Product Description
DIY your 24-valve short block like a pro. The INDUSTRIAL INJECTION Race Builder Box (PDM-24VRBB) ships you a complete, machined and blueprinted 5.9L short-block kit for 1998.5–2002 Cummins (VP44). Save labor, choose your clearances, and assemble with premium components designed for serious power and reliability.
Fitment
- 1998.5–2002 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 5.9L Cummins 24-Valve (VP44)
What’s Included
- Machined block (plateau-honed w/ torque plate) to blueprint spec
- Machine-balanced crankshaft
- Carrillo billet connecting rods w/ HD rod bolts
- Machine-balanced, coated, chamfered & fly-cut pistons w/ rings, wrist pins
- Industrial Injection Stage 2 camshaft
- 14mm Gorilla Girdle w/ custom ARP main studs (requires stamped oil pan)
- Billet freeze plugs
- Coated H-Series main & rod bearings
- Premium Killer Dowel Pin (KDP) kit
- Cam journals machined for performance cam bearings + Cummins HD modified cam bearing set
- New Cummins oil cooler and oil pump
- New Cummins tappets
- New lower engine gasket kit
Key Features
- Complete, unassembled short-block kit — control your build, save labor
- All premium internals selected for high power and longevity
- Block, rotating assembly, and pistons are balanced and blueprinted
- Does not include fuel or turbo components — pair with your choice of injectors, VP44, and turbo
Recommended Parts (CPP internal links only)
- Industrial Injection Gorilla Girdle (12mm, 1989–2002) — for builds retaining 12mm mains
- Engine Parts & Accessories — 1998.5–2002 — studs, dampers, timing parts
- Cummins 3800487 OEM Lower Engine Gasket Kit (98.5–02)
- Interstate-McBee High-Volume Oil Pump (89–02)
- CPP Killer Dowel Pin Premium Repair Kit (89–02)
- 98.5–02 Cummins Camshafts — choose Stage 1/Stage 2 profiles
- Connecting Rods & Hardware — CP-Carrillo, Wagler, ARP
Helpful Notes
- Core charge: $2,700 (block, crank, rods, cam, crate) — refundable per core policy.
- Requires stamped oil pan when using the 14mm girdle (included).
- Use Joe Gibbs break-in oil for the first 300–500 miles (not included).
FAQ
Is this a complete engine?No. It’s a complete unassembled short-block kit. You’ll re-use/choose your top-end, fuel, and turbo components.
Do I need machining to assemble?All critical machining/blueprinting is performed. You will verify clearances during assembly and complete final checks.
What power level will it support?It’s engineered for high-power competition builds with billet rods, balanced rotating assembly, and coated pistons. Final power depends on your fuel/air package and tuning.
Does it include fuel or turbo parts?No — pair with your preferred VP44, injectors, and turbo sized to your goals.
