whtshelby@AOL.COM wrote:
>
> Just signed on to this list today.
>
> I own a '93 Dakota 4x4 extended cab with Magnum V-8. Good running
> machine, however I feel I must comment on the 150mph statements which
> I have been reading. I came out of a downhill in South Texas at
> (speedometer registered) 110 mph. Although I had plenty of rev's left
> in the motor, the horses just were not available to bring this
> aerodynamic brick up to such speeds. A stock Dakota, regardless of
> engine, doing 150mph. I hardly think so.
>
> Now, for the techie stuff. I wish to put a set of headers and
> performance exhaust on my truck. Any suggestions as for brand and
> price which would give me some extra HP and MPG would be much
> appreciated. Additionally, I am looking to get some extra ponies
> from an upgraded ignition. Any suggestions as for suppliers?
>
> Thank You in advance.
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I'd definately go with Dough Thorley headers, I felt a nice improvement
in low end torque and a good kick in the pants on the upper revs.
Exhaust, just about any cat-back system is good. You can go duals or
not, mostly just preference there. As far as the upgraded ignition,
well the jury is still out. I think it was Bill that lost two tenths
with the MSD and then gained them back when he went back to stock. You
should check out truckperformance.com, they had the low price when I got
my headers.
Now... the 150mph thing...... Uhhh, did I miss something, this is the
first I have heard of it. I think I agree with you, to reach that speed
you'd need one HELLOVA lot of power, much more than what an f-body would
need. I'm sure some math guru on here could probably point out an
equation on wind resistance, but I think the drag increases
exponentially, or at least it feels like it. BTW, I hit 115 the other
night and was still gaining pretty good. I think my top end would be
somewhere around 130 but I don't plan on finding out anytime soon.....
Welcome to the list! BTW you dindn't give your name.
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Michael Clark mike@snakebite.com
'93 MarkIII 4X2 V-8 SWB RC auto, DDBC, MP SBEC
K&N FIPK, Flowmaster cat-back dual, WaterWetter
Doug Thorley Headers, Moroso Blue Max wires
http://userv.wt.net/~mclark/dakota.html
http://userv.wt.net/~mclark/webring/ring.html
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