The eventually took over the passenger wagon market. This panel was eliminated in 1978 which was a transitional year for the B-series van. This was another change for the Magnum. An example would be: 4M5. Its block was bored out to 4. New for 1985 was the Ram-Trac transfer case: a system that allowed the driver to shift in and out of four-wheel drive while traveling at high speeds.
In 1987 it used a two-barrel and hydraulic. From 1988 to 1991, another throttle-body fuel injection system was used for truck and van applications. A steel cable connected the accelerator pedal inside the vehicle to a mechanical linkage at the side of the throttle body, which acted to open the air intake butterfly valves inside the venturis. In 1988 it was upgraded with and roller tappets which it retained until the 1992 Magnum update. An aggressive cam was fitted to take advantage of the much better breathing top end.
The crankshaft, located to the bottom of the block by five main bearing caps, was cast nodular iron, and the eight connecting rods were forged steel. It was also installed in the Limited 5. Dodge Caravan Lee Iacocca and Hal Sperlich had conceived their idea for this type of vehicle during their earlier tenure at Ford Motor Company. Try changing the fuel filter. Revisions to the Mitsubishi V-6 upped its output to 142 hp 106 kW that same year, and in 1990 a new 150 hp 110 kW 3.
Excellent Do-everything Vehicle β My 1985 Dodge B150 Royal passenger van has been the best vehicle I've owned. With a bed length measuring 81. Throw away the Lean Burn computer and save the distributor for what few spare parts it has. You can't get more than a certain amount of torque out of the engine at a given number of revs. Fuel pressure was regulated by a vacuum-controlled pressure regulator, located on the return side of the second fuel rail. Dodge used the van body for the front end of its 1973β1978 cube-vans usually with dual rear axles and heavy-duty 1-Ton suspensions.
The Dodge division of Chrysler produced three different trucks for the 1985 model year: the Ram, the Ramcharger and the Ram 50. The driver seating position is extremely good. Chrysler introduced the Dodge Caravan and the Plymouth Voyager in November 1983 for the 1984 model year, using the Chrysler S platform, an extended derivative of the Chrysler K platform. The gas tank is huge, holding 34 gallons. The new rockers also had a higher ratio: 1. When you go up the hill, it's almost impossible to go up the hill in high gear like 10 on a 10 speed. A 4-barrel carburetor was mated to a high-rise, dual plane intake manifold feeding high-flow cylinder heads that are still considered among the best of that era.
B250 models could have the optional dinette seating, where the front bench seat flip over to face the rear one. Additionally, the first generation's side door was mounted back several inches, using a fixed panel between the passenger's side front door and the side door, allowing for more access to the side door without interfering with the front passenger's seat. The armrests are actually in the right place for once and if feels a lot like driving in a Barcalounger. Big-block V8 engines included the 400 inΒ³ 1979-1980 and the 440 inΒ³ 1979-1980. Its block was bored out to 4. The Dodge has been exceptionally reliable. The cylinder block remained basically the same.
The 1968-'71 340's compression ratio was 10. The short nose, compared with Ford and Chevy gives the Dodge a superior turning radius and excellent visibility which is perhaps why they are the number one choice of airport shuttle companies across America. New for 1985 was the Ram-Trac transfer case: a system that allowed the driver to shift in and out of four-wheel drive while traveling at high speeds. The instruments are simple and functional and the visibility is excellent. I've also had that same van stall when an O-ring in the distributer got bungled up, presumably from spraying the engine with a pressurized hose.
I did upgrade the air conditioner in 1999 when the compressor failed. The only warnings I have regarding the Dodge van is the optional sliding side door. With the Sprinter, Chrysler shifted from American-style full-sized vans in favor of more fuel-efficient European-style models. The engine at 200,000 miles has required no internal work at all, only routine maintenance. As far as the engine goes 5.
All generations of the B-series van feature similar construction, with only small variation from era to era. The most pronounced changes were to the front fenders, hood, grille, and bumpers, which tended to follow their full-size counterparts in each era. The Chrysler Magnum engines are a series of V6, V8, and V10 powerplants used in a number of motor vehicles, as well as in marine and industrial applications. When was the last time you had it serviced? The Ram nameplate replaced both previous names in 1979. The intake and exhaust valves were located at the top of each combustion chamber. Although the pre-Magnum '71-'92 and Magnum versions of the 360 cu in 5.
Safety features consisted of 3-point seat belts for the front two passengers, with simple lap belts for the rear five. Dodge Ram van Overview Manufacturer 1971β1998 1998β2003 Production 1971β2003 Assembly , Canada Body and chassis 3-door 4-door 3-door 4-door Chronology Predecessor Successor The Dodge B series was a range of that were produced by from 1971 to 2003. The resulting engine was somewhat improved as to power and efficiency, and the 5. The Ram Van, which was a cargo van, was also available in a passenger van version known as the Dodge Ram Wagon. You might want an expert to look at it, and I suggest sooner rather than later in case ongoing damage is being done. The 1985 Dodge 360 is a part of the 1975 to 88 Dodge 360 engine line. Truck had a burglar alarm system but was not wired thru ignition system but removed it anyway.