Summit Racing (and Jegs) carries an aftermarket clutch for just a hair more
but (from what i've seen) it has a better clutch system than the factory
ones. You may want to check with Hayden on their clutches...might be a
little bit less expensive for you.
- Bernd
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net]On Behalf Of DGB
Sent: Saturday, July 29, 2000 9:03 AM
To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
Subject: DML: Re: RE: Re: RE: Cooling suggestions
Very well ... got a price from the local Chrysler
dealership, $169 for the clutch. Any idea if the aftermarket
ones are equal in quality and performance?
Dwight
----- Original Message -----
From: "Bernd D. Ratsch" <bernd@texas.net>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Saturday, July 29, 2000 8:37 AM
Subject: DML: RE: Re: RE: Cooling suggestions
> Yes it is in most cases. (Unless you're after prying out
the last 2-3HP
> from an engine, the factory fan works best.) As for the
CAT, have it
> replaced if you hear rattling inside it...but don't just
remove it. The
> amount or power gained vs. the amount of pollution isn't
worth it...if you
> really want to replace it, you may want to look into a
aftermarket
> "High-Flow" Cat.
>
> - Bernd
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net]On Behalf Of DGB
> Sent: Saturday, July 29, 2000 4:48 AM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: DML: Re: RE: Cooling suggestions
>
>
> Thanks much to all for the feedback!
>
> Is the factory fan a suitable replacement or is there a
> better one?
>
> Will also try the thermostat, the coolant system is clean.
>
> I'm getting a rattle inside the catalytic converter, which
I
> assume means it bad. Should I eliminate the cat in the
> process?
>
> thanks ... Dwight
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Bernd D. Ratsch" <bernd@texas.net>
> To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
> Sent: Friday, July 28, 2000 19:25 PM
> Subject: DML: RE: Cooling suggestions
>
>
> > There's several options for you:
> >
> > (1) Replace the fan-clutch (More than likely it's
finally
> gone bad)
> > (2) Flush out the radiator and replace the coolant along
> with a can of DEI
> > Radiator Relief
> > (3) Replace the T'Stat with a 180 Degree unit
> >
> > For more power:
> > A good catback system and (if available) a modified
> throttle body will
> > definitely help in the power department. A MSD ignition
> system will also
> > help out slightly.
> >
> > Hope that helps,
> >
> > - Bernd
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> > [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net]On Behalf Of DGB
> > Sent: Friday, July 28, 2000 6:39 PM
> > To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> > Subject: DML: Cooling suggestions
> >
> >
> > I have a stock '94 CC DAK with a 3.9L V-6 and Automatic
> > Transmission.
> >
> > I'm having intermittent cooling problems right now,
> > especially with the AC on and think it might be the
clutch
> > fan. How does one determine if it's defective? Is there
a
> > better replacement for it?
> >
> > In addition, I will be purchasing a travel trailer and
> need
> > some suggestions on increasing the power and load
> capacity.
> >
> > thanks ... Dwight
> >
> >
>
>
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