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    2012 RAM 3500 - Cummins Head Replacement Recommendation?

    Hey Everybody, I own a 2012 RAM 3500 in the shop for a blown head gasket.

    The head went to the machine shop, where I was informed that the charge was too damaged to be milled.

    Therefore, I am looking for recommendations for purchasing a new head.

    I have looked at Choate Performance's new head O-ringed for $2400ish or a resurfaced one for $1900.

    If there are any ideas, please let me know.

    I would prefer not to pay a core charge if I can help it because I believe my current head will not pass their tolerances.

    I also wonder if I need to get an o-ringed head or if I can go with a standard head.

    I am not planning to do a big build at any time.

    All I am looking to do in the near term is new boost tubes, pusher intake manifold, and delete the grid heater.

    Later on, I would like to add a Fass lift pump.

    If you have any thoughts, please pass them along.

    I appreciate any help you can provide.

    JIMBO


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    Re: 2012 RAM 3500 - Cummins Head Replacement Recommendation?

    Fleece makes good heads, industrial injection, and D&J.

    The OEM gasket should be perfect for your upgrades.

    I have OEM with no failures "knock on wood."

    I would buy head studs for assurance; 425s will do.

    II 60HP STICKS, II 33% CP3, II S464 2ND GEN SWAP, FASS 165 TITANIUM SIGNATURE SERIES, AFE INTAKE HORN, S&B FILTER, 5" TURBO BACK, ALPHAREX HEAD LIGHTS, 38X13.5X20 RAZOR M/T, MOTO METAL RIMS, 6" LA LIFT KIT, COMPLET MM3 KIT, BUILT TRANSMISSION, 6 BOLT REDHEAD STEERING BOX

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    Re: 2012 RAM 3500 - Cummins Head Replacement Recommendation?

    Thanks for your reply.

    Sorry, I forgot to mention that I had already purchased a set of Xotic head studs and a cosmetic MLX head gasket for the job before I was told the head was shot.

    Thanks again Corkey


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