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hey blue
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9/30/2002
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chrysler is making a rwd sports car........
the charger is going to replace the intrepid in a few years and either will have the 3.7, 4.7, or 5.7. so just wait a little then you can take on those little mustangs with a HEMI Charger
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Clevite 77
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9/30/2002
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except who wants a four door
DC is really dropping the ball on that one. Other than that it does look cool, but how many stangs and queermaros do you see with 4 doors?
"If my calculations are correct, when this baby hits 88 miles per hour, you're gonna see some serious shit."
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xplikt
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9/30/2002
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They did that on purpose. They designed it so it could have four doors, but would still look like two. If you've ever owned or even been in a Camaro or Rustang you wish there was another door. I like it, it makes just too much sense. I think the new RX-8 has some neat doors myself.
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Big59er
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9/30/2002
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They started showing the Charger off as a prototype along side the sidewinder about 5 years ago. They decided for some reason or another that they arent going to bring it out.
BTW when I saw it at the carshow a couple years ago they said it had the High Output 4.7. As far as the 2 doors in back go Clevite until you've actually got a good look at it then dont criticize it for the back doors, they are hidden very well I must say. Even my mom who wouldnt be caught dead behind the wheel of a 4 door vehicle admitted they did a good job.
The only other RWD car I think of off the top of my head that they are actually going to produce is the Chrystler Crossfire.
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Clevite 77
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9/30/2002
17:06:35
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I've just been a charger fan since I was a kid watching Dukes of hazzard back in the 80's and Just think a 2 door looks more "sporty" infact when I was 17 I bought a 77 not a real racer but it still only had 4 doors. I didn't mean to offend anyone but it would be rally nice if the 4 door was an option
"If my calculations are correct, when this baby hits 88 miles per hour, you're gonna see some serious shit."
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mopar2ya
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9/30/2002
17:35:41
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I was in the shoulder doctor office earlier today when he received the October 2002 edition of Motor Trend.
There was an article regarding the 2003 5.7 Hemi's (on page 67 I believe) detailing stats (HP-345, bore, stock etc.,) and other information concerning what trucks the engine will soon be available.
I didn't get a chance to read the entire article before the medical tech called me in for my X-rays. (spurs and chips).
Anyway, from what I've read, it looks like the hemi's for 2003 are only going in the 2500 and 3500 full size. However, Dodge did hint that in may be available in the 1500's later that year or in 04.
Sadly, I didn't see anything about the Dakotas, but again I didn't get a chance to read the whole report.
Motor Trend did however compare and contrast the 5.7 L hemi and the current Dodge turbo diesels with various stats and engine specifications.
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Big59er
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9/30/2002
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Clevite, Oh no I understand perfectly well where your comming from, and I dont know whatever happened to the days with the 2 extra doors were an option.
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Big59er
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9/30/2002
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Also, mopar2ya, check out the latest issue of hotrod as far as the 5.7 hemi info goes.
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joe
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9/30/2002
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Hey guys I need some help. I have a 2001 5.9 4x4 dakota quad cab with 27k miles. The front brakes are shot rotors are wharped. I don't want to go back with factory. I would like a nice set of cross drilled and slotted rotors not to mention an upgraded caliper for each side. I would like to get the best! Bigger calipers and rotors with more pistons, Anyone have any ideas where I can get them and how much?
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R/TBlues
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9/30/2002
22:52:53
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Hey Big59er, where/when did you hear they weren't going to make the Charger? I will have to look it up, but I swear I just read in one of my Motortrends/Autoweek mags less than 3 months ago that the Charger was a GO! I even showed it to my friends, but I can't find it now. I must of been dreamin.
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R/TBlues
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9/30/2002
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Hey Big59er, I just found the article on the Charger. The Motor Trend, Sept. 2002 issue says it's a go and it will be a 2004 model with an R/T option that has the 5.7LHemi. BUT WAITE!!! The M.T. October, 2002 issue turns around as says that there will be NO OFFERINGS of the HEMI in anything except the Heavy Duty trucks and maybe a few 1500's. So who knows. These are back to back issues saying opposite things.
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Aaron Kamp
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10/14/2002
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I traded in my '98 4x4 CC Dak last week for an '03 2500 Ram 4x4 QC w/ the 5.7 Hemi and man is that engine sweet! According to the literature that came w/ my Ram, the 5.7 puts out 355HP and 375LB/FT of torque. The tranny is the 545RFE (auto) but a 5-speed manual is available.
The jump in power is *VERY* noticeable over the 5.2 that was in my Dak. There is a huge improvement in the top end and 80mph comes up pretty quick when passing. The exhaust note is awesome in the Ram and the motor sounds like a big block. One thing I noticed right off is the air management system on top of the engine is quite bulky and there is not much room for a Kenne-Bell supercharger up on the manifold. There is also no mat attached to the underside of the hood to keep the engine heat from baking the paint or a light for the engine compartment (which is pretty cheesy in my book).
The throttle is a computer controlled drive by wire system and so far has been okay but lacks the precision of the old throttle-cable system. We'll see how it works.
I've only had the truck a week but haven't been able to drive it too much (only about 290 miles) since it's been in getting the stereo installed (PPI 4 Channel Amp/Kenwood eXcelon MD deck/Kenwood 10 disc changer/Boston Acoustics Pro 6.53 front/6.5 rear/etc) and the other usual crap done (Line-x, undercoat, etc). A side note: if at all possible, do NOT get the Infinity stereo, it sounds horrible.
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DAHEMIKOTA
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10/14/2002
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I got a 94 Dakota 5.2L 4X4 D/C Computor,Headers,and some home made stuff.(no nitrous) 3.5 gears. 14.07 Quarter mile. 4.9 Sec to 60 MPH. Most Rustangs don't like me.
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MikeD
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10/15/2002
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Well you know that the first time the newer version of the 5.9L showed up was in the earlier Rams till they eventually decided to yank it out and put it in the Dakota. Sounds like their doin the exact same thing...testing the new Hemi out in the Ram first, work out the bugs in it, see if it holds its own in a heavy duty truck to see if it can handle a work load...then if it does, they'll put it in a high performance vehicle like they did w/ the Dakota.
I also heard the Charger was given a thumbs up...first I heard they were puttin in the 4.7 V8 but that was before they came out w/ the new Hemi so then I heard it was an Ixnay on the 4.7. It should only be proper to put the Hemi back in its original home...what other than the Charger. :)
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fot80
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10/15/2002
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i pray to god that they offer 5 speeds with the hemi. Automatics suck
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R/TBlues
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10/15/2002
21:31:52
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Yea! I can't believe they never offered the R/T with a 5spd. I almost bought a 1998 5.2L v8 DAK instead of the R/T for that reason. My dream was to buy an R/T 5spd and yank the 5spd out and stick the Viper 6spd in. A 5.2L or a 4.7L with a 6spd and 4.55 gears would blow the doors off an automatic R/T. I still might do it. I just found me a 99 reg-cab 4.7L DAK 5spd for $8,000.00 in my favorite color. INTENSE BLUE!! Drop 5 grand for a viper transmission and SEE YAH!
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xplikt
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10/15/2002
23:47:06
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R/TBlues, that is a nice price for that truck. What's wrong with it, heh.
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R/TBlues
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10/16/2002
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You would ask that. It has been wrecked. They put it back together with aftermarket goodies. It has a front facia/air dam that looks simular to the 2003 R/T. It has 88,000 miles on it also. It's a little rough around the edges. The frame was not bent according to the paperwork where they had it fixed and it drives just as good as my 2001. I think they want too much actually. But it has what I'm looking for. I just need $2,000.00 more dollars to pay cash for it. It would definately be a project truck. If I buy it, the first thing to go will be that air dam and grill. It really looks cheap. Also the suspension has been lowered the old fashion way, with a blow torch! I offered them $6,000.00.
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gregdakota
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10/16/2002
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Are you sure it is a 99 with the 4.7L? I thought that the 4.7L started in 2000. Replaced engine maybe?
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R/TBlues
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10/16/2002
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Now that you mention it, the add in the paper said 4.7L. I'll have to go look at it again. I don't think they swapped engines. Then again, this is a junker. They may have married a 99 & a 00 together with some aftermarket parts. It does have a clear title NOT a salvage title. That does not always tell the truth either. There is a guy here selling a 1999 SOLAR YELLOY X-CAB R/T for $12,000.00. It's another wreck that's been fixed up. He's had the thing in the paper now for almost a year. I missed out on a deal at a dealership just 3 months ago. They had a Red 1998 Dak R/T Xcab W/28,000 miles for only $13,900. Some dummy had taken a chisel and cut holes in the bed of the truck to make extra tie downs for a motor cycle. Nothing an Epoxy Rhino Liner wouldn't cover up. I snoozed on that one too long and some one else got it. I really didn't think it would sell that fast. I've seen 2001 R/T's as low as $16,900.00 with less than 20,000 miles on them in Phoenix, AZ. Was just out there a few months ago visiting my mom.
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Big59er
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10/16/2002
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Sorry I havent got back to posting on this one in awhile but... Thats just what I had heard R/T Blues. My dad had saw it in dhimalar chryslter tv where they said it wasnt going to be released. Of course if you heard otherwise thats great because Im deffinatly all for the Charger project.
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Fubar512
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10/16/2002
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The lastest issue of Car & Driver has some pics of a 300M test mule, that is being used to test DC's new RWD platform. DC has leaked that it will be available with everything from a 190 HP V6, on up to a 347 HP 5.7 Hemi, and will be called the 300N. They mentioned that it should be available sometime in 2004, as a 2005 model.
So far, other magazines have talked about Dodge replacing the current FWD Intrepid, with a RWD model, that may (or may not) be rebadged as the Charger.
The fact the Pontiac is resurrecting the GTO name on a federalized version of the Holden Monaro, should put a fire under someone's @ss at DC, and spur them on to build the Charger R/T.
Seeing that GM has abandoned the pony car market, leaving it to Ford, DC now has an opportunity to produce a pony car. How about discontinuing the lame @ss FWD Avenger, and replacing it with.....the Challenger!
Done right, with a 4.7 HO and a five speed, it should kick some serious Mustang butt.
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Clevite 77
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10/16/2002
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I've heard the GTO will be 400+ HP (LS6 motor)
I'd love ta see DC put out a pony car, one that's reasonably small and not a 4 door or a huge boat.
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Big59er
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10/16/2002
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I heard the GTO would just have the LT1... If the LT1 being used in the GTO is true or not I dont know, just what iv heard through rumor and what not. Since its essentially replacing the Camaro and Firebird I'd figure they'ed want to get back into the muscle race keeping it affordable.
Remember none of what I just said is solid... Just some speculation and my opinion.
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Big59er
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10/16/2002
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Remember they're also comming out with that CrossFire roadster thats supposed to be pretty quick for under 30 thousand. I dont know much about it though. I think it'll be running a 3.7... Hopefully the High Output.
If they come out with that Charger, HO 4.7 or 5.7 esspecially in 5 or 6 speed, I think it would be about time for me to say bye bye to the old Dakota hehe...
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Big59er
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10/16/2002
15:59:44
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I cant find any info later than 00' on the 99 charger concept.
http://www.caraddict.net/mns.html
This says SuperCharged 4.7 remember though this was back in 99.
I found rumors on other forums about an 05 Re-designed Charger but no pics... I did find something called the Charger Intrepid thats due for release or atleast concept in 05... but that thing was so chunked out I couldnt even bring myself to post it... Im just trying to hope and pray that isnt the re-designed Charger they're talking about.
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Fubar512
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10/16/2002
16:58:40
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The GTO will have a 345 HP LS1, as weill a new version of the Cadillac CTS (called the "V" series).
More info on the upcoming DC RWD platform: It will share some chassis, steering, and drivetrain components with a Mercedes model, that will be built along side it.
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R/TBlues
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10/16/2002
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To Gregdakota, it is a 5.2L. That's even better as far as after market goodies.
In the Sept issue of Motor Trend, there is information on the Charger. They say it will have the 3.7L, 4.7L, and 5.7L engines. Hold your horses! The Oct. issue of MT says that DC said that they would never offer the 5.7L hemi in anything except the heavy duty rams and maybe some half ton rams. Who knows.
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Big59er
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10/17/2002
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I had heard some things about a blown 4.7.
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matt santwire
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dc will be out of 5.9 liters in december january marks the placement of the 5.7 hemi (replacement 5.9 engine) in the 1500 ram ...and if crysler is out of 5.9s then what are they going to put in the late model production dakotas they do production right through May...january - may no 360 dakotas? the tings that make you go hmmmmm....my dealer who is a very reputable one told me that you may just see a hemi powerd dakota before you know it ..he said most likely a 90 percent chance to see it in hte early fall of 2003 as an SRT-8 model dakota with the 5.7 hemi...chrysler is also planning on using this motor in other productin cars like the new charger witch replaces the intrepid and the 300m and for the feautre beyond this change they plan on uping the size to a 6.1 liter hemi and using it in hte same vehicles.....dont be suprized if you see a dakota SRT-8 in the fall of 2003 as a 2004 model ive already got my mane on a list at the dealers ....
would any one want to buy my 2001 r/t in the late summer it turns 14.38 in the 1/4 have time slips to prove it .. silver reg cab 3 inch drop aluminum teanue custom steel roll pan cold air intake and exhaust with tinted windows all arround
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