Re: RE:DML Power in 1st gear

From: mrdancer (mrdancer@camalott.com)
Date: Tue Feb 09 1999 - 11:19:37 EST


MoPar doesn't offer a 3.7, you will need to go to 3.55 - that's what I have
and I have to 'work' to keep from burning rubber on dry pavement (I also
have the auto & 136k miles). You may want to consider the MSD, this will
help your starting out in 2nd gear.....doesn't lug the engine so much.

>normal driving. And starting in second, the engine sounds so pained that
>I don't try that too often anymore. I'm also not thrilled by being at
>2750 RPM to go 75MPH and the mileage that goes along with it. I
>understand that balls-out performance is better with the 3.92, but I can't
>help but think that I'd be happier with something on the order of a 3.7,
>which is why I'm considering the taller tires (and soon too, because these
>Eagle GAs really suck)
>
>David Gloff
>Computer Technician
>Valcom Professional Computer Center; Kemper/Scudder/Zurich Funds
>aolim: dgloff
>Loaded Intense Blue '99 Dakota Sport CC 318 5-speed 3.92SG
>Sony C680 CD Player and HX-504 amp
>Phoenix Gold XS 10" Sub, 6 1/2" midranges, 3/4" tweeters



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