Just a quick update in case anybody is watching or later reads this build thread.
2001 Dakota R/T 2wd
360 magnum 8.25-8.75 compression
46RE tranny
4.10 gears in the rear
3" long tube spintech headers
3" spintech duel exhaust X pipe
58mm TB
1.7 rockers
m1 intake manifold (2bbl) I also have a 4bbl in the garage
8mm JBA spark wires
Stock port/polished magnum heads
180 stat
MSD coil
No slack tension pulley
I plan to buy the following:
Duration @ .050 218 / 226 LSA 114 camshaft from PIE ($450)
2500 stall converter( $600)
MS tuner ($1.1k)
T-70 turbo charger ($650)
42 LB ford injectors ($439)
Front mount (Goona look in junk yard, $350 other wise)
.600 springs ($10)
new seals($15)
Forged pistons, rods, crank: ($800)
deep sump oil pan ($350) Optional
Fuel pump/ fuel pressure regulator (suggestions welcomed) (will i need a return line?)
Wideband O2 sensor ($180)
Boost gauge ($70)
Fuel pressure gauge ($36)
piping($150)
Cleaning of spare 360 lock ($150)Okay without the MS tuner, I’m looking at about 3.3k which I have right now!
Okay, now my question is. TRACTION!
Do the caltracs really work that well on the Dakotas? What tire size should i run with this setup, how can I achieve the best traction possible? I guess im asking, what would be good for the street and what slicks for the strip.
