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Brandi
Dodge Dakota
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10/13/2004
23:00:29
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I am considering buying a Dodge Dakota Quad Cab, and
would like some feedback on what year is the best to buy
with the least problems. I understand every vehicle has it
problems, but I really like the Dakota. I am considering
anything from 2000 -2003. Thanks for any replies.
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TexasTodd
Dodge Dakota
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10/14/2004
14:28:58
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as far as engines, get the 4.7.
Don't get the 3.9. The newer 3.7 would be a good choice for you, but it may only have been in the 2003 and laters, I don't know, don't care.
I have the 4.7 and Love it.
If you can drive one comfortably, get the manual transmission. They'll be hard to find used though, in a quad cab.
I drive a 2001 4.7, 5spd manual, Quad cab, with a bunch of extras. It's an awesome vehicle.
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Candace
Dodge Dakota
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10/14/2004
14:38:22
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I have an '02 4.7 auto quad cab and i love it I have had it since it was new and have 26k on it and haven't had any problems with it. the only problem that i have had is trying to find aftermarket accessories but now people are coming around and starting to produce them
'02 Quad cab 4.7L V8 4x4 airaid intake 6.5" TS lift 33x12.5x15 wild country xtx 15x10 weld racing sidewinder rims flowmaster exhaust
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Kowalski
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10/14/2004
14:46:15
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Some minor differences between those years, but nothing so major I'd base a buying decision on anything but the best deal. I didn't know you could even get the six in a QC, good idea to stay away from that. Most of what you'll find should be 4.7 or 5.9; I think the auto tranny behind the 4.7 is better. No problems with my 4 speed auto ('00), some of the guys with the 5 speed autos say they hunt gears sometimes.
Lead, follow, or get out of the way
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01QuadCab4x4
Dodge Dakota
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10/14/2004
15:08:45
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Hey, I'm selling my 01 Quad Cab 4x4 with the 4.7L. it has 58k miles and over 5k dollars in extra accessories. email me if you're interested. It's a great buy, never off-road, I was building a show truck, but ran out of money, isn't that funny how that works? I've got pics now,too.
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ChuhBaca
Dodge Dakota
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10/14/2004
15:59:30
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I've been looking at Quad Cabs too. I have driven the 4.7 with a 4 speed auto, 5 speed auto, and 5 speed manual. Either 5 speed seems to feel a lot stronger than the 4 speed. I can also tell you that the '03s and newer have a transferrable 7/70 powertrain warranty. Before that, it isn't transferrable. Also, I asked a similar question and I was told that the '03 and '04 models have bigger brakes. I hope this helps.
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