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12-06-2007 | 12:04 PM
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12-06-2007 | 02:06 PM
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the V8 and V6 differ so slightly in MPG that its almost a non-issue... I get 20+ with my 4.7 if I drive like a normal person.
another thing to check is the tranny TSB... see if the original owner had it in for the new filter andfluid change. (you didnt mention ATX or MTX, so I assumed ATX)
another thing to check is the tranny TSB... see if the original owner had it in for the new filter andfluid change. (you didnt mention ATX or MTX, so I assumed ATX)
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12-06-2007 | 03:25 PM
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RE: Newbie....
Welcome, Good place & good people here. I would go V8one mpg reported between the 6 & 8. The suspension is good and the frame is the best in the truck business. The factory front shocks are the pits. The Dak is screaming for a suspension lift to get it off-road worthy. It sits toooooo car like. I love my 07 now with 17k in 7 months. The forum knows me all to well and my 06 that was lemon lawed because of a bunch of problems including the engine clacking. This seems more prone to the HO but still happens on the regular 4.7. Stillit’s a solid truck and rides VERY quiet. IMO I love the looks of it and I get allot of comments. Hope you get one and let us help with any questions you have. Later
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12-06-2007 | 03:29 PM
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You might also want to consider that Dodges have ridiculously low resale value which helps you buy used now, but could get you stuck in it later if you don't get a good deal now. Since you're buying a 2wd I assume you don't care about offroad ability but if you do I would highly recommend staying away from the dakota. I don't mean to sound negative, my truck has been pretty good to me, butifIcould do things again I would pay the extra for a toyota or nissan in a heartbeat.Ithink though that you'll be happy with a dakota if you're just looking for a general on road only utility vehicle.
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12-06-2007 | 04:24 PM
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filter and fluid change at 17k??
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the V8 and V6 differ so slightly in MPG that its almost a non-issue... I get 20+ with my 4.7 if I drive like a normal person.
another thing to check is the tranny TSB... see if the original owner had it in for the new filter andfluid change. (you didnt mention ATX or MTX, so I assumed ATX)
the V8 and V6 differ so slightly in MPG that its almost a non-issue... I get 20+ with my 4.7 if I drive like a normal person.
another thing to check is the tranny TSB... see if the original owner had it in for the new filter andfluid change. (you didnt mention ATX or MTX, so I assumed ATX)