Re: Mopar Perf. computer ecu change 318 (MPI Manifold)

From: Randall Brown (mindz@pcnow.net)
Date: Tue Sep 12 2000 - 22:01:10 EDT


Where did you get the mainfold anfd how much
Randall
----- Original Message -----
From: Michael Clark <mike@mikesdakota.com>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Monday, September 11, 2000 1:15 AM
Subject: Re: DML: Mopar Perf. computer ecu change 318

> Sunday, September 10, 2000, 9:04:36 PM, you wrote:
>
> > I just installed a mopar computer on my 95 dakota 318. I know it states
not to tow and to only use premium fuel. Does anyone recommend using a 180
stat and also the 3923 autolites with the
> > computer? Or should I just run the stock 195 and regular champions or
autolites? Is it really nessasary to put my stock computer back on if i'm
only towing 2000 l.b.s.? Thanks for your help!
>
> YES! Use the 180 thermostat and the 3923's. More than likely your
> truck will ping with anything less than 93 octane. The 180 helps, the
> 3923's help, headers help a lot, and add the MPI manifold to all that
> and it should not ping with even 89 octane --(possibly even 87, but
haven't
> confirmed it yet).
>
> Towing: I've never towed with mine, but I would guess you would be ok
> with just 2000lbs. Just take it easy and listen for pinging. If it
> doesn't ping, you're fine.
>
> --Mike www.mikesdakota.com
>
>
>



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