I haven't pushed my Dak over 100, I have the great ability to attract cops, so I just
don't push it, but doesn't the stock computer govern at 115 anyway?
Michael Clark wrote:
> 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... 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.
> --
> 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
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