Hi Jeff,
My 94' had the computer, 160 stat, and a Flowmaster 3-chamber. It got 17.5
to 18.5 mpg with this combo. The rockers and springs suggestion was pure
%100 bull.
See my page for some suggestions.
Mark
http://home.att.net/~flyboy01
-----Original Message-----
From: Jeff Durling <durling@ibm.net>
To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Date: Thursday, January 14, 1999 9:00 PM
Subject: DML: Mod Questions
>Hey everybody! I just signed up to the list again,(been a while) and
>before I only used it as a spectaor sport (only read and never
>asked....stupid). Anyway I have a few questions. First I have a '96 RC
>sport with the 318 and was wondering if anyone has painted there black
>bumpers to match. If so, do you have any pictures and could you send me
>some? I have seen several darker colored daks (green, black, etc.) but I
>have not seen any lighter colered except with graphics.
>
>Second, I have talked to Terry Delong from Pro Finish and he has given
>me some advice as to fixing up my engine but one has me confused. He
>says that when I install the Mopar Performance Computer I also need to
>put in heavier valve springs to compensate. ( and while there go ahead
>and install some roller rockers) I plan on doing these mods but want to
>do them when I get around to installing a new cam and ported heads. (
>I'm not rich just seriuos about fixing up my dak) I want to get the
>computer pretty soon around the same time that I am getting my exhaust.
>I already have a 14" k&n clone installed and that made a big difference.
>Any input on this would be great!
>
>Third and last, how much performance will I lose if I keep my 3.55
>rearend? I want performance but I also want to be able to take trips and
>whatnot without going to crazy at the pump. (the 93 octane for the
>computer will be bad enough)
>
>I ahve other questions but will keep from putting them here to keep this
>post from getting any longer.
>
>Sorry for such a long post!!!!
>
>Jeff Durling
>'96 Red RC Sport 318
>
>
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