New to the club (and a couple questions)
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New to the club (and a couple questions)
So my truck is an 89 Dodge Ram 50 but when i read the sub message to enter this forum it says full sized trucks so i don't know if im in the right place. My truck definitely isn't a full size truck (even tho it could fit a beefy v-8 in it easily). I have a 2.0 4-cylinder motor and all the motors in here seem to talk about v-8s and what not so i guess i'm just a little unsure if this is where i post but here goes...
I think i'll probably be sticking with this motor for a bit, bore it to fit the 2.6 pistons and throw a performance carb in it. I'm sure i can find those because there already is a 2.6 motor and i already have a carb in mind. I however have never really looked into exhaust systems, lift kits 4x4 mod and exterior styling.
1st of all i am wanting to re-do the exhaust system in this truck from the manifold to the muffler tip and am also probably going to put a snorkel (i think thats what they are called) for mudding, anyone already done this to their truck and possibly could point me in the right direction?
2nd can anyone suggest a good durable lift kit? i only wanna lift my truck a couple inches so i can get 33+ tires on my truck (tho i haven't even looked into that but i'm sure 2 inches would be enough).
3rd question, my truck is not 4wd and i'd like to make it that way. I have a 5 speed (dunno if it makes a difference other than i think i'd have to have push button 4wd if i didn't...maybe?!). I was curious as to what the general pricing for the parts i'd need (rough estimate) and maybe where to find these parts.
4th and final question is that i'm trying to find something other than the stock plastic grill for my truck. I'd perfer to remove all the plastic **** from my truck and thats a big one that stands out to me so if anyone knows a good accesorry store lemme know. thanks for readin and thanks for your help ahead of time
- Jeremy
I think i'll probably be sticking with this motor for a bit, bore it to fit the 2.6 pistons and throw a performance carb in it. I'm sure i can find those because there already is a 2.6 motor and i already have a carb in mind. I however have never really looked into exhaust systems, lift kits 4x4 mod and exterior styling.
1st of all i am wanting to re-do the exhaust system in this truck from the manifold to the muffler tip and am also probably going to put a snorkel (i think thats what they are called) for mudding, anyone already done this to their truck and possibly could point me in the right direction?
2nd can anyone suggest a good durable lift kit? i only wanna lift my truck a couple inches so i can get 33+ tires on my truck (tho i haven't even looked into that but i'm sure 2 inches would be enough).
3rd question, my truck is not 4wd and i'd like to make it that way. I have a 5 speed (dunno if it makes a difference other than i think i'd have to have push button 4wd if i didn't...maybe?!). I was curious as to what the general pricing for the parts i'd need (rough estimate) and maybe where to find these parts.
4th and final question is that i'm trying to find something other than the stock plastic grill for my truck. I'd perfer to remove all the plastic **** from my truck and thats a big one that stands out to me so if anyone knows a good accesorry store lemme know. thanks for readin and thanks for your help ahead of time
- Jeremy
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RE: New to the club (and a couple questions)
welcome i also have an '89 ram but mine is 4wd with a 318, you might wanna get some locking hubs and a tranny that is 4wd compatible, i dont know about a lift kit but im useing hockypucks
,and good luck on the 1st and4th question
,and good luck on the 1st and4th question
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RE: New to the club (and a couple questions)
hey disco,
you and i are in the EXACT same boat from what you've said so far we have pretty much the same truck (as far as i kno) and your wanting to do the same crap i am to it minus the snorkel for mudding but good luck man cause i havent been able to get much info or products for our truck
you and i are in the EXACT same boat from what you've said so far we have pretty much the same truck (as far as i kno) and your wanting to do the same crap i am to it minus the snorkel for mudding but good luck man cause i havent been able to get much info or products for our truck
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From: Skagit County, WA
RE: New to the club (and a couple questions)
No real reason to go 318 unless you've got one sitting around, the 360 is physically similar and the cost of swapping is identical. Of course, you'll need a new tranny, driveshaft, and rear axle too.