popular site DF members use: http://brakeperformance.com

 

Ya, i was thinking i would replace my thermostat in about 5000 miles, since the its got 56,000 on the coolant and the thermostat . Ill just replace it at the same time.

I guess ill just have to pickup my own scanner which will be cool, oh well though.

Thanks for that brake website!

 

Well, you'll be able to tow more than factory spec for sure, but I wouldn't say 2500-3000 as your still limited by other factors like frame/engine/etc. Also, you need to keep in mind that unless their is a documented rating by the manufacturer or a well regarded source (like the NRVA) your insurance company can (and will) deny coverage if you have an accident when towing over rated capacity...

 

One other thing. How would i determine if my dakota either the 3.55 or 3.92 gearing? I couldnt find it on the factory gear stamp.
My dakota is a ST model 2006 two wheel drive, with a 4.7V8. It has an auto tranny with tow/haul and my gear selector displays P R N D 2 1.

 

Most 05 4.7s came with 3.55:1. You can jack up the rear end and rotate the tire while counting the revolutions of the driveshaft.
I put 4.10:1 in my 05 4.7 and use a SC tuner in towing mode when I tow. It performs quite well. I towed a trailer with 2 motorcycles to/from Florida. No power problems, got 14mpg. My best mod was the 4.10:1 gearing.

 

STAY AWAY FROM E-FAN!!!!!!!!!!!!if you tow...trust me...

 

Wouldn't the e-fan controller box compensate?

 

It looked in other posts like the efan change was a good one. Normal highway speeds don't need a fan anyway and in stop-n-go it allows more power.
Please explain.

 

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