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DAKOTAKIDD
Dodge Dakota
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7/18/2002
13:02:51
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DO I need to change the computer or put a jet chip in before I insatll a 180 degree stat. This is what I was told yesterday..Please help
C
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5pnt9ltrluv
R/T
7/18/2002
15:09:27
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No, you do not need to do anything to the computer to add the t-stat.
Kris
Powerdyne w/ 6#, True dual Flowmaster 40's, MSD 6BTM w/ Blaster SS coil, Taylor 8mm, Flowmetrics 50mm t- body, JBA headers, Autolite 3923's, 180 degree T-stat, , Ported 1.92 R/T heads, 4bbl M1, 24# injectors, Crower 1.7 Roller Rockers, Hotchkis 2/3 w/ Nitro shocks, GTS hood
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Dodge Dakota
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7/18/2002
15:12:11
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Whoever told you that needs to shut up and look dumb rather then open their mouth and remove all doubt.
You can change out your stat without any other modification. Just stay away from the 160, it may mess with your pcm but not the 180.
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5pnt9ltrluv
R/T
7/18/2002
15:23:59
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R/Truck- LOL!!!
Hey are you in Dallas Area?
Kris
Powerdyne w/ 6#, True dual Flowmaster 40's, MSD 6BTM w/ Blaster SS coil, Taylor 8mm, Flowmetrics 50mm t- body, JBA headers, Autolite 3923's, 180 degree T-stat, , Ported 1.92 R/T heads, 4bbl M1, 24# injectors, Crower 1.7 Roller Rockers, Hotchkis 2/3 w/ Nitro shocks, GTS hood
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R/Truck
Dodge Dakota
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7/18/2002
15:36:50
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Yes I am, about 240 miles south.
North Houston
I would like to try out that track in Ennis sometime. Maybe you guys could host a BBQ for us Houston guys. We just had one a few weeks ago with 10 or so R/Ts. Made for a cool caravan going down the highway.
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5pnt9ltrluv
R/T
7/18/2002
15:41:16
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R/Truck- That would be sweet....hehe.
Are you going to the Texas Heat Wave this weekend in Austin? I was thinking of going.
Kris
Powerdyne w/ 6#, True dual Flowmaster 40's, MSD 6BTM w/ Blaster SS coil, Taylor 8mm, Flowmetrics 50mm t- body, JBA headers, Autolite 3923's, 180 degree T-stat, , Ported 1.92 R/T heads, 4bbl M1, 24# injectors, Crower 1.7 Roller Rockers, Hotchkis 2/3 w/ Nitro shocks, GTS hood
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R/Truck
Dodge Dakota
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7/18/2002
15:49:54
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Probably not, I just went to the track last night and got my weekly fix of truck stuff. But we should try and get together. There are several R/Ts in your area that I talk to on the delphiforum. You should go on there and introduce yourself if you haven't already.
http://forums.delphiforums.com/dakotart/messages
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5pnt9ltrluv
R/T
7/18/2002
15:53:56
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Okilee Dokilee!!
Powerdyne w/ 6#, True dual Flowmaster 40's, MSD 6BTM w/ Blaster SS coil, Taylor 8mm, Flowmetrics 50mm t- body, JBA headers, Autolite 3923's, 180 degree T-stat, , Ported 1.92 R/T heads, 4bbl M1, 24# injectors, Crower 1.7 Roller Rockers, Hotchkis 2/3 w/ Nitro shocks, GTS hood
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Canucker
Dodge Dakota
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7/18/2002
17:34:22
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has anyone installed the 160 degree one? Why would it give troubles?
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Dodge Dakota
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7/18/2002
17:44:25
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It's a 50% / 50% shot of popping a code and not running right. We just installed a M1 and 160stat on a very lightly modified R/T and he has not had any problems since. But the PCM likes to see a bit higher temps for proper combustion I think.
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DAKOTAKIDD
Dodge Dakota
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7/18/2002
20:04:27
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Thanks guys...do you recommend a certain brand of a stat?
C
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5pnt9ltrluv
R/T
7/18/2002
20:06:55
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Robert Shaw brand...
You can order it from speedtweaks. I think AutoZone carries them as well.
Or you can go with Stantz brand. You can find these just about anywhere.
Kris
Powerdyne w/ 6#, True dual Flowmaster 40's, MSD 6BTM w/ Blaster SS coil, Taylor 8mm, Flowmetrics 50mm t- body, JBA headers, Autolite 3923's, 180 degree T-stat, , Ported 1.92 R/T heads, 4bbl M1, 24# injectors, Crower 1.7 Roller Rockers, Hotchkis 2/3 w/ Nitro shocks, GTS hood
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DAKOTAKIDD
Dodge Dakota
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7/18/2002
20:58:16
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Thanks I will get one on my next dayz off. The bone head told me that a stat with the factory computer would not work properly due to the fuel scheduling at start up and because the computer would sense the engine running colder(due to the lower stat temp) and throw more fuel on.I wasn't to trustworthy of him..Strange cause the guys normally try to sell you anything..
Also would a K&N FIPK and a Flowmaster exhaust make my truck harder on gas or easier??
C
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5pnt9ltrluv
R/T
7/18/2002
21:06:49
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In the long run, it will hurt your gas because you will want to haul a$$ everywhere ;)
Which engine do you have?
Kris
Powerdyne w/ 6#, True dual Flowmaster 40's, MSD 6BTM w/ Blaster SS coil, Taylor 8mm, Flowmetrics 50mm t- body, JBA headers, Autolite 3923's, 180 degree T-stat, , Ported 1.92 R/T heads, 4bbl M1, 24# injectors, Crower 1.7 Roller Rockers, Hotchkis 2/3 w/ Nitro shocks, GTS hood
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DAKOTAKIDD
Dodge Dakota
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7/19/2002
01:38:59
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Here's what I have....
99 Dakota sport, 5.2, 5 spd, 4x4, low rider tonneau cover, factory flares, tail light covers,vent visors,head light covers, 31x10.5x15(original was 235-75-15), Bosch Platinum plugs, K&N FIPK, Flowmaster dual exhaust (includes muffler and custom built duals straight out),and a stereo that is too much to list right now.. I will be posting a pic soon.
,I will be gettin the stat real soon along with a Mopar high performance computer,hood scoops,and grill inserts, just for kicks..
C..
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5pnt9ltrluv
R/T
7/19/2002
03:03:40
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Well, since your horsepower is slightly increased with the addition of the inyake and the exhaust, your gas mileage takes a hit because more HP requires more gas. I would say that you have lost maybe 1 MPG by adding the intake and exhaust.
Kris
Powerdyne w/ 6#, True dual Flowmaster 40's, MSD 6BTM w/ Blaster SS coil, Taylor 8mm, Flowmetrics 50mm t- body, JBA headers, Autolite 3923's, 180 degree T-stat, , Ported 1.92 R/T heads, 4bbl M1, 24# injectors, Crower 1.7 Roller Rockers, Hotchkis 2/3 w/ Nitro shocks, GTS hood
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DAKOTAKIDD
Dodge Dakota
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7/19/2002
08:25:16
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Cool, thanks man!! How much of an increase of horse power do you think is gained by those mods?
Also, how much of an increase will I get with the stat and a computer?
C..
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5pnt9ltrluv
R/T
7/19/2002
09:52:41
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With the intake and exhaust...maybe 5-10.
With the addition of a computer...another 5-10
Kris
Powerdyne w/ 6#, True dual Flowmaster 40's, MSD 6BTM w/ Blaster SS coil, Taylor 8mm, Flowmetrics 50mm t- body, JBA headers, Autolite 3923's, 180 degree T-stat, , Ported 1.92 R/T heads, 4bbl M1, 24# injectors, Crower 1.7 Roller Rockers, Hotchkis 2/3 w/ Nitro shocks, GTS hood
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CThomp
Dodge Dakota
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7/19/2002
09:57:25
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Wouldn't adding an intake and exhaust increase your fuel economy because they help your engine breathe better? After many of the engine mods I always understood it came down to how heavy your foot was.
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5pnt9ltrluv
R/T
7/19/2002
10:00:47
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Well, it does sometimes, but before I added just an intake and exhaust (a long time ago...hehe) I noticed a slight decrease. But I guess not all engines are the same. It is possible to gain some MPG, but maybe 1 or 2 at the most. Sorry, I shoulda said that before.
Kris
Powerdyne w/ 6#, True dual Flowmaster 40's, MSD 6BTM w/ Blaster SS coil, Taylor 8mm, Flowmetrics 50mm t- body, JBA headers, Autolite 3923's, 180 degree T-stat, , Ported 1.92 R/T heads, 4bbl M1, 24# injectors, Crower 1.7 Roller Rockers, Hotchkis 2/3 w/ Nitro shocks, GTS hood
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CThomp
Dodge Dakota
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7/19/2002
10:43:24
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I was about to be completely confused. I did gain about 2mpg on the highway with my fastman 68mmTB and 360airintakez. I'm about to put on a carsound cat and a freeflowing muffler. Maybe I'll pick up another mpg or so if i'm lucky.
'00 4.7 2wd 5spd 3.92's CC
68mm Fastman TB
360airintakez
3923's
180 T-stat
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