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> OT 2004 Hemi Durango, anyone got one?
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post Dec 25 2003, 05:08 PM
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My truck is starting to worry me again, and I've spent way too much money on repairs in the last 4000 miles, so I'm thinking about a 2004 Dodge Durango with a Hemi in it. Has anyone got one? If so, what are your initial thoughts. Since they were just introduced Nov. 15, I know there won't be any long-term info.

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post Dec 25 2003, 05:26 PM
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Sean,
Although the Durango has a HEMI...it is nothing like the new 67 HEMI GTX I owned when I lived in INDY. It came with 14.5:1 CR and dual quads. I made more money on the street (38th and Fall Creek) near the old T/P Resturant...with that car...street racing in Indy was huge from early 63- 70's...I am very fond of those muscle car years there....many memories...

Remember...never by a first year car...too many bugs to work out...if you need a truck...get a truck...
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post Dec 25 2003, 06:16 PM
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my dad used to have a 64 Plymouth factory lightweight car he used to run at IRP & 38/fall creek! My mom used to drive a 69 Z28 a little later. They both were fast. Dad used to tape a $100 bill to the dash (this is 1964, 65) and tell the guy if you can grab it you can have it LOL. Never lost one!

I've got a Range Rover now, so, really I need a new SUV. I'm not totally afraid of the new car, first year thing. I get employee pricing and really I'm afraid of getting stranded this winter in the damn Lucas Electrical system truck.

I was gonna buy an 03 Durango last feb, but one of the salesman let the cat out of the bag about the Hemi and I waited. I've driven the truck and it's nice AND it gets better mileage than the RR.
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post Dec 25 2003, 06:16 PM
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Yeah.. I'm not quite sure why you want a Durango style vehicle (buy a new Dodge truck and install a shell on it if you need storage/hauling. Buy a crew cab. I love the look of the new Dodge trucks. Fords look good also. I think Chevy struck out. The look doesnt do it for me.


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post Dec 25 2003, 06:18 PM
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I want inside storage for shit. I HATE truck beds. When I had one before it was EVERYONE's garbage can, and, well the weather here can suck for 6 months or so, so I like taking things like Christmas gifts and whatnot in a dry/warm atmosphere.
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post Dec 25 2003, 06:27 PM
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I pack everything into the into the back seat area.. the bed does become a trash can (but wouldnt with a topper) Last time I checked the Durango had terrible visibilty (cant see past the A pillar) makes intersections fun. Does Dodge offer anything the size of a Tahoe or Surbanban ? The Durango (for me) still screams MINI TRUCK.

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post Dec 25 2003, 06:32 PM
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Dood. It's brand new this year. It's longer than the RR, but a tad narower inside. It's a good size for me. It'll take a full size sheet of plywood/drywall inside laying flat.
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post Dec 25 2003, 06:34 PM
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I havent seen them yet. I figured it was bigger. Can you get it with 20's on it ?


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post Dec 25 2003, 06:40 PM
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I asked the dealer. Cause the Ram trucks have 20's. He didn't know. I'm not too sure about doing it. I think I fried my wheel bearings on the RR by putting on the 19's from the 03 RR. Is that possible in less than 6 months?
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post Dec 25 2003, 06:43 PM
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Wish they didn't make it look so much like a mini van with the new body...

Good strong trucks though, and bigger this year.

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post Dec 25 2003, 06:50 PM
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Yes. Steve nailed it. It looks like a bigger version of the Dodge Caravan (I know Sean wants to hear this..LOL)

I dont think your 19's helped the wheel bearings to fail. If the offset had changed ..I would think differently.


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post Dec 25 2003, 06:51 PM
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Have you seen the Viper powered truck ?? I mean real Viper engine.. not the last one they tried. Viper V10 and the 6 speed.

CRAZY fast truck.


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post Dec 25 2003, 06:54 PM
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Yep, show truck. (searching the brain...) Called something like a Venom or Serpant or ???? Grrrr, now I'm going to have to look it up...

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post Dec 25 2003, 06:55 PM
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what I was hoping for was valuable insight from an 04 owner. I knew I'd get "shoulda this and shoulda that" I like the way it looks. I like the hemi, sounds great. I like the way it drives. It gets better mileage than the RR, too. I was just curious if 200 miles down the road the sunroof falls offf or something. LOL
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post Dec 25 2003, 06:56 PM
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This one is on the sale literature that just arrived at the dealerships. Did they take a concept truck and make it real ??

This one has the look of the new RAM trucks but is V10 powered.

Pretty damn slick.


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post Dec 25 2003, 06:57 PM
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I sat in one at the Auto show here in Orlando last month. I wasn't impressed.

The inside seemed very cheap and plasticy

I obviously didn't drive one around the convention hall floor, but I probably won't go look at them again unless they improve the inside a bit.
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post Dec 25 2003, 06:58 PM
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I think they did more then one... Here is one of them:

http://www.edmunds.com/news/conceptcarspot...64/article.html

Going to be selling my V8 Dakota soon. Need something a little bigger for the enclosed trailer. (Shameless Plug) 1995 SLT, V8, 50k miles, Auto, 4 wheel ABS, Rear Locker, Tow package, 2002 Wheels, Topper, all options. 7 grand range due to one rear fender that deserves a better repair and the beginnings of typical 90s paint flaking on the roof........

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post Dec 25 2003, 07:00 PM
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QUOTE(Brad Roberts @ Dec 25 2003, 04:56 PM)
This one is on the sale literature that just arrived at the dealerships. Did they take a concept truck and make it real ??

This one has the look of the new RAM trucks but is V10 powered.

Pretty damn slick.


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Yep, looks like they went to limited production.

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post Dec 25 2003, 07:02 PM
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yeah, Karl, the interior materials aren't the same as the RR, but they aren't GM plasticy. I know Dodge builds tough trucks. That damn RR is turning into a big money pit and it's pissing me off.
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post Dec 25 2003, 07:03 PM
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Sean.. these are 914 owners. I'm doubting highly that anyone on this particular BBS has a new 04 Durango to give you "valuable information" on.

The above "statement" will bring them out of the woodwork if they exist on this site.

Buy a real truck. You will need something to haul tires/wheels in and the back of a Dodge Caravan isnt going to cut it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/mueba.gif)


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