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As for the order of the new Dakota. I have 3 customers waiting for their Dakotas and they are still now released for production even though we received 2 4x4's and one 4x2 Job 1 Dakotas.
andy jordan the basis for the new DODGE transmission is in the Jeep right now they are working on a way to put more torque through the tranny.
Thank you,
Dean
Unfortunately, I can't remember where I saw this promising information at, nor have I been able to find anything about it anywhere. Please let me know if you find anything about more new, or even used versions of this monster. Thanks.
Gil Foree
4.7l V8
Manual tranny
4x4
There is also a new color (amber fire or something like that) that is not available until October 1
I ordered mine (with all of the above, but in Patriot Blue) on July 31st and my truck is currently scheduled to leave the plant on September 21st, so delivery to me will probably be first week in October.
I would like to buy the Sport, but don't want it to be in shop more than my garage.
I want to buy a 1500 QC 4x4 but I don't know if I want to buy a 2000 or wait until the 2001 so I'm hoping you can steer me in the right direction.
Are there any significant changes proposed for the 2001 models that you know of? What is usually the cut off date for a dealer to place an order for a 2001 and when do they start taking orders for the following year? And the last question...is there any advantage to ordering a truck at the earliest possible date as far as getting the lowest price possible (i.e. $100 over invoice or something similar) since the dealer won't have other models of the same year sitting on the lot yet? Thanks in advance.
additurp, the auto box for the 4.7 is indeed the one used in the Grand Cherokee.
The 45RFE transmission has a split second gear. It is a lower ratio when you upshift through the gears from 1st, and is a taller ratio when you downshift to it from 4th or 3rd.
ram4x4,
The Ram's full redesign i for the 2002 modely year (fall of 2001), so there is no real significance to waiting for a 2001 over a 200 - the Ram will basically be the same. The 2002 model is expected to take some (but not all) styling cues from the Power Wagon show truck, and will have the full line of the new OHC engines (3.7L V6, 4.7L V8, 5.7L V8, 6.1L V8, and possibly a 7.7L V10). They also promise a home-grown heavy-duty automatic to properly handle the Cummins with the redesign.
kcram
Community Leader/Smart Shopper Conference
on their trucks:
Is this alarm the same as the "EVS Security
System" listed in the Mopar Accessories catalog?
Specifically, does it come with all the features
listed there - starter interrupt, valet, panic
button, dashboard warning light, etc.?
I ordered a 1500 QC SLT with keyless, PDL, PW and
the alarm etc etc. Am I getting the features listed in the catalog as EVS?
Can you tell me what you ordered. I am also looking at Dakota's, leaning towards a 6 cyl. 5 speed SLT ext cab. Don't need the v-8 although I hear it gets close to same mileage as the 6. I have seen too many negative posts on the auto, but still might go with it.
I've ordered a 2000 SLT+ Club Cab in patroit blue w/ 4.7L V8, 2wd, sure-grip rear end, auto trans & trailer tow group.
Keith
Thanks
Pnewkirk1
But what about our answerman????
What is the normal life expectancy of a water pump?
Oxygen sensor?
Steering knuckle?
Simple formula to vehicle manufacturers, make a vehicle that goes 100,000 miles or more WITHOUT any repairs (if the owner doesn't abuse it and adheres to the maintenance schedule) and you will own any market that you are in. By the way, why did Chrysler drop their 7yr/70,000 power train coverage? Did they know something we did not?
I would love to see ANY manufactuer put their money where there mouth is and warranty their vehicles for 5yr/70,000mile bumper to bumper.
The manufacturer does not care if you pay your vehicle off in 3,4,or 5 years. In many cases they are never paid off, just transfer the debt to the next. The manufacture only needs to be competitive. They offer a package of quality, durability,size, capacity, performance, price, etc... They are not the same. They all try to entice you some aspect that they are superior at.
Bottom line is that the only repair that you had to pay for in 43,000 moles was a $400 water pump. No sympathy here. By the way I suspect that a 70,000 mile warrantee would add very substantial amout to the price. Something that most of us would rather not pay after already paying $25,000.
I would have at least changed the transmission fluid or if you had, varified it had the correct fluid. (A major reason for Chryler transmission problems).
But most likely you were looking for an excuse to trade.
Rich
1. B45 Phoenix - PPA/EB-PF $210.00
2. T45 Phoenix - DAA $260.00
I live in Las Vegas....does anyone have any ideas what the heck they are?
one to my worst enemy.Buyers beware. First & last time Chrysler product buyer.
one to my worst enemy.Buyers beware. First & last time Chrysler product buyer. Only 22000 miles
Just curious on what type of problems you are having with it.
If anyone knows about this or can help I would appreciate it.
Thanks
Can you please look up Technical Service Bulletin 23-58-98 (whistling) and 18-49-98 (drive train surging) and let me know what to look for. I am still extremely wary of this trucks dependability, and Dodge will end up paying well over $700 to tow me off the top of the mountain if I do break down (we have never seen another vehicle up there other than ATV's...ever)
Thanks, Bob
To the guy up there whining about his 43,000 mile Ram with a water pump problem, WHAAAAAAA!!!! Go buy a Ford and see how much goes wrong in the same miles then let us know what color you want your next Ram....sorry but that is kind of a rediculous complaint....
To Everyone, I don't know if anyone has posted this tidbit yet but I haven't been here for a while and thought I'd share, In Jan or Feb of 2000 the 2001 Model year will begin for the Ram's!!! this early start is due to the feds CAFE standards, they have so many vehicles classified as trucks (including the new PT cruiser) that they will not be in compliance with federal emissions standards, so by starting a new model year early they can in effect use a "loophole" in the system and be in compliance.
Also due out then is the new ETH Cummins diesel engine, which is actually not new but a revised version of the current ETC engine that seems to be having hit and miss power problems.
Lets see what else???
Oh I have heard from another source that the steering pull problem is supposed to be solved by some sort of new steering system but I also believe this has only been changed on the 2500 and 3500 so far.
And finally to the guy wanting to use dealer holdback for leverage.....Do you do this crap at the supermarket????
Dealer holdback for DC vehicles is for 90 days, in other words if you pick up the vehicle the day the dealer gets the invoice (which would almost be impossible because invoices usually show up before the vehicles)the dealer would get all of the hold back, BUT, if you pick it up 6 weeks after they get the invoice then half the holdback is gone and after 90 days its all gone, plus ordering a vehicle for 500 over invoice is a very fair deal, you think about it if you are ordering a Ram truck then that is what, 1-2 % over??? I agree that this is a bigger purchase than a loaf of bread or a gallon of milk but how much marhup do you think they have on those items??? 80%? 100%? and you'll buy those every day and never ask for a dime off.....go order your truck and pay 500 over, that is a fair deal, look it up here on Edmunds I think they actually say 5%??? (somebody can check if they waht to)I think thats alot more than 500 bucks, and you know what if you do this with your local dealer not only will you be getting a fair deal, you'll be supporting your local economy and helping the staff support their families to....I have people all the time who say " well I can go here or there for 50 bucks less" gimme a break!!! where do you live????
........................T REX.................
Thanks
Any info would be appreciated.