2001 Dodge Durango r/t review from North America

Ball joints, upper and lower. Dealer paid for the uppers due to a recall. I paid for the lowers.

Check engine light on for over a year. Issue is a TSB for the torque converter. I had repair order done, but the light is still on. To fix the dealer says to replace the torque converter and front pump, it would cost 1200.00. Due to age it would better serve me to replace with new one (3800.00) installed, since the transmission is still running with no real issues other than minor slipping.

Engine crankshaft seal replaced at 85,000 miles.

Vehicle has been cared for like no other car. All fluids are synthetic since day one. Maintenance intervals always followed. I also own a 82 vette, so I'm a perfectionist in every way. I have been lucky to use same dealer mechanic for 5 years. Whatever was suggested to be replaced, it was.

I upgraded the shocks to Edelbrock, intake to K+N, exhaust to Gibson, and the tires to Toyo Proxes - best tire I ever owned.

Overall in the 5 years I have owned and continue to drive, I'm pretty happy. The car has treated me well with no breakdowns at all. You know what you're getting in regards to fuel economy so why moan.