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Moparman
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4/04/2008
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I think that dodge should offer the Hemi as an option for the Dakota for the r/t or just any dakota, what do all of you think?
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TexasTodd
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4/04/2008
17:45:37
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I think you are an idiot!
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Hoss
Dodge Dakota
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4/04/2008
21:55:50
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I think you shouldn't want to put a nice engine into a pickup as ugly as the 2005 and newer Dakotas.
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Jackson
Dodge Dakota
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4/05/2008
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If Dodge did stick a hemi engine in a Dakota, they'd sell a metric butt ton of them. That's not their philosophy. Their philosophy is to sell us what they want, not what we want.
And Hoss is right. 2004 was the last year of the good looking Dakotas. The newer Dakotas are some kinda ugly. Maybe the Mitsubishi version will have some sheet metal that's easier on the eye.
The 4.7L for 2008 is sweet, except for the Electronic Throttle Control - I'd rather have my gas pedal directly connected to the throttle.
It's not Dodge's fault though. As with Tire Pressure Monitoring System (thanks go to Ford Explorer and Firestone/Bridgestone tires for this one), which became standard (required) for model year 2008, Stability Control System is mandated by our government and will become standard (required) on all new vehicles in a couple years. You can't control vehicle stability without controlling the throttle, so now the throttle comes under computer control.
I think my next new 4x4 pickup will be a 1996 (first year for OBDII) or 1997 (last year for Halogen headlights) Toyota with manual locking front hubs.
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Dan M
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4/05/2008
15:59:43
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if they put the hemi in the dakota then sales of their flagship, the ram, will dive.
they should offer the dakota quad cab with a full 6 foot bed.
- Dan M
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jasonc
Dodge Dakota
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4/07/2008
15:22:49
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it would be sweet,if the truck looked like the 98-03's
I read in the new motor trend dodge is considering dropping quiet a few vehicles from their line up.The jeep commander,nitro,and the dakota. just to name a couple.
They need to restyle the dakota. there not selling.
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Super bee
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4/08/2008
10:31:54
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yeah, sales of them dropped when they made them FUGLY
1990 sport RC SB, 1995 318drivetrain, 3.92 gears (came with truck) Powertrax "traction system", 95 dash/steering wheel, hearthrob exhaust, headers, cutout after y-pipe, necessary electric fan add-a-leafs, 30x9.5 mud tires, cranked T-bars, AR 39 15x8 rims, grill guard, roll bars
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Moparman
Dodge Dakota
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4/08/2008
14:58:33
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to texastodd right back at ya, besides you probally don't even drive a dakota or even a dodge at all so suck it!!!!!
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TexasTodd
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4/09/2008
15:26:32
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Your right, I drive a riced out Honda. Down here a nigga can't afford a Dakota. I still share crop.
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TexasTodd
Dodge Dakota
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4/10/2008
13:21:40
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The real, original TexasTodd here,
There is someone on the www.dakotausa.com board, who has put a 5.7Hemi in his Gen 3 CC Dak. I think his Screenname is YellowDak, or something like that.
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TexasTodd
Dodge Dakota
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4/10/2008
17:25:40
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The real, original TexasTodd here,
You all are idiots. I have multiple personalities. I post good things then bad things.
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runherruff
Dodge Dakota
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4/30/2008
13:25:04
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in my own opinion putting a hemi, though it may increase sells because the name of the engine, would be a huge mistake course i have little knowlege of the 4.7 liter magnum but i I have the 5.2 in mine and i know the stroke of the hemi is way too short and may have a good amount of HP but would suffer in tourq
i know this because my old machine shop teacher has a ram with the 318 and his son has a ram as well with the larger hemi 5.7 is it not. i dont keep up with the new engines. but keeping in mind every thing is the same but the engine both half ton and same auto tranny and gears.
but any way both were pulling trailors with hay and in kentucky we have some nice knobs when they started going up that hill the 318 left the hemi way behind
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miltonwaddums
Dodge Dakota
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4/30/2008
16:21:29
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318 hp: 235
5.7 Hemi hp: 345
Only logical explanation is that his son didnt want to burn 3 gallons of fuel to race up one hill fully loaded. I dont blame him on $3.50 gas.
The hemi will never be available in the dak. It would cut into sales of the Ram, which is Chryslers profit center. And why would anyone want a Hemi in a dak? The 4.7 HO (read 2005-2007 R/T trims) makes 265 hp and 330 lb-ft of torque. The new 4.7 makes 305ish hp (depending on the vehicle) and 330 lb-ft of torque. This is encroaching on Hemi territory as it is. But don't get me wrong, I think it would be sweet even if it isnt logical. After reading the posts of people doing the swap I want to do it myself.
You are correct though, much of the Hemi's success comes from its name. Nonetheless, it is a sweet motor. The 318 is an archaic, heavy motor and in stock form, ballless compared to the Hemi.
Jay
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01Motorsport
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5/25/2008
00:14:37
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The 2005-up Dakota frame rails are too narrow for the 5.7 HEMI.
The 4.7 is actually "3/4ths" Hemi, due to the shape of the combustion chamber; even a centered spark plug to boot. The 5.7 HEMI could have been as "good" as the 4.7 SOHC, but Dr.Z and his bean counters chose to make it a dumbass old school pushrod instead.
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wylman
Dodge Dakota
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6/04/2008
13:25:17
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Talk to any Dodge tech in the know, they will tell you that they like the 4.7 better than the new Hemi's. I know at our local track there is a 4.7 standard cab Dak kicking the snot out of every Hemi Ram that has put it on the line. High revving little buggers!! Mine has turned a best through 200 feet of slop, of 4.92!!! Runs a consistent 5.0. I haven't had anyone put their Hemi up against me yet so, I can't give you a comparison. "Long live the 4.7" is what I say!! I just wish the 2000 model had more power and torqur from the factory. Oh, well...... just have to mod it little by little until it's right!!
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Rustin
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6/11/2008
13:33:17
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I have a 01' dakota with the 4.7. I bought it with 203,000. I now have 258,000 two years later. I have a friend with a hemi ram and until about 70mph ive got him beat. has anyone out there supercharged their 4.7? I really dont think it needs a hemi, being lighter than the ram evens them out speed wise already, and if you did and performance stuff to the 4.7, your biggest problem would be traction.
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1baddak
Dodge Dakota
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6/24/2008
22:52:40
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If you want a fast Dakota just build you a stroked small block, for a lot less than a Hemi. Iam running a stroked small block and when i raise the hood the average person doesnt know its not a 318 except for the headers and intake it looks stock.And a lot cheaper than a Hemi.And faster than a STOCK one.I know a Hemi can be built to be quicker but then you lose you elemennt of surprise.Forget the Hemi and build you a small block.
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yeah
Dodge Dakota
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6/25/2008
17:25:39
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258,000 and you want to ad a supercharger?
can't wait for the updates
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