work myself. It took half the time quoted, and I struggled with the box mount that attached the trans dipstick. Didn't know about it and raged, breaking the plastic.
But completed the job in an afternoon.
Use your autel reset adaptive memory. It will fix the stalling.
Backup truck? Since the Boss is always driving the Ram wouldn't that just be your truck? Lol. If your planning on towing cars with that truck I would definitely go with a hitch. That bumper is not strong enough for that.
I recently bought a 99 ram 1500 extended cab for 1000 from a auction too. 168,000 miles, had to replace the sensors on the throttle body and the ABS/speed sensor. rust free but need some tender loving care on the paint. did replace dash cover and instrument cluster bezel.
No offense but you call yourself "auto auction rebuilds," but I don't see much "rebuilding" amongst your videos. Mostly just describing problems in beat up cars.
Up here in Alberta that thing would be rusted to crap I wouldn't give you more than $500 for that because you're going to be putting $2,500 into parts to make it dependable and workable financially stick with the rims get better tires for sure keep two of the best for spares new radiator will be approximately five to six hundred dollars tires another $900 trailer hitch $500 with the lights and brake system all brake parts battery probably likely a couple sensors idler pulley oils and filters you will be putting about two grand into this easily the old truck is not worth more than 1,500 in working order
I hope you keep this rig forever. 2nd gens in red are my favorite... thanks to Twister. I've always wanted one of these 2nd gen 1500s in red. Whether it's a single cab or extended, it'll still be a Twister Ram to me :)
I saw one once passing me in the parking lot of a local Value Village and it was beautiful it was probably a 2500 but close enough big and long and it had the V10 Magnum
I’m going to say a 1500 dollars for a Dodge Ram is over paying . I would pay 200 dollars for it 500 max . It’s a Dodge they still have a design flaw and hence why the magnums hit the scrap yard .
Replace your Idle Air control valve it's located on the back of the throttle body, super easy, had the same problem I replaced the valve and it runs perfectly now
Fix it and keep it a while, the sport package is hard to come by. Maybe find original 17” sport wheels and a dash cover from dashskin.com.
Yes! Either the SS/T wheels or the Off Road wheels. Both would look great. A huge No on any cheap glue on cover! They will destroy the dash core due to buckling from extreme heat and cold. I learned the hard way.
@@AngryCatMan1982 I can agree on the glueing part, I didn’t glue mine. Luckily my cover has been great so far for 2 years.
1.500 for a Dodge ram truck runs drives so it's got a few issues no big deal can't get no better than that she got you home so your good👍👍👍👍👍👍
Like my pappy always said "Dodge a Dodge, because the maker spelled it wrong, should of been Dog"
Can't wait for the next video on that truck and yes you got a real good deal don't worry about other people saying to me there just jealous that they didn't get the good deal. I will love to see fix it up
Those 2nd gen are really nice, got one for $600 around June, all I needed was to replace the crankshaft sensor and it was running like new besides shifting issues.
Careful starting that thing with gas because my 97 ram with 5.9 had the same engine problem as yours and it caught on fire because I hit the gas 😔
Randy,if you'll run them tires at 12 to 15 lbs air pressure for a few miles,you might work the flat spots out. Worst case you'll have less bobble driving it.
Loved the video man. I am looking forward to seeing how this truck turns out and definitely keep it red and replace those nasty rims.
Please clean it before deciding on paint job. I had the same truck but a 1997. It had Flowmasters and sounded great. 151,000 miles, cost 1995.00 in 2006. Had to replace radiator and tires. It was a good truck and pulled riding mowers really well. Lawn business went south had to sell her. Dangit.
Always like the randy driving adventure videos
I have a 2001, so I know you're going to have to spend about 400 to replace the dashboard.
I know the video isn’t about it but randy that 2011 335d needs to go home with you
1500 is a steal even if it needs some love, another great score Randy, keep these great videos coming!!!!!!