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Jim
Dodge Dakota
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9/12/2002
14:31:20
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 Subject: Torque Monster
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I have a 2k Dak, V6, 5spd.
I use the truck for hauling and towing. The V6 engine BITES in the torque dept.
Without going to a V8, what can I do to improve torque??
Blower? Pipes? Options and estimated cost would be appreciated. Will the tranny and rear-end handle it?
Top end speed is not important, I need stump pulling torque.
Thanx
Jim
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Pistolero
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9/12/2002
18:31:08
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Sounds like the first thing you need to do is get the biggest rear gear you can stuff in your differential...probably a 4.56. Probably around $400-$500 installed?? Lots of things to do after that, but none of them would likely have a substantial effect on increasing your torque. A bigger TB and roller rockers might help some, then intake and exhaust.
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Jon
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9/12/2002
20:00:53
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If you put 4.56 in the rear your truck will be running about 4,000 rpm on the highway! Gears will help, a lot, but I wouldn't go higher then 3.93 unless you put oversize tires on it.
I supercharger will definitely do it if you have $3k to spend. A cam swap might help too, switch to one that produces torque lower in the rpm range.
-Jon
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