Product Description
Turn your late 2nd-Gen Cummins into a competition-ready foundation. The INDUSTRIAL INJECTION PDM-24VRSB Race Short Block is a Stage 2, blueprinted and balanced assembly built to live at high boost and rpm. It’s purpose-built for 1998.5–2002 5.9L 24-valve VP44 trucks and includes the premium hard parts, machining, and QC serious builds require.
Fitment
- 1998.5–2002 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 — 5.9L Cummins 24-Valve (ISB, VP44)
What’s Included
- Balanced & blueprinted rotating assembly
- Wagler HD forged connecting rods
- Fly-cut, coated, chamfered pistons (.010 deck cut & .100" valve reliefs)
- 14mm Gorilla girdle with ARP main studs
- Balanced OEM Cummins crankshaft
- Industrial Injection Stage 2 camshaft (cam bearings installed in all journals)
- Coated H-Series main & rod bearings
- Billet freeze plugs & billet tappet cover
- New oil pump, water pump, oil cooler & pickup tube
- Stamped “Big Iron” oil pan
Key Build Notes
- Core charge applies; engine ships on a returnable stand
- Use Joe Gibbs break-in oil for initial run-in (per Industrial Injection)
- Professional installation and clearancing checks are required
Recommended Parts (CPP internal links only)
- ARP Head Studs & Critical Fasteners (98.5–02)
- MAHLE HS54174-2 Upper/Head Gasket Set (98.5–02)
- Stock & Performance Injectors (98–02 24V)
- Camshafts, Tappets & Valvetrain (98.5–02)
- 98.5–02 Engine Parts & Accessories
- Compare All CPP & Industrial Injection Short/Long Blocks
FAQ
Is this a direct fit for my 1998.5–2002 24V truck?Yes. It’s engineered specifically for the 5.9L 24-valve VP44 platform (1998.5–2002). Transfer your external components and follow factory torque/sequence along with II’s break-in guidance.
What sets this “Race” short block apart?The Stage 2 spec adds forged rods, coated/fly-cut pistons, main girdle with ARP studs, coated bearings, a balanced crank, and a Stage 2 cam—purpose-built for high cylinder pressure and rpm stability.
Do I still need head studs and gaskets?Yes—pair this bottom end with quality head studs and the correct 24V gasket set to keep the top end sealed under boost.
Is there a core charge?Yes. A refundable core charge applies and the shipping stand must be returned; see current core policies at checkout.
