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#24 of 1696 Synthetics and Tornado scam... by rcarboni May 11, 2000 (3:47 pm)
I have switched to synthetics throughout, using Redline C+ in the tranny, Redline 75w90 in the diffs, and Mobil 1 10w30 in the engine. My '98 5.9 gets consistently 15+ mpg in "country" driving when I can keep the pedal off the floor. My personal opinion on the Tornado is that it is a scam. To produce optimal volumetric efficiency in an engine, the intake air must be as "straight" as possible. Creating turbulance in the air produces a negative effect to air streaming and would therefore hinder the movement of air into the combustion chamber by disrupting flow. A reduction in volumetric efficiency translates into a reduction in performance, and ultimately a reduction in MPG. The auto makers are constantly fighting against better MPG regulations. Don't you think that if something this cheap and simple actually produced better MPG, they would all be using it? If you want better mileage, keep your vehicle well tuned, keep the proper air in the tires, and go light on the pedal. For more perfomance, straighten out and open up your intake and exhaust.
#25 of 1696 Rebate is up on dodge's website by tessel8 May 11, 2000 (4:44 pm)
If you go to www.4adodge.com and click on the "durango" link, then the "incentives" link, you will see the new rebate up there. Woohoo. From their site.. ========================== Current national consumer incentives: U.S. cash allowance of $1,000 on 2000 Durango models available through 7/5/00.
#26 of 1696 pr4mncplus by drachir May 11, 2000 (11:38 pm)
Thanks for the input on your DD. I suspected that would be a good choice for both towing, and somewhat better mpg than the 5.9 V-8 and 3.92 rear end gears. I think that is what I will end up going with, if I can find one here in Oregon. I searched 3 dealers over last weekend and not 1 to be found in over 50 DD's on their lots. A lot of 5.9's & 3.92. Most 4.7's have 3.55 gears, and SLT Plus and all the gooey options. I just want a plain Jane SLT, no leather, big tires, and wife and son want the rear air, Oh Well!
#27 of 1696 wimpy air conditioning by giles May 13, 2000 (8:03 pm)
The A/C on my 2000 SLT+, 5.9L, rear air option seems a little weak. Last week was the first time I really needed it. The outside temp was in the mid 90's and the A/C really didn't get very cold. I called the service tech when I got home. He said to measure the center air vent temperature with the fan and control on high. I should read "in the 40's" according to him. I used two thermometers-one said 51 degrees the other said 49. I had the rear A/C fan off at the time. I ran the engine at 1500 RPM for several minutes until the reading leveled out. That temperature seems high even for the newer (R134 ?) freon. I know this has been discussed before but wondered if anyone else has measured theirs. I read somewhere there was an A/C mod for the '99 but the 2000 had it from the factory.
#28 of 1696 Add to message 28 by giles May 13, 2000 (8:08 pm)
When I did the A/C test above the outside air was in the 70's.
#29 of 1696 New D by captain13 May 14, 2000 (1:41 am)
I picked up my new 4.7l SLT today. Drove it about 50 miles or so, (already had 250 miles on it) when I noticed that the check engine light was on. I called the dealership and they said not to worry, probably something minor like a sensor that needed re-calibration or something. Sure enough after driving for a while the light went off. Has anyone else experienced this and if so what was the remedy?
#30 of 1696 by fredly May 14, 2000 (1:59 am)
Just a few comments, My brother in Law recently had one of his dodge vehicles in for service and they gave him a brand new Durango as a loaner, just 8 miles on the ODO. I like the styling, its roomy I'm 5 10 and fit in every seat, nice sound system, and lots of amenity's Power great power I was concerned however when I took a peek under the hood and found Oil dark dirty oil seeping from around the valvehead cover-nuts. Is there any issue of this with other durango's ?
#31 of 1696 After-Market Sunroof by auto_curious May 14, 2000 (1:32 pm)
Has anyone had an after-market retractable sunroof installed on their Durango or has anyone done any research ? If so, Can the information be shared to direct me Where to look ? Any help is appreciated !
#32 of 1696 California Rebate...? by q8740 May 14, 2000 (3:14 pm)
Dodge is advertising a $1500.00 rebate on durangos with 5.9 and 4x2. Question is, dose this apply to 4x4 also or only 4x2 I called dodge and they said its a regional rebate and they have no info other than the std. $1000 rebate
#33 of 1696 Durango placed on "Safest" list! by mrstiffy May 14, 2000 (11:40 pm)
Erie Insurance lists the safest cars in its experience. Their criteria are listed at http://www.erie-insurance.com/carguide/2000cars2.html#Eight tough standards and include good records for death, injury, repair, and safety features as well as laboratory test results. Durango is shown on their "preferred" list at: http://www.erie-insurance.com/carguide/2000cars.html#Mid-range sport utility vehicles This information may be useful to those concerned about Durango's safety based only on laboratory crash test results.

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