Well I just received mine today! They look absolutely HOT! (pun intended)
The only problem is that the box says '97 4x4, but the instructions say
"'97 4x4 AUTO, not for use with 5 speed!!" They even had the exclamation
marks. The shop that sold them, Truck Performance, has done a great job at
follow up and is calling MOPAR for me. I tried calling but the line is
busy. Eric at Truck Performance said he knows the people w/ the answers.
He believes it will work for either Auto or 5 Speed. He'll confirm
tomorrow.
I can't wait for the install! They even came w/ the California CARB number
for emission exemption.
James Bird BirdJD@InternetMCI.com
'97 Dakota CC, V8, 5sp, 4x4, 3.55 gears, loaded, 500w of serious sound
-----Original Message-----
From: Sam Parthemer [SMTP:samp@cts.com]
Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 1997 12:57 PM
To: dakota@ait.fredonia.edu
Subject: Re: The bad effects of Doug Thorleys...(long)
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>
> Sam, thanks for the reply. I still think I'll get the headers. This
> guy does all our repairs and such on the family cars. We've used him
> for many years. He does good work and also has a few race cars so I
> thought he might know a little, but he isn't familiar with Dakota stuff
> firsthand. I think also he may like the idea of busting peoples bubbles
> if you know what I mean, kinda has an ego at times... I think that I
> may get some heat shielding material for the ac hoses and stuff anyway,
> wouldnt hurt any. Thanks for the info though, guess after hearing all
> the negatives I just needed a little encouragement...
> --
>
> __________________________________________
> | Michael Clark |
I know what you mean. You'll see that the AC hoses and such
are fine, and only the 2 items I mentioned are close to the heat.
Secondly,
the engine compartment will actually be cooler while driving, as the heat
given
off of the headers will dissipate and blow out of the engine bay. ALSO,
after shut down the headers will be touchable in about 10-15 minutes...try
that with stock manifolds!! (OUCH!)
Sam '95 SLT Dakota
http://www.users.cts.com/king/s/samp/
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