5 speed availability and other matters

From: tnadoman@ix.netcom.com
Date: Thu Jun 05 1997 - 14:40:31 EDT


After reading all the discussion about limited availability of 5 speed/V8's, I went to the
dealership where I purchased mine (northern VA). Out of the 7 V8's (4x4 and a few 4x2's), 2 were
stick and 5 were auto.

Gas mileage...I continue to get between 16 and 17 mpg on a tank (about 360 miles). This is with
the K&N FIPK (otw as the Meldrum fresh air).

I can't sleep at night thinking about the '98 RT Dakota with a 360. If it had a stick, I would
almost uncertainly trade in and get the 360. Can't decide if I want the bigger engine with an
auto, or a little smaller engine with the stick. Oh what is one to due?

I am looking to get the Mopar headers for the '97 Dakota 4x4. My question is this...should I get
the headers installed before the Gibson dual exhaust or get the exhaust before the headers come
out. Or does it matter?

Anyway, I love this group and the discussions that are brought forward!

Dave Thede
'97 Dakota Sport+ CC 4x4 V8/5-speed 3.55
K&N FIPK clone
Mopar headers...Gibson dual exhaust someday soon I hope

 



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