I believe the injectors have a different flow rate for
the HO motor....correct?
Kyle
--- "Bernd D. Ratsch" <bernd@dodgetrucks.org> wrote:
>
> Grab the Fastman throttle body for a 2001 model. As
> for the 2005 parts, let
> me look at the intake more closely at the dealership
> as there are some minor
> design changes on the intake manifold: mounting
> brackets mainly. As for the
> valve covers, yes...you can blast/polish/paint them.
>
>
> On the tools, there is a wedge tool that you can use
> for holding the
> tensioner in place, but if you're really
> careful...the job can be done
> simply by using zip ties to hold the chain to the
> cam gear (one side at a
> time).
>
> - Bernd
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Ned Buckmaster [mailto:Ned@Buckmaster.com]
> Sent: Sunday, April 29, 2007 5:10 AM
> To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
> Subject: DML: 4.7L HO parts
>
>
> I have a 2K 2WD club cab with the 4.7L engine and
> automatic tranny. It has
> 85k miles on it. Airaid intake, Transgo
> reprogramming kit, Flowmaster 40
> series muffler and dual rear exhaust. I am looking
> into the HO cams and
> intake, which (according to various accounts on the
> web) add anywhere from
> 20 to 35 hp.
> In my research, it appears that the HO intake is
> hard to find, and any
> late-model 4.7L intake has most of the advantages of
> the HO intake. So it
> looks like I want the following parts….
>
>
> 2005 INTAKE MANIFOLD, Dakota, 4.7L $59.79
> 2005 CAMSHAFT, Dakota, w/High Output, Right - 4.7L
> - 4.7L $102.78
> 2005 CAMSHAFT, Dakota, w/High Output, Left - 4.7L -
> 4.7L $102.78
>
> Now, I think that the IAT sensor changed in the way
> it was mounted, but
> electrically it still connects the same. So I’ll get
> this part:
>
> 2002-2003 TEMP SENSOR, Dakota, 3.7L and 4.7L $6.41
>
> The 2000 came with 65mm throttle body. Later OEM
> throttle bodies are 68mm. I
> can get this OEM throttle body for what seems like a
> great price.
>
> 2005 THROTTLE BODY, Dakota, 4.7L $87.40
>
> Or would I get a decent benefit by going to a
> Fastman-modified ($180+core)
> or BBK aftermarket ($300+) throttle body?
>
> Other than the special tools to make the job easier,
> is there anything else
> I should get before I start? Gaskets? Quart of JD?
>
> And finally, has anyone painted the magnesium valve
> covers on a 4.7?
> anything special to worry about? Can I blast them
> and spray them with
> hi-temp paint like a steel cover? Can they be
> polished?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Ned Buckmaster
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
2004 Dakota Quad Cab SLT
4.7L V8, Auto, 4x4, 3.55 Gears
Flowmaster 3" 40 Series Exhaust
Thru-Body Exhaust, K&N FIPK Intake
Jet Chip Stage II Performance Module
Pro Comp 17X8 Series 8089 Wheels
Yoko Geolander AT+II 265/70R17 Tires (siped)
Leer QXL Cap, Rhino Liner, Billet Fuel Door
APC Clear Corners, Class IV Hitch
Vent Visors, Husky Foor Liners
Windows Tinted, Polk Speakers
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