> OK, my wife and I are taking the Dak back to the in-laws this weekend. We
> are coming back Sunday. My question is, we will have around 900 lb. of
stuff
> in the bed when we are on the way back. Should I turn off the OD
(automatic)
> or would it be ok to let it go in OD? The payload will be anywhere from
900
> to 1000 lb. Thanks
Will,
I have never messed around with OD on my Dak when hauling stuff in the bed.
I have put around 1200+ pounds in the bed many many times over the 6+ years
I have had my truck with zero problems. True, the bed/rear end did sag a
bit, but drive-ability was not affected. When/If I upgrade my rear leaf
spring packs, they will be rated at 2000 pounds. I am pretty sure my Dakota
Sport came with the wimpy 1450 pound springs, compared to the 1800lb
optional ones. When I tow my dad's 3500+ pound 20ft boat I dont even mess
around with the OD. I do have a heavy duty transmission cooler and have my
tranny fluid/filter changed once a year. To this day, there have been no
tranny problems, hard shifts, engine revving during shifts, etc. Just
clicked 130,000 miles today. Hope this helps.
Kyle
93 Dakota 4x4 V6
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