HE351CW 4043600 Turbo for 2004.5-2007 Dodge Ram 5.9L Cummins | New

HE351CW 4043600 Turbocharger for 2004.5-2007 Dodge Ram 5.9L Cummins

HE351CW

The HE351CW is the Holset turbocharger for the 2004.5-2007 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 with the 5.9L Cummins 24-valve ISB diesel — the legendary 3rd-gen Cummins truck. This is a fixed-geometry turbo with an internal wastegate and T3 flange, rated at 325 HP. No VGT, no variable vanes, no electronic actuator — just a straightforward, reliable turbo. The HE351CW was also sold under the HY35W designation in some listings. Holset part 4043600, Dodge/Mopar 5143256AA. Our HE351CW ships new with all new components, dynamically balanced, with gaskets. We supply diesel shops and distributors.

Turbo Model

HE351CW / HY35W (fixed geometry, internal wastegate, T3 flange)

OEM / Interchange Numbers

4043600, 4036835, 4036836, 4037001, 4037002, 4089797, 4089673, 5143256AA

Application

2004.5-2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 5.9L Cummins ISB 24V (325 HP)

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FAQ

The HE351CW (4043600 / 5143256AA) fits the 2004.5-2007 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 with the 5.9L Cummins ISB 24-valve diesel engine. This is the 3rd-generation Cummins Ram — common-rail injection, 325 HP.

No. The HE351CW is a fixed-geometry turbo with an internal wastegate. No VGT vanes, no electronic actuator, no ECM calibration. Bolt on and go.

Dodge/Mopar number is 5143256AA (also R5143256AA for reman). Holset numbers include 4043600, 4036835, 4036836, 4037001, 4037002, 4089797, and 4089673.

No. The 2007+ Dodge Ram uses the 6.7L engine with the HE351VE VGT turbo. The HE351CW only fits the 5.9L (2004.5-2007).

Brand new, 100% new components, dynamically balanced. Ships with gaskets. No core charge. One-year unlimited-mileage warranty.

Yes. US stock, volume pricing for diesel shops and distributors.

HE351CW for the 5.9L Dodge Ram: The 3rd-Gen Cummins Turbo

The 2004.5-2007 Dodge Ram with the 5.9L Cummins is one of the most sought-after diesel trucks on the market. Clean examples sell for a premium because the 5.9L is considered the sweet spot of Cummins reliability — common-rail injection for power but no DPF, no DEF, and no VGT turbo. The HE351CW is the stock turbo for these trucks, and it is a simple, proven design.

Dodge Cummins turbo timeline

Years	Engine	Turbo
2004.5-2007	5.9L ISB 24V (this page)	HE351CW (fixed + wastegate)
2007-2012	6.7L ISB	HE351VE (VGT)
2013-2018	6.7L ISB	HE300VG
2019-2022+	6.7L ISB	HE300VG (updated)

The 5.9L was the last generation before VGT turbos — which is why so many owners prefer it. No VGT vanes to stick, no electronic actuator to fail.

Why the HE351CW is simple and reliable

Fixed geometry — no variable vanes, no soot-fouling VGT mechanism.
Internal wastegate — a mechanical flapper inside the turbine housing controls peak boost. No external plumbing or electronic solenoid (the waste gate solenoid sensor is optional and separate).
T3 flange — standard mounting that makes the turbo easy to service and compatible with many exhaust setups.
No electronic actuator — nothing to calibrate, nothing to fail electronically.

Common failure patterns

Bearing wear — the most common failure at 150k-250k miles. Shaft play, turbo whine, oil past seals.
Wastegate stuck open — low boost across the RPM range, loss of power. The internal flapper can stick from carbon buildup.
Compressor wheel damage — debris entering through the intake. Check your air filter and intercooler boots regularly.