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Sentrosi
Dodge Dakota
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7/21/2003
19:52:51
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 Subject: fourbanger to 318
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Presently own a 4banger 89 dakota
getting a 318 with tranny carb'ed
gonna upgrade in near future
one question, suspension upgrade necessary?
and if so, what can I use for shocks & springs?
Thanks
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DeepDak
Dodge Dakota
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7/22/2003
17:24:50
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The weight difference from a four banger to an 8 is big and I would highly recommend upgrading the front springs! For springs, I found these springs at truckperformance.com (here's the link):
http://www.truckperformance.com/products/?searchtype=d&sortorder=&urlsubcategory=Suspension+%26+Chassis&productcategory=Lowering+Kits+%26+Components&sf1=DODGE&sf2=1989&sf3=DAKOTA&sf4=LOWERING+COMPONENTS+%28BUILD+YOUR+OWN+KIT%29&sf5=EXTENDED+CAB
This link is for an extended cab but springs are also available for single cabs. If your looking for stock height springs, I'm sure you can purchase some stock replacements from a dealer.
As far as shocks go, there are quite a few different shocks available on the truckperformance site.
You should also check to see if your balljoints & bushings need replacing. Being that your truck's suspension is old, get it all done in one big shot!
Eli
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Sentrosi
Dodge Dakota
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7/22/2003
19:21:10
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Ok thanks alot, ya a total front end upgrade will be done, it is not a problem considering me and my father own an automotive garage and I'm an apprentice mechanic. Thanks again.
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