| From | Message |
Penrod
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
3/25/2004
00:26:46
|
 Subject: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
I've ordered a new '04 Dak CC loaded with the Stampede package and now I'm having second thoughts. I left my S-10 4x4 w/4.3l V-6 at the dealers and it sold 2 days later. I was all fired up to get the Dak with the 4.7l V8......until I found this site and started reading about the problems with the 4.7 engines and trannies. WTF, have I made a mistake I'll regret for years to come? My S10 only had 37,000 miles on it but I never had a single problem out of it. I looked at the new Colorado's but just didn't find them appealing...looks cheap and I want a V8. Please tell me the problems I'm reading here are not common with all Daks and as long as I regularly service mine I shouldn't have a problem. Sorry for the long post but damn $27,500 is alot of money to put out for a truck with a flawed engine and tranny.
|
AJA
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
3/25/2004
00:38:14
|  RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
I've got a 2003 Stampede CC with the 4.7 and I'm happy. No problems so far, but every manufacturer has problems. I've had worse luck with GM than I've ever had with Dodge. If I do have problems, then I'll deal. I don't mind gettin' my hands dirty.
|
another mark
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
3/25/2004
01:06:22
|  RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
Don't get too depressed about your purchase. You usually only see negative posts on sites like these about our trucks. These forums usually don't represent the people that are happy with their trucks. I've got a 99 and only had a couple sensors and a cat go bad on it. I think my Dakota is the best automotive purchase I ever made.
|
6lizrd
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
3/25/2004
02:34:15
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
your going to be fine, nice truck, v-8, and your extended warranty if there is a problem. i believe
most of the transmission troubles were with the older dak's (pre-2000)
|
Dan
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
3/25/2004
03:48:20
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
hey Penrod,
These guyd are right, I have a 03 CC 4x4 with the 4.7. I love it and have had no problems with it except one minor recall. You will be happy, epecially with all of the additional power over that little S-10.
Dan
|
Overthehill
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
3/25/2004
07:25:19
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
I'm curious. Just how much was the Stampede option? I thought I might add it to my '00 R/T so I went to the parts department and asked how much the pieces were. He wrote down $405.00 for ONE piece for the rocker panel (it takes 4 per side). He asked if he should go on and I told him never mind. With the wider tires, the front of the rear flares look like they've been sand blasted. I don't want to screw up the looks of the truck with mud guards. I bought some 3M paint protective film for the top of the bed where the Extang Full Tilt tonneau sits. Works great, but the flares are contoured and I'm not sure I can get a good fit. Any suggestions?
|
Timberwolf
GenIII
3/25/2004
10:34:34
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
Penrod,
What you have to remember is that the people on these boards tend to be fanatics and want their vehicle to be perfect. We tend to look a little harder for defects than the general population. No matter what brand you're talking about, the forums are going to list the negatives. Every brand has it's weaknesses. It's good to be informed and know what to look out for. I have owned Ford, Chevy, Jeep trucks in the past and my '99 Dakota is the best I've ever owned. Congradulations, you just purchased an awesome truck.
|
Free America
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
3/25/2004
11:01:21
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
Be proud of your purchase. These are fantastic trucks. This website has the most fanatical owners, by far. Dodge owners are proud. I think you made a wise purchase.
|
good buy
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
3/25/2004
11:22:14
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
Don't worry about what the trolls on this site have to say, they are chevy and toyota lovers who just like to cause trouble.
|
CThomp
*GenIII*
3/25/2004
12:11:34
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
'00 4.7L w/ 50,000 miles. No probs other than the brakes which are partly my fault. I tend to experiment alot and that experiment didn't work as well.
If you are paranoid about your brakes don't be. Your '04 brakes are supposed to be awesome. If you are really paranoid about your auto tranny go to apsprecision.com. Those guys can calm your fears.
|
Penrod
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
3/25/2004
13:32:33
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
Thanks guys. I was a little worried about all the negs posted but considering all the Daks that are out there the negs posted here are really quite small. I've already planed mods for it once it gets here. 2/4 Belltech drop with Nitro Active shocks and sway bars. MBRP duals if they'll work with the Stampede package and drop. Cold air intake w/TB spacer, Fastman 68TB and a cowl induction hood. I'm not sure about the wheels yet, don't like the hassle of aluminum or chrome so I'm leaning toward the R/T's. Anywho thanks again, I'm feeling better about my Dak...now if the dealer would only call and say it's here.
Overthehill, the Stampede package is $1300 and change when ordered with the vehicle, not sure about price when ordered from dealer.
|
CThomp
*GenIII*
3/25/2004
13:37:19
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
Dump the TB spacer. They are worthless. BBK 70mm TB's are on sale right now at truckperformance.com. I'm ordering one this afternoon.
|
Free America
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
3/25/2004
13:54:19
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
Glad you feel better Penrod. You are going to be quite happy. My uncle had an S-10 and he absolutely loves my cousin's 00 Dak x-cab with the 4.7. I look forward to going home everynight so I can take the Dak home.
|
kota24
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
3/25/2004
17:22:53
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
You'll love your dakota Penrod. I too looked at those Colorado's and Canyon's. The only thing I like is the front end. Everything else is blah to me compared to the Dakota. I have a 98 Dakota Sport with a V8 with 60,000 miles on it. Only had it in the shop once, that was for a small tranny fluid leak. I'm more than happy with my truck. You'll be happy with yours too. Enjoy it!
|
Brock Wagner
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
3/25/2004
17:32:11
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
What is a Stampede package?? I got an 03 last year and I don't recall that as an option? Or is it just the tire and hanling group?
|
Overthehill
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
3/25/2004
18:31:17
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
Go to this link for a picture of the stampede option on a Dakota.
http://www.keychrysler.com/dodge/2003/dakota/
Found this on a web page.
For 2003, Dodge Dakota is available with a new “Stampede” package (late availability) on Regular Cab and Club Cab® Sport models. The Stampede model features unique monochromatic custom front and rear body color fascia moldings, ground-effect side body moldings, 16" x 8" aluminum wheels, wheel flares and rear stabilizer bar.
|
Joey
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
3/25/2004
20:51:45
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
when i went to my dealer a couple months ago they said that the stampede package is only available from the factory and that its not a dealer installed option and that i couldnt get it for my 2002 r/t. were they lying to me or wat??
|
WS-1500
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
3/25/2004
21:26:54
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
The wife has an'03 Durango 4.7 and likes ita lot. I think you'll like it.
|
WipLash
R/T
3/25/2004
22:03:32
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
Joey,
Yes they are lying!! Think about it....
If the parts can't be purchased and installed as a seperate package, then how will they repair an original Stampede that gets involved in an accident? All of the Stampede pieces can be purchased and installed on the standard Dakota. They were selling the exact same appearance package at StylinConcepts 3 years before DC desided to make it a "Stampede" option. My mouth dropped the first time I saw a Stampede. I could not believe that DC stooped so low as to stick a cheap aftermarket ground effects kit on a Dakota and make it a factory option. You would think that they would at least come out with a new design that was orignal rather than use someone else's design. Upon seeing this for the first time (last fall), I imediately went and pulled out my StylinConcepts catalog and there it was. DC took the cheapest aftermarket ground effects kit available and put it on a Dakota and called it a Stampede. You can pay 3 prices for it at the dealer or you can get it from StylinConcepts.
There is a kid that works at McDonalds, where I live, that his Dad bought this exact kit and had it put on his 1999 CC 3.9L Dakota in the Spring of 2001. Everyone thinks he has a Stampede. He had his truck customized with this "Stampede" kit 2 years before DC ever made the Stampede.
|
Deep Purple
*GenIII*
3/27/2004
07:59:40
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
You'll like it once you get it. It was a good choice. Good luck.
|
Nick
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
3/31/2004
21:43:14
| RE: Second thoughts?
IP: Logged
Message:
I'm just like you Penrod. I bought an '04 Dak Sport Plus 4X4 two weeks ago, then found this site which has me second guessing myself. Before I bought it, I read all the professional reviews and they were all positive. Some even said the Dakota was the best pick-up of any class, hands down. The only negs I could find were for the gas mileage, but I can deal with that. Currently, with 900 miles, I already have a problem with the front driver side tire wearing unevenly, so the front end needs an alignment. I'm hoping this isn't a bad omen of things to come.
|
| | P 1 Next Page>> |
