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Dak318
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7/18/2002
14:14:33
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Would the a 160 stat be even better than a 180? Yhey have one at Napa for my 91 318 Sport.
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5pnt9ltrluv
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7/18/2002
15:11:07
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You might trip some codes if you go that cold. I have heard that it is a 50/50 shot for tripping codes.
Kris
Powerdyne w/ 6#, True dual Flowmaster 40's, MSD 6BTM w/ Blaster SS coil, Taylor 8mm, Flowmetrics 50mm t- body, JBA headers, Autolite 3923's, 180 degree T-stat, , Ported 1.92 R/T heads, 4bbl M1, 24# injectors, Crower 1.7 Roller Rockers, Hotchkis 2/3 w/ Nitro shocks, GTS hood
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WallyR
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7/18/2002
16:05:42
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I'm running one and haven't set a single code.
Wally
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Dak318
Dodge Dakota
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7/19/2002
15:39:46
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You don't know what it will do until you try, and I think I'm going to.
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Bernd
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7/20/2002
00:18:20
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I ran one on my '97 V6 without any issues...except for the gas mileage going to sh-t. The Magnum engines make their best power at 185 (even Mopar wrote an article on this)...stick with the 180.
1997 Dodge Dakota SLT - V6
Supercharged/Intercooled @ 10# w/Nitrous
14.55 @ 96.01mph
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WallyR
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7/20/2002
20:43:10
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Well, despite my earlier post, that little ba$tard known as "Murphy" caught up with me today...
Put the 160 in about three weeks ago, no problems until this morning. Light is on, set a code. I'm going to the 180.
Wally
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5pnt9ltrluv
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7/20/2002
20:46:27
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Wally- wouldn't it happen that way, you say something about it and BAM....
Kris
Powerdyne w/ 6#, True dual Flowmaster 40's, MSD 6BTM w/ Blaster SS coil, Taylor 8mm, Flowmetrics 50mm t- body, JBA headers, Autolite 3923's, 180 degree T-stat, , Ported 1.92 R/T heads, 4bbl M1, 24# injectors, Crower 1.7 Roller Rockers, Hotchkis 2/3 w/ Nitro shocks, GTS hood
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WallyR
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7/20/2002
22:30:32
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Kris
Yea, I learned long ago not to declare anything absolute because it's bound to slap you in the face...but we all screw up sometimes!
BTW, what do you think of the Hotchkis drop kits? I've been looking at them and Bell, trying to make a decision.
Later,
Wally
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97dak
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7/21/2002
18:54:26
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WallyR:
What was the code? I installed a 160 t-stat about a week ago and last night the check engine light came on. Since I have a 97, I was told to do the on, off, on, off, on trick with the key. I got a code 12 on my odometer. My manual says 12 is : Battery Power to PCM Disconnected. What is that, or is it a generic message. Any info is appreciated.
97 Dak
5.2, 5 speed, 4x4, 3.55
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kevster
Dodge Dakota
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7/21/2002
21:11:07
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Hotchkis rules, better research and better quality, I like mine.
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TEAMFAST
Dodge Dakota
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7/22/2002
01:14:41
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engine doesnt run hot enough to run
efficiently. Gum your motor up unless you
drive it really hard all the time.
Stick with the 180 unless your in arizona!
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