newbee w/ some Q's
 

Hey guys & gals. im new to Dodge forums. i will more than likely be getting a 96 dakota 5.2 V8 ext cab 4x4, kinda for free, id just have to get a new tranny or have it rebuilt. my question is how good are these trucks and would it be worth it? and are there any mods etc. that can be done to it likeperformance and suspention parts? thanks alot, any input appreciated

also anything else you'd like to add will also be helpful, thanks