Re: Re: RE: Buying Used Dakotas

From: Bill Pitz (dakota@billpitz.com)
Date: Sun Aug 31 2003 - 20:26:46 EDT


On Sun, 31 Aug 2003 17:31:29 -0400, mikgoo@charter.net ("Mike
Goodell") wrote:
>> with it being 4x4 and club cab, i would try to find a V8.
>>
>> Gabe Couriel
>>
>>
>What will I gain power wise by getting the 5.2
>instead of the 3.9. I am not looking to drag race this thing,
>It's main priority is going to be to get me to and from work
>any time, any day, any weather, with the least amount of drama
>possible, and a good dose of comfort and reliability thrown in
>for good measure. Occasional towing duties during boating season
>of 2000 lbs or less.

Basically you'll be getting better acceleration and more "guts"
overall without any significant sacrifice in mileage. While there are
a lot of happy 3.9 owners, I've heard lots of people say they wish
they'd have gotten the V8 instead.

-Bill



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