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044.7
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12/06/2005
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How many of you have or know someone that has a plow on their Dakota? I'm interested to see how much wear and tear it will put on the front end.
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modain
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12/06/2005
16:10:03
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Kowalski's a plow boy...
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2002 Graphite QC SLT Plus, 4.7L, NV3500, Superchips 3715, 3.92 LSD, loads o'fun...
2001 Patriot Blue Durango SLT, 4.7L, 45RFE, Superchips 3715, 3.55 Open (for now)
1999 Forrest Green Dakota RC Sport, 2.5L, NV1500, 3.55 Open
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PlowinDak47
Dodge Dakota
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12/07/2005
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i have a 7 foot western unimount on my 2000 dakota.. other than the torsion bar adjustments its a fantastic unit.. the LSD makes a huge difference.. it'll plow through anything and it won't take any prisoners (especially if theres a few hundred pounds in the back)..
The western is quick and easy, it takes less than 5 minutes to put it on and when its off, the lights, and harness (except for a bracket on the bottom) all come off, I think the fisher arctic and meyers are all that way now though too...
just my $.02
Mark
00 Dakota Sport Std Cab 4x4, 4.7, flowmaster, K&N, Gibson, 7 Foot western unimount
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044.7
Dodge Dakota
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12/07/2005
15:27:22
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When did you have it put on and how much, if you don't mind me asking.
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Kowalski
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12/07/2005
17:32:38
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Been running 7 1/2' regular duty Fisher on the Dak for 5 years, passes inspection every year with no wear problems. Had a set of ball joints replaced because of factory recall, but they didn't have any play in them. For anyone who has to haul it over the road much, I'd recomend the light duty model.
Modain - that's plow hombre to you ! ;-)
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modain
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12/07/2005
17:54:44
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LOL, Kowalski.
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2002 Graphite QC SLT Plus, 4.7L, NV3500, Superchips 3715, 3.92 LSD, loads o'fun...
2001 Patriot Blue Durango SLT, 4.7L, 45RFE, Superchips 3715, 3.55 Open (for now)
1999 Forrest Green Dakota RC Sport, 2.5L, NV1500, 3.55 Open
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044.7
Dodge Dakota
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12/07/2005
20:56:22
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I went to a Fisher dealer today and told me the problem with 4.7 dakotas was that the oil filter is nearly impossible to get to with the plow frame on. Do you have a problem with it?
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Levey
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12/07/2005
21:22:14
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You could go with one of those oil-filter relocation brackets..I think Be-Cool and B&M sell decent kits. I have one but havent found a decent place to mount it yet. I got mine for my 5.9L just for ease of changing the filter.
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PlowinDak
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12/08/2005
00:06:57
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I bought the truck with the plow installed, and I've got no oil filter problems what-so-ever.. Then again the western plows are a bit lighter duty than the fishers! I do notice on hard bumps my torsion bars are much too light for the plow however, even at almost full tension... I wonder if anyone makes a heavier bar for daks?? Make sure you get your dakota undercoated religiously too if you're runnin a plow..things tend to rust up and rot out on these little beast trucks in absolutely no time at all! I had to replace the front brake lines already!
Just a thought or two
Mark
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Kowalski
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12/08/2005
13:24:44
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Oil filter is easy to access through the left front wheel well - no problem. I do the change when swapping my snow tires for the season.
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044.7
Dodge Dakota
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12/10/2005
16:38:39
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what is a ballpark figure on cost?
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Kowalski
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12/10/2005
17:08:02
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For a long time you could get a decent new plow set up for around $2000. Putting the plow on my '00, I learned those days are over. Price will vary depending on brand, quality, size...
For a reliable estimate, probably best to ask a dealer near you. Plow dealers don't seem to be high pressure salesmen, just regular people whose busness is plows - no hassle in asking the price directly. A good accessory would be the deflector on top if you expect to plow anything deep.
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044.7
Dodge Dakota
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12/10/2005
17:20:11
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I really only plan on plowing my driveway, maybe a few more. It's either a plow or snowblower.
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Kowalski
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12/10/2005
17:33:44
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That's about all I do; it makes sense for me with a 700' driveway and large parking lot. Then the inlaws I take care of take care of me with free cord wood - no heating bill. If your driveway isn't too big, a snowblower might make more sense for you - puts you out in the weather, but cheaper and no lawn scarring. Also less room to store.
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PlowinDak47
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12/11/2005
06:48:11
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i'd consider selling my plow if I get the right offer...
Email me
Chargerguy521@hotmail.com
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ReddDak02
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12/11/2005
17:13:17
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How much do you want for the plow? Does everything come with it like the mount controls and wire harness? Also where are you located?
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PlowinDak47
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12/11/2005
23:24:24
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I think I should get $1500 cdn for it.. I'll give you everything to go with it all the bolts, clips, wires... I don't use it enough to warrent keeping it.. (its just a mini backup truck) and especially since I just scored a 1 ton 4x diesel with an 8 foot straight blade ;)
I'm located in Barrie Ontario Canada...
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ReddDak02
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12/12/2005
11:00:21
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Is there a phone number to reach you at? I am interested in your plow you can reach me at (216)570-3970 my name is Craig thanx for your time
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PlowinDak47
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12/15/2005
22:05:40
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i just took thie plow off the truck and was servicing it a bit and realized there are two cracks on the lower A-frame.. I'm in the process of repairing it, if you're still interested let me know
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ReddDak02
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12/27/2005
17:28:20
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Yes i am still intersested can you email me pictures? also what kind of condition is the plow in? and what is the asking price again?
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