JJ: Bernd at Speedtweaks.net had a raised 2wd. Check out his web site for
photos.
Jerry Lee
1998 Dakota Regular Cab Deep Amethyst
3.9L 5 spd. Tonneau Cover (soft)
----- Original Message -----
From: "J J" <axshon@hotmail.com>
To: <dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net>
Sent: Monday, March 25, 2002 9:30 AM
Subject: DML: New '97 SLT Questions
>
> Howdy,
>
> Just picked up a '97 SLT extended cab with the 5.2 and am enjoying this
> truck! I picked up the 2WD version because my lifestyle right now doesn't
> require a 4x4. Better mileage and lower maintenance drivetrain etc.
>
> The problem is that I MUCH prefer the raised look and flared fenders of
the
> 4x4 Dakota. Can anyone give me some insight as to how I can go about
lifting
> this truck just a little, whether or not the fender flares are separate
> pieces (and purchasable) and how large a wheel/tire combo will fit under
the
> stock fenders without interference.
>
> Next: Years ago I looked into a the ARB Air Locker for a 60's F100 I had.
> The unit would give a total Posi at the flick of a switch. With the power
> and lack of rear weight, I am thinking this would be a good option on the
> SLT. Are these still around and are there better options aside from a
> limited slip diff?
>
> Finally, I am wondering if all of these 5.2's are this fast or if I just
got
> a good one. From a 20 mph roll, I can plant the throttle and bet rubber.
It
> is in part because of hard highway tires I know, but that's still a good
bit
> of grunt.
>
> Thanks in advance,
>
> Jim Jackson II
> 97 SLT 5.2
>
>
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