How to Effectively Service and Repair a Camshaft on 2001 Dodge Ram 3500?

To service the camshaft, remove the engine and disassemble it. Drive out the rear cam bearing core plug and use the Camshaft bearing remover/installer tool C-3132-A for bearing removal. After removing various parts, remove the camshaft, fit new bearings and reassemble the engine, then start the engine to check for leaks.

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2001 Dodge Ram 3500 Camshaft Part Number: 53021101
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Camshaft - Engine; Camshaft Engine
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 53021101
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2001 Dodge Ram 3500 Submodels:
- Base | 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
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2001 Dodge Ram 3500 Camshaft Part Number: 53020842
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Camshaft - Engine; Camshaft, Engine; Camshaft Engine
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 53020842
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2001 Dodge Ram 3500 Submodels:
- Base, Laramie, SLT, ST | 10 Cyl 8.0 L GAS
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2001 Dodge Ram 3500 Camshaft Gear Part Number: 5018412AB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Camshaft - Engine; Camshaft; Camshaft Kit Engine
- Replaces: 5018412AA
- Item Weight: 29.60 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 5018412AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2001 Dodge Ram 3500 Submodels:
- Base | 6 Cyl 5.9 L DIESEL

2001 Dodge Ram 3500 Camshaft Parts and Q&A

Q: How to Effectively Service and Repair a Camshaft on 2001 Dodge Ram 3500?
A: To service the camshaft, remove the engine and disassemble it. Drive out the rear cam bearing core plug and use the Camshaft bearing remover/installer tool C-3132-A for bearing removal. After removing various parts, remove the camshaft, fit new bearings and reassemble the engine, then start the engine to check for leaks.