clmartin@ppcusd8.org wrote:
> DML List,
>
> Every vehicle I've ever owned has had its share of quirky little
> idiosyncracies and "Achilles Heels." In comparing notes with other high
> mile owners, it is amazing how systems fail at about the same # miles or
> rate. I'm not sure if this is purposeful design obselete to nickel and dime
> us or design to a set price point. I'm sure the various generations of the
> Dakota are the same from experience. What is typical??? Here are some of
> my observations, feel free to chime in on-list or contact me off-list:
>
> Generation II [1991 CabPlus 3.9L Manual 175k miles]
>
> 1. Headlight Switches
> 2. Fuel Level Sensor/Gauge, the wobbly needle syndrome
> 3. Oil Pressure Sender
> 4. Bendy Rear Driveshaft and Yolks
> 5. Speedo Cable noise, even after lube and new cable
> 6. Power Steering Morning Sickness and twitchiness at speed
>
> Generation III {1998 CabPlus 3.9L Auto 110k miles]
>
> 1. Ball Joints
> 2. Front Swaybar End Link problems
> 3. Air Conditioner Compressor and general AC problems
> 4. Brake Hose Recall
> 5. Headlight Switches
>
> What are your nagging experiences with these???
>
> Just wondering,
>
> -Christopher L. [I love my Dakotas] Martin...
> Deeply rural Springfield, IL
>
>
My Gen 3 has had:
Headlight Switch
Fuel Level Sensor/Gauge, the wobbly needle syndrome
Oil Pressure Sender
Power Steering pump sheared the shaft
Ball Joints
Front Swaybar End Link problems
Air Conditioner Compressor and general AC problems
LSD, ring and pinion gears
Transmission Speed Sensor x2
4x4 position sensor.
more I don't remember now...
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