Chrysler provided a new heavy-duty four-speed automatic transmission with an auxiliary transmission cooler and high-stall-speed torque converter with 3. Speed bumps are kind of interesting, the front wheels move over smoothly, and then the rear seems to leap off the road. In 1996, the Dakota entered the final year of its first generation, looking very much like the first 1987 model — now clearly different from the revolutionary 1993 styling. She is currently a regular cab shortbed with P235's. I can't wait to get rid of it. The Dakota would eventually get both a V8 and a convertible version.
Factors that will affect your rate include your age, marital status, credit history, driving record, and the garaging address of your vehicle. Under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988, the content, organization, graphics, design, compilation, magnetic translation, digital conversion and other matters related to the automobile-catalog. Power steering became standard; and fleet buyers could get natural gas versions of the V8 on some models. In 1996, this version produced 200 hp and 250 lb-ft of torque, with a gasoline-equivalent gas mileage of 11 city, 14 highway. With the standard transmission, chirping and even smoking tires into fourth gear isn't hard.
Powertrain A new five-speed manual transmission was standard, with a three-speed TorqueFlite automatic available with the V6. At 40psi the sidewalls still roll too much and contribute to rather unsteady cornering. Mounting a 2 way radio requires the removal of the ash tray. We had a challenge on the V-6 because the crank-pins had to be split in order to get away from the very unequal firing if we had only 3 crankpins, each crankpin having two of the connecting rods as is V-8 practice. In 1993, a new manual transmission was made available for easier shifting.
This engine would be replaced in 1989 by a long-stroke version, the 2. They wanted full-size power in a mid-size package. Bolt on hooks and replace air dam. The throttle works well with so much power on tap. It was a new idea in light trucks. The Dakota was supposed to have most of the fun-to-drive aspects of a compact pickup and good fuel efficiency, with most of the utility and ruggedness of a full-sized pickup.
Dodge claimed a 0-60 time of 8. Except as expressly authorized by automobile-catalog. Strap clips are required in this position. Besides the reliability and good value for the money, Dakota owners love the solidity of the pickup, particularly that it takes hits and bumps and never flinches. They used a manually operated top. The 318 was, for this one year only, producing 170 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque. The truck became a success, finally offering the true benefits of the mid-size vehicle.
Power front ventilated disc and rear self-adjusting drum brakes stopped the truck. Optional brakes boosted rear drums to 10 x 2. This is the estimated average annual insurance premium being charged in your state. Cross winds on the highway seem to sneak up on you. The Club Cab was available with four wheel drive; the hood was extended to fit the V8 engine, and the front appearance was upgraded somewhat. Beware, some dates may be off due to mid- year changes. The Dakota grew again in 1990, with the addition of Club Cab models; the cab was extended by 18 inches to make the addition of two standard forward-facing seats possible.
Sept 9, 1995 Now at 25,000 the truck still runs like new. I'm also looking for performance parts for it so if you know of some good websites let me know. No tow hooks are available from the factory. Sales fell somewhat from 1988, but remained strong compared with other Dodge trucks. I have driven my truck for 12,500 miles in the first 8 months.
The body used the same box floor and powertrain choices, except for the four-cylinder, which went from a 2. The 1996 four-cylinder was unique to that year. Find your 1991 Dodge Dakota repair manual right now at Chilton. I found that if you remove the stock jack, the jack storage area can hold almost all the tools you will need on the trail. A lot of complaints center around the exterior paint peeling and flaking off. The first mule, according to this source, used a Chevrolet S10 body shell. Reproduction of part or all of the contents of this web-site in any form is prohibited and may not be recopied and shared with a third party.
This mark can be judged from the bumper bracket. The now-tried-and-tested was adapted for rear wheel drive; its 96 horsepower was not exceptional for its class, but its 121 lb-ft of torque was and was needed for the added weight. Off road, the low 42:1 low range first gear ratio make for easy climbs and very slow ground speed. I tend to start in second often. Manual transmissions had to have a clutch-starter interlock.