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franklin mead
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8/01/2003
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I want to put a new exhaust on my 98 3.9L mag, and money is an issue for me. i was thinking about starting with a cat-back(?) any suggestions please leave a comment i'm new to the modifying my dodge so plz some constructive criticism. thanks a bunch! -Franklin
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ben
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8/01/2003
14:56:10
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edelbrock makes a custom tubular header and y pipe system for dodge that is only about 250 bucks and then you could probably get a flowmaster exhaust system for another 300 so about 600 should do you from the headers back
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Joe
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8/01/2003
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I have a 92 Dakota auto w/138k. I too love cheap mods. First go to intensedakota.com and there are some tricks and tips that are free. Thats a perfect place to start. I would then do these in order:
K&N filter ($35+)I paid $12 shipped from liberator861 on Ebay. It came dirty and borrowed my neighbor's cleaner which you can get for $10.
Flowmaster, turbo tubes, or dynamax ($50+) I traded my y pipe for a dynamax 1 in 2 out and have a turbo tube in place of my cat, sounds good.
V8 TB ($50-500) I paid $75 and got it from someone on this site, but you could check junkyards or mopar websites. Clean it and the IAC before installing w/gasket.
Synthetics, amsoil or redline, I use both and havent recorded mpg or power but notice smoother shifts and a smoother pull. I will go into further detail if you wish.
Good luck
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jay
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8/01/2003
16:17:47
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hey joe you say that you cleaned your iac/mtr what did you use to clean it?I have done a complete tune-up,and I still have a little bit of a rough idle it's driving me crazy.
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wg34
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8/01/2003
16:22:31
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[quote]V8 TB ($50-500) I paid $75 and got it from someone on this site, but you could check junkyards or mopar websites. Clean it and the IAC before installing w/gasket. [/quote]
When checking Junkyards what EXACTLY would I ask/look or. I know 52mm is too big ,so maybe a 48mm ,what engine does thei come off?
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wg34
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8/01/2003
16:23:37
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oops forgot '03 3.9 .
TIA
Wade
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Joe
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8/01/2003
20:09:36
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wg34, if checking junkyards look for a V8 Dakota or Ram of the same year as yours(Ive heard that will keep you from having to get a different TB cable, but Im not sure, for mine I didnt have to) I know a 318 will and maybe a 360 will work. You can explore previous posts and find out for sure.
Jay, i coulnt find anything so I used Bleech White. Use TB or carb cleaner. YOu should first remove the TB, then take the IAC out with torx or allen, and do not drop it or push the spring in. Simply take some cleaner on a rag and clean the end of it and your done. Ive never cleaned the TB cause dude cleaned mine when I bought it, but I suggest you clean it before install and use a gasket.
A new TB and cleaning the IAC made my idle much smoother, but I still have little power at start-up. A few guys recommended a new O2 sensor, but it's $60 I hear, so I may wait a while since Im broke.
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IntenseDakota
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8/02/2003
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talk to Sam at www.socaldakota.com you can get the V8 T/B and the cable for about $147 Shipped. You will just use your own sensors.
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Franklin Mead
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8/02/2003
23:33:05
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Thanks for all the tips everyone. Could you also tell me what they do too? like as the V8 TB and such. thanks again! -Franklin
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