Yes, the dip sticks are too long. You need to order a new one from the
dealer.
Wayne
----------
>From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net (DML Digest)
>To: dakota-truck-digest@buffnet4.buffnet.net
>Subject: DML Digest V4 #198
>Date: Wed, Jan 20, 1999, 12:03 AM
>
> DML Digest Wednesday, January 20 1999 Volume 04 : Number 198
>
>
>
> The subjects discussed in this digest are:
> ==========
> Re: DML: RE: Y pipe (n-stuff)
> Re: DML: RE: Curious--- Sorry
> RE: DML: Intake Manifolds: Attn Eric
> Re: DML: V6 (Shaun)
> DML: Weird Experience / Gremlins
> RE: DML: mopar cam for magnum engines
> DML: JARDINE headers
> DML: RE: Police option on Durango?
> RE: DML: Who makes Dakota 4x4 aftermarket stuff???
> Re: DML: 97+ Driving lite wattage
> Re: DML: Weird Experience / Gremlins
> DML: dipstick tube
> DML: wanted: r/t picture
> RE: DML: New Member Intro
> DML: RE: Weird Experience / Gremlins
> DML: r/t spotted
> RE: DML: Stillen
> Re: DML: Weird Experience / Gremlins
> RE: DML: Stillen
> RE: DML: Shift Kits
> DML: muffler questions
> Re: DML: Tires for 99 Dak 4x4
> RE: DML: Computers,Attn:Frank Holloway
> DML: Re: The OBDII Performance Struggle
> DML: Colorado Meet
> RE: DML: Weird Experience / Gremlins
> RE: DML: Tires for 99 Dak 4x4
> Re: DML: mopar cam for magnum engines
> RE: DML: RE: Y pipe (n-stuff)
> DML: RE: JARDINE headers
> RE: DML: V6 (Shaun)
> DML: Re: Dakota Graphics Page not downloading?
> Re: DML: JARDINE headers
>
> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 21:44:48 -0500
> From: bnich@bellatlantic.net
> Subject: Re: DML: RE: Y pipe (n-stuff)
>
> Bernd D. Ratsch wrote:
>>
>> Yeah...and the stock rear swaybar is even smaller. I'm using mine for a
>> coat hanger now. :)
>>
>> > -----Original Message-----
>> > From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net
>> > [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net]On Behalf Of
>> > bnich@bellatlantic.net
>> > Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 7:05 PM
>> > To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>> > Subject: DML: Y pipe
>> >
>> >
>> > Geeezzzz, I was looking under my truck today, God that y pipe is small!
>> > I don't know why I didn't notice when I did my A-Arms. I'm gona have to
>> > get one of those perf. Y pipes. Bob
>> >
>
> Bernd,
> Did you change yoy rear sway bar? How much of a difference did it make?
> Bob
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 21:46:45 -0500
> From: bnich@bellatlantic.net
> Subject: Re: DML: RE: Curious--- Sorry
>
> The Man From Utopia wrote:
>>
>> Forgot Ed in New Brunswick, and I gotta find the other dude in my archives..
>>
>> Greg
>> 95 DSCC v6 5spd
>>
>> > -----Original Message-----
>> > From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net
>> > [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net]On Behalf Of
>> > bnich@bellatlantic.net
>> > Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 8:02 PM
>> > To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>> > Subject: Re: DML: RE: Curious--- Sorry
>> >
>> >
>> > The Man From Utopia wrote:
>> > >
>> > > Hey Joe you got a couple of us here in Jersey if that helps. I think you
>> > > would be more than welcome to join us at any of our meets. I
>> > was thinking of
>> > > setting up a meet some time soon in Hackensack at Cubby's
>> > Steaks. At last
>> > > count there are 6 of us from Jersey here. There is also the MoparParts
>> > > Nations at Raceway Park in May, and the Moparformance Swap Meet in July.
>> > > I'm working on seeing if any of my old connections at Raceway
>> > Park can get
>> > > us a group discount for those 2 events.
>> > >
>> > > Greg
>> > > 95 DSCC v6 5spd
>> > >
>> > > > -----Original Message-----
>> > > > From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net
>> > > > [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net]On Behalf Of Joseph
>> > > > DaVolio
>> > > > Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 11:51 AM
>> > > > To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>> > > > Subject: DML: Curious--- Sorry
>> > > >
>> > > >
>> > > > My curiosity is getting the best of me.... I checked the DML
>> > > > member map and I
>> > > > only found one other person that lives in the Long Island, New
>> > > > York area. Is
>> > > > this it?? If you live on Long Island or in the vicinity let me
>> > > > know.. Nothing
>> > > > up now, but maybe in the future we can get together.
>> > > >
>> > > > Later,
>> > > > Joe DaVolio
>> > > > DAVOLJ @ OLYMPUS.com
>> > > > P.S: I travel a lot on business so keep me informed on your DML
>> > > > meets. If I'm in
>> > > > the area at the time I'll stop by (as long as you wouldn't mind a
>> > > > Rental car).
>> > > >
>> > > >
>> >
>> > Greg, Whos the 6?? You , Me, David, Ski, Whos the other 2? Bob
>> >
>
> Greg, Don't think I ever talked to Ed. Bob
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 20:52:56 -0600
> From: Vladimir Ryall <vladimir@austin.rr.com>
> Subject: RE: DML: Intake Manifolds: Attn Eric
>
> I have one of these all prepped and ready to install, it looks awesome.
> Don't forget the teflon coating... can you say, SWEEEETTTT !!!!
>
> VLADIMIR
> 96 Indy "FASRAM"
> http://home.austin.rr.com/fasram/
> http://www.indyram.org/
>
> - -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net]On Behalf Of
> N2mopars@aol.com
> Sent: Sunday, January 17, 1999 11:11 AM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: Re: DML: Intake Manifolds: Attn Eric
>
>
> In a message dated 99-01-17 11:17:51 EST, you write:
>
> << Eric,
> Do you have a copy of the article in Mopar Muscle or do you remember what
> issue it was in. My understanding is that you cut down the divider inside
> the manifold, I don't remember how much. I also think that you were
> supposed
> to shorten the runners. Again I need to know how much. I hope this is just
> as simple as machining the runners from the inside (cutting them down). If
> I
> remember, you had filled in some of the plenum with block filler?? One heck
> of a big plenum. Where did you put the block filler. Any help on locating
> the article or getting info would be great. I have one of the V-8 manifolds
> all cleaned up and ready for the mill.........
>
> Frank >>
>
>
> Frank you are correct. The issue is the Mopar Muscle July 1997. The center
> divider is cut down two inches (Jules once posted this) You cut the runners
> as far as possible. And fill in the plenum chambers around the runners to
> take up air space. In the article they say to weld them up with pieces of
> aluminum, as the filler material is too heavy. Also dont forget about
> welding
> the heat shield to the plate on the bottom of the manifold. Maybe do a
> little
> work at the inlets from the TB to make that transistion smoother. It almost
> looks as if the plenum divider is wider then the space between those
> openings.
> My truck does not have EGR, but for the guys that do, the plenum divider
> houses the EGR passage. If you cut it down for the full length of the
> divider, you are cutting away this passage. On my truck, I would just
> replug
> the passage at the end of the manifold. Maybe on the EGR trucks you just
> leave the passage open at the end of the manifold????
>
> Brad
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 21:59:26 -0500
> From: bnich@bellatlantic.net
> Subject: Re: DML: V6 (Shaun)
>
> SFowler454@aol.com wrote:
>>
>> I have the same truck as you. I have added the FABM and a Gibson dual
cat-back
>> exhaust. The improvement in the upper rpms is quite impressive...
>> Shaun
>
> Shaun, I also have the K+N and the Gibson Dual will you be doing or have
> you done a Frank + Bruce TB ? They say I have one on the way. Bob
> Nichols
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 22:03:33 -0500
> From: bnich@bellatlantic.net
> Subject: DML: Weird Experience / Gremlins
>
> Had something weird happen today. While driving up the hwy tonght, doing
> about 70, I hit tapped the brake with my left foot and the RPM's on the
> tach went up. I did it a couple times and the same thing happened.
> Anybody ever see this?? Gremlins?? Bob Nichols
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 21:13:32 -0600
> From: Vladimir Ryall <vladimir@austin.rr.com>
> Subject: RE: DML: mopar cam for magnum engines
>
> I have a buddy that has the RT Cam, it really wakes up the motor. HOwever,
> I chose slightly more aggressive specs for mine. Boy what a difference from
> the RT cam... The RT cam is definently a winner though. Make sure to
> install the new springs and retainers. Those Crower 1.7 rockers really work
> too, consider those as well.
>
> VLADIMIR
> 96 Indy "FASRAM"
> http://home.austin.rr.com/fasram/
> http://www.indyram.org/
>
> - -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net]On Behalf Of Jack Hilton
> III
> Sent: Monday, January 18, 1999 3:53 PM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: Re: DML: mopar cam for magnum engines
>
>
> I think the 45-50 HP is the total possible gain if you add all of the
> components , isn't it ?
>
> A.K.A. - Magnum R/T Kit
>
>
> At 01:36 PM 1/18/1999 -0800, you wrote:
>>I was scanning the PAW catalog and it shows a cam from Mopar for Magnum
>>engines. It say the cam requires a Mopar valve springs and retainer kit. Is
>>anyone using this cam? Any drivability problems? It claims to give 45 HP if
>>you have exhaust, air filter and a Mopar computer (SBEC).
>>
>>Alan
>>
>>
>
> - ----------------------------------------------
>
> Jack Hilton III
>
> Black 1998 Dodge Dakota R/T Club Cab
>
> Charter Pipeline......the Next Wave.....
>
> HEMI@charter.net
>
> http://webpages.charter.net/hemi/jbd1.html
>
> - ----------------------------------------------
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 22:13:59 EST
> From: Dester243@aol.com
> Subject: DML: JARDINE headers
>
> Okay, can someone please resend me the internet address of jardine exhaust
> peepz? i hate it when i forget to bookmark.
> - -Dester
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 19:18:39 -0800
> From: dakota_5sp_v8 <Dakota_5sp_v8@zracer.com>
> Subject: DML: RE: Police option on Durango?
>
> it was probably acquired in a drug seizure.
>
> Joel
>
> - -----Original Message-----
> From: Michael Guzinski [mailto:m.gski@CWIX.com]
> Sent: Monday, January 18, 1999 9:33 PM
> To: Dakota Mailing List (E-mail)
> Subject: DML: Police option on Durango?
>
>
> I saw the other day that the Denver Police department were cruising around
> in 1999 Durango's. The computer has a speed limiter in it right? Is there
> any Police option in the computer to remove the speed limiter?
>
> Michael Guzinski
> 1999 Club Cab SLT
> 318 Auto 4X4
> Metallic Red
> Colorado USA
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 19:25:03 -0800
> From: dakota_5sp_v8 <Dakota_5sp_v8@zracer.com>
> Subject: RE: DML: Who makes Dakota 4x4 aftermarket stuff???
>
> If you have not gotten rid of the badyears then going for some off road
> tires will definatly help out allot. Those badyears suck offroad.
>
> Joel
>
> - -----Original Message-----
> From: Dkota4by4@aol.com [mailto:Dkota4by4@aol.com]
> Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 6:04 AM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: Re: DML: Who makes Dakota 4x4 aftermarket stuff???
>
>
> Matt,
> There are a lot of people on the list who use their Dak as an off road
> vehicle. Most of us just aren't as vocal as the racers ;-). Right now
> parts
> for our Daks are a little hard to find, but several companies are working on
> it. It might help if you told us exactly what you are looking for...but
> your
> best bet is to buy a 4x4 magazine and look through the ads. Most places
> have
> a 1-800 number and a phone call is all it takes. You would be suprised at
> how
> many people have stuff for us, they just don't advertise it. Listen to some
> of the racers on the list. They are very knowlegable is the areas of HP and
> Torque gains. Let us know if you have any particulars in mind.
>
> Russ
> 97 4x4 CC 318 SLT+
> Rhino Roll Top Power Bolt Python 3000 Blazer Horns
> Mopar Perf headers Gibson dual 14x3 FABM
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 19:26:48 PST
> From: david peterson <kawi@hotmail.com>
> Subject: Re: DML: 97+ Driving lite wattage
>
> YES both my headlights and driving lights are blue. They are not as blue
> as the lincoln the bulbs I have in my motorcycle (H4) are a lot more
> blue.
>
> 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--blue ion headlights and
> 55 watt driving lights--other mods in the works
>
>
>
>>From: Ican2u7176@aol.com
>>Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 17:19:01 EST
>>To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>>Subject: Re: DML: 97+ Driving lite wattage
>>Reply-To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>>
>>In a message dated 1/19/99 12:37:40 AM Eastern Standard Time,
> kawi@hotmail.com
>>writes:
>>
>><< I have been running Blue ion 55 watt bulbs for the past 8 months and
>> have had no problems with mine blowing fuses.
>>
>> David Peterson
>> >>
>>
>>Are you talking about the Blue Style lights like on the new Lincolns
> and
>>Mercedes? If so where can you purchace these lights for the Dakotas?
>>
>
>
> ______________________________________________________
> Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 22:36:59 -0500
> From: Robert Trottmann <rotrottmann@davidson.edu>
> Subject: Re: DML: Weird Experience / Gremlins
>
> bnich@bellatlantic.net wrote:
>
>> Had something weird happen today. While driving up the hwy tonght, doing
>> about 70, I hit tapped the brake with my left foot and the RPM's on the
>> tach went up. I did it a couple times and the same thing happened.
>> Anybody ever see this?? Gremlins?? Bob Nichols
>
> No, Pacers.
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 22:37:41 -0500
> From: Patrick and Kelly Engram <shetland@erols.com>
> Subject: DML: dipstick tube
>
> " I believe most if not all
> R/Ts have a problem with the tranny dipstick being too long. "
>
>
> - -Or is the tube too short? (Because the R/T is supposed to be lowered!)
>
> : o )
>
> Patrick
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 22:38:40 -0500
> From: Patrick and Kelly Engram <shetland@erols.com>
> Subject: DML: wanted: r/t picture
>
> I'm looking for a photograph of a regular cab R/T, intense blue. Anyone
> got one posted somewhere?
> Patrick
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 19:37:24 -0800
> From: dakota_5sp_v8 <Dakota_5sp_v8@zracer.com>
> Subject: RE: DML: New Member Intro
>
> what was the decrease in 1/4 mi time from the TB install?
>
> Joel
>
> - -----Original Message-----
> From: Alan Short [mailto:ashort@flash.net]
> Sent: Monday, January 18, 1999 12:50 PM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: Re: DML: New Member Intro
>
>
> a strain wrote:
>>
>> I was on the list previously but dropped off when I sold my 95 Dak.
>>
>> Why am I back on - picked up a 99 solar yellow RT today. Look foward to
>> input on performance and apperance mods from the list.
>>
>> The discussion on the tent at C@C. I think it requires 30 members of a
> club
>> for a tent. And guess what the largest clubs win Money. I believe it is
> the
>> top 3. MML has place 2nd behind NOHA the las two years that I was there.
>>
>> Later
>> Allen Strain - Hixson TN
>> 67 Cuda - 71 Twister (V3X) - 78 Magnum - 85 Ramcharger - 99 Dakota RT
>
> My newest recommendation on performance: wait for the MOPAR
> performance
> computer and see if it has worked out the strangle hold. The R/T
> computer will adjust and suck the life out of virtually every bolt on so
> that it runs as much like stock as possible. I have an R/T with JET II
> module, 180 thermostat, electric fans, headers/y-pipe, and ported
> throttle body. These should really add hp and to a certain extent do,
> but I have raced similar "stock" vehicles and either barely won ('99
> R/T) or lost (95 318 5spd w/ bolt-ons). I have run a best of 15.1 @ 90
> mph, before headers/y-pipe and ported T/B. TX Motorplex opens 6 FEB 99.
> I'll post the new times. Alan S.
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 20:42:47 -0700
> From: Michael Guzinski <m.gski@CWIX.com>
> Subject: DML: RE: Weird Experience / Gremlins
>
> That happens with all automatic transmissions in one degree or another.
> When you apply your brakes your computer raises the RPM a little to keep it
> from dying. or at least that is what I have been told.
>
> Michael Guzinski
> 1999 Club Cab SLT
> 318 Auto 4X4
> Metallic Red
> Colorado USA
>
>
>
>
> - -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net]On Behalf Of
> bnich@bellatlantic.net
> Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 8:04 PM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: DML: Weird Experience / Gremlins
>
>
> Had something weird happen today. While driving up the hwy tonght, doing
> about 70, I hit tapped the brake with my left foot and the RPM's on the
> tach went up. I did it a couple times and the same thing happened.
> Anybody ever see this?? Gremlins?? Bob Nichols
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 22:45:30 -0500
> From: Patrick and Kelly Engram <shetland@erols.com>
> Subject: DML: r/t spotted
>
> Someone was looking for a red regular cab R/T for their brother not long
> ago....
>
> There is a new '99 on a lot in Aberdeen, Maryland.
>
> Option package 28B, H/D Service Group, security alarm, Power overhead
> convenience group, R/T sport group, 4 wheel antilock brakes, floor mats,
> sliding rear window, 6x9 power mirrors, a/c, am/fm cassette/cd/eq,
> steering wheel audio controls
>
> Sticker: $23,200
>
>
> Patrick
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 19:44:13 -0800
> From: dakota_5sp_v8 <Dakota_5sp_v8@zracer.com>
> Subject: RE: DML: Stillen
>
> nice! bet it courners like a wet dream. That is one solid truck that wont
> flex much.
>
> Joel
>
> - -----Original Message-----
> From: bnich@bellatlantic.net [mailto:bnich@bellatlantic.net]
> Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 1:19 PM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: Re: DML: Stillen
>
>
> Bob Mankin wrote:
>>
>> bnich@bellatlantic.net wrote:
>> >
>> > > Bob, Thanx for checkin out my truck. I couldn't get to your pics, got
> a
>> > error message. ......
>>
>> Bob,
>>
>> Reason is 'cuz the dope on this end can't type!
>>
>> Try this one:
>>
>> http://www.dnai.com/~bobm/images/lowered.jpg
>>
>> TTYL,
>>
>> BobBob,
> Looks nice. I like the idea of no free wheel well at at. What was that
> drop 4/6? Geezz yo must not have any travel at all? Are you air bagged?
> Bob
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 21:44:43 -0600
> From: jim miller <jmiller@texnet.net>
> Subject: Re: DML: Weird Experience / Gremlins
>
> This is NORMAL if you have an automatic transmission. It is because the
> lock-up torque converter unlocks each time the brake it touched allowing the
> rpm to increase a little.
>
> Robert Trottmann wrote:
>
>> bnich@bellatlantic.net wrote:
>>
>> > Had something weird happen today. While driving up the hwy tonght, doing
>> > about 70, I hit tapped the brake with my left foot and the RPM's on the
>> > tach went up. I did it a couple times and the same thing happened.
>> > Anybody ever see this?? Gremlins?? Bob Nichols
>>
>> No, Pacers.
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 19:46:51 -0800
> From: dakota_5sp_v8 <Dakota_5sp_v8@zracer.com>
> Subject: RE: DML: Stillen
>
> you dont have a email link on your website. Scrap the cat-back kit and go to
> a exhaust specailty shop and get a custom 3" inch cat back.
>
> Joel
> http://www.zracer.com/dakota.htm
>
>
> - -----Original Message-----
> From: bnich@bellatlantic.net [mailto:bnich@bellatlantic.net]
> Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 1:19 PM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: Re: DML: Stillen
>
>
> Bob Mankin wrote:
>>
>> bnich@bellatlantic.net wrote:
>> >
>> > > Bob, Thanx for checkin out my truck. I couldn't get to your pics, got
> a
>> > error message. ......
>>
>> Bob,
>>
>> Reason is 'cuz the dope on this end can't type!
>>
>> Try this one:
>>
>> http://www.dnai.com/~bobm/images/lowered.jpg
>>
>> TTYL,
>>
>> BobBob,
> Looks nice. I like the idea of no free wheel well at at. What was that
> drop 4/6? Geezz yo must not have any travel at all? Are you air bagged?
> Bob
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 19:52:39 -0800
> From: dakota_5sp_v8 <Dakota_5sp_v8@zracer.com>
> Subject: RE: DML: Shift Kits
>
> a shift kit will make the trans shift harder. Instead of boom it will go BAM
> into gear and will slip less during shifts. shift kits dont modify shift
> points.
>
> Joel
>
> - -----Original Message-----
> From: Michael Clark [mailto:markiiidakota@hotmail.com]
> Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 2:20 PM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: Re: DML: Shift Kits
>
>
> You too!?? Mine does the exact same thing to me. If I "get on it" from
> a light it holds it till red line (then takes about 17 hours to shift
> into 2nd). My parents Durango holds 1st much longer than my dak and it
> feels real good. You can try moving the kickdown cable which is
> connected to the rear passenger side of the throttle body. This will
> change the shift points to some extent. I have found that messing with
> this can improve 1-2 shifts but on the highway it will not want to
> downshift to pass someone, or if it does it will downshift and then
> immediately upshift again..... I think we just need a good shift kit.
>
> - ---Mike, near Houston.---
> My sig file=====> http://web.wt.net/~mclark/signature.txt
> My Dakota page==> http://web.wt.net/~mclark/dakota.html
> Dakota Webring==> http://web.wt.net/~mclark/webring/ring.html
>
>
>>From: "Scofield, Erin" <Erin.Scofield@qwest.net>
>>I've noticed some undesirable shifting habits in my '93 Dakota.=A0 It =
>>shifts
>>into second gear before I even clear an intersection (shifting at about
> =
>>2000
>>rpm/15 mph)
>
>
>
>
> ______________________________________________________
> Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 21:54:27 -0600
> From: Peeps <peeps@evansville.net>
> Subject: DML: muffler questions
>
> Hello to all, I have noticed my dak is a bit louder than usual. I
> think I am getting a hole in the muffler. So I was thinking now is a
> good time to throw a few questions at ya. When I first bought the truck
> I REALLY liked the way it sounded. A little louder and deeper sounding
> than most. Really liked the rumble!
>
> If I have to have the muffler replaced how is it going to sound? What
> can I do to change the sound if it is too quiet? Options? Prices?
>
> Thanks,
> Jessi
>
> Dakota Sport, 93', Auto, 2 WD
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 19:59:37 PST
> From: Darcy Eisner <dodgedak@hotmail.com>
> Subject: Re: DML: Tires for 99 Dak 4x4
>
> Good point, nope I haven't really looked under it yet. Coming from a
> Ford never thought about being able to adjust the torsion bars, will it
> put the alinement out badly?
> And for the gears don't have a clue right off, but I'll be looking into
> that tomorrow as well.
> Thanks for the thoughts, I'll let you know how it goes.
> Darcy
>>
>>I have a 98 4x4 with the factory 31x10.5x15 tires on it. I have not had
> any
>>clearance problems.Did you try to raise the torsion bars for clearance?
>>You didn't say what ratio you have so I not sure how they will affect
> your
>>performance.I have a V8 with the 3.92 gears and perfomance is not a
> problem.
>>Roderic
>>98 CC 4x4 Sport+
>>
>>
>
>
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> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 20:06:40 -0800
> From: dakota_5sp_v8 <Dakota_5sp_v8@zracer.com>
> Subject: RE: DML: Computers,Attn:Frank Holloway
>
> the end user cannot reprogram the optimizer but they can. I have been
> waiting for mine since the first part of december. They lag bigtime. On the
> other hand its the only pcb that ill change fuel and spark curve throughout
> the powerband. JET doesnt do that. 600 is pricy for 25hp. Thats 24 bucks per
> ponie. thier sc is 3850. thats 38.50 per ponie if it adds 100 hp.
>
> Joel
> http://www.zracer.com/dakota.htm
>
>
> - -----Original Message-----
> From: O26ON4@aol.com [mailto:O26ON4@aol.com]
> Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 4:05 PM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: Re: DML: Computers,Attn:Frank Holloway
>
>
> In a message dated 1/19/99 2:30:39 PM EST, sferrari@concentric.net writes:
>
> << I have not heard any comments regarding the Kenne Bell Optimizer.
> Anyone run one? I think it's around $600, but if I remember right,
> it is also programmable.
> I assume one could put this on, say, with intake and exhaust mods and
> then reprogram it when a blower is added later. Right?
>
> Steve >>
> Frank Holloway could probably give us all his opinion on the optimizer.
> How 'bout it Frank, any ideas?
> Steve in Houston
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 22:12:31 -0600
> From: Andre Mauboussin <andrem@cyberramp.net>
> Subject: DML: Re: The OBDII Performance Struggle
>
> Alan Short wrote:
>
>> These should really add hp and to a certain extent do,
>> but I have raced similar "stock" vehicles and either barely won ('99
>> R/T) or lost (95 318 5spd w/ bolt-ons).
>
> That would be me and my 95, no? ;0)
> Oh, BTW, I just got a big check today and I will order a cam, intake mods and
maybe
> even some mild port work on the heads. Also, Bruce is working feverishly on a
Stage
> II TB for me as well. Looks like more bad news for you Alan ;0) Seriously, it
was
> great to meet you and your R/T is one Handsome truck. See you at the strip.
>
> Andre Mauboussin
> 95 14.70(soon to drop precipitously) @93.5mph
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 21:15:21 -0700
> From: Michael Guzinski <m.gski@CWIX.com>
> Subject: DML: Colorado Meet
>
> I may be good to go this weekend.......My wife will come only if she doesn't
> have to 4 wheel...How many takers do we have so far?
>
> Michael Guzinski
> 1999 Club Cab SLT
> 318 Auto 4X4
> Metallic Red
> Colorado USA
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 21:16:29 -0700
> From: Michael Guzinski <m.gski@CWIX.com>
> Subject: RE: DML: Weird Experience / Gremlins
>
> Does this happen an the non-locking t/c as well?
>
>
> - -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net]On Behalf Of jim miller
> Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 8:45 PM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: Re: DML: Weird Experience / Gremlins
>
>
> This is NORMAL if you have an automatic transmission. It is because the
> lock-up torque converter unlocks each time the brake it touched allowing the
> rpm to increase a little.
>
> Robert Trottmann wrote:
>
>> bnich@bellatlantic.net wrote:
>>
>> > Had something weird happen today. While driving up the hwy tonght, doing
>> > about 70, I hit tapped the brake with my left foot and the RPM's on the
>> > tach went up. I did it a couple times and the same thing happened.
>> > Anybody ever see this?? Gremlins?? Bob Nichols
>>
>> No, Pacers.
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 21:23:22 -0700
> From: Michael Guzinski <m.gski@CWIX.com>
> Subject: RE: DML: Tires for 99 Dak 4x4
>
> What shop put the tires on...the 33s? They should not have even let it out
> with the rubbing during "routine" driving and road
> conditions....hmmmm...safety hazard...
>
> - -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net]On Behalf Of Darcy
> Eisner
> Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 9:00 PM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: Re: DML: Tires for 99 Dak 4x4
>
>
>>Good point, nope I haven't really looked under it yet. Coming from a
>>Ford never thought about being able to adjust the torsion bars, will it
>>put the alinement out badly?
>>And for the gears don't have a clue right off, but I'll be looking into
>>that tomorrow as well.
>>Thanks for the thoughts, I'll let you know how it goes.
>>Darcy
>>
>>I have a 98 4x4 with the factory 31x10.5x15 tires on it. I have not had
> any
>>clearance problems.Did you try to raise the torsion bars for clearance?
>>You didn't say what ratio you have so I not sure how they will affect
> your
>>performance.I have a V8 with the 3.92 gears and perfomance is not a
> problem.
>>Roderic
>>98 CC 4x4 Sport+
>>
>>
>
>
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> Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 23:23:16 -0500
> From: Mark Kuzia <flyboy01@worldnet.att.net>
> Subject: Re: DML: mopar cam for magnum engines
>
> Hey Vladimir,
>
> Where did you get that cam?
> What make?
> What was the price?
> What part number?
> What are the specs?
> How does it work with the stock computer?
>
> Sorry if thats a lot of questions, but I'm trying to make a cam decision in
> the next couple of weeks.
>
> Thanks
> Mark
> flyboy01@worldnet.att.net
> http://home.att.net/~flyboy01/
>
> - -----Original Message-----
> From: Vladimir Ryall <vladimir@austin.rr.com>
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
> Date: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 10:13 PM
> Subject: RE: DML: mopar cam for magnum engines
>
>
>>I have a buddy that has the RT Cam, it really wakes up the motor. HOwever,
>>I chose slightly more aggressive specs for mine. Boy what a difference
> from
>>the RT cam... The RT cam is definently a winner though. Make sure to
>>install the new springs and retainers. Those Crower 1.7 rockers really
> work
>>too, consider those as well.
>>
>>VLADIMIR
>>96 Indy "FASRAM"
>>http://home.austin.rr.com/fasram/
>>http://www.indyram.org/
>>
>>-----Original Message-----
>>From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net
>>[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net]On Behalf Of Jack Hilton
>>III
>>Sent: Monday, January 18, 1999 3:53 PM
>>To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>>Subject: Re: DML: mopar cam for magnum engines
>>
>>
>>I think the 45-50 HP is the total possible gain if you add all of the
>>components , isn't it ?
>>
>>A.K.A. - Magnum R/T Kit
>>
>>
>>At 01:36 PM 1/18/1999 -0800, you wrote:
>>>I was scanning the PAW catalog and it shows a cam from Mopar for Magnum
>>>engines. It say the cam requires a Mopar valve springs and retainer kit.
> Is
>>>anyone using this cam? Any drivability problems? It claims to give 45 HP
> if
>>>you have exhaust, air filter and a Mopar computer (SBEC).
>>>
>>>Alan
>>>
>>>
>>
>>----------------------------------------------
>>
>>Jack Hilton III
>>
>>Black 1998 Dodge Dakota R/T Club Cab
>>
>>Charter Pipeline......the Next Wave.....
>>
>>HEMI@charter.net
>>
>>http://webpages.charter.net/hemi/jbd1.html
>>
>>----------------------------------------------
>>
>>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 22:22:50 -0600
> From: "Bernd D. Ratsch" <bernd@texas.net>
> Subject: RE: DML: RE: Y pipe (n-stuff)
>
> Better handling with the 2" Lift and bigger tires. The only bar (and only
> the rear) available at the time was from Helwig. I also changed to the
> Rancho RS5000 at the same time so there was a noticeable difference.
>
> I've got the part numbers on my website.
>
> Bernd D. Ratsch
> Pflugerville, TX
> bernd@texas.net
> http://lonestar.texas.net/~bernd
> 1997 Dakota SLT-CC (3.9L)
> License Plate Frame: "Don't Follow Me...I'm Trolling for Toyota's"
> Song for the Day: "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
>> bnich@bellatlantic.net
>> Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 8:45 PM
>> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>> Subject: Re: DML: RE: Y pipe (n-stuff)
>>
>>
>> Bernd D. Ratsch wrote:
>> >
>> > Yeah...and the stock rear swaybar is even smaller. I'm using mine for a
>> > coat hanger now. :)
>> >
>> > > -----Original Message-----
>> > > From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net
>> > > [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net]On Behalf Of
>> > > bnich@bellatlantic.net
>> > > Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 7:05 PM
>> > > To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>> > > Subject: DML: Y pipe
>> > >
>> > >
>> > > Geeezzzz, I was looking under my truck today, God that y pipe
>> is small!
>> > > I don't know why I didn't notice when I did my A-Arms. I'm
>> gona have to
>> > > get one of those perf. Y pipes. Bob
>> > >
>>
>> Bernd,
>> Did you change yoy rear sway bar? How much of a difference did it make?
>> Bob
>>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 22:24:15 -0600
> From: "Bernd D. Ratsch" <bernd@texas.net>
> Subject: DML: RE: JARDINE headers
>
> Here ya go....
>
>
> http://www.jardineproducts.com
>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net
>> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net]On Behalf Of
>> Dester243@aol.com
>> Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 9:14 PM
>> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>> Subject: DML: JARDINE headers
>>
>>
>> Okay, can someone please resend me the internet address of jardine exhaust
>> peepz? i hate it when i forget to bookmark.
>> -Dester
>>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 22:23:32 -0600
> From: "Bernd D. Ratsch" <bernd@texas.net>
> Subject: RE: DML: V6 (Shaun)
>
> Let me know how the TB runs. I'm very interested in it now....
>
>
>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net
>> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net]On Behalf Of
>> bnich@bellatlantic.net
>> Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 8:59 PM
>> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>> Subject: Re: DML: V6 (Shaun)
>>
>>
>> SFowler454@aol.com wrote:
>> >
>> > I have the same truck as you. I have added the FABM and a
>> Gibson dual cat-back
>> > exhaust. The improvement in the upper rpms is quite impressive...
>> > Shaun
>>
>> Shaun, I also have the K+N and the Gibson Dual will you be doing or have
>> you done a Frank + Bruce TB ? They say I have one on the way. Bob
>> Nichols
>>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 23:45:07 -0500
> From: Mark Kuzia <flyboy01@worldnet.att.net>
> Subject: DML: Re: Dakota Graphics Page not downloading?
>
> This is a multi-part message in MIME format.
>
> - ------=_NextPart_000_01EF_01BE4405.BEC29120
> Content-Type: text/plain;
> charset="iso-8859-1"
> Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable
>
> Has anyone else had problems downloading the Graphics page?
> I only get to the M's when my browser stops downloading the pictures and =
> leaves a little red [x].
> Does anyone know how to resolve this?
> I use Win 98, IE4.0, 56K v.90 modem.
>
> Thanks,
> Mark
> http://home.att.net/~flyboy01/
>
> - ------=_NextPart_000_01EF_01BE4405.BEC29120
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>
> <!DOCTYPE HTML PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD W3 HTML//EN">
> <HTML>
> <HEAD>
>
> <META content=3Dtext/html;charset=3Diso-8859-1 =
> http-equiv=3DContent-Type>
> <META content=3D'"MSHTML 4.72.3110.7"' name=3DGENERATOR>
> </HEAD>
> <BODY bgColor=3D#ffffff>
> <DIV><FONT color=3D#000000 size=3D2>Has anyone else had problems =
> downloading the=20
> Graphics page?</FONT></DIV>
> <DIV><FONT color=3D#000000 size=3D2>I only get to the M's when my =
> browser stops=20
> downloading the pictures and leaves a little red [x].</FONT></DIV>
> <DIV><FONT color=3D#000000 size=3D2>Does anyone know how to resolve=20
> this?</FONT></DIV>
> <DIV><FONT color=3D#000000 size=3D2>I use Win 98, IE4.0, 56K v.90=20
> modem.</FONT></DIV>
> <DIV><FONT color=3D#000000 size=3D2></FONT> </DIV>
> <DIV><FONT color=3D#000000 size=3D2>Thanks,</FONT></DIV>
> <DIV><FONT color=3D#000000 size=3D2>Mark</FONT></DIV>
> <DIV><FONT color=3D#000000 size=3D2><A=20
> href=3D"http://home.att.net/~flyboy01/">http://home.att.net/~flyboy01/=
>></FONT></DIV></BODY></HTML>
>
> - ------=_NextPart_000_01EF_01BE4405.BEC29120--
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 20:53:39 PST
> From: Leonard Zuniga <l_zuniga@hotmail.com>
> Subject: Re: DML: JARDINE headers
>
> www.jardineproducts.com
>
> Leonard
>
>
>
>>
>>Okay, can someone please resend me the internet address of jardine
> exhaust
>>peepz? i hate it when i forget to bookmark.
>>-Dester
>>
>
>
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>
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