BD Diesel 1040182 Killer Dowel Pin Repair Kit for 1994-1998 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 (5.9L)

Fits 1994-1998 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 Base (5.9L).

The "Killer Dowel Pin" (KDP) is a notorious vulnerability in the 5.9L 12-valve Cummins engine. Over time, the factory-installed steel dowel pin located behind the timing cover can work its way loose and drop directly into the timing gears. This event typically leads to a cracked gear housing or catastrophic internal engine failure. The BD Diesel KDP Repair Kit provides a definitive, permanent solution to secure this pin before it causes expensive downtime.

This kit utilizes a specialized retainer tab that bolts into the gear housing, physically locking the dowel pin in its bore to prevent it from backing out. It is a critical preventative maintenance item for any second-generation Dodge Ram owner looking to safeguard their engine's timing system.

• Engine Protection: Prevents the OEM dowel pin from dropping into the timing gear train.
• Mechanical Solution: Uses a heavy-duty retainer tab for a more permanent fix than the factory friction fit.
• Direct Replacement: Designed specifically for the 12-valve 5.9L timing cover configuration.
• Complete Hardware: Includes all necessary components to perform the repair.
• MPN: 1040182
• Warranty: 12-Month / 12,000-Mile manufacturer warranty.