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Thanks!
ps check out our new dodge durango in dealers this fall. bigger, badder, better gas mileage and the famous hemi engine!
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I have had this for roughly 2 months and 1,700 miles....so far no problems.
So far 1,800 miles in 2+ months, no problems.
Also check Car and Driver, they have a review this month on the new Durango too.
My neighbor has a first year Durango with 100,000+ miles on it and has had some problems but none computer related (all of his problems have been mechanical in nature).
I have other friends with DaimlerChrysler products and all are happy with their vehicles (and some have pretty high mileage). I am enjoying my '03 Durango SXT very much.
btw, my minivan hauls 48" wide material between the wheel wells :-)
Steve, Host
Most full-size minivans (hmmm... isn't that an oxymoron?) can handle 4x8s between the wheelwells. However, until now, no mid-size SUV or pickup could, so this is a first, as far as I know. There are those who would argue that the T100 was mid-size truck, but it is "officially" listed as a full-size truck.
Bob
rsholland "Town Hall Test Drive Team" Nov 7, 2003 2:35pm
Bob
Here's my concern: I read everywhere about earlier model Durango's having issues. Does anyone have any insight, opinions or knowledge of the 2002 RT's- or ANY year's RT for that matter? I know they're hard to come by, so I'm feeling like I have something special here and want to buy it if it's wise to.
My personal restrictions/needs on a vehicle are: me fitting in it (I'm 6'5"), good speed, good in all weather (I live in New England) and towing ability (I tow a 17' boat). I know that gas mileage will suck, but I work at home. Also, for what it's worth I can get it for $22K. Any feedback would be appreciated.
I have the 4.7 which feels fairly peppy, but everyone can always use a few more ponies....
Has anyone else experienced this problem and if so what was the remedy??? Help I'm getting sick.
Here's the link
http://truckworld.com/Sport-Utility/04-durango/04-durango.html
Bob
The Durango is ALOT smaller than the Armada and is still right between a compact and a full size SUV. The Armada's engine felt more powerful that the 4.7 V8 in the Durango, mostly due to the way Nissan is gearing the engine for low end torque.
The Durango is very nicely put together. It has excellent fit & finish. The turning radius it great has were the brakes. The seats felt supportive and comfortable.
Overall it is a VAST improvement over the older Durangos. Dodge is still playing "catch up" in many of the smaller details when compared to the Asian or European models (no NAV, back-up camera, etc).
I think that if the Durango proves to be reliable it will do very well.
Dodge Durango sets standard for large SUVs (Detroit Free Press)
Steve, Host
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Hopefully, I shouldn't have to worry about this for a while, I bought a 2003 SLT in August, currently 2,375 miles and no problems.....
Here is a good generic description of a ball joint and what it does:
http://www.carcarecouncil.org/Steering_Suspension/ball_joint.shtm- l
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The interior on the Limited is very nicely done and probably the best I have ever seen in a SUV! I even like it better that the Cadillac and Lincoln versions. High quality assembly throughout. I couldn't find one flaw. Exterior panel fit was perfect.
Like a poster above, I haven't found one current Durango owner that thinks the new one is better looking in any way. The new one appears to be better in most every respect...except looks.
I hope we get through this trendy appliance look in rapid fashion. It most certainly is encouraging me to keep a vehicle for 20 years or so.
Regards,
Dusty
Strange thing, I think I remember the interior being slightly different than the same year Dakota for some reason. I'm pretty sure there was a difference in the door panels, but maybe I'm wrong. I know my 2003 Dakota's interior is very different.
I think the first generation Durango styling will be considered eye appealing for some time to come. Dodge did a excellent job on the Durango, and the new one appears to be very much improved in all the major areas, at least according to the one write-up I saw.
Continued good luck with your's.
Dusty