Yes! Cut the bedliner so it fits under the rail, only way to get a tonneau
cover on.
Wayne
----------
>From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net (DML Digest)
>To: dakota-truck-digest@buffnet4.buffnet.net
>Subject: DML Digest V4 #184
>Date: Mon, Jan 18, 1999, 12:02 AM
>
> DML Digest Monday, January 18 1999 Volume 04 : Number 184
>
>
>
> The subjects discussed in this digest are:
> ==========
> Re: DML: RE: Stage II: Attn Bill
> DML: Tonneau cover
> Re: DML: Tonneau cover
> Re: DML: Re: Lift Kit for a Dakota???
> Re: DML: Hotchkis Sway Bars, Parts & Etc
> DML: Wimpy stock coil
> Re: DML: RE: Stage II: Attn Bill
> DML: Clear Lenses/Bolt on Hood Scoop -Reply
> Re: DML: Wimpy stock coil
> RE: DML: RE: 3.92 gears Was:Audio (Dester) -Reply
> DML: Another Gibson Q
> RE: DML: about the paxton supercharger -Reply
> RE: DML: RE: about the paxton supercharger...others?
> Re: DML: Clear Lenses/Bolt on Hood Scoop
> DML: Re: DML, Milan Dakota Meet 99 Webpage
> Re: DML: Wimpy stock coil
> Re: DML: Wimpy stock coil
> Re: DML: Wimpy stock coil(HELP!)
> RE: DML: Wimpy stock coil
> Re: DML: Wimpy stock coil(HELP!)
> RE: DML: Wimpy stock coil
> Re: DML: Wimpy stock coil(HELP!)
>
> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 22:26:04 EST
> From: WillTier@aol.com
> Subject: Re: DML: RE: Stage II: Attn Bill
>
> In a message dated 1/15/99 8:43:30 PM Eastern Standard Time,
> Frank.T.Holloway@KP.ORG writes:
>
> << The crate motor manifolds are available, I haven't attempted to
> machine for injectors, but it shouldn't be much of a problem. Other people
> have machined them before. Getting tired of waiting for Mopar Performance to
> release the MPI manifold. Are you interested in one of the manifolds and
> what do you have for a TB??? >>
>
> Yeh I'd be interested in a Manifold if not too outragious in price. I have a
> Frank and Bruce Stage 1 but once I get to test it I am planning to send the
> stock unit for the latest reaming :-) Keep me posted on this manifold
> developement please.
>
> Thanks
> Bill
>
> PS Nice job on the TB ...
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 20:27:38 -0700
> From: "Weston-Lewis, Graeme" <Graeme.Weston-Lewis@lsil.com>
> Subject: DML: Tonneau cover
>
> I have the Mopar over the rail bedliner and would like to install a tonneau
> cover. Has anyone installed a cover with an over the rail bed liner? Any
> suggestions or recomendations? I was thinking of an aluminum cover rather
> than a soft cover.
>
> Graeme
> '97 SLT CC 4x4 V8
>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: mike d. (Michael Z-Sykes) [mailto:msykes@su.edu]
>> Sent: Sunday, January 17, 1999 4:49 PM
>> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>> Subject: Re: DML: Audio -Reply
>>
>>
>> >> My
>> Alpine would leave a cd almost burning to the touch especially when I
>> was
>> listening to the radio.<<
>>
>> I asked an Alpine Rep about that and he said it wsa the lights and the
>> internal Amp that produce the heat. Just FYI there =) I'm on
>> my 2nd Alpine
>> and I like them a lot. I'm lookin' to get the Alpine AINet EQ
>> here soon..
>>
>> -mike d.
>>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 22:32:57 EST
> From: HKUSP40578@aol.com
> Subject: Re: DML: Tonneau cover
>
> In a message dated 99-01-17 22:31:30 EST, you write:
>
> << I have the Mopar over the rail bedliner and would like to install a tonneau
> cover. Has anyone installed a cover with an over the rail bed liner? Any
> suggestions or recomendations? I was thinking of an aluminum cover rather
> than a soft cover.
> >>
> I have a soft tonneau with an over the rail liner, but then again it's a spray
> on, so that doesnt help, sorry.
> Kyle
> 93 Dakota 4x4 V6
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 19:33:57 -0800
> From: Jason & Sarah <Jpm699@email.msn.com>
> Subject: Re: DML: Re: Lift Kit for a Dakota???
>
> I'm assuming it's for the 97's on up. But I can't say for sure.
> www.skyjacker.com
>
> Jason
>
>
>
>>On Sat, 16 Jan 1999, Jason & Sarah wrote:
>>
>>> Skyjacker will have one available late this year.
>>>
>>
>>97+ or for all daks?
>>
>>- nick
>>
>>
>>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 19:29:39 -0800
> From: Gary Pinkley <gapinkley@earthlink.net>
> Subject: Re: DML: Hotchkis Sway Bars, Parts & Etc
>
> Look for the coils, leafs & sway bar sets to be available around
> the end of February. Our prices are not set yet, I'm still tallying
> everything up.
>
> An R/T may need some minor modifications to the front fender
> flares to accomodate the offset of the factory wheels.
> We witnessed some slight rubbing on the very inside lip under
> extreme cornering on a rough road. Some of this can be taken
> care of by tweaking the alignment. Running a slight amount
> of negative camber brings the top of the tire inwards and will gain
> a little clearance. I run an 8" rim width with a 5 7/8" backspacing
> so I don't have any problem. Also the factory 15" aluminum and
> steel wheel combinations don't rub.
>
> Gary Pinkley
> 97 really red dak
>
> Original Message:
>>Date: Fri, 15 Jan 1999 13:38:11 -0700
>>From: "Ryan D. Krokosinski" <eqgroup@equinoxfinancial.com>
>>Subject: Re: DML: Hotchkis Sway Bars, Parts & Etc.
>>
>
>>Hey Gary,
>>When do you think these parts will be available, specifically the R/Tstuff.
>>Any prices yet? Did you guys go with the lowered rear leafs?
>>It sounds like the perfect setup for me.
>>Ryan K
>>'99 R/T RC
>
>
> Gary Pinkley wrote:
> I was off the list for a little while due to vacation and holidays, so I
> just thought I'd give everyone an update. We're finished with
> our testing. In stock form, my reg cab v-6 5-spd ran 54 MPH through
> a 600 ft. slalom. With our suspension upgrade 2/3 drop, improved
> rate springs, uprated sway bars, and 17" wheels and tires, my truck ran
> a vastly improved 62 MPH. Quite literally, my truck was out of power.
> I did not have enough torque to accelerate between cones, so I had to enter
> the course at thetarget speed and try to maintain it. With more power,
> we couldsqueezesome more MPH out of it. So far, this is the fastest
> truck we've tested to date.
>
>
> Also, we tried our products on an R/T to check for tire fitment problems.
> At full compression, the front wheels just barely rub on the very inside
> of the fender flares, just ever so slighly. Unfortunately, we
> did not have the R/T for enough time to give numbers to the improvement.
> Since the R/T is already lower than other Daks, the drop is 1 1/2"
> front and2 1/2 rear.
> Gary Pinkley
> Hotchkis Performance
> 97 Really Red Dakota
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 20:46:43 -0700
> From: "Weston-Lewis, Graeme" <Graeme.Weston-Lewis@lsil.com>
> Subject: DML: Wimpy stock coil
>
> I was under the hood of my Dak yesterday and noticed that the coil looks
> very small and kinda wimpy. And what do all those wires that go in to the
> underneath do?
>
> Graeme
> '97 SLT CC 4x4 v8
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 22:39:27 -0500
> From: Jon Steiger <stei0302@cs.fredonia.edu>
> Subject: Re: DML: RE: Stage II: Attn Bill
>
> At 10:26 PM 1/17/99 -0500, you wrote:
>>In a message dated 1/15/99 8:43:30 PM Eastern Standard Time,
>>Frank.T.Holloway@KP.ORG writes:
>><< The crate motor manifolds are available, I haven't attempted to
>> machine for injectors, but it shouldn't be much of a problem. Other people
>> have machined them before. Getting tired of waiting for Mopar Performance to
>> release the MPI manifold. Are you interested in one of the manifolds and
>> what do you have for a TB??? >>
>>
>>Yeh I'd be interested in a Manifold if not too outragious in price. I have a
>>Frank and Bruce Stage 1 but once I get to test it I am planning to send the
>>stock unit for the latest reaming :-) Keep me posted on this manifold
>>developement please.
>>
>
>
> HEY!!! Don't sell any speed parts to that guy!! :-)
>
>
> -Jon-
>
> .--- stei0302@cs.fredonia.edu ------------------------------------.
> | Affiliations: DoD, EAA, MP Race Team, NMA, SPA, USUA. RP-SEL |
> | '96 Dodge Dakota v8 SLT CC (14.58@93.55), '96 Kolb FireFly 447 |
> `----------------------- http://www.cs.fredonia.edu/~stei0302/ ---'
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 22:49:05 -0500
> From: "mike d. (Michael Z-Sykes)" <msykes@su.edu>
> Subject: DML: Clear Lenses/Bolt on Hood Scoop -Reply
>
>>>>Has anyone seen any info on where I can get clear front parking light
>
> / directional lenses and a bolt on hood scoop for my 98?<<<
>
> I've done quite a bit of diggin' on this and have come up with a couple of
> things, but still no product!! Everyone that I talk to says that they will do
a
> run of 200 minimum! ouch!! That's pertainng to Tailights, Corners, Signals,
> and just about anything else you can think of...no one-offs =( I'm still
> lookin' though!!!
>
> - -mike d.
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 22:54:19 EST
> From: HKUSP40578@aol.com
> Subject: Re: DML: Wimpy stock coil
>
> In a message dated 99-01-17 22:51:56 EST, you write:
>
> << was under the hood of my Dak yesterday and noticed that the coil looks
> very small and kinda wimpy. And what do all those wires that go in to the
> underneath do?
> >>
>
> Accel does make a Super Coil with an adapter kit for Magnum engines so that
> wiring harness also get used, almost an exact replacement, but ALOT better.
> Kyle
> 93 Dakota 4x4 V6
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 21:56:46 -0600
> From: "Bernd D. Ratsch" <bernd@texas.net>
> Subject: RE: DML: RE: 3.92 gears Was:Audio (Dester) -Reply
>
> I had posted the information earlier. $525.00 at Austin Drivetrain (Texas).
>
> You can buy the gears from Motive Gear for about $290.00 (3.91:1 - POSI)
>
>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net
>> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net]On Behalf Of mike d.
>> (Michael Z-Sykes)
>> Sent: Sunday, January 17, 1999 9:11 PM
>> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>> Subject: Re: DML: RE: 3.92 gears Was:Audio (Dester) -Reply
>>
>>
>> >> the kit is almost 600 bucks and about 4 hours of labor which comes
>> out to about 800 bucks to get new gears. <<
>>
>> OUCH!! Maybe you could get the 3.92's cheaper... Someone on the list
>> said they got em' for a little under 500 I think....
>>
>> -mike d.
>>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 22:57:44 -0500
> From: "mike d. (Michael Z-Sykes)" <msykes@su.edu>
> Subject: DML: Another Gibson Q
>
> Hey all...
> Check this out, I'm thinkin' of gettin' a Gibson or Borla cat-back for my 88
> 6er. I know what yer' thinkin' "they don't make a Cat-bak for an 88 6er!"...
> hhehe.. yep! I have a plan though... How much different could a 93 long
> bed be underneath? I mean, really?! I know the hangers are in a different
> place, but couldn't a decent muffler shop alleiviate(sp?) that problem?
> Are the hangers attached to the pipes themselves or anything? Could
> anyone with a Gibson or Borla cat-back help me out here? I'm just thinkin
> that there has got to be a way to "adapt" the cat-back for a newer
> Dakota to my 88..... I vow, at this here computer, to find a way! =) hehe
>
> - -mike d.
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 19:58:25 -0800
> From: "Mok, Alan (SPB)" <AMok@spbank.com>
> Subject: RE: DML: about the paxton supercharger -Reply
>
> Pump gas?
>
> That's because your kits come with an air-air intercooler, right? Do you
> have a kit for '97+ Dakotas? Where would the intercooler be located?
>
> Alan
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Abadtaz@aol.com [SMTP:Abadtaz@aol.com]
> Sent: Saturday, January 16, 1999 2:55 PM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: Re: DML: about the paxton supercharger -Reply
>
> There is another solution. Welcome to the world of ATI. The
> centrifugal
> supercharger of the future. These guys make several units that can
> provide up
> to 15 psi. You can get 10 psi with the stock computer equipment and
> run on
> pump gas. Yes, I SAID 92 OCTANE PUMP GAS. Since I'm a dealer for ATI
> you can
> e-mail direct and I can answer every question you have. This unit
> bolts on the
> 6 as well as the 8 and produces over a 50% hp gain. AGAIN- THATS ON
> PUMP GAS
> FOLKS.
> Arthur Badstuebner
> Abadtaz@aol.com
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 19:58:18 -0800
> From: "Mok, Alan (SPB)" <AMok@spbank.com>
> Subject: RE: DML: RE: about the paxton supercharger...others?
>
> I had a Powerdyne before I got a Vortech. The Powerdyne is quiet compare to
> a Vortech (a slight whistle). There is a problem with the durability of the
> internal drive belt. Mine lasted 20k miles and require a rebuilt/upgrade for
> $600. Quite a few other Powerdyne owners have had belt failures. I would
> suggest another brand. Powerdynes are also limited in the output. I doubt if
> it can provide more than 6lb for a 360.
>
> Alan
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Geoffrey Hausheer [SMTP:ghaushe@ichips.intel.com]
> Sent: Friday, January 15, 1999 1:40 PM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: Re: DML: RE: about the paxton supercharger...others?
>
> Speaking of blowers, I have spent quite a bit of time looking for a
> blower for
> my '98 (assuming that some day I will have the money burning a hole
> in my
> pocket to buy one), and have looked pretty thoroughly at Paxton,
> Vortech, and
> KB....But Powerdyne has recently introduced a blower for the 97+
> daks (neither
> Vortech or Paxton have a "drop-in" kit for us yet as of last time I
> checked).
> This blower is oilless, so the install is supposedly easier, and the
> whole
> discussion of whether having a seperate oiling system, or using your
> engine's
> oil-system becomes a moot point. The Powerdyne systems are
> supposedly quieter
> than any of the others as well...The big question is, does anyone
> have any
> ACTUAL experience with these units? Quality? reliability? ease of
> install?
> power output? noisyness? cost?
>
> Just curious.
> .Geoff
> 98 318 4x4 CC
>
> Geoffrey Hausheer
> Intel Corp.
> Hillsboro, OR
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 20:10:04 PST
> From: david peterson <kawi@hotmail.com>
> Subject: Re: DML: Clear Lenses/Bolt on Hood Scoop
>
> There are no clear marker lights for the Dakota. The only ones I have
> found are for the Ram.
>
> Another DMLer
> David Peterson
> kawi@hotmail.com
>
> 97 SLT+ CC V6
> 3/5 drop--Toyota Supra taillights in a one off roll pan--FX flush
> tonneau with full bed carpet kit from Checkmate--FABM--Dunlop GTX2
> 255/70-15--Blacked out rear three windows with 5% tint--MTX sub box
> under rear seat--PPI ProMOS25 and Sedona 35x4--other mods in the works
>
>
>>From: bnich@bellatlantic.net
>>Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 19:12:06 -0500
>>To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>>Subject: DML: Clear Lenses/Bolt on Hood Scoop
>>Reply-To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>>
>>Has anyone seen any info on where I can get clear front parking light
>>/ directional lenses and a bolt on hood scoop for my 98? Thanks Bob
>
>
> ______________________________________________________
> Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 23:19:17 -0500
> From: Mark Kuzia <flyboy01@worldnet.att.net>
> Subject: DML: Re: DML, Milan Dakota Meet 99 Webpage
>
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>
> I've just setup a new webpage for the 99' Dakota Meet at Milan Dragway. =
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> on the link at the very top of the page
>
> Mark =20
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>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 23:29:42 EST
> From: HKUSP40578@aol.com
> Subject: Re: DML: Wimpy stock coil
>
> In a message dated 99-01-17 23:12:36 EST, you write:
>
> << << was under the hood of my Dak yesterday and noticed that the coil looks
> very small and kinda wimpy. And what do all those wires that go in to the
> underneath do?
> >> >>
>
> Well just as every other darn part of these trucks are computer controlled, I
> am sure the coil is also. Now as far as upgrading to a 'hotter' coil, are any
> other mods needed? I am hoping that putting on an aftermarket coil is a single
> mod and I wont need to buy one of those ignition boxes., because I want to get
> an Accel Super Coil. After upgrading coils, does anyone know if plug gap needs
> to be changed/altered?
> Kyle
> 93 Dakota 4x4 V6
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 23:36:54 -0500
> From: Mark Kuzia <flyboy01@worldnet.att.net>
> Subject: Re: DML: Wimpy stock coil
>
> Kyle,
> I installed an MSD Blaster III coil to the factory mount using a (GACK!)
> Ford Motorsports coil bracket. Very little work is required to mount it
> there. I listed the mod on my webpage: http://home.att.net/~flyboy01
>
> Mark
> http://home.att.net/~flyboy01
>
>
> - -----Original Message-----
> From: HKUSP40578@aol.com <HKUSP40578@aol.com>
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
> Date: Sunday, January 17, 1999 11:32 PM
> Subject: Re: DML: Wimpy stock coil
>
>
>>In a message dated 99-01-17 23:12:36 EST, you write:
>>
>><< << was under the hood of my Dak yesterday and noticed that the coil
> looks
>> very small and kinda wimpy. And what do all those wires that go in to
> the
>> underneath do?
>> >> >>
>>
>>Well just as every other darn part of these trucks are computer controlled,
> I
>>am sure the coil is also. Now as far as upgrading to a 'hotter' coil, are
> any
>>other mods needed? I am hoping that putting on an aftermarket coil is a
> single
>>mod and I wont need to buy one of those ignition boxes., because I want to
> get
>>an Accel Super Coil. After upgrading coils, does anyone know if plug gap
> needs
>>to be changed/altered?
>>Kyle
>>93 Dakota 4x4 V6
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 23:40:06 EST
> From: HKUSP40578@aol.com
> Subject: Re: DML: Wimpy stock coil(HELP!)
>
> By the way...I was looking in my manual I am was curious about what it listed
> under the ignition chapter:
> Ignition Coil Resistence:
> *Primary
> 87-90..................1.34-1.55 ohms
> 91 and later..........05-1.2 ohms
>
> *Secondary
> Prestolite Coil.......9,400-11,700 ohms
> Essex Coil............9,000-12,500 ohms
> Diamond Coil
> 87-90..............15,000-19,000 ohms
> 91...................15,000-19,000 ohms
> 92 and later.....11,300-15,300 ohms
> Toyodenso Coil
> 92 and later....11,300-13,000
>
> What does it mean or what is the difference between primary and secondary?
> What kind of coil would I have in my 93 Dakota V6 4x4 or how would I find this
> out, since there is a choice of 4? I am just trying to figure this whole coil
> language/terminology out before I buy an aftermarket coil! THANKS ALOT!!!!
>
> Kyle
> 93 Dakota 4x4 V6
> 99,600 miles
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 22:41:49 -0600
> From: "Bernd D. Ratsch" <bernd@texas.net>
> Subject: RE: DML: Wimpy stock coil
>
> If you run a "Hotter" coil, try setting the gap on your plugs a little bit
> larger (.005 - .010"). If it runs worse with the larger gap, put them back
> to stock.
>
> I've had great luck with the MSD-6A (Offroad) Box and the MSD Blaster-SS
> Coil. I run SplifFire Plugs (gapped @ .040") and MSD Wires. So far, i've
> increased my mileage a little bit (about 2mpg) and have a much smoother
> acceleration (and even the idle smoothed out as well).
>
> Check into the Accell coil if you don't want to cut/modify your existing
> harness.
>
> Bernd D. Ratsch
> Pflugerville, TX
> bernd@texas.net
> http://lonestar.texas.net/~bernd
> "Gonna buy me a Dodge Truck and blow those Fords off the road....."
>
>
>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net
>> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net]On Behalf Of
>> HKUSP40578@aol.com
>> Sent: Sunday, January 17, 1999 10:30 PM
>> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>> Subject: Re: DML: Wimpy stock coil
>>
>>
>> In a message dated 99-01-17 23:12:36 EST, you write:
>>
>> << << was under the hood of my Dak yesterday and noticed that
>> the coil looks
>> very small and kinda wimpy. And what do all those wires that
>> go in to the
>> underneath do?
>> >> >>
>>
>> Well just as every other darn part of these trucks are computer
>> controlled, I
>> am sure the coil is also. Now as far as upgrading to a 'hotter'
>> coil, are any
>> other mods needed? I am hoping that putting on an aftermarket
>> coil is a single
>> mod and I wont need to buy one of those ignition boxes., because
>> I want to get
>> an Accel Super Coil. After upgrading coils, does anyone know if
>> plug gap needs
>> to be changed/altered?
>> Kyle
>> 93 Dakota 4x4 V6
>>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 23:44:11 EST
> From: HKUSP40578@aol.com
> Subject: Re: DML: Wimpy stock coil(HELP!)
>
> Can an aftermarket igntion coil be an effective mod if put on without any
> other fancy ignition products(of course other than spark plugs, wires, cap and
> rotor)??????????
> Kyle
> 93 Dakota 4x4 V6
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 22:43:03 -0600
> From: "Bernd D. Ratsch" <bernd@texas.net>
> Subject: RE: DML: Wimpy stock coil
>
> Hey...I used a Ford 5.0L Intake Tube as a Proto-Type for my K&N System. (I
> knew those Fords were good for something...spare parts.) heheheeh :)
>
>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net
>> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net]On Behalf Of Mark Kuzia
>> Sent: Sunday, January 17, 1999 10:37 PM
>> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>> Subject: Re: DML: Wimpy stock coil
>>
>>
>> Kyle,
>> I installed an MSD Blaster III coil to the factory mount using a (GACK!)
>> Ford Motorsports coil bracket. Very little work is required to mount it
>> there. I listed the mod on my webpage: http://home.att.net/~flyboy01
>>
>> Mark
>> http://home.att.net/~flyboy01
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: HKUSP40578@aol.com <HKUSP40578@aol.com>
>> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
>> Date: Sunday, January 17, 1999 11:32 PM
>> Subject: Re: DML: Wimpy stock coil
>>
>>
>> >In a message dated 99-01-17 23:12:36 EST, you write:
>> >
>> ><< << was under the hood of my Dak yesterday and noticed that the coil
>> looks
>> > very small and kinda wimpy. And what do all those wires that go in to
>> the
>> > underneath do?
>> > >> >>
>> >
>> >Well just as every other darn part of these trucks are computer
>> controlled,
>> I
>> >am sure the coil is also. Now as far as upgrading to a 'hotter' coil, are
>> any
>> >other mods needed? I am hoping that putting on an aftermarket coil is a
>> single
>> >mod and I wont need to buy one of those ignition boxes., because
>> I want to
>> get
>> >an Accel Super Coil. After upgrading coils, does anyone know if plug gap
>> needs
>> >to be changed/altered?
>> >Kyle
>> >93 Dakota 4x4 V6
>>
>>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 23:57:03 -0500
> From: Mark Kuzia <flyboy01@worldnet.att.net>
> Subject: Re: DML: Wimpy stock coil(HELP!)
>
> I dont remember exactly, but if I remember right from electronics school,
> you divide the secondary by the primary and you get the voltage increase. I
> think you muliply this by the input voltage to get its total output. I
> think? I am not sure what the input voltage is exactly.
>
> Mark
> http://home.att.net/~flyboy01
>
> - -----Original Message-----
> From: HKUSP40578@aol.com <HKUSP40578@aol.com>
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
> Date: Sunday, January 17, 1999 11:41 PM
> Subject: Re: DML: Wimpy stock coil(HELP!)
>
>
>>By the way...I was looking in my manual I am was curious about what it
> listed
>>under the ignition chapter:
>>Ignition Coil Resistence:
>>*Primary
>> 87-90..................1.34-1.55 ohms
>> 91 and later..........05-1.2 ohms
>>
>>*Secondary
>> Prestolite Coil.......9,400-11,700 ohms
>> Essex Coil............9,000-12,500 ohms
>> Diamond Coil
>> 87-90..............15,000-19,000 ohms
>> 91...................15,000-19,000 ohms
>> 92 and later.....11,300-15,300 ohms
>> Toyodenso Coil
>> 92 and later....11,300-13,000
>>
>>What does it mean or what is the difference between primary and secondary?
>>What kind of coil would I have in my 93 Dakota V6 4x4 or how would I find
> this
>>out, since there is a choice of 4? I am just trying to figure this whole
> coil
>>language/terminology out before I buy an aftermarket coil! THANKS ALOT!!!!
>>
>>Kyle
>>93 Dakota 4x4 V6
>>99,600 miles
>>
>
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