Eric,
Glad to be of help. No, I don't have a cold air intake for my Dakota. I am
however running the round 14" K&N FIPK on my '96. I suppose one would fit,
but I like the look of the round chrome lid.
You will not need to reset the computer for the exhaust.
I've made numerous changes to my Dakota. Most (99%) are engine related. I
occasionally show my truck, and want to stay in stock class, so I have
pretty much retained the stock profile. Speaking of profiles, I should
probably update my profile on the DML website. Guess I'll do this after I
get a new set of electric fans installed, or make my next dyno pull.
Let me know how you make out with your exhaust. I'm sure you'll like the
results.
Rich
-----Original Message-----
From: Eric [mailto:ontheluce@alltel.net]
Sent: Tuesday, January 22, 2002 8:08 PM
To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
Subject: DML: Re: RE: Re: RE: Gibson Exhaust
Hey Rich,
Thanks for the great report on the gibson exhaust system. That response
pretty well clinched my decision. I was thinking of the very system you are
running. Do you also run a cold-air intake system by chance? I am in the
process of replacing the factory air filter box with the K&N "fipk" cold air
system. Have you tried any other modifications? I will probably just make
these two changes to my Dakota ('99 ext cab, 5.2L auto.) One more
question...did you have to do a reset on the PCM once the exhaust system was
changed? I'm thinking that the computer will self-compensate with the
appropriate fuel mixture change once driven. Thanks for your assistance !!
Eric
----- Original Message -----
From: Wisotzkey, Rich <Rich.Wisotzkey@gd-ns.com>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Tuesday, January 22, 2002 8:27 AM
Subject: DML: RE: Re: RE: Gibson Exhaust
> Eric,
> I have the 3" single side exit. I've had numerous people tell me it
sounds
> like duals, and when I tell them its a single, they can't believe it. It
> does sound good!
>
> Regarding gas mileage, yes it will be affected, but you won't mind. My
> mileage increased an honest 18%! :'B You simply can't loose with this
> system.
>
> I purchased the regular aluminized steel system, not the stainless steel
> one. I called Gibson before ordering and ask them how long the regular
> system would last. They told me approximately 15 years depending on
winter
> road treatments in my region. The system has been on for roughly 6 years
> now, and it looks better than my stock system did after 6 months.
>
> The muffler inlet neck cracked about 1½ years ago. Called Gibson and had
a
> no charge replacement in the mail a couple days later. (I did have to
> return the bad muffler for their inspection.) No complaints, they stand
> behind their products. I'd buy another on in a flash. Hope this helps.
> Rich
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Eric [mailto:ontheluce@alltel.net]
> Sent: Monday, January 21, 2002 9:03 PM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: DML: Re: RE: Gibson Exhaust
>
>
> Rich,
> I was wondering the same thing as Ken had asked. Sounds great. Which
> system did you opt for, the "split" system, or something like the 3"
single
> outlet? I'm kinda leaning towards the 3" myself as consideration. Does
this
> "change" in any way affect mileage or fuel mixtures with the computer? I
> currently run the K&N fipk cold-air system.These are the only two changes
> that I really want to consider. Any advise? Thanks in advance for your
help
> !!!
>
> Eric
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Wisotzkey, Rich <Rich.Wisotzkey@gd-ns.com>
> To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
> Sent: Monday, January 21, 2002 8:44 AM
> Subject: DML: RE: Gibson Exhaust
>
>
> > Ken,
> > I have a Gibson on my 318 and the sound should be very similar on a 360.
> It
> > isn't loud and barkie sounding. It is a low throaty sound. Definetly
> > noticeable, but not disturbing or annoying. Hope this helps.
> > Rich - Ashburn, VA
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Kenneth M. Berntsen [mailto:kenneth@berntsen.cc]
> > Sent: Saturday, January 19, 2002 11:31 PM
> > To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> > Subject: DML: Gibson Exhaust
> >
> >
> > Has any one put a Gibson Cat Back kit on a 5.9?
> >
> > I'm looking for a mellow tone similar to that of the Flowmaster Delta
> > Flow 50 Series.
> >
> > Thanks
> >
>
>
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