Re: RE: New DC V8 Buzz

From: Eric Kurtz (erickurtz@home.com)
Date: Thu Oct 21 1999 - 20:51:11 EDT


Yikes! With my name attached to rumors like that I have to check in on
you guys once and a while! lol
Eric

brian.duffey@intelsat.int wrote:
>
> " DC will offer a third V8, which will be built at the Toluca,
> Mexico engine plant, will have overhead cams displacing
> 6.1 L. and will be powered by a D-C proprietary blend of Cuervo and Jalapena
> paste. This new blend is promised to produce higher then normal octane
> levels while remaining very ozone friendly. However, spontaneous emissions
> of this blend have been shown to cause burning around the tailpipe, eyes and
> nose." - Eric Kurtz, (A highly placed source at D-C).
>
> Don't stay away from the list too long Eric. all sorts of rumors could get
> started it you're not around to defend yourself!
>
> Good Luck with the Cherokee and let the DML know whats going on at DC
> occasionally.
>
> Duff
> '95 SLT 4x4 CC 318 4spd/OD - 3.55 LSD
> MSD 6AL - MSD Blaster Coil
> MSD 8.5 wires - K&N FIPK - F&B Stage I TBI
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Bob Tom [mailto:tigers@bserv.com]
> Sent: Thursday, October 21, 1999 8:05 AM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: DML: New DC V8 Buzz
>
> DC will offer a third V8, which will be built at the Toluca,
> Mexico engine plant, will have overhead cams displacing
> 6.1 L. and most likely will be the base engine in the heavy
> duty Rams.
>
> The next generation V10 will most likely be about 6.5 L.
> The next generation Cummins Diesel will probably be a 6.3 L
> I6.
>
> The next generation Minivan will offer a V8 which is said
> to feel like a slightly de-tuned version of the SC 4.7 Charger
> R/T. These Minivans are said to be based on the same platform
> as the Intrepid/Concorde. The V8 is said to be only available
> in the AWD, extended wheelbase Dodge, Chrysler Minivans (possibly
> Caravan R/T and a performanced T&C (= Pacifica).
>
> Despite politely-worded demands from DMLers, the MP PCMs for '97
> Dakotas have been put on the dangerous list indefinitely
> (J/K on this one, I hope).



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