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Rooknute
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6/04/2002
07:03:45
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I love dodge!! I really do. But why dont they start working on better tranys?
Yesterday I was at a stop sign and went to go and gave it more gas then i should have, hey it happens, BUT this time when it shifted from first to second the d*mn thing sliped and hit red.
I need help, i really dont know everything about tranys, i hate them! But would the problem be the Tourc converter or the acual trany?
I have a '97 3.9L.. PLease Help
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Montag
Dodge Dakota
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6/04/2002
10:03:32
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Mine does that all the time, it can't seem to find second.
I've had enough! I'm going to storm the Dodge's design department and design a good trany! WHO'S WITH ME!?!
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Jesse T.
Dodge Dakota
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6/04/2002
10:14:57
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Ok, I have had the same problem and the solution is adjust the tv cable, if you go to speedtweaks.net go under tips and tricks and you will find out how to do it yourself, or you can buy a hanes manuel from your local autoparts store and it will tell you how to fix that also.
Jesse T.
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dan
Dodge Dakota
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6/04/2002
10:20:52
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Simple fix - get a 5-spd ;-)
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Rooknute
Dodge Dakota
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6/04/2002
11:47:26
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Montag, I'll usa AutoCAD and you can use your knolage of trany design. We'll eventually get it right, look how long dodge has been trying to :)
Thanks Jesse, i'll have to go and look for that tip. About how long will it take to fix?
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Jesse T.
Dodge Dakota
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6/04/2002
12:18:43
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It shouldent take to long, just takes like 2 to 3 times to get it right,I used a needle nose plier and a pocket knife to remove the clip. Good luck
Jesse T.
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Montag
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6/04/2002
12:31:27
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lol, I accually know nothing about transmissions. I will be going to a tech school some time soon though. But I sure if you give me a wrench and hammer I could figure something out :)
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Rooknute
Dodge Dakota
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6/04/2002
13:12:29
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Jesse, I was just on speed tweaks and couldnt find anything under the tips section about the tranys? What is the main title of the section?
Montag, thats usually how i fix things that dont work, but since this is my baby, i think i'll just wait it out alittle longer :)
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Montag
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6/04/2002
13:44:32
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I know what you mean, I wouldn't let me work on my own trany!
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Rooknute
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6/04/2002
14:14:26
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Even with the help pf speed tweaks, does anyone know if the flywheel would be making the trany slip?
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Jesse T.
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6/04/2002
14:32:34
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TV Cable Adjustments (V6/V8 Magnum Engines)
GENERAL INFORMATION
The transmission throttle valve is operated by the valve body throttle lever. The throttle lever is actuated by a cable connected to the engine throttle body lever. A lock button at the engine end of the cable provides for cable adjustment.
A correctly adjusted throttle valve cable, will cause the throttle lever on the transmission to move simultaneously with the throttle body lever from the idle position. Proper adjustment allows simultaneous movement without causing the transmission throttle lever to move ahead of, or lag behind the throttle body lever.
CHECK
Turn ignition key to OFF position.
Remove air cleaner.
Verify that throttle body lever is at curb idle position. Then verify that transmission throttle lever is also at idle (full forward) position.
Slide cable off attachment stud on throttle body lever.
Compare position of cable end to attachment stud on throttle body lever:
Cable end and attachment stud should be aligned (or centered on one another) to within 1 mm (0.039 inch) in either direction.
If cable end and attachment stud are misaligned (off center), cable will have to be adjusted as described in following procedure.
Reconnect cable end to attachment stud. Then with aid of a helper, observe movement of transmission throttle lever and lever on throttle body.
If both levers move simultaneously from idle to half-throttle and back to idle position, adjustment is correct.
If transmission throttle lever moves ahead of, or lags behind throttle body lever, cable adjustment will be necessary. Or, if throttle body lever prevents transmission lever from returning to closed position, cable adjustment will be necessary.
PROCEDURE
Turn ignition switch to OFF position and shift into Park.
Remove air cleaner.
Disconnect cable end from attachment stud on throttle body.
Verify that transmission throttle lever is in idle (full forward) position. Then be sure lever on throttle body is at curb idle position.
Insert a small screwdriver under edge of retaining clip and remove retaining clip.
Center cable end on attachment stud to within 1 mm (0.039 inch) and release cable button.
Install retaining clip onto cable: housing.
Check cable adjustment. Be sure transmission throttle lever and lever on throttle body move simultaneously and as described in cable adjustment checking procedure.
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Jesse T.
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6/04/2002
14:35:58
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My bad it is under tips and tricks on the left side collum and reads "How to adjust the TV Cable"
Jesse T.
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N8 dawg
Dodge Dakota
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6/04/2002
18:31:23
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i have a 97' RC auto also and it slips going into 2nd all the time......it is a piece of $hit...i did the adjustment at speedtweaks and it didnt help just makes it shift down into lower gears more often......i might try to get a shift kit this summer......man i wish i would have gotten a 5spd. now i know next time i buy a dodge to get a manual.
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Todd W
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6/04/2002
23:04:25
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-So- glad I didn't get an auto... :0)
'00 RC Sport Forest Green, 3.9L, 5-speed 3.55, Hurst Comp-Plus Shifter, Clear-Corners, Speed-Glo gauges, Airaid Intake with relocated IAT, Autolite 3923s, Ported Throttle Body, Borg & Warner Cap/Rotor, Accel Coil, JBA 9mm Wires, JET Stage II
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dan
Dodge Dakota
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6/05/2002
08:06:42
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uh huh!
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greg
Dodge Dakota
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6/05/2002
11:02:45
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I just bought a '99 dakota regular cab with an auto and it runs real well. Try a shift kit and make sure the fluids are clean and check the tv cable as mentioned. I had a 6-spd in my 2000 camaro ss and i sold that a few weeks ago so i wanted to be lazy and get an auto this time around. With the truck being a regular cab, the auto frees up more room. Good luck man.
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Rooknute
Dodge Dakota
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6/05/2002
11:05:32
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What kind of shift kit would you recomend? Should i change the filter and oil first?
I just can't see what the shift kit will help, i think i might just need the trany re-build.. or the "tourk" converter.
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