bernd, how much did the DANA rear-end cost you, and where did your get it?
also, did you change to a solid drive shaft (from out 2-part drive shafts)?
would you recommend that for a high HP/Torque engine?
finally, have you had any problems with your AX-15 with that much power
running through it? i know your truck is a daily driver, and i'm interested
in building something very similar to yours (with a possible stroker kit
added on).
i'm going to start on my truck when i have some money, and turn it into a
show truck.
thanks for your help (and eventual business!)
Gabe Couriel
http://frontpage.tripod.com/fijigabe0
--- 1998 Dodge Dakota Club Cab 239ci V6 - 175hp 5 speed - AX15 8.25 Rear-end w/ 3.21 open differential- Modifications -
Flowmaster 40 Cat-back Exhaust K & N Drop-in Air Filter w/ front shield cut-out Autolite 3923 Spark Plugs Mopar Performance 7.5mm Spark Plug Wires Mobil 1 15W50 Synthetic Motor Oil w/ Mopar Performance Oil Filter
-----Original Message----- From: owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net]On Behalf Of Bernd D. Ratsch Sent: Friday, January 17, 2003 6:14 PM To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net Subject: DML: RE: power numbers
Last time I blew up my 8.25" was with Nitrous and a Supercharger (10# Boost). We had the truck dyno'd at 281RWHP and well over 380RWTQ - Yes...on a V6 5/spd. ;)
I've since switched to the aftermarket DANA 8.25" and it's capable of handling much more than the factory Mopar unit.
- Bernd
-----Original Message----- From: owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net] On Behalf Of Gabriel A. Couriel Sent: Friday, January 17, 2003 5:08 PM To: DML Subject: DML: power numbers
hey everybody...
along the way, i've been considering what i would need to fully develop a killer V6 Dakota. now, i won't be making any major mods anytime soon, but i am looking at what i can do down the road (as well as any special deals that may come up).
with that said, does anyone know the maximum power that an 8 1/4 rear end can handle? i am not sure exactly what i am going to put through the rear end, but if i end up really bulking the engine up, i want to know if i should look for a 9 1/4.
also, does anyone know the maximum power numbers that the AX-15 can handle? i'm reluctant to pick up a shifter if i will have to change the tranny out for an NV3500 down the road.
again, i need the numbers (preferably out of some manual or proven numbers). i REALLY want to keep this truck matching #'s, so its very important to me to keep these original components, but i'm more concerned with making something that will hold up to the power i'll end up putting down on the floor.
thanx,
Gabe Couriel http://frontpage.tripod.com/fijigabe0
--- 1998 Dodge Dakota Club Cab 239ci V6 - 175hp 5 speed - AX15 8.25 Rear-end w/ 3.21 open differential
- Modifications -
Flowmaster 40 Cat-back Exhaust K & N Drop-in Air Filter w/ front shield cut-out Autolite 3923 Spark Plugs Mopar Performance 7.5mm Spark Plug Wires Mobil 1 15W50 Synthetic Motor Oil w/ Mopar Performance Oil Filter
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