However, the 4.7 and 45RFE have their own little problems. My 5.9 has been
flawless so far.
Ron
00 PB SLT QC 4X2 5.9 46RE 3.92 LSD
For modifications see my DML Profile (URL follows)
http://www.twistedbits.net/WWWProfile/dakota/Kw9pV1EkFeOYY
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@BUFFNET.NET
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@BUFFNET.NET]On Behalf Of Jason Bleazard
Sent: Sunday, February 25, 2001 8:18 AM
To: dakota-truck-moderator@bent.twistedbits.net
Subject: DML: 4.7 or 5.9?
Okay, I know this is a FAT (frequently argued topic), but we're trying to
decide which engine we want in our new Quad Cab 4x4. The archive search
engine doesn't seem to like searching for numbers (it tells me there have
been zero articles posted to the DML matching the string "4.7"... that
just can't be right).
Anyway, this truck will be used for daily driving, highway traveling,
camping, exploring, just generally taking us wherever we need to go.
My first instinct is to go with the 4.7 for the gas mileage, and to avoid
the standard belly pan gasket and pinging issues that plague the V6, 318
and 360.
The reason I'm thinking we might want the 360 (other than bragging
rights) is that I was thinking about the possibility of getting a flatbed
trailer and dragging my '95 Dak around on it. I haven't been able to
find any towing specs on the 4.7 anywhere. This trailer idea isn't
definite, just a possibility.
Any other issues I'm not considering? Anyone know how much the 4.7 is
rated to tow?
Thanks,
Jason
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