2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Dodge Ram 1500 2003

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2003 Dodge Ram 1500 repairs by problem area

Engine (46%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (26%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (11%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (2%)

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2003 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

240-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

116800 mi

US $450
Wheel wells in the bed of the truck rotted out, cut out old metal and replaced them with aftermarket panels. Welded them in, little bit of bondo and painted, just like new. Was told I could not get an inspection sticker due to the rust. 
164000 mi

US $170
Main frame rotted out both sides under read door area in frame, box frame with no holes for water to drain. cleaned up frame and installed new metal on frame area all around to box in approx 28 inches, only did passenger side ( drivers side is the same condition) 

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2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Body Problems

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