There just is really no reason not to get a V8. Mileage is just about the
same as a V6 and the monthly payments would be about 5 bucks more. Hell,
sometimes I feel my 318 is alittle too underpowered, might as well go with
the 360!!!
Jason
>> Engines: V8. V6 is too underpowered for a 4X4 Xcab in my opinion. <<
IYHO! IMHO the v6 is just dandy, thank you very much.
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Patrick and Kelly Engram [SMTP:shetland@erols.com]
> Sent: Monday, August 30, 1999 12:38 AM
> To: DML
> Subject: DML: ordering his Y2K Dakota
>
> Here are some suggestions and comments I have for Tom Perry.
>
> I like the basic truck you are putting together. I would add the $60
> radio controls on the steering wheel since you are getting the CD
> player. If you've ever driven a Jeep with these, they're great and well
> worth the money.
> Bigger Brake package? Get it, Bigger is better (stop quicker)
> 3.92 Gears- Better for performance, worse for gas mileage. I would
> decline on this upgrade if I were you and stick with the 3.55's for your
> mileage goal. Definitely get the positraction rear with any V8 4X4
> truck.
> Heavy duty packages: Get every one you can buy-the price is cheap
> compared to what the upgrades offer. Get the suspension upgrade, the
> cooling system upgrade, and the battery/alternator upgrade.
> Engines: V8. V6 is too underpowered for a 4X4 Xcab in my opinion.
> If you are shy about the 4.7L, wait til about November and buy the
> 4-door coming out. But open up your check book first-you'll probably
> pay sticker for it.
> Good luck, and read my next post for some general comments on Y2K
> daks.
> Patrick
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