Which 2nd Gen Dakota should I get?
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id say the 4.7 and 5.2 are easy to find, if you find one with the 5.9(360)then you will have defiantly found something, I think im the only guy in my area with a 5.9 Dakota, and its got more than enough power for pulling as well..im sure the 4.7 is better in the fuel economy department though..
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I disagree strongly on the 3.7 being a good engine. I've owned (2) vehicles with this engine. Both bought new.
The 3.7 engine is a grossly under-powered POS (dinosaur poop) IMHO.
My 98 Dakota has the 3.9 and it's nothing like the 3.7 dog engine. The 3.9 is surprisingly peppy and has more than enough power throughout the powerband.
I've never owned a Dodge/Chrysler product with a V8, (street raced against many!) but I do know the old 318/360s (5.2/5.9) are almost indestructible. I wouldn't hesitate to buy one myself.
The 3.7 engine is a grossly under-powered POS (dinosaur poop) IMHO.
My 98 Dakota has the 3.9 and it's nothing like the 3.7 dog engine. The 3.9 is surprisingly peppy and has more than enough power throughout the powerband.
I've never owned a Dodge/Chrysler product with a V8, (street raced against many!) but I do know the old 318/360s (5.2/5.9) are almost indestructible. I wouldn't hesitate to buy one myself.
Last edited by Katmandu; 01-24-2015 at 12:16 PM.