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I'd imagine the chip would boost performance about 6-7%...that would equate to 15-17 HP and 20-23 lbs of torque.....hmmm, that means the 4.7l could be rated at 250HP, 320 lbs of torque......not bad. The only downside will be the increased gas expense of premium unleaded. Toss an intake, UDP, and better-breathing exhaust and you might make 275HP and 345 lbs of torque.
Good luck! Let us know how it goes...dyno test?
-quark
Oh, and I left the Porsches at home. I ran the Quad just as a 'novelty.' ;-))
I lack a great deal of knowledge about the above events, but certainly, your driving ability has to be the equalizer. Aren't good results contingent mainly on handling and to a lesser degree acceleration?
quark-- Thanks for the Koller Dodge info. I actually live and work near there. I'll stop there at lunch. To date it is difficult to feel the mod's that I have made. So, far I have changed to Mobil 1, added a K & N and a Flowmaster cat-back kit. I'm skeptical of the advertised increases because the are often gained right at the redline; hard to fell in regular driving. I thought about headers, but they do not appear to be for the weekend mechanic. Also I have concerns about the warranty issue.
The key to auto-x, particarly SOLO type events is 'smooth rules, and you rule if you're smooth.' I was lucky to have run over a hundred of the things in 25 years, and have learned & 'borrowed' many, MANY treacherous little tricks for winning. Tires (particularly pressures), corner weighting and a positive attitude are each a BIG part of winning - much more than my being any better than the other guy (I'm certainly not). It's one sport where luck doesn't seem to help 'much' - unless your main competitor busts out with hives or something. ;
Ed
Only trouble I've had is the cruise control worked the first day, now won't. The dealer has ordered another computer for it, said they've never seen this before...and there is one error code.
Thanks in advance!
Ask and you shall receive... Here are the trouble codes. I also have the real DC shop Manual if the following URL is incorrect/outdated
http://www.cs.fredonia.edu/~stei0302/www/DAKOTA/CODES/codes.html
http://www.cs.fredonia.edu/~stei0302/www/dakota/codes/code.html
is that they are for a 1996 Dakota. Should be okay, but some may change. If you get a code, ask us in the forum. Several of us have BOB (Big Orange Book) and will be glad to look them up for you.
KnK
P 1491 = Radiator Fan Control Circuit (An open or shorted condition detected in the radiator fan control relay control circuit. This includes PWM solid state relays)
war between the compact trucks:
http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/engaged/edmund.cgi?c=Pickups&f=0&t=2170
Do you think the Dakota is the best thing since
sliced bread? Tell us why.
Does anyone out there have the full-time 4x4 transfer case w/4.7 liter & multispeed auto?
The Premium overhead console?--what does it do/have?
Bucket seats/console--what's the console like (the broch. doesn't even have a picture of it!)
Any problems I should know about?
Thanks for any information; I'll be going from an Acura sedan to the Dakota pickup and am concerned about quality, durability, comfort, gas mileage, etc.
Thanks all.
Thanks.
The Dakota came the closest to meeting or exceeding the minivan's most satisfactory quality of engineering/design, comfort of seating/ride and durability of components.
However, even with a major adjustment of going from 30+ mpg with the minivan to 20+ mpg with the Dakota, I'm thoroughly happy with the Dakota!
On a brighter note, the new dash ain't as bad as I thought. A future trade will be just fine, if it happens. I run mileage up pretty quickly...
Additionally the LED display knows how much fuel is in the tank. It displays miles traveled, miles to empty, average mpg, instaneous mpg, and time motor has been running since last reset. It has a switch to display in metric if you prefer kilometers and celicus.
$900 for a computer to calculate mpg, a thermometer, a very basic compass, two overhead lights, and a sunglasses holder.
I must admit the computer is addicting to keep track of mpg. You get light(s) in the same spot even if you don't get the overhead console. I don't wear sunglasses and my garage door opener has a keeper that holds it to my visor just fine. The compass is mildly entertaining but almost certainly a luxury.
Bucket seats/Console
The console is narrow and deep. Depending on the size of the stuff you keep, it can be useful. It is about 4-5 inches wide, by 12-14 inch long, by 10-12 deep. Just right for maps. It also includes a removable square plastic bucket. Deep enough to stand up a pencil. I keep a small tool roll, maps, disposable ponchos, comb, leather gloves, checkbook, pad of paper, and pocketknife. In the bucket, I have a few pens, pencils, and bottle of aspirin. Oh, it also has a place for coins. It is the wrong size for CD's.
It does have more space than the bench seat console for storage but still only if what you have is narrow and not too long.
thermometer, a very basic compass, two overhead
lights, and a sunglasses holder."
I think you are off on the price of this option, if I recall when I ordered my Quad the msrp for this option came out to $195. Rick
If you get the regular power group (just power windows and doors- no premium overhead console), it's about $200 cheaper, so the incremental cost of the premium overhead is about $200.
It's still pretty much a toy, but it's a whole lot easier to justify at that price. Besides, how else will I know which way is up?
I have had limited night time driving but the few times I was on long trip expressway driving. Seemed to do a good job of reducing the halo/starburst effect of lights to the rear of my vehicle as seen in the mirror. The mirror darkened all objects to the rear and gave them a blueish tint.
I just picked up an 01 Dakota Quad Cab Sport 4X4, Leather buckets, center console, etc. My console has a lift-out tray that holds 7 or 8 CDs and maybe 6 cassettes very well. Not sure of the exact quantities but that's close. My point, CDs fit very well in mine. Maybe two different types of consoles?
fat_fenders
What do you mean you "built" a 2000? Do you have or are you waiting? 2000s no longer being built, only 2001s.
waynesan - My suggestion would be to go back to the dealer, talk to your sales dude and ask him why he didn't tell you about the dealer incentive and ask him to forward that cash to you when received. Doesn't hurt to ask. Might mention something about repeat business, how you're on a Dakota chat site and how the word of mouth could affect future sales from everyone YOU know!!! Good luck and please let us know how it goes.
All three dealerships I went to when gathering pricing told me about that incentive without my asking. Of course, I did tell them I've been doing a lot of searching on the internet... I paid about 2% over invoice, others have done better but it might depend on where you are.
fat_fenders
i built a "virtual" quad cab on the dodge web site, that is what i meant. they haven't yet updated the site with the 01 info...
I like the cover but I can see as the weather gets colder (south central PA), its going to be impossible to snap it back in place without warming it up somehow.
Just put to put peoples fears at bay my old 87 Dakota made it 186k. The only thing that ever bothered me is i had to replace all the tail pipe and muffler clamps. Why put on a SS exhaust system with carbon steel clamps ? Some young inexperiencied engineer LOL. I know they wouldn't do something like to save a few pennies. LOL
Bookitty
The dealership I thought sold me the truck at a fair price with a built in rebate of $ 1000. The concern I have is that I think the rebate was increased to $2000 on October 2, 5 days before I purchased the truck. Did not find this out until a friend told me when I got back home with the new truck. Still need to confirm the change in the rebate though.
When we did the paperwork at the dealership the rebate form stated $ 2,000. The finance manager said this was a mistake and crossed out our copy to $ 1,000. This seemed ok at the time, but now I am very suspicious. There is a 1 800 number to call on the rebate form. I plan to call first thing Monday morning.
Previous comments on this message board (in Aug/00) also mention problems with not getting the full rebate. What is going on?
Are the dealerships pocketing the extra rebate? Sending in rebate claims for $ 2,000 and then telling customers that the rebate was only $ 1000.
Any comments will be appreciated.
Richard
Lubbock, Texas
The dealership I thought sold me the truck at a fair price with a built in rebate of $ 1000. The concern I have is that I think the rebate was increased to $2000 on October 2, 5 days before I purchased the truck. Did not find this out until a friend told me when I got back home with the new truck. Still need to confirm the change in the rebate though.
When we did the paperwork at the dealership the rebate form stated $ 2,000. The finance manager said this was a mistake and crossed out our copy to $ 1,000. This seemed ok at the time, but now I am very suspicious. There is a 1 800 number to call on the rebate form. I plan to call first thing Monday morning.
Previous comments on this message board (in Aug/00) also mention problems with not getting the full rebate. What is going on?
Are the dealerships pocketing the extra rebate? Sending in rebate claims for $ 2,000 and then telling customers that the rebate was only $ 1000.
Any comments will be appreciated.
Richard
Lubbock, Texas
Bookitty
The previous owner stated that this is not something to be concerned about.
Your opinion would be apprciated!
Thanks for everyones comments.
Partial repair list as follows
5,000 km replaced rear engine support to cure squeak.
12,000 km replaced top control arm assys, to cure squeaking ball joints.
15,000 km replaced front brake pads and rotors.
18,000 km replaced crankshaft sensor, left me stranded.
19,000 km replaced battery, again left me stranded.
25,000 km replaced bottom control arms, squeaking ball joints.
30,000 km replaced pinion seal and rear trans seal
35,000 km replaced drive shaft u joints
38,000 km replaced rear wheel seals and brake linings
45,000 km replaced engine rocker arm assy, noisy
55,000 km replaced engine supports, one broken
Above repairs done on warranty,
Following done at my expense.
81,000km replaced all control arms, ball joints worn and would not pass inspection cost $1500.00. At time of replacement ball joints could not be purchased without the arm assy,(another Dodge rip off) apparently they are now available as a bolt in after market replacement.
Brian
the impact of that comment. He can say that he meant that she does not look fat, but the dress looks fat, or the fault lies with the dress, or anything else. It will do no good. He lives and/or dies with the statement and the probability leans heavily towards "dies."
Bookitty
I have a 2WD Dakota Sport with the 5.2, 5-speed and limited slip. I want to get some snow tires for the rear. I have looked into "winter" tires like the Blizack, but they want you to get 4. I only want 2. Has anyone put 2 "winter" tires on their Dakota? How did it work?
On the other hand, does anyone have any good suggestions for old style snow tires? Any good online sources?
Drive Safe,
Joe
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