the 3.7 makes peak torque at 4000rpm's all 235lbs sucks here's proof

http://allpar.com/mopar/37.html

 

my mom's pacifica makes more than that.

 

No, a half ton with a V6?

 

really.. i am from the easternpart (perry co) i have a 07 reg cab v6 while its no powerhouse its not really a slug either try this..( E3 spark plugs and wires,tbi spacers,easy to install bolts in in as little as 30 minutes) a EFAN 8-12HP from that)3.7 performance pulleys you will get 6hp and 13tq form it.heres the website for it (www.aspracing.com)K&N cold intake system 2-4hp that should put alittle more pep in her step.i want a 09 ram but i was told they are looking to replace the 3.7 with a 3.6 V6 Direct Injection which is good for 280hp fuel efficiency improvement of six to eight percent in 2010 i belive ill wait for that.

 

i've not heard of a 3.6 v6 but have heard of the direct injectioned phoenix v6's for chrysler on allpar.com

 

I'll agree that the V6 is not a total slug. I got it because I wanted a stick, and didn't need a half-ton or HD. I saw a late 70's F350 dump truck for sale recently with the Ford 300 six. Granted, straight 6's are cooler, but that's your slow truck of the day.

I'd also like to see your E3 wire setup on a coil-on-plug ignition system

Lastly, direct-injected, boosted engines are way cool. Hopefully the Dakota survives long enough to recieve one. If not, maybe the next Ranger.