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From: owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net] On Behalf Of Saint
Sent: Friday, January 24, 2003 10:33 AM
To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
Subject: DML: '05 Dak on Buzz/ now Hemi question
Again, go read the article. A quick snapshot: Dodge V8 engineering team
went to the original 426 Hemi Chrysler engineer who designed the motor
and
used one of the last original 426 engines from the manufacturer's shelf
to
model after.
>From there they took some of the latest technology that was designed
into
the 3.7 and the 4.7 motors. In conclusion, from the older 426 engine
and
the newer semi-hemi 3.7/4.7, the 5.7 Hemi was born. Thus, the world goes
on
and Dodge rules the truck planet. LOL
Now why didn't they use the old design? It would never passed the 2005
Federal SMOG mandates. Yes! The world is getting smaller and the SMOG
requirements are getting tighter.
Why didn't enlarged the 4.7 to become the 5.7? It would not be an
official
Hemi motor. The goal is to build a new design hemi engine that will
scare
the jeebies out of any driver who hear it coming, or see it up close.
As I
did when I used to race my street converted drag car - 69 Chevell SS
with a
502 CUI motor from hell. Seeing that 426 Bubble Bee Hemi (for those who
are
muscle fans- you know what I am referring too) car at the light, I would
tuck my tail between my leg and turn the corner.
With the latest Hemi engine, there is not need for any pre-CAT units
since
the latest gas dynamics improved the efficiency of the combustion cycle.
Jeff, ask Matt Barrett for a copy of the Hot Rod magazine. It has some
interesting highlights about the potential of the engine.
Oh....for those who are still wondering about the 05 Dakota and the hemi
option, think about it. Would you disclosed any info on the top worlds
best
performer mid-size truck, namely the Dodge Dakota, to the world and
allow
the SVT folks have the upper hand who are now considering the baby
Lightning
(A.K.A. Thunderbolt) for production?
Some other facts that are in the Dodge engine corner, there is a refresh
update to the 5.7 motor that is expected by that time. This will be a
serious performing truck in the world. Latest frame technology, engines,
suspension, more composites materials, and so on. Not only that, the
Hemi
engine additions are coming, the 6.X liter, the 8.X liter, and another
mystery small size 4-banger hemi variant I have been hearing about for
the
next compact refresh.
With the next Gen IV Dakota design, a mixture of Power Wagon, Power Box,
and
some Ram influence. I think it will spell success.
For those die hard Dakota fans, have patient, it will come to the Auto
Show.
LOL
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Steven
2003 Dodge Quad Ram Hemi 5.7 (FOR SALE-wife)
2000 Dodge Dakota S/Hemi (Some idiot hit the vehicle)
2000 Roush Ford Mustang (1 of 2 beta vehicles)
1999 Chevy Astro (A.K.A. GM Junk)
1993 Geo Tracker (Amazing vehicle that keeps running)
PROJECT CAR:
1992 Suzuki Swift GT 1775lb) Intercooled Turbo - 350HP
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FUTURE PURCHASES:
04 Dodge Ram SRT-10 or 05 Dodge Dakota SRT-8(replace the Dakota)
04 Dodge Hemi Durango (replace Hemi- wife)
I'll be honest and say I don't have that much info. All I read was that
little article that had that one interview in it and a cutaway drawing.
I am interested in the Hemi so if your out there Matt is there a way I
could get a copy of that article?
As for it being offered in the new Dak. Steve is right on there. No
manufacturer is going to admit they are going to put it in the truck
until at least they hint at it with a concept vehicle to show. Since
Chevy is also looking at getting back into the sport truck game and they
are moving the S-10 to a new mid-size truck I would bet there would be
competition there also besides Ford. I bet we end up seeing it but
probably not the first year.
As for me I still want a Ram QC with the Hemi in it in the Platinum Grey
color with the full sport package and, of course, 20" wheels. That truck
just looks good to me. I may swing toward a Dak when I see it but I do
love full size trucks.
Jeff Durling
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