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ZenDak
Dodge Dakota
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1/09/2002
12:49:39
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I was just wondering if anyone know's who makes a sweet looking camper for 3rdGen Dak.s? I've gotta '01 CC Graphite,,and I've seen some pretty sweet ones made for the Rams, with the back that slopes down...Looks awesome IMO. Does anyone manufacture something similiar for Dakotas?
Thanks,
Andy H
'01 CC 4.7 auto 3.55
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ZenDak
Dodge Dakota
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1/11/2002
12:33:14
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Nobody?......
Just looking for something smooth,,with a rounded back that slopes down to meet the tailgate,,,,,No ideas/products out there?
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low99dakota
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1/11/2002
16:45:41
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I believe the one you're referring to is Snugtop's "Topgun" They are not made for the dakota, and they are not in the plans either. i cantacted Snugtop a while ago to inquire.
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Crusty
Dodge Dakota
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1/13/2002
17:44:52
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Leer 100XL
You can look at mine at...
www.geocities.com/jonmccuskey
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D
Dodge Dakota
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1/13/2002
23:58:44
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I wish somebody made a top-gun lookalike to
fit a dakota :( There has to be something out
there!
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ZenDak
Dodge Dakota
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1/14/2002
12:38:15
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Crusty- ya,,If there was a camper I had to get, yours would probably be the style I would choose.
But I'm really looking for the 'Topgun' like what's for the rams,,,looks sweet/sporty. Doesn't have that tooooo practical/old guy (no offense anyone) look to it.
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Scott
Dodge Dakota
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1/15/2002
16:15:46
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You might want to take a look at the ARE Z series.
I have one on my 00 CC and it looks pretty good.
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BigBri
Dodge Dakota
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1/15/2002
16:43:46
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Snugtop does to make a cap. I keep seeing their ad with the QC in it.
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low99dakota
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1/15/2002
21:02:30
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I CONTACTED THEM DIRECT AND THEY TOLD ME NO, UNLESS SOMETHING HAS CHANGED IN THE PAST 2 MONTHS.
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ZenDak
Dodge Dakota
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1/16/2002
07:49:49
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Scott - who makes the ARE Z, I can't seem to find any info on them, and do you have any pic.s of your truck w/it on there?
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BB2DAK
Dodge Dakota
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1/16/2002
09:11:36
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For the ARE Caps, look at:
www.4are.com
They have a $20 coupon on their website.
I bought a CX cap for my 2001 QC, and
am very happy with it.
You can see my truck on the link below.
2001 Quad Cab SLT+ 4.7L, 5-Spd, 3.55 Lsd
ARE Cap, ArmaCoat Bed-liner, Pilot PILPL119X Fog Lights
Autolite 3923's, IAT Adjuster, K&N Drop-in w/modified intake
http://members.aol.com/bsbets/truck/intake4.jpg
http://www.dodgedakota.net/albums/viewer/101.htm
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BigBri
Dodge Dakota
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1/16/2002
14:00:02
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I see in the 4x4 mags the ads for snug top and they keep using the QC. I went online and they dont have anything. Isnt that false advertising??
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conig
Dodge Dakota
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1/18/2002
14:12:00
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BB2DAK kinda off subject but how do you like your intake setup. mines similiar only I have and open element how did you make and secure your heat sheild?
thanks in advance.
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BlackDak02
GenIII
1/19/2002
14:10:44
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I have the ARE Z-series cap on my Dak. I think it looks excellent with the frameless windows all around, blends in well with the body style of the Dak. Click the thumb & there's a side profile pic.
I had an ARE cap on a 4X4 chevy shortbed for 12 years with no problems.
2002 Black CC SLT 4x4
4.7L 45RFE 3.55LSRD
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D
Dodge Dakota
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1/20/2002
20:02:00
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BLAKDAK02:
where did you purchase your camper, and
how much (I have a black dak also)
Is the ARE Z-series available with frameless
windows only? I love the look.
D
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BlackDak02
GenIII
1/21/2002
18:15:00
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D,
Suburban Caps in Mahwah, NJ. $1400. They're only available with the 3 frameless windows, 2 on the sides with the rear halves that screw out and the rear window. The rear window is a solid piece of glass that latches securely just like the cab doors. Didn't really want to spend that much cash on a cap but when I saw this one it changed my mind.
2002 Black CC SLT 4x4
4.7L 45RFE 3.55LSRD
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Anthony
Dodge Dakota
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1/21/2002
22:50:29
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I would like to know where i can find a camper with no windows that is smooth all the way around....please someone e-mail me
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BB2DAK
Dodge Dakota
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1/22/2002
09:30:36
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conig,
I did not go with the open element because I had already bought the K&N Drop-in. The stock airhat seemed to be too restrictive, and it also acts like a big heat-sink.
If I opened the hood after a drive, the stock airhat was always very hot. That goes against the idea of a "Cold-air" intake when the intake tubes actually heat the air.
Anyway, I used a fernco rubber elbow, a short piece of PVC, and a fernco coupler to connect to the stock airbox. Inside the stock airbox, I put a 4" plastic drainage connector that comes out the front hole. To this I attached a 4" aluminum duct.
The aluminum duct attaches to a plastic drainage connector that is 4" round on one end, and 3" x 4" at the grille end.
I had to cut a slit in the front end to get it to fit around the a/c lines.
I then made an aluminum heat shield out of a oven liner (folded over , and its approx 9"x11") I again cut slots in the bottom to fit over the a/c lines, and covered any sharp edges with black duct tape. The shield is held in place by friction against the radiator at the front, the airbox at the rear, and using the slots against the a/c lines.
While I have not run my truck at the track to get any measured improvements, the truck seems to perform better, and I like the intake sound ! I also believe that mileage has improved by about 1 mpg. The total cost of the intake was ~ $30 excluding the K&N Drop-in.
Here are some intake pictures from the top and front:
http://members.aol.com/bsbets/truck/intake4.jpg
http://members.aol.com/bsbets/truck/intake3.jpg
2001 Quad Cab SLT+ 4.7L, 5-Spd, 3.55 Lsd
ARE Cap, ArmaCoat Bed-liner, Pilot PILPL119X Fog Lights
Autolite 3923's, IAT Adjuster, K&N Drop-in w/modified intake
http://members.aol.com/bsbets/truck/intake4.jpg
http://www.dodgedakota.net/albums/viewer/101.htm
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help me out
Dodge Dakota
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11/15/2004
10:31:54
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i have a leer that came fronm the dealer back when my 98 was origonaly sold.nice gell coat fiberglass with framless tinted out almost flush mount windows.the paint has faded or not the same as the rest of the truck.gives you that suv look.but yes ,old guy look is what i think also. really take mine off when i tire of having to crawl on my knees to retreive things that migrate to the front of the bed.big pia!
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