I too have the somewhat underpowered V6. I've seen a lot of different
suggestions as to mods for more HP, gas mileage, etc. What I am curious
about is swapping the 3.9L V6 for a 4.2L V8 in a 2000 4x2 CC. Would it be
possible without having to replace my current tranny? I'm using the dak as
my daily driver, and some occasional towing/ load carrying. I plan on
keeping it stock height or possibly even raising it about 2 or 3 inches. If
it's not, then obviously I'll just mod the V6, but if it is possible without
too many other changes, then I'll save my cash for that. Any thoughts or
suggestions?
Date: Sat, 23 Aug 2003 17:24:56 -0500
From: "Bernd D. Ratsch" <bernd@texas.net>
Subject: RE: DML: injectors
Key point on ANY engine build up: Build it for the application - High
HP, Low-End TQ, Mid-Range Power, Nitrous Use, Blower Engine, etc.
For a 4x4, keep it mild and with the TQ at the bottom end.
- - Bernd
- -----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net] On Behalf Of John Bell
Sent: Saturday, August 23, 2003 4:43 PM
To: dakota-truck-moderator@bent.twistedbits.net
Subject: Re: DML: injectors
Good point.
What about a 408 running in tow/RV tune? I see KRC has a 408 kit that is
set up for stock intake/manifolds/PCM/ignition/etc.
What are your thoughts on running one of those in a 4x4? Specifically,
running one of those torque monsters against stock drivetrain?
Just curious as to whether -any- stroker kit is worth it for the 4x4
Daks or not. I saw a project truck set up once that dropped a crate hemi
into a 2000 Dakota QC that was running a full time transfer case (it was
the only way to get power to the ground!), but obviously the whole
drivetrain had some serious work done on it.
- --
JB
""Bob Mankin"" <bob@coralfarms.com> wrote in message
news:01f301c36995$c5d881d0$6401a8c0@BOBHOME...
>
> Ron, not to rain on the parade, but big HP 408 in a 4x4 will just
> start a domino effect of broken parts. Transfer cases, rear ends, etc
> not meant to handle that sort of HP.
>
> If you're looking for a street screamer, it's best to start from
> something that has the major components that are up to the task.
> Otherwise it
becomes
> a $$$$ black hole.
>
> Was going to hotrod my '98 318 SLT, but soon realized nearly
> everything in the drivetrain needs upgrading. Finally gave up and sold
> it to buy my current R/T.
>
> Bob
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net
> > [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net]On Behalf Of
> > scsilverdak
> > Sent: Friday, August 22, 2003 7:00 PM
> > To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
> > Subject: Re: DML: injectors
> >
> >
> >
> > Actually that is part of my plan down the road,
> > but first I want to explore the v6's limit on power, and see how far
> > I can actually push it.
> >
> > (the following is probably a pipe dream)
> >
> > Once I figure out how to go about swapping the 6 for a 8 (wiring,
> > PCM, making it all work in the '01 3.9 chassis)
> >
> > Then I'm gonna screw together a 408 and install a 46RE that will
> > take some real punishment!................
> >
> > Then I'll need to fit it with a cage or roll bar!
> >
> > Ron-
> > '01 Dakota Sport RC, 4X4, 3.9
> > Street ,Strip, and Show
> >
> >
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Tony Cellana" <acellan1@tampabay.rr.com>
> > To: <dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net>
> > Sent: Friday, August 22, 2003 9:20 PM
> > Subject: Re: DML: injectors
> >
> >
> > >
> > > V8s are an option ;-)
> > >
> > > TonyC
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