Another is to pull out a V-8 version from a salvage vehicle that was framed
damage in the rear section. A lot cheaper than a newer motor.
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net]On Behalf Of rsuter@bizfon.com
Sent: Friday, October 13, 2000 8:23 AM
To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
Subject: Re: DML: Friend needs help
If it a V6 then it's a Timing CHAIN, not a belt. And a chain certainly
should not break in 48k miles, although it would be wise to check the PM
interval to know for sure. That being said, if it were my truck, I would:
1) Attempt to verify that that the odometer is correct. If not the
seller
would have some liability.
2) If the odometer is correct, I would attempt to get Dodge to cover
some
portion of the repairs. Covering all of would be nice, and that's a good
place
to start, but I'd consider Dodge paying half a "fair" deal.
3) Check out other rebuilders, installers..... $4800 is a little steep,
but
probably not at a "Five Star" outfit.
Good luck!
Rick
>>Date: Fri, 13 Oct 2000 10:30:44 EDT
>>From: Y2KDakuda@aol.com
>>Subject: DML: Friend needs help
>>The engine is a V-6 and the 4800.00 is for a rebuilt or re-manufactured
V-6
>>with a 3 year 36,000 mile
>>warranty on it. some good advice is need for this poor guy.
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