I'm pretty sure I saw an RC/short bed 3500 (2002 model I think) a couple
weekends ago. 2WD, had the 360 in it rather than a V10 or Diesel.
Jon wrote:
> Not Will, but...
> The shortest chassis cab you can get is a regular cab, long bed.
> You can get a 1500 with a regular cab/short bed combo, but once you move up
> into the 2500 and up the only model they offer with a short bed is the
> club/quad cab.
> They only offer stock chassis-cabs in 3500 models, since most people that
> mount flatbeds and stuff want the dual rear wheels.
> Also, if you do go with a 1500 and remove the bed, you sacrifice the V10, as
> those are only offered in the 25/3500.
> Sorry!
> Later,
> Jon
> jonram@megalink.net
> The Dodge Diesel Website
> http://www.dieseldodge.com
> 1996 Dodge Dakota Sport 4X4, 3.9L V6, 42RE, 3.92:1 8.75 axle
> ----- Original Message ----- >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 06:28:05 -0400
> > From: Patrick Delgado <dadoctah@vitelcom.net>
> > Subject: DML: V10 swb Ram chassis cab(Will?)
> >
> > Will-
> > You said you keep up with the chassis cab scene; I would love a V10, RC
> > short bed. What's the shortest/lightest chassis cab with an available V10?
> > If Dodge wont make it maybe it's a DIY thing. All I'd have to do is put in
> > the bed.
> > Patrick Delgado
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 09:57:46 -0500
> > From: "Doug Myers" <dougmyers@starpower.net>
> > Subject: DML: speedometer and tire diameter
> >
> > Hi,
> >
> > If I were to change my tire diameter, say from 28" to 29", how would I
> > correct the speedometer?
> >
> > Doug Myers
> > - -------------
> > '99 Dakota RC/SB 5.9L/5-speed/3.92SG - 14.320@98.46mph (with stock TB)
> > K&N Gen II FIPK, Fastman 51.75mm TB, Comp Cams '604 cam, ProGear timing
> > chain, MP 2-bbl MPI, MP 1.92" R/T heads, Hughes' roller rockers, MP
> polished
> > valve covers, ASP crank pulley, MP Headers, 3" Dynomax cat, 3" Flowmaster,
> > Magnecor KV-85 8.5mm Race Wires, Melling HV oil pump, Centerforce Dual
> > Friction Clutch
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 10:08:53 -0500
> > From: "Wisotzkey, Rich" <Rich.Wisotzkey@gd-ns.com>
> > Subject: DML: RE: where to find pulleys?
> >
> > John,
> > March manufactures aluminum pulley sets. I've never seen them, so I
> cannot
> > testify to the quality. Mopar has aluminum pulleys also, but I don't
> > believe they are under-drive.
> > Rich - Ashburn, VA
> >
> > - -----Original Message-----
> > From: Pukeloser@aol.com [mailto:Pukeloser@aol.com]
> > Sent: Saturday, November 17, 2001 6:49 PM
> > To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> > Subject: DML: where to find pulleys?
> >
> >
> > Hey all,
> >
> > I want to get some underdrive pulleys for my dak and was hoping someone
> > made
> > aluminum underdrive pulleys, Iknow that asp makes steel pulleys are there
> > any
> > manufacturers of auminum ones?
> >
> > John S.
> >
> > 95 cc 5.2 auto, transgo shift kit, Thorley headers,gibson exhaust (3" from
> > headers back, no cat), MSD digital 6+ ignition, MSD wires, Brass
> cap&rotor,
> > autolite 3923's, Hughes 1418 cam, hughes stage 2 intake, 1.6:1 roller
> > rockers, Hughes stage 2 throttle body, K&N X-stream filter, ! quart oil
> > filter (trans-dapt relocated), auburn LSD, 4.10 gears, superior axles,
> > speadtweaks IAT adjuster
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 09:23:57 -0600
> > From: "Bernd D. Ratsch" <bernd@texas.net>
> > Subject: DML: RE: RE: where to find pulleys?
> >
> > March Pulleys (Aluminum) Magnum 3.9/5.2/5.9L 1992-1999:
> >
> > P/N# 10510 - Crank/Waterpump/Alternator
> > P/N# 10511 - Crank Pulley Only
> > P/N# 10515 - Crank/Waterpump/Alternator (Smaller pulley for charging
> > system performance correction)
> >
> > 10510 and 10515 run $225.94 (Jobber) and the 10511 Pulley runs $91.96
> > (Jobber).
> >
> > - - Bernd
> >
> > - -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> > [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net] On Behalf Of Wisotzkey, Rich
> > Sent: Monday, November 19, 2001 9:09 AM
> > To: 'dakota-truck@buffnet.net'
> > Subject: DML: RE: where to find pulleys?
> >
> >
> > John,
> > March manufactures aluminum pulley sets. I've never seen them, so I
> > cannot testify to the quality. Mopar has aluminum pulleys also, but I
> > don't believe they are under-drive. Rich - Ashburn, VA
> >
> > - -----Original Message-----
> > From: Pukeloser@aol.com [mailto:Pukeloser@aol.com]
> > Sent: Saturday, November 17, 2001 6:49 PM
> > To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> > Subject: DML: where to find pulleys?
> >
> >
> > Hey all,
> >
> > I want to get some underdrive pulleys for my dak and was hoping someone
> > made
> > aluminum underdrive pulleys, Iknow that asp makes steel pulleys are
> > there any
> > manufacturers of auminum ones?
> >
> > John S.
> >
> > 95 cc 5.2 auto, transgo shift kit, Thorley headers,gibson exhaust (3"
> > from
> > headers back, no cat), MSD digital 6+ ignition, MSD wires, Brass
> > cap&rotor,
> > autolite 3923's, Hughes 1418 cam, hughes stage 2 intake, 1.6:1 roller
> > rockers, Hughes stage 2 throttle body, K&N X-stream filter, ! quart oil
> > filter (trans-dapt relocated), auburn LSD, 4.10 gears, superior axles,
> > speadtweaks IAT adjuster
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 10:22:01 -0500
> > From: Bob Tom <tigers@bserv.com>
> > Subject: DML: HiLites @ CECIL Track (long)
> >
> > Now that I've had time to recover from an extremely long, but
> > extremely pleasurable and satisfying 3-day venture to Cecil,
> > here's some of the things that stand out in my memory.
> >
> > 9 or 10 Dakotas (that I was aware of) that made it to the track
> > on Sat. You Yanks must love the 5.9L as only 3 were 5.2L
> > and I was the only club cab.
> >
> > 2 of the Daks were supercharged and showed that bunch
> > (5?) of modified Lightnings what Daks can do when the playing
> > field is levelled.
> >
> > The huge number of race cars that showed up for what was
> > essentially a time trials day.
> >
> > The huge number of 8 to 10 sec. race cars. (We have only
> > a handful up here at the Cayuga track on t&t day).
> >
> > The juiced Chevy that blew its hood off (not as high up in
> > the air as the one up here at Cayuga though) at the starting
> > line and was shooting flames up the carb.
> >
> > The magnificent view of the whole track from the staging
> > lanes which are up on a small hill leading down to the starting
> > line, and the sight of the track that just seems to drop
> > out of sight right after the finish line.
> >
> > The emphasis for helmets by the tech person. How did
> > Shane Baker run all those 13s without one :-)
> >
> > Personal bests by Shane Baker in his unmodified 5.9 engine
> > and by Wayne Swanson in his supercharged 5.9. Maybe
> > others that I wasn't aware of?
> >
> > Doug Myers giving his newly-transplanted, modified 5.9
> > its first baptism (14.3s, I think). Soon to be 13s, I'm sure.
> > [Thanks for the '96 5.9L heads ... very clean and smooth
> > ports!]
> >
> > Thanks to Rich Wisotzkey who made the trip in his super
> > clean '96 and wisely decided not run with a soon-to-be replaced
> > tranny and clutch. BTW Rich, I've decided your diy, MAP
> > Adjuster (a very, professional-looking, pre-production unit #2)
> > will be tried on the '85 Shelby Intercooled Turbo Charger
> > first.
> >
> > With all my gawking at the modded Daks and talking with owners,
> > I was able to get in only 7 runs.
> >
> > Temps. started off at 52F and rose to 66F.
> > Humidity started at 63% and fell to 39%.
> > Wind start as 5 mph left to right crosswind and then
> > became a headwind on my last 3 runs.
> >
> > Except for a far better baro. reading, conditions were close to those
> > at Cayuga on Sept. 15 when I ran a 14.70.
> >
> > Unfortunately, I experienced shift problems (1st time in
> > a long time) and hit the rev limiter (many times) in 3
> > out of the 7 runs ... 1 via driver fault, 1 unknown reason,
> > 1 because I went too far and unlit the pre-stage bulb,
> > put it in reverse, looked to see that it was in reverse,
> > glanced at the tree to see the bulbs lighting, slapped
> > gear into 1st and took floored it (rt .883).
> >
> > On the clean runs:
> > 14.452 @ 93.04
> > 14.401 @ 93.88 probably a 14.3x run as I got a couple of
> > small misfires that noticeably "hiccupped"
> > the Dak just before crossing the
> > finish line
> > 14.489 @ 93.07
> > 14.403 @ 93.50
> >
> > In 6 out of the 7 runs, I got 60' times ranging within .007 of
> > each other with a pb of 2.019 (great launch pad!!). One run
> > was a 2.159 60' time and that came on the run where I was
> > still in reverse when the ' flag man ' started the tree.
> >
> > A 5.897 330' time was a pb. and I was extremely close on
> > my pb 1/8 time of those 4 runs. The biggest differences from
> > when I ran 14.313 on Oct. 28 at Cayuga was in the last
> > 1/8 mile when it was 15F cooler and there was a 15 mph tailwind
> > at Cayuga. Any headwind is a killer when you're running
> > a 3900 lb brick (without driver).
> >
> > Just a super day to end the track season for me ... good
> > company, good track, good times!
> >
> > I would go back to Cecil at Rising Rev (uh, Sun) MD
> > in a heartbeat if I could ever find it again :-)
> >
> > Bob Tom Burlington, Ont., Canada
> > '97 CC Dakota, 5.2L, 4x2, 44RE, 3.92SG, 4,075 lb (racing weight)
> > RW: 231.2 hp 340.0 torque PB: 14.313 95.05 mph
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 10:53:47 -0800
> > From: "Jon" <jonram@megalink.net>
> > Subject: DML: DML 2002 Calendar?
> >
> > Have they come out yet? I may have missed the post. My apologies if this
> > is so.
> > Later,
> > Jon
> > jonram@megalink.net
> > The Dodge Diesel Website
> > http://www.dieseldodge.com
> > 1996 Dodge Dakota Sport 4X4, 3.9L V6, 42RE, 3.92:1 8.75 axle
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 11:17:21 EST
> > From: Y2KDakuda@aol.com
> > Subject: DML: 2002 National Meet Update and website
> >
> > Well we are planning a 3 day event Friday-Sunday. Friday we are trying to
> set up tours at the Bud plant and Daimler Chrysler warehouse then have a
> cruise that night. Saturday will be the truck show in the am then racing in
> the afternoon and night (pending what the track will let us do) and then a
> awards presentation back at the hotel. Sunday will be the BBQ and the off
> roading. We are trying to set up with a place just outside of St Louis that
> has 1800 acres of Offroading including 800 acres of sand flats. We have many
> different types of Dakotas 2wd, 4wd ect. so we have to have something for
> everyone to do. Sat the 4X4 guys can show there truck and watch racing and
> run if they want and Sunday if you don't have a 4X4 hop in with someone that
> does and go offroading. We currently have 3 sponsors that will be giving
> away parts and helping with the event and we are waiting to hear form many
> more. We want this to be the best meet ever with something for everyone and
> the time to meet!
> > and hang with fellow owners and
> > friends. here is the National meet website it is in the early stages so
> keep checking back for updates. This will be a all dodge event so if the Ram
> guys would like to join as well thats ok with us.
> http://www.speedtweaks.net/dakotausa_meet.htm also if more than just Dakotas
> show up we will add classes to the Truck Show. This will be one big ass
> event with the focus mainly on Dakotas but all dodge trucks are welcome as
> well as PTs and Jeeps
> >
> > Chris Lambert
> > Dakota USA
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 11:58:49 -0500
> > From: "Erwin Mendoza" <dakota99slt@hotmail.com>
> > Subject: DML: Shock Absorber replacement
> >
> > My Dak now has 60,000 on it, the front shocks are just about spanked, I
> need
> > a good recommendation for replacement and or upgrade ones, please try to
> > remember, my money tree is in full bloom but its already set aside for
> > Christmas presents so hopefully something not too costly can be
> recommended
> > to me, BTW its suspension is stock and no mods are done to it, thanks!!!
> >
> >
> > Erwin Mendoza
> > '99 SLT CC 4X4 V-6
> > Edison, New Jersey
> > mailto:dakota99slt@hotmail.com
> >
> >
> > _________________________________________________________________
> > Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 11:10:37 -0600
> > From: "Bernd D. Ratsch" <bernd@texas.net>
> > Subject: DML: RE: Shock Absorber replacement
> >
> > ProComp ES9000's
> >
> > - - Bernd
> >
> > - -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> > [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net] On Behalf Of Erwin Mendoza
> > Sent: Monday, November 19, 2001 10:59 AM
> > To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net; DMLOfftopic@yahoogroups.com
> > Subject: DML: Shock Absorber replacement
> >
> >
> > My Dak now has 60,000 on it, the front shocks are just about spanked, I
> > need
> > a good recommendation for replacement and or upgrade ones, please try to
> >
> > remember, my money tree is in full bloom but its already set aside for
> > Christmas presents so hopefully something not too costly can be
> > recommended
> > to me, BTW its suspension is stock and no mods are done to it, thanks!!!
> >
> >
> > Erwin Mendoza
> > '99 SLT CC 4X4 V-6
> > Edison, New Jersey
> > mailto:dakota99slt@hotmail.com
> >
> >
> > _________________________________________________________________
> > Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at
> > http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 12:52:05 -0500
> > From: "Wisotzkey, Rich" <Rich.Wisotzkey@gd-ns.com>
> > Subject: DML: RE: HiLites @ CECIL Track (long)
> >
> > Hi Bob,
> > Thats Super! Glad you had a great weekend. Aside from talking to you,
> > Shane, and Rick, I didn't get around to meeting anyone else. Guess that
> was
> > my own fault for parking at the other end of the strip. Well, there are
> > four more weekends left this year. If I get that clutch broken in before
> > then, I'm going back over. :'B I'll keep you informed.
> > Rich
> >
> > - -----Original Message-----
> > From: Bob Tom [mailto:tigers@bserv.com]
> > Sent: Monday, November 19, 2001 10:22 AM
> > To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> > Subject: DML: HiLites @ CECIL Track (long)
> >
> >
> > Now that I've had time to recover from an extremely long, but
> > extremely pleasurable and satisfying 3-day venture to Cecil,
> > here's some of the things that stand out in my memory.
> >
> > 9 or 10 Dakotas (that I was aware of) that made it to the track
> > on Sat. You Yanks must love the 5.9L as only 3 were 5.2L
> > and I was the only club cab.
> >
> > 2 of the Daks were supercharged and showed that bunch
> > (5?) of modified Lightnings what Daks can do when the playing
> > field is levelled.
> >
> > The huge number of race cars that showed up for what was
> > essentially a time trials day.
> >
> > The huge number of 8 to 10 sec. race cars. (We have only
> > a handful up here at the Cayuga track on t&t day).
> >
> > The juiced Chevy that blew its hood off (not as high up in
> > the air as the one up here at Cayuga though) at the starting
> > line and was shooting flames up the carb.
> >
> > The magnificent view of the whole track from the staging
> > lanes which are up on a small hill leading down to the starting
> > line, and the sight of the track that just seems to drop
> > out of sight right after the finish line.
> >
> > The emphasis for helmets by the tech person. How did
> > Shane Baker run all those 13s without one :-)
> >
> > Personal bests by Shane Baker in his unmodified 5.9 engine
> > and by Wayne Swanson in his supercharged 5.9. Maybe
> > others that I wasn't aware of?
> >
> > Doug Myers giving his newly-transplanted, modified 5.9
> > its first baptism (14.3s, I think). Soon to be 13s, I'm sure.
> > [Thanks for the '96 5.9L heads ... very clean and smooth
> > ports!]
> >
> > Thanks to Rich Wisotzkey who made the trip in his super
> > clean '96 and wisely decided not run with a soon-to-be replaced
> > tranny and clutch. BTW Rich, I've decided your diy, MAP
> > Adjuster (a very, professional-looking, pre-production unit #2)
> > will be tried on the '85 Shelby Intercooled Turbo Charger
> > first.
> >
> > With all my gawking at the modded Daks and talking with owners,
> > I was able to get in only 7 runs.
> >
> > Temps. started off at 52F and rose to 66F.
> > Humidity started at 63% and fell to 39%.
> > Wind start as 5 mph left to right crosswind and then
> > became a headwind on my last 3 runs.
> >
> > Except for a far better baro. reading, conditions were close to those
> > at Cayuga on Sept. 15 when I ran a 14.70.
> >
> > Unfortunately, I experienced shift problems (1st time in
> > a long time) and hit the rev limiter (many times) in 3
> > out of the 7 runs ... 1 via driver fault, 1 unknown reason,
> > 1 because I went too far and unlit the pre-stage bulb,
> > put it in reverse, looked to see that it was in reverse,
> > glanced at the tree to see the bulbs lighting, slapped
> > gear into 1st and took floored it (rt .883).
> >
> > On the clean runs:
> > 14.452 @ 93.04
> > 14.401 @ 93.88 probably a 14.3x run as I got a couple of
> > small misfires that noticeably "hiccupped"
> > the Dak just before crossing the
> > finish line
> > 14.489 @ 93.07
> > 14.403 @ 93.50
> >
> > In 6 out of the 7 runs, I got 60' times ranging within .007 of
> > each other with a pb of 2.019 (great launch pad!!). One run
> > was a 2.159 60' time and that came on the run where I was
> > still in reverse when the ' flag man ' started the tree.
> >
> > A 5.897 330' time was a pb. and I was extremely close on
> > my pb 1/8 time of those 4 runs. The biggest differences from
> > when I ran 14.313 on Oct. 28 at Cayuga was in the last
> > 1/8 mile when it was 15F cooler and there was a 15 mph tailwind
> > at Cayuga. Any headwind is a killer when you're running
> > a 3900 lb brick (without driver).
> >
> > Just a super day to end the track season for me ... good
> > company, good track, good times!
> >
> > I would go back to Cecil at Rising Rev (uh, Sun) MD
> > in a heartbeat if I could ever find it again :-)
> >
> > Bob Tom Burlington, Ont., Canada
> > '97 CC Dakota, 5.2L, 4x2, 44RE, 3.92SG, 4,075 lb (racing weight)
> > RW: 231.2 hp 340.0 torque PB: 14.313 95.05 mph
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 14:45:29 -0500
> > From: "greg conner" <dodgeboy93@hotmail.com>
> > Subject: Re: DML: RE: HiLites @ CECIL Track (long)
> >
> > Hey Rich
> > Sorry about missing ya on saturday. I was outside working on the dak
> and
> > tthe stupid cell phone never rang....I just caught your too messages
> around
> > 8pm. Ah well, I'm sure there will be another dak event where we can meet
> > up.
> >
> > Greg Conner
> >
> > >From: "Wisotzkey, Rich" <Rich.Wisotzkey@gd-ns.com>
> > >Reply-To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> > >To: "'dakota-truck@buffnet.net'" <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
> > >Subject: DML: RE: HiLites @ CECIL Track (long)
> > >Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 12:52:05 -0500
> > >
> > >Hi Bob,
> > >Thats Super! Glad you had a great weekend. Aside from talking to you,
> > >Shane, and Rick, I didn't get around to meeting anyone else. Guess that
> > >was
> > >my own fault for parking at the other end of the strip. Well, there are
> > >four more weekends left this year. If I get that clutch broken in before
> > >then, I'm going back over. :'B I'll keep you informed.
> > >Rich
> > >
> > >-----Original Message-----
> > >From: Bob Tom [mailto:tigers@bserv.com]
> > >Sent: Monday, November 19, 2001 10:22 AM
> > >To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> > >Subject: DML: HiLites @ CECIL Track (long)
> > >
> > >
> > >Now that I've had time to recover from an extremely long, but
> > >extremely pleasurable and satisfying 3-day venture to Cecil,
> > >here's some of the things that stand out in my memory.
> > >
> > >9 or 10 Dakotas (that I was aware of) that made it to the track
> > >on Sat. You Yanks must love the 5.9L as only 3 were 5.2L
> > >and I was the only club cab.
> > >
> > >2 of the Daks were supercharged and showed that bunch
> > >(5?) of modified Lightnings what Daks can do when the playing
> > >field is levelled.
> > >
> > >The huge number of race cars that showed up for what was
> > >essentially a time trials day.
> > >
> > >The huge number of 8 to 10 sec. race cars. (We have only
> > >a handful up here at the Cayuga track on t&t day).
> > >
> > >The juiced Chevy that blew its hood off (not as high up in
> > >the air as the one up here at Cayuga though) at the starting
> > >line and was shooting flames up the carb.
> > >
> > >The magnificent view of the whole track from the staging
> > >lanes which are up on a small hill leading down to the starting
> > >line, and the sight of the track that just seems to drop
> > >out of sight right after the finish line.
> > >
> > >The emphasis for helmets by the tech person. How did
> > >Shane Baker run all those 13s without one :-)
> > >
> > >Personal bests by Shane Baker in his unmodified 5.9 engine
> > >and by Wayne Swanson in his supercharged 5.9. Maybe
> > >others that I wasn't aware of?
> > >
> > >Doug Myers giving his newly-transplanted, modified 5.9
> > >its first baptism (14.3s, I think). Soon to be 13s, I'm sure.
> > >[Thanks for the '96 5.9L heads ... very clean and smooth
> > >ports!]
> > >
> > >Thanks to Rich Wisotzkey who made the trip in his super
> > >clean '96 and wisely decided not run with a soon-to-be replaced
> > >tranny and clutch. BTW Rich, I've decided your diy, MAP
> > >Adjuster (a very, professional-looking, pre-production unit #2)
> > >will be tried on the '85 Shelby Intercooled Turbo Charger
> > >first.
> > >
> > >With all my gawking at the modded Daks and talking with owners,
> > >I was able to get in only 7 runs.
> > >
> > >Temps. started off at 52F and rose to 66F.
> > >Humidity started at 63% and fell to 39%.
> > >Wind start as 5 mph left to right crosswind and then
> > >became a headwind on my last 3 runs.
> > >
> > >Except for a far better baro. reading, conditions were close to those
> > >at Cayuga on Sept. 15 when I ran a 14.70.
> > >
> > >Unfortunately, I experienced shift problems (1st time in
> > >a long time) and hit the rev limiter (many times) in 3
> > >out of the 7 runs ... 1 via driver fault, 1 unknown reason,
> > >1 because I went too far and unlit the pre-stage bulb,
> > >put it in reverse, looked to see that it was in reverse,
> > >glanced at the tree to see the bulbs lighting, slapped
> > >gear into 1st and took floored it (rt .883).
> > >
> > >On the clean runs:
> > > 14.452 @ 93.04
> > > 14.401 @ 93.88 probably a 14.3x run as I got a couple of
> > > small misfires that noticeably "hiccupped"
> > > the Dak just before crossing the
> > > finish line
> > > 14.489 @ 93.07
> > > 14.403 @ 93.50
> > >
> > >In 6 out of the 7 runs, I got 60' times ranging within .007 of
> > >each other with a pb of 2.019 (great launch pad!!). One run
> > >was a 2.159 60' time and that came on the run where I was
> > >still in reverse when the ' flag man ' started the tree.
> > >
> > >A 5.897 330' time was a pb. and I was extremely close on
> > >my pb 1/8 time of those 4 runs. The biggest differences from
> > >when I ran 14.313 on Oct. 28 at Cayuga was in the last
> > >1/8 mile when it was 15F cooler and there was a 15 mph tailwind
> > >at Cayuga. Any headwind is a killer when you're running
> > >a 3900 lb brick (without driver).
> > >
> > >Just a super day to end the track season for me ... good
> > >company, good track, good times!
> > >
> > >I would go back to Cecil at Rising Rev (uh, Sun) MD
> > >in a heartbeat if I could ever find it again :-)
> > >
> > >Bob Tom Burlington, Ont., Canada
> > >'97 CC Dakota, 5.2L, 4x2, 44RE, 3.92SG, 4,075 lb (racing weight)
> > >RW: 231.2 hp 340.0 torque PB: 14.313 95.05 mph
> >
> >
> > _________________________________________________________________
> > Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 15:41:56 -0500
> > From: "Wisotzkey, Rich" <Rich.Wisotzkey@gd-ns.com>
> > Subject: RE: DML: RE: HiLites @ CECIL Track (long)
> >
> > - -----Original Message-----
> > From: greg conner [mailto:dodgeboy93@hotmail.com]
> > Sent: Monday, November 19, 2001 2:45 PM
> > To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> > Subject: Re: DML: RE: HiLites @ CECIL Track (long)
> >
> >
> > Hey Rich
> > Sorry about missing ya on saturday. I was outside working on the dak
> and
> > tthe stupid cell phone never rang....I just caught your too messages
> around
> > 8pm. Ah well, I'm sure there will be another dak event where we can meet
>
> > up.
> >
> > Greg Conner
> >
> > <snip...>
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 15:44:11 -0500
> > From: "Wisotzkey, Rich" <Rich.Wisotzkey@gd-ns.com>
> > Subject: RE: DML: RE: HiLites @ CECIL Track (long)
> >
> > See what happens when you click the wrong button?
> >
> > Anyway, no problem Greg. If I can get the clutch broken in before Cecil
> > shuts down for the season, I'll be over again. If not, like you
> mentioned,
> > another meet sometime, or there is always UPS. Talk to you later.
> > Rich
> >
> > - -----Original Message-----
> > From: greg conner [mailto:dodgeboy93@hotmail.com]
> > Sent: Monday, November 19, 2001 2:45 PM
> > To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> > Subject: Re: DML: RE: HiLites @ CECIL Track (long)
> >
> >
> > Hey Rich
> > Sorry about missing ya on saturday. I was outside working on the dak
> and
> > tthe stupid cell phone never rang....I just caught your too messages
> around
> > 8pm. Ah well, I'm sure there will be another dak event where we can meet
> > up.
> >
> > Greg Conner
> >
> >
> > <snip...>
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 15:44:19 -0600
> > From: Michael Meyerhoff <mikemeyerhoff@kc.rr.com>
> > Subject: Re: DML: transmissions
> >
> > At 05:14 AM 11/19/2001 +0000, you wrote:
> > >i am looking at doing the same thing next spring/summer. the
> > >transmissions i have narrowed it down to is either from levelten.com or a
> > >mopar performance A518 or A500. i can find the part numbers if you need
> > >them.
> > >but i think the A518 list for like $1600 and the A500 for $1400 or
> > >so. the level 10 is a little more... let us know how the V8 swap
> > >goes... i'm very interested...
> >
> > A little more... $2200!
> > Their performance rebuild kit is $506 and "hydro system" shift kit upgrade
> > is another $150.
> >
> > As I've neared the point where I have the financial means to do the 360
> > swap I've started to worry about my A500 also. To me it makes since to
> > beef up the tranny first instead of having a nice 360ci Dakota that
> doesn't
> > go anywhere. $650 dollars plus time doesn't seem like a bad price for
> > what they promise as a "high performance", "bulletproof" trans. Anybody
> > have any thoughts on making our older autos more race ready?
> >
> > mm
> >
> > ____________
> > // | | \\ Mike Meyerhoff
> > { }|| | | ||{ } mikemeyerhoff@kc.rr.com
> > [=============] 92 Dakota SLE Club Cab
> > | D O D G E | Magnum 3.9l V6 4X2 3.55
> > [|=============|]
> > [_] [_]
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 18:54:52 -0500
> > From: "miggity" <miggitymike@fast4x4.net>
> > Subject: Re: DO IT! Re: DML: Stuffed R/T again
> >
> > >>DO IT! That would rock. An ultra-short R/T? It would be utterly unique,
> > plus a
> > weight savings, giving you an edge over other R/Ts. Plus, the shorter
> > wheelbase
> > means better weight distribution, better weight transfer at the track,
> > better
> > cornering(less understeer), wow....I want to know how much it weighs when
> > you
> > are done.<<<
> >
> >
> > hhhmmmm... wait a minute.... shorter bed... you could cut the roof off and
> > make it roadster-esque. Mold the bed to the cab, make it all smooth and
> > BOOM! Sidewinder!! minus the V10, but that can be remedied =). 20's up
> > front, 22's out back. Damn!! That would look TIIIGGGHHT!
> >
> > - -miggity
> >
> > - ---> slammed 88 Dakota!
> > miggitymike@fast4x4.net
> > http://surf.to.Project13s
> >
> > "It may be slow, but at least it's LOW!"
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 18:58:33 -0500
> > From: "miggity" <miggitymike@fast4x4.net>
> > Subject: DML: Re: RE: shift kits??????
> >
> > >>Hey guys whats your opinions on shift kits for the 518?What are your
> > expirences with them manufacturer to manufacturer.<<
> >
> > Transgo or Level10 ... no 2 ways about it
> >
> > - -miggity
> >
> > - ---> slammed 88 Dakota!
> > miggitymike@fast4x4.net
> > http://surf.to.Project13s
> >
> > "It may be slow, but at least it's LOW!"
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 19:02:39 -0500
> > From: "miggity" <miggitymike@fast4x4.net>
> > Subject: DML: Re: Re: Panhard rod
> >
> > >>You only need a panhard rod when you go to air bag suspension<<
> >
> > sorta'... panhards don't really help much in a leaf-spring rear suspension
> > because the leafs limit the axles side-to-side motion a lot, which is all
> a
> > panhard does. A lot of bag setups retain the leafs, but use a single
> > de-arched leaf spring. Here, once again, the panhard isn't really worth
> the
> > cost since the leafs are still present (and it limits the amount you can
> > dump the truck). If you decide to go to a 3link or 4link setup then you
> will
> > benifit from the panhard a lot more since the axle is more likely to move
> > side-to-side.
> > With stock suspension, to be honest, they are a waste of money =(
> >
> > - -miggity
> >
> > - ---> slammed 88 Dakota!
> > miggitymike@fast4x4.net
> > http://surf.to.Project13s
> >
> > "It may be slow, but at least it's LOW!"
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 19:08:57 -0500
> > From: "miggity" <miggitymike@fast4x4.net>
> > Subject: DML: Re: Which is BEST for SC engine? M1 2b. or 4b.
> >
> > >>which will have 8lbs of boost VORTECH, Mopar Headers,
> > Mopar PCM, <<
> >
> > don't use the Nopar PCM with a blower.... too much timing... unless you
> like
> > to change headgaskets and pistons. Get a custom burned computer just for a
> > supercharger... you'll be A LOT happier =)
> >
> > - -miggity
> >
> > - ---> slammed 88 Dakota!
> > miggitymike@fast4x4.net
> > http://surf.to.Project13s
> >
> > "It may be slow, but at least it's LOW!"
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 16:41:42 -0800
> > From: "Woodruff, Jason P" <Jason.Woodruff@West.Boeing.com>
> > Subject: DML: RE: Re: Panhard rod
> >
> > Or pull over 1.5G.
> >
> > I'm moving the axle at least 3inches and it needs to stop.
> >
> > So how do I go about doing this. The one I saw set up looked pretty home
> > made except for the rod it self. Are there generic kits? or are the
> > application specific?
> >
> > Will this have effect on my handling. Just looking at it I'm guessing
> it'll
> > add a little to my swaybar.
> >
> > Jay W
> > 4.7L Auto Sport+ C.C. 2wd Black
> > Mods Profile page at
> > http://www.twistedbits.net/WWWProfile/dakota/Re5X8z5la@Ix2/profile.htm
> >
> >
> > >Date: Sun, 18 Nov 2001 21:40:37 -0600
> > >From: "Bernd D. Ratsch" <bernd@texas.net>
> > >Subject: DML: RE: Re: Panhard rod
> > >
> > >Or Four-Link. ;)
> > >
> > >- - Bernd
> > >
> > >- -----Original Message-----
> > >From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> > >[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net] On Behalf Of kwreimer
> > >Sent: Sunday, November 18, 2001 8:30 PM
> > >To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> > >Subject: DML: Re: Panhard rod
> > >
> > >
> > >You only need a panhard rod when you go to air bag suspension.
> > >- ----- Original Message -----
> > >From: "Jayson Woodruff" <woodrufj@yahoo.com>
> > >To: <dakota-truck-moderator@bent.twistedbits.net>
> > >Sent: Sunday, November 18, 2001 5:59 PM
> > >Subject: DML: Panhard rod
> > >
> > >
> > >> Anyone here ever use one. Especially on a Dakota, especially on a gen
> > >>
> > >> III?
> > >>
> > >> Jay W
> > >>
> > >>
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 19:53:32 -0500
> > From: Patrick and Kelly Engram <patrickandkelly@erols.com>
> > Subject: DML: stuffed/wrecked R/T
> >
> > "DO IT! That would rock. An ultra-short R/T? It would be utterly unique,
> >
> > plus a
> > weight savings, giving you an edge over other R/Ts. Plus, the shorter
> > wheelbase
> > means better weight distribution, better weight transfer at the track,
> > better
> > cornering(less understeer), wow....I want to know how much it weighs
> > when you
> > are done."
> >
> > - -I vote for the shortening the frame, putting the quad cab box on it,
> > then dropping the suspension 3 inches front and rear minimum. By the
> > time you are done, it'll be like a little go cart (but with a 360!)
> > Patrick
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 20:39:17 -0500
> > From: Andy Levy <andylevy@yahoo.com>
> > Subject: Re: DML: speedometer and tire diameter
> >
> > http://www.dakota-truck.net/TIRECALC/tirecalc.html
> >
> > Doug Myers wrote:
> >
> > > Hi,
> > >
> > > If I were to change my tire diameter, say from 28" to 29", how would
> I
> > > correct the speedometer?
> > >
> > > Doug Myers
> > > -------------
> > > '99 Dakota RC/SB 5.9L/5-speed/3.92SG - 14.320@98.46mph (with stock TB)
> > > K&N Gen II FIPK, Fastman 51.75mm TB, Comp Cams '604 cam, ProGear timing
> > > chain, MP 2-bbl MPI, MP 1.92" R/T heads, Hughes' roller rockers, MP
> > > polished valve covers, ASP crank pulley, MP Headers, 3" Dynomax cat, 3"
> > > Flowmaster, Magnecor KV-85 8.5mm Race Wires, Melling HV oil pump,
> > > Centerforce Dual Friction Clutch
> >
> > - --
> > - -andy
> > andylevy@yahoo.com
> > Maintainer, DML FAQ - http://www.dakota-truck.net/faq/
> > http://home.twcny.rr.com/andylevy/dakota/
> > '99 CC 4x4 318 auto
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 20:41:34 -0500
> > From: Andy Levy <andylevy@yahoo.com>
> > Subject: Re: DML: DML 2002 Calendar?
> >
> > No, Jon's still putting the finishing touches on. Which reminds me, I
> > probably ought to get a writeup about my Dak sent in to Jon for inclusion.
> >
> > Jon wrote:
> >
> > > Have they come out yet? I may have missed the post. My apologies if
> this
> > > is so.
> > > Later,
> > > Jon
> > > jonram@megalink.net
> > > The Dodge Diesel Website
> > > http://www.dieseldodge.com
> > > 1996 Dodge Dakota Sport 4X4, 3.9L V6, 42RE, 3.92:1 8.75 axle
> >
> > - --
> > - -andy
> > andylevy@yahoo.com
> > Maintainer, DML FAQ - http://www.dakota-truck.net/faq/
> > http://home.twcny.rr.com/andylevy/dakota/
> > '99 CC 4x4 318 auto
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 20:43:03 -0500
> > From: Andy Levy <andylevy@yahoo.com>
> > Subject: Re: DML: Shock Absorber replacement
> >
> > I'm really liking my Rancho RS5000s. If you're looking for a super-plush
> > ride, though, skip 'em.
> >
> > Erwin Mendoza wrote:
> >
> > > My Dak now has 60,000 on it, the front shocks are just about spanked, I
> > > need a good recommendation for replacement and or upgrade ones, please
> try
> > > to remember, my money tree is in full bloom but its already set aside
> for
> > > Christmas presents so hopefully something not too costly can be
> > > recommended to me, BTW its suspension is stock and no mods are done to
> it,
> > > thanks!!!
> > >
> > >
> > > Erwin Mendoza
> > > '99 SLT CC 4X4 V-6
> > > Edison, New Jersey
> > > mailto:dakota99slt@hotmail.com
> > >
> > >
> > > _________________________________________________________________
> > > Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at
> http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp
> >
> > - --
> > - -andy
> > andylevy@yahoo.com
> > Maintainer, DML FAQ - http://www.dakota-truck.net/faq/
> > http://home.twcny.rr.com/andylevy/dakota/
> > '99 CC 4x4 318 auto
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 17:56:26 -0800
> > From: Jayson Woodruff <woodrufj@yahoo.com>
> > Subject: Re: DML: RE: Re: Panhard rod
> >
> > Or pull more than 1.5G. I'm getting at least 3inches of axle movement
> > during autoX and it needs to stop.
> >
> > So how do I go about doing this? The one I saw set up looked mostly
> > homemade except for the rod itself. Are there generic kits or are they
> > application specific?
> >
> > Jay W
> >
> > P.S. I sent this before, but I think the DML server was choking.
> >
> >
> >
> > "Bernd D. Ratsch" wrote:
> >
> > > Or Four-Link. ;)
> > >
> > > - Bernd
> > >
> > > -----Original Message-----
> > > From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> > > [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net] On Behalf Of kwreimer
> > > Sent: Sunday, November 18, 2001 8:30 PM
> > > To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> > > Subject: DML: Re: Panhard rod
> > >
> > > You only need a panhard rod when you go to air bag suspension.
> > > ----- Original Message -----
> > > From: "Jayson Woodruff" <woodrufj@yahoo.com>
> > > To: <dakota-truck-moderator@bent.twistedbits.net>
> > > Sent: Sunday, November 18, 2001 5:59 PM
> > > Subject: DML: Panhard rod
> > >
> > > > Anyone here ever use one. Especially on a Dakota, especially on a gen
> > >
> > > > III?
> > > >
> > > > Jay W
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 20:51:32 EST
> > From: Packed318@aol.com
> > Subject: Re: DML: HiLites @ CECIL Track (long)
> >
> > Bob, it was great to meet you and I think we all had a great time. I ran
> a
> > personal best of 12.79 @ 106.22 but my truck is a supercharged 5.2, 5
> speed,
> > not a 5.9. Also, I think Anthony got low ET of the day with a 12.70 with
> his
> > blown R/T (a tenth ahead of me again like last time). Regardless, you did
> a
> > great job on the recap and it was a good day for almost everyone. Hope to
> > see you again. Wayne
> >
> > In a message dated 11/19/2001 9:34:15 AM Central Standard Time,
> > tigers@bserv.com writes:
> >
> >
> > Now that I've had time to recover from an extremely long, but
> > extremely pleasurable and satisfying 3-day venture to Cecil,
> > here's some of the things that stand out in my memory.
> >
> > 9 or 10 Dakotas (that I was aware of) that made it to the track
> > on Sat. You Yanks must love the 5.9L as only 3 were 5.2L
> > and I was the only club cab.
> >
> > 2 of the Daks were supercharged and showed that bunch
> > (5?) of modified Lightnings what Daks can do when the playing
> > field is levelled.
> >
> > The huge number of race cars that showed up for what was
> > essentially a time trials day.
> >
> > The huge number of 8 to 10 sec. race cars. (We have only
> > a handful up here at the Cayuga track on t&t day).
> >
> > The juiced Chevy that blew its hood off (not as high up in
> > the air as the one up here at Cayuga though) at the starting
> > line and was shooting flames up the carb.
> >
> > The magnificent view of the whole track from the staging
> > lanes which are up on a small hill leading down to the starting
> > line, and the sight of the track that just seems to drop
> > out of sight right after the finish line.
> >
> > The emphasis for helmets by the tech person. How did
> > Shane Baker run all those 13s without one :-)
> >
> > Personal bests by Shane Baker in his unmodified 5.9 engine
> > and by Wayne Swanson in his supercharged 5.9. Maybe
> > others that I wasn't aware of?
> >
> > Doug Myers giving his newly-transplanted, modified 5.9
> > its first baptism (14.3s, I think). Soon to be 13s, I'm sure.
> > [Thanks for the '96 5.9L heads ... very clean and smooth
> > ports!]
> >
> > Thanks to Rich Wisotzkey who made the trip in his super
> > clean '96 and wisely decided not run with a soon-to-be replaced
> > tranny and clutch. BTW Rich, I've decided your diy, MAP
> > Adjuster (a very, professional-looking, pre-production unit #2)
> > will be tried on the '85 Shelby Intercooled Turbo Charger
> > first.
> >
> > With all my gawking at the modded Daks and talking with owners,
> > I was able to get in only 7 runs.
> >
> > Temps. started off at 52F and rose to 66F.
> > Humidity started at 63% and fell to 39%.
> > Wind start as 5 mph left to right crosswind and then
> > became a headwind on my last 3 runs.
> >
> > Except for a far better baro. reading, conditions were close to those
> > at Cayuga on Sept. 15 when I ran a 14.70.
> >
> > Unfortunately, I experienced shift problems (1st time in
> > a long time) and hit the rev limiter (many times) in 3
> > out of the 7 runs ... 1 via driver fault, 1 unknown reason,
> > 1 because I went too far and unlit the pre-stage bulb,
> > put it in reverse, looked to see that it was in reverse,
> > glanced at the tree to see the bulbs lighting, slapped
> > gear into 1st and took floored it (rt .883).
> >
> > On the clean runs:
> > 14.452 @ 93.04
> > 14.401 @ 93.88 probably a 14.3x run as I got a couple of
> > small misfires that noticeably "hiccupped"
> > the Dak just before crossing the
> > finish line
> > 14.489 @ 93.07
> > 14.403 @ 93.50
> >
> > In 6 out of the 7 runs, I got 60' times ranging within .007 of
> > each other with a pb of 2.019 (great launch pad!!). One run
> > was a 2.159 60' time and that came on the run where I was
> > still in reverse when the ' flag man ' started the tree.
> >
> > A 5.897 330' time was a pb. and I was extremely close on
> > my pb 1/8 time of those 4 runs. The biggest differences from
> > when I ran 14.313 on Oct. 28 at Cayuga was in the last
> > 1/8 mile when it was 15F cooler and there was a 15 mph tailwind
> > at Cayuga. Any headwind is a killer when you're running
> > a 3900 lb brick (without driver).
> >
> > Just a super day to end the track season for me ... good
> > company, good track, good times!
> >
> > I would go back to Cecil at Rising Rev (uh, Sun) MD
> > in a heartbeat if I could ever find it again :-)
> >
> > Bob Tom Burlington, Ont., Canada
> > '97 CC Dakota, 5.2L, 4x2, 44RE, 3.92SG, 4,075 lb (racing weight)
> > RW: 231.2 hp 340.0 torque PB: 14.313 95.05 mph
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 18:02:04 -0800
> > From: Jayson Woodruff <woodrufj@yahoo.com>
> > Subject: DML: OEM 2wd shocks FS
> >
> > Anyone need some stock 2wd shocks. Off a sport+ clud cab with tire and
> > handleing package. Used about 8000miles then I replaced the suspension
> > and they've sat in my room for a year.
> >
> > Make me an offer, or they're off to ebay.
> >
> > (can someone tell me if the tire and handleing shocks are different than
> > the standard package?)
> >
> > Jay W
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 21:11:43 -0500
> > From: Andy Levy <andylevy@yahoo.com>
> > Subject: Re: DML: OEM 2wd shocks FS
> >
> > Pretty sure they're the standard shocks. If the tire & handling package
> > has upgraded shocks, I hate to see (feel) the "regular" ones.
> >
> > Jayson Woodruff wrote:
> >
> > > Anyone need some stock 2wd shocks. Off a sport+ clud cab with tire and
> > > handleing package. Used about 8000miles then I replaced the suspension
> > > and they've sat in my room for a year.
> > >
> > > Make me an offer, or they're off to ebay.
> > >
> > > (can someone tell me if the tire and handleing shocks are different than
> > > the standard package?)
> > >
> > > Jay W
> >
> > - --
> > - -andy
> > andylevy@yahoo.com
> > Maintainer, DML FAQ - http://www.dakota-truck.net/faq/
> > http://home.twcny.rr.com/andylevy/dakota/
> > '99 CC 4x4 318 auto
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 21:08:09 -0800
> > From: "Jon" <jonram@megalink.net>
> > Subject: DML: Awesome Decals link
> >
> > http://www.awesomedecals.com
> >
> > Later,
> > Jon
> > jonram@megalink.net
> > The Dodge Diesel Website
> > http://www.dieseldodge.com
> > 1996 Dodge Dakota Sport 4X4, 3.9L V6, 42RE, 3.92:1 8.75 axle
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 21:15:11 -0800
> > From: "Jon" <jonram@megalink.net>
> > Subject: DML: Awesome Decals link (SORRY!!)
> >
> > >From the main page of that site, I thought it'd be pretty cool, so I shot
> it
> > out... Never judge a book by it's cover. Not only are they obsessed with
> > fords, the only decal that has anything to do with Dodge is Calvin peeing
> on
> > one! Arrgh!
> > Later,
> > Jon
> > jonram@megalink.net
> > The Dodge Diesel Website
> > http://www.dieseldodge.com
> > 1996 Dodge Dakota Sport 4X4, 3.9L V6, 42RE, 3.92:1 8.75 axle
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 18:25:27 -0800
> > From: "kwreimer" <kwreimer@msn.com>
> > Subject: DML: Re: OEM 2wd shocks FS
> >
> > I believe all Daks came with the standard gas shock.
> > - ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Jayson Woodruff" <woodrufj@yahoo.com>
> > To: <dakota-truck-moderator@bent.twistedbits.net>
> > Sent: Monday, November 19, 2001 6:02 PM
> > Subject: DML: OEM 2wd shocks FS
> >
> >
> > > Anyone need some stock 2wd shocks. Off a sport+ clud cab with tire and
> > > handleing package. Used about 8000miles then I replaced the suspension
> > > and they've sat in my room for a year.
> > >
> > > Make me an offer, or they're off to ebay.
> > >
> > > (can someone tell me if the tire and handleing shocks are different than
> > > the standard package?)
> > >
> > > Jay W
> > >
> > >
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 18:33:18 -0800
> > From: David Kysar <kysard55@home.com>
> > Subject: DML: pre magnum roller 318's
> >
> > Does anyone have any info on good ways to increase performance out of
> these 88-91 roller tappet pre magnum 318
> > motors( for off-road non-emmissions.) I am considering adding a mopar
> performance camand intake with an edelbrock
> > carb. I can imagine the linkage may be diffficult going from 2 barrel to
> 4.
> >
> > thanks,
> >
> > Dave kysar
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Mon, 19 Nov 2001 21:41:23 EST
> > From: Sbak1320@aol.com
> > Subject: Re: DML: HiLites @ CECIL Track (long)
> >
> > Bob, good to see you survived the long and probably gruelling drive back.
> If
> > you ever want to come back again, I'll gladly to the Dillsburg thing
> again.
> > If there was one thing that was missing from this outing, it was the lack
> of
> > better atmospheric conditions, especially for mid-November. Thanks for
> being
> > a part of my "fun" day.
> > Shane Baker
> > '98 Dak R/T RC
> >
> > > Now that I've had time to recover from an extremely long, but
> > > extremely pleasurable and satisfying 3-day venture to Cecil,
> > > here's some of the things that stand out in my memory.
> > >
> > > 9 or 10 Dakotas (that I was aware of) that made it to the track
> > > on Sat. You Yanks must love the 5.9L as only 3 were 5.2L
> > > and I was the only club cab.
> > >
> > > 2 of the Daks were supercharged and showed that bunch
> > > (5?) of modified Lightnings what Daks can do when the playing
> > > field is levelled.
> > >
> > > The huge number of race cars that showed up for what was
> > > essentially a time trials day.
> > >
> > > The huge number of 8 to 10 sec. race cars. (We have only
> > > a handful up here at the Cayuga track on t&t day).
> > >
> > > The juiced Chevy that blew its hood off (not as high up in
> > > the air as the one up here at Cayuga though) at the starting
> > > line and was shooting flames up the carb.
> > >
> > > The magnificent view of the whole track from the staging
> > > lanes which are up on a small hill leading down to the starting
> > > line, and the sight of the track that just seems to drop
> > > out of sight right after the finish line.
> > >
> > > The emphasis for helmets by the tech person. How did
> > > Shane Baker run all those 13s without one :-)
> > >
> > > Personal bests by Shane Baker in his unmodified 5.9 engine
> > > and by Wayne Swanson in his supercharged 5.9. Maybe
> > > others that I wasn't aware of?
> > >
> > > Doug Myers giving his newly-transplanted, modified 5.9
> > > its first baptism (14.3s, I think). Soon to be 13s, I'm sure.
> > > [Thanks for the '96 5.9L heads ... very clean and smooth
> > > ports!]
> > >
> > > Thanks to Rich Wisotzkey who made the trip in his super
> > > clean '96 and wisely decided not run with a soon-to-be replaced
> > > tranny and clutch. BTW Rich, I've decided your diy, MAP
> > > Adjuster (a very, professional-looking, pre-production unit #2)
> > > will be tried on the '85 Shelby Intercooled Turbo Charger
> > > first.
> > >
> > > With all my gawking at the modded Daks and talking with owners,
> > > I was able to get in only 7 runs.
> > >
> > > Temps. started off at 52F and rose to 66F.
> > > Humidity started at 63% and fell to 39%.
> > > Wind start as 5 mph left to right crosswind and then
> > > became a headwind on my last 3 runs.
> > >
> > > Except for a far better baro. reading, conditions were close to those
> > > at Cayuga on Sept. 15 when I ran a 14.70.
> > >
> > > Unfortunately, I experienced shift problems (1st time in
> > > a long time) and hit the rev limiter (many times) in 3
> > > out of the 7 runs ... 1 via driver fault, 1 unknown reason,
> > > 1 because I went too far and unlit the pre-stage bulb,
> > > put it in reverse, looked to see that it was in reverse,
> > > glanced at the tree to see the bulbs lighting, slapped
> > > gear into 1st and took floored it (rt .883).
> > >
> > > On the clean runs:
> > > 14.452 @ 93.04
> > > 14.401 @ 93.88 probably a 14.3x run as I got a couple of
> > > small misfires that noticeably "hiccupped"
> > > the Dak just before crossing the
> > > finish line
> > > 14.489 @ 93.07
> > > 14.403 @ 93.50
> > >
> > > In 6 out of the 7 runs, I got 60' times ranging within .007 of
> > > each other with a pb of 2.019 (great launch pad!!). One run
> > > was a 2.159 60' time and that came on the run where I was
> > > still in reverse when the ' flag man ' started the tree.
> > >
> > > A 5.897 330' time was a pb. and I was extremely close on
> > > my pb 1/8 time of those 4 runs. The biggest differences from
> > > when I ran 14.313 on Oct. 28 at Cayuga was in the last
> > > 1/8 mile when it was 15F cooler and there was a 15 mph tailwind
> > > at Cayuga. Any headwind is a killer when you're running
> > > a 3900 lb brick (without driver).
> > >
> > > Just a super day to end the track season for me ... good
> > > company, good track, good times!
> > >
> > > I would go back to Cecil at Rising Rev (uh, Sun) MD
> > > in a heartbeat if I could ever find it again :-)
> > >
> > > Bob Tom Burlington, Ont., Canada
> > > '97 CC Dakota, 5.2L, 4x2, 44RE, 3.92SG, 4,075 lb (racing weight)
> > > RW: 231.2 hp 340.0 torque PB: 14.313 95.05 mph
> > >
> > >
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > End of DML Digest V4 #4300
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> >
> >
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