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Misfitracing
Dodge Dakota
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1/01/2003
16:48:32
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I need to find out if the info I have been getting is true. I was told that Jeep makes a 2.5 magnum that will mount in my Dakota... true?
I am being told that it will use stock motor mounts and use my bellhousing.....true?
Steve H.
Misfit Motorsports
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757-714-1987
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FastRT6Dakota
Dodge Dakota
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1/01/2003
17:29:04
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Well, I'm not quite sure, but if Jeep used Dodge magnum style motors, it should physically bolt up. However, if Jeep has it's own line of magnums, based off of the 4.0L I-6, then I think there may be a fitment problem, as the new daks are designed with a V-motor in mind. Truthfully, if you are looking to add more power to your four popper, an engine swap would be the way to go. I know everyone will probably tell you this, but here it goes. If you're willing to do the work to swap in a new engine, its worth it to go with either a 6 or 8 in place of your 4cyl. It would cost nearly the same to adapt the jeep parts to your dak, your gas mileage may actually increase with the V6, depending on your driving habits, and the aftermarket parts scene is much more friendly for the 3.9/5.2/5.9L line. Just a thought. Take care and good luck.
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Misfitracing
Dodge Dakota
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1/01/2003
17:41:18
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I am racing a Dakota, and we run 4 cycl, I wish I could get away with a 6 or 8, but the officals might be able to tell the difference... LOL!
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TigerDak
Dodge Dakota
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1/01/2003
19:33:23
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What type of racing are you involved in?
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Misfitracing
Dodge Dakota
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1/01/2003
22:00:50
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We race a 1987 Dodge Dakota in a divsion called Super Mini Trucks, here in Va at Langley Speedway (langleyspeedway.com check out the rules) and we are the only Dodge running out there period. We have been trying to find some kind of sponsorship with Dodge, but to no luck!
We are looking to find some more hp this coming year, and we heard about the Jeep 2.5 magnum as a chance to find a bigger chance of performance parts and get us to the front!.
Steve H.
Misfit Motorsports
nozzlnut@yahoo.com
757-714-1987
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mpil1
GenIII
1/01/2003
23:20:50
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Yes, I have read from others on a number of posts on this site that the 2.5L in the Jeeps is the same as those used in the Dak.
Mpil1
'02 SXT CC, 3.9L, 5-spd, 4x4, Trac-Loc...Not enough Mods Yet!!!
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Misfitracing
Dodge Dakota
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1/01/2003
23:54:49
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i am now looking for a 2.5 magnum, any ideas?
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TigerDak
Dodge Dakota
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1/02/2003
10:23:24
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That cool you run on old Generation I dakota. If Dodge Motorsports would get back into offroad racing, I'd be tempted to build up my truck to compete. But instead its Ford that is big into this, so we built a Bronco II.
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TigerDak
Dodge Dakota
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1/02/2003
10:26:52
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I'd like to see some pics of your '87 racer!
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4wDakota
GenIII
1/02/2003
11:31:06
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Hey misfitracing. Look under the 4cyl members board under "Is it really an L" Tom slick has one for sale.
98 CC 4x4, 5.2 Auto 3.55LSD
3" Body Lift, 1" Torsion Bar Lift, 33" BFG A/T KO's
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b1llyw
DakotaEnthusiast
1/02/2003
12:29:47
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I believe there have been two different 2.5 motors in the Dakota. 96 and earlier used a 2.5 based off the old 2.2 motor. 97 and up use the Jeep-based 2.5 motor.
If you are looking for performance parts, aren't there a whole bunch for the 2.2 motor?
Bill White - 2002 QC 4x4, SLT , 4.7, 5 spd, 3.92 9.25, 1995 Dakota CC, 4x2, SLT, 318, 5 spd, 3.55 8.25
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Misfitracing
Dodge Dakota
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1/02/2003
13:35:10
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There are a ton of 2.2 parts... just that they are all set up for side mount motors.
We cant even find a header for this truck, had to fab one, also no aftermarket intakes like the clifford for it either...
How do I post a pic of the truckor is that for memebers? I will send anyone pics
Steve H
nozzlnut@yahoo.com
757-714-1987
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mpil1
GenIII
1/02/2003
14:18:53
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Misfitracing,
You have to have the pic stored on the internet somewhere, like a yahoo pictures accout or something like that. Once its online, just type in here (replacing [] with <>):
[img src="URL of your picture"]
and it will show up. Anyone can post a pic, not just members.
Mpil1
'02 SXT CC, 3.9L, 5-spd, 4x4, Trac-Loc...Not enough Mods Yet!!!
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TigerDak
Dodge Dakota
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1/02/2003
16:59:47
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Send me some pics misfitracing:
slnhn@mail.com
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Tom Slick
GenII
1/02/2003
17:40:57
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The 2.5L in the Dakotas is the same one as in the Jeeps... I just happen to have a 2.5L 4-popper from a 2000 Dakota with only 38k miles on it, that is for sale.... along with the AX-15 5-speed manual tranny, too, also for sale...
I'd be glad to answer your questions about the 2.5L's.... there are performance parts available for them...
Later!
Tom "Slick"
96 Dakota Sport 5.2 RC SB
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b1llyw
DakotaEnthusiast
1/02/2003
18:17:43
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But Tom, isn't the Gen III 2.5 a different motor than the 2.5 in the Gen II and earlier Dakotas?
Bill White - 2002 QC 4x4, SLT , 4.7, 5 spd, 3.92 9.25, 1995 Dakota CC, 4x2, SLT, 318, 5 spd, 3.55 8.25
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Tom Slick
GenII
1/03/2003
00:37:05
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The easiest way to tell if it is a Jeep 2.5L, is to look at the intake manifold.... it should almost look like a "C" in shape... plus the valve cover looks a lot like the Jeep 4.0L valve cover...
I can't remember right off-hand what year they went with the Jeep 2.5L, but I will check on it tomorrow at the shop...
Later!
Later!
Tom "Slick"
96 Dakota Sport 5.2 RC SB
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