OK... why didn't you guys ask me?? I've had a premagnum V8 (5.2L),
a magnum V8 (5.2L obd-i), and now have 2- magnum v8's (5.9L- RT)...
The 360 has a LOT more grunt than my last 5.2L did, plus all of the mods
I put into my 318 (headers, computer, exhaust, FIPK, H&B Throttle Body,
etc.)
added up to over $1100.... My RT is quicker in the 60' by .4 seconds, and
is
running .3 seconds faster in the 1/4--- From a pulling towing stand point,
I'd
feel the 5.9L will really enjoy the additional 35lbs. of torque-- The jump
I
experienced from STOCK to modified on my 5.2L made an additional 45 hp,
and 40 ft.lbs... and when I towed my buddy's boat, first stock, then after
mods.
it was a BIG difference...plus better mileage.
Mileage with the 5.9L is noticeable lower than the 5.2L though... somewhere
around 2-3 MPG less.... My best mileage in my RT has been 14.5 (only 3k
on it).... whereas my 5.2L 5 spd--3.90 geared Dakota got 20 mpg. (best,
averaged
16.5 over the lifetime of the truck). The RT actually turns less revs. than
my SLT
did...so the 3.92 gearing isn't THAT bad--- the 5.9L just drinks fuel,
that's all.
Sam '99 RT x 2
-----Original Message-----
From: Wisotzkey, Rich <Rich.Wisotzkey@gsc.gte.com>
To: 'dakota-truck@buffnet.net' <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Date: Monday, March 08, 1999 6:23 AM
Subject: DML: RE: 318vs360
>Bob,
>The difference between the 318 and 360 is only around 15hp, and 35lbs. of
>torque; not much difference. (I don't remember the gas mileage
difference.)
>You didn't mention whether you are looking at a 2WD, 4WD, or a std., auto
>tranny. I average 18-19mpg with my std. 2WD, and am pleased with the
>performance. Of course your mileage is going to depend on your style of
>driving, and you can add modifications to either engine to up your
>performance.
>
>Guess it really boils down to what you want most. More power, or more
>economy. I believe you have your answer in the second sentence of your
>post. "Wanted the power, but also decent mpg." You just described the
318.
>More power than the V6, better gas mileage that the 360.
>Rich - Ashburn, VA
>-----Original Message-----
>From: Bob H [mailto:torch@triplet.net]
>Sent: Sunday, March 07, 1999 8:43 PM
>To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
>Subject: DML: 318vs360
>
>
>
>With this talk about the 360 coming out in non-R/T pkgs on the CC, was
>wondering if I got the right motor. Wanted the power, but also decent mpg.
>Is there much diff between the 2 motors? Planning on headers, air filter,
>and cat backs mainly to help with the mpg. Will I be happy with the 318?
>Need a little input from you V8 guys/gals out there. And is that rumor or
>fact that the 360 will be in the CCs for 2000? Think I am getting the order
>jitters...Input please.
>
>
>Bob Hardt
>Aiken,SC
>99 Black Dakota CC 5.2 Auto
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