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Re: Trucker newbie needs help [bpeebles] by spike50
Dec 12, 2004 (3:35 am)
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Replying to: bpeebles (Dec 11, 2004 7:00 pm)

I agree with bpeebles' points plus I have a '00 part-time 4WD w/ a LSD w/ 5 sp and I've driven on hilly, muddy, icy / snowy, gully-laidened gas pipeline right-of-ways every hunting season:
 
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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Re: Trucker newbie needs help [amoreano] by eharri3
Dec 12, 2004 (9:16 am)
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Replying to: amoreano (Dec 10, 2004 8:01 pm)

You really find a 2/10s inch ground clearance difference to be that much of a problem? You really sure this has created an issue for you or are you just zeroing in on numbers and stats instead of real world driveability?
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Re: This Topic Is For... [bonnie_rick] by dakota95dd
Apr 04, 2005 (8:54 am)
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Replying to: bonnie_rick (Jun 23, 2000 8:41 pm)

Hi Bonnie Rick, Im new to this Forum.. I have a 95 Dakota Sport 2WD, 5 speed 2.5L 4 banger! 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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Re: ABS & BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS [headlinesman] by masfox
Jun 18, 2005 (11:17 am)
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Replying to: headlinesman (Mar 17, 2002 8:11 am)

I know it's been awhile but what was the problem fix, my 2000 Durango came down with the problen yesterday. I ran a code check but it comes up with zero codes. can you help me out and yes the fuild is good.
Thanks,
MasFox
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Hi by sportstud4891
Jun 22, 2005 (11:18 am)
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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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Re: Hi [sportstud4891] by bookitty
Jun 22, 2005 (6:36 pm)
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Replying to: sportstud4891 (Jun 22, 2005 11:18 am)

Welcome to the fold Clinton. I know just where Waldorf is, sort of the gateway to the Eastern Shore (the Shore) as it is known locally. Also spent many winter days traveling from Hagerstown (Fairplay) up to Matiki Coal in Hancock, MD. Pulled those long hills in snow and ice. The Dak 4X4 beats a Pontiac (company car) hands down.
 
Bookitty
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Re: Hi [bookitty] by KarenS HOST
Jul 19, 2005 (7:49 am)
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Replying to: bookitty (Jun 22, 2005 6:36 pm)

Look who is in the Owners' Spotlight!
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Re: Hi [KarenS] by bookitty
Jul 19, 2005 (9:48 am)
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Replying to: KarenS (Jul 19, 2005 7:49 am)

Karen, I am both humbled honored. At last, my "15 minutes of fame" has arrived. Onward to infamy! Thank you.
 
Norm (Bookitty)
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Re: This Topic Is For... [bonnie_rick] by jneal
Oct 29, 2005 (4:39 pm)
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Replying to: bonnie_rick (Jun 23, 2000 8:41 pm)

Hello everyone. Just a bit about me.....60 yrs old, retired from Public Safety/EMS, married w/1 child and 1 grandchild.
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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Re: This Topic Is For... [jneal] by bookitty
Oct 30, 2005 (10:16 am)
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Replying to: jneal (Oct 29, 2005 4:39 pm)

Welcome to the fold jneal. This is the best auto/truck forum bar none. Made up of many bright and helpful people. Good luck with your new (and your old) truck.
 
Bookitty

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