Re: GenIII 'Bugs'

From: The Stewarts (firebird@kymtnnet.org)
Date: Fri Jan 05 2001 - 00:33:55 EST


> Here is the rundown I can remember of various problems with various years:
> -1998/99= Popping Sensation/Noise In Steering Column While
Turning......what
> fixed this problem?

Just had this done. I'll try to locate the reciept and see what was done.

 Brian

----- Original Message -----
From: Kyle Kozubal <grndak4x4@home.com>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Friday, January 05, 2001 11:18 PM
Subject: DML: GenIII 'Bugs'

> Here is the rundown I can remember of various problems with various years:
> -1998/99= Popping Sensation/Noise In Steering Column While
Turning......what
> fixed this problem?

Just had this done. I'll try to locate the reciept and see what was done.

> -1998/99=Ignition System Cross Fire; doesnt really bother me, just would
> slap on some MSD wires anyways
> -1998/99=Ball Joint Failure; is this upper ball joints and/or lower ball
> joints
> -Light Spark Knock
> -1998/99=Popping Noise when turning, wasnt this the cab bushings? Once
> fixed........did the problem get 100% fixed?
> -1998/99=Timing Chain Noise
>
> Bernd.......what are the top 5 types of Dakotas(4WD only) with the dreaded
> pinging problem, broken down by year, engine size, etc? I looked for it on
> your website and cannot locate it. Thanks.
>
> The 2000 Dakotas were the first Dakotas to have the 4.7L V8s in them,
right?
> They also seem to have the least engine related problems. I just am not
sure
> about the 'service-ability', meaning how easy it would be to work on them.
> If the engine compartment is anything like my girlfriend's 2000 Durango
4WD
> 4.7L, I am shying away from it. Didnt some GenIII owners complain of the
> rear LSD making rather loud whining noises? Maybe? Even though these
> 'problems' may seem to be excessive, I still know Dodge Dakotas are the
best
> made truck's and one of the most capable offroad 'stock' vehicles. I just
> want to make sure what years to avoid, if any, but basically what to look
> for. Not saying I am looking or anything though! Please let me know what
> else I should add, what is wrong, or little tips on GenIII 4WD Dakotas.
> Kyle
> 93 Dakota 4x4 V6
>
>



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