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x96283
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5/03/2002
08:47:09
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Task: Modify the RT (2000 CC)
Condition: A budget of 5-6000 dollars
Standard: AQAFP in the 1/4 (as quick as... you know the rest)
What would you do to this truck? Mods in place are weak :)
Plugs, wires, open element air cleaner (14x2.75), 3 inch spintech w/ dual 2.5 outs, and a lot of interior stuff--that's where I spend all my time anyway
I was looking at the lightning killer package, or something along those lines but also what about going along a forced induction route?
Should I stick with the standard bolt-on theme? Or look elsewhere?
Items that I must have are:
Hotchkis kit with Bilsteins
Jonas' chrome 20s (love the leather by the way!)
MBRP cuda style exhaust (its a looks thing!)
Tires & rims for the track
Do not include these items into my budget. I already have cash set aside for these.
I hope to conduct research over the next few months and get input from other members in my quest for "my ride." I plan to do my mods towards the end of the year, early next year. Sorry for the delay but I won't be back in the states until about then. I will be settled in Oklahoma by late November
I am currently making all my income tax free and spending my leisure time thinking of my truck :) Somebody help me think of ways to baby it!
Thanks in advance!
giusto
00 af cc rt
Oahu (now Bosnia)
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CW
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5/03/2002
09:27:44
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If you have the paitience and don't have to have a emissions sticker get Berds twin turbo system. With a freed up exhaust and a M-1 450hp should be pretty easy.
2001 4.7 RC 5sp 3.92 LSD
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Nitro Junkie
Dodge Dakota
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5/03/2002
10:20:57
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Go with the Kenne Bell supercharger kit
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alex
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5/03/2002
10:43:31
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Get a Vortec R-Trim, some traction devices, a shift kit and a little bit o' nitrous (50-shot or 75 shot). Easy 12's from a street driver.
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Nitro Junkie
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5/03/2002
11:47:12
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The kenne bell kits comes with tons of "bolt ons" as part of the kit !
You could spend close to half of your budget on the rims and tires. I would personally get the GO FAST PARTS first and then worry about the interior later because it's cheaper !!!
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Duner
Dodge Dakota
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5/03/2002
12:30:42
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That Lightning Killer package would be nice if you don't like power adders but it won't be nearly as quick for the dollars spent. There is no disputing that forced induction will get you the quickest ride. Of course adding Nos to that will certainly be potent also. If you have to deal with emissions testing than a blower will be your best bet. So far, I've seen the best results from people with Vortech kits installed.
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D
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5/03/2002
12:34:05
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twin turbo...its gonna be a legit setup, bolt on,
just like an supercharger setup, but it looks
like it will be slightly cheaper than the Kenne
Bell
www.speedtweaks.net
Email Bernd for his advice on where to start.
I am guessing M1 intake, shift kit, etc, but my
advice would be to wait until the Turbo is
finised, projected HP out of the twin turbo kit
tops all of the superchargers out there.
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kota on 20s
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5/03/2002
12:47:04
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the kenny bell makes tons of torque at low rpm. which you dont want, because the truck will have a major traction problem. i have also heard the kb comes with a knock sensor, and at 4000+ rpm, it takes a lot of timing out and you loose a lot of hp.
i'd go with the paxton novi 2000 kit. there is a group buy on the delphi R/T board right now.
i'd also go with the M-1 manifold, and headers
Eric, 98 5.2 5speed, K&N gen II, 50mm TB, 2bbl M-1, 1.7RR's, JBA ciramic headers, carsound cat, dumped gibson, and a lot more
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x96283
Dodge Dakota
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5/04/2002
06:16:40
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Well just to clarify my first message... those few items I listed at the top are things that I have already done (i.e., the interior is just where I want it--leather pics on Jonas' site).
I am looking to expand outward into the world of performance now :)
I am gonna have to pass on the N2O; had it on my old ride. Of course, I still do have the bottle and solenoids :))) hmmm.
10lbs of gaseous fun
Anyone know what Bernd's timeline is for his TT project? I *will* be in his neck of the woods at the end of the year :)
Thanks for the input everyone.
giusto
00 af cc rt
oahu-->bosnia
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bernd
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5/04/2002
09:28:28
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Giusto: Timeframe is about 3 more weeks and the initial kit will be completed. Once we've conducted all the testing, bug "fixes" (if required), and fine tuning, we will start on the production kit build-ups (manifolds, intake tubing, oiling lines, and intercooler lines.
1997 Dodge Dakota SLT - V6
Supercharged/Intercooled @ 10# w/Nitrous
14.55 @ 96.01mph
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low99dakota
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5/04/2002
09:34:21
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Bernd-- do you have an approximate time frame as far as things like emmisions testing and so on? I live in Mass, same emmissions rules as Cali. This will be my major determining factor on a turbo set up. Thanks!
99 Sport, Solar Yellow, DJM 5/7 drop, 18" Coddingtons on the way, 180* tstat, IAT adjuster, autolite plugs, JBA 8mm wires, cap and rotor, MP Intake, JBA headers, 5.9 V8 TB, FUTURE MODS: too many to list
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Lesley
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5/04/2002
11:09:40
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Yes, keep us posted Bernd. With my baby all paid for now, a turbo could be in the plans for him.
97 3.9 CC Sport. Black. Auto 3.55, Quick D Intake, JBA Stainless headers, Autolite 3923s, stainless Borla Turbo XL, V8 TB, FMS 19 lb fuel injectors, Have, but not installed:Brass cap & rotor, JBA 9mm cables, Borla tip, IAT adjuster,Boyd Coddington Smoot
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