If you open up the blades, the V6 has smaller bores that the V8. I took a
"close" measurement and the V6 runs 1.862" and the V8 runs 1.95".
(Approximately 47mm vs. 49.5mm) My calipers didn't quite fit perfectly in
the bores so this is a close measurement...not an accurate one.
The opening on the V6 manifold (in my case - '97) is smaller so some
grinding/machining is required to make it fit. I used my old (P.O.S.)
Poweraide TB spacer as a temporary adapter but will be switching to a
phenolic block (cut in half to only a 1/2" spacer). Otherwise, they bolt
right up. I did, however, have to change the throttle cable stud from a
disc style to ball-head. An old Holley Carb kit will have this but I used a
standard grease fitting...which surprisingly works excellent. (Thanks Jules
for this "Heads Up" on the linkage.) :)
I'm using the TB from a '99 R/T right now (on loan).
- Bernd
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net]On Behalf Of Steve Preston
Sent: Saturday, September 30, 2000 10:28 PM
To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
Subject: DML: Hey Bernd,more info on that V8 TB install,please!
You mentioned that the TB would not fit,unless the intake bores were
opened a little.Y 4? Are there protrusions on the mating surface (of the
intake) that are removed if you open up the bores? What specifically
keeps the V8 TB from not bolting down to the intake? Is this a 318 or
360 TB you`re using? When the sun goes down in the ocean at night,can
you hear it hiss? Thanks!
99 Dakota Sport Intense Blue RC 4X4 V6 42RE 3.92 Anti-Spin w/Infinity CD
system and optional hand-crank windows (2) 3923 Autolite spark plugs
Big Blue Ram sticker in the slider window that intimidates people into
establishing a safe following distance
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