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Replying to: amoreano (Dec 10, 2004 8:01 pm) Given the type of off-roading you have described, you would be locking the xfer case in 4X4 anyway. You may be better off to have an xfer case that can be set to rear-wheel-drive when on the street. That will increase MPG and reduce wear-n-tear that the 'full time' has been proven to cause. (reduced tire and drivetrain components life) That ground clearance concern you have may not be a realistic measurement that has meaning while off-roading. You will find that a LONGER WHEELBASE will tend to bottom out more often. (even if the "ground clearance" number that the manufacturers quote is higher.) Of course, any experienced off-roader knows the basics of putting the wheels on the "high spots" of the trail. (putting your wheels in an existing rut is a no-no)
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Replying to: bpeebles (Dec 11, 2004 7:00 pm) 1.) Go w/ a part-time 4WD system w/ a LSD rear. 2.) The above set-up gives you the best gas mileage. 3.) When I'm in the deep do-do, the above set-up is spinning all 4 wheels and I've gotten out of it - so far. 4.) I've banged the bottom a few times and as a result, I've slowed down and learned to "read" the best way through the problem areas. 5.) Most of the time, for me, the clearance has been OK. The Dakota's small wheel wells don't lend themselves easily to simply installing bigger tires and therefore getting more clearance. The aftermarket lift kits that I've looked at require major surgery and seem to be "under-shocked" to prevent more body roll. But if you're thinking about going that way order the 3.92 rear gear ratio rather than the 3.55 since you'll eventually be spinning bigger tires. 6.) I think the the Dakota can do what you want. Have you ever thought of starting your hikes where the trails cross over a more improved road rather your current MO? |
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Replying to: amoreano (Dec 10, 2004 8:01 pm) |
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Replying to: bonnie_rick (Jun 23, 2000 8:41 pm)  I need help on where to post on the site.. If any of you can help that would be great. Need to switch bucket seats out and put in a bench if any of you have done this yet please send me a e-mail. Thanks - Tom
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Replying to: headlinesman (Mar 17, 2002 8:11 am) Thanks, MasFox |
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I can see that this post has changed topics, but I'll probably be around for a little bit so I figured I'd say hey and introduce myself. Clinton Jenkins from Hughesville, MD (right next to Waldorf, MD if you know where that is) 2001 3.9 V6 automatic Club Cab Dakota 4x4 SLT Pearl Blue with gray undertone, including Fender Flares, Line-X spray in bedliner, fiberglass tonneau cover, American Flag windowscape across the back, fully loaded, on 265/70 tires and I love driving it (course that could be due to the fact that my last vehicle was an 88 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cierra but still) I have taken it out in the snow in western maryland and the sands at Oregon Inlet on the outer banks and have yet to get stuck (knock on wood) |
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Replying to: sportstud4891 (Jun 22, 2005 11:18 am) Bookitty
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Replying to: bookitty (Jun 22, 2005 6:36 pm) 
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Replying to: KarenS (Jul 19, 2005 7:49 am) Norm (Bookitty) |
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Replying to: bonnie_rick (Jun 23, 2000 8:41 pm) Long-time Dodge truck owner and currently own a 1993 Dakota SLT 2x4, CC.3.9 V-6,auto w/125K on odometer.Never any major problems with it. Just took delivery on '06 Dakota QC SLT 2x4, 4.7L,Auto,LSD w/just about everything except heated seats..not really useful in Louisiana! Plan to continue to drive the '93 until the wheels fall off and leave the '06 in the garage except when I want to make neighbors envious.... Been lurking on the Dak forums and really received a lot of help in deciding on the '06 and what equipment etc, especially the 4.7L engine as I knew nothing at all about it. jneal
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