> -----Original Message-----
> From: clmartin@ppcusd8.org
>
> 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
Nope.
> 2. Fuel Level Sensor/Gauge, the wobbly needle syndrome
Yep. Replaced fuel sending unit.
> 3. Oil Pressure Sender
Nope.
> 4. Bendy Rear Driveshaft and Yolks
Nope.
> 5. Speedo Cable noise, even after lube and new cable
Nope.
> 6. Power Steering Morning Sickness and twitchiness at speed
Nope, mine's male. :-)
Ray
1992 Dakota
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