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| Author: | razorbackram [ Tue Feb 09, 2010 9:21 pm ] |
| Post subject: | 86 Dodge Ram - Slant 6 (new member, new to dodge, new to /6) |
I just bought this '86 Slant Six Ram. It's all original, in pristine condition, and needs a little pep under the hood. You guys are the experts on the Slant6, where do I start. I want a little more power, but want to keep the truck fairly true to its origins. I haven't had an old truck since I was a kid, and I'm excited about my new rig! 
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| Author: | Reed [ Tue Feb 09, 2010 10:34 pm ] |
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Welcome! VERY nice truck! Probably the first upgrade you should do would be to remove the computer controlled ignition and/or carburetor and replace them with a standard electronic ignition and noncomputerized carburetor. Converting from the lean-burn computerized system to a standard Chrysler electronic ignition system is discussed here. It is also very simple, in my experience simpler, actually, to convert to an HEI system as discussed here. By this time, the catalytic converter on your truck is most likely clogged, if it is original. If you don't have to pass a visual smog inspection, then you may consider removing the converter from your system. This will help the exhaust system flow better and will improve fuel economy and power. Getting rid of the lean-burn computerized system will be a significant step forward. After that, the usual tricks of changing carburetors, exhaust pipe diameter, camshafts, etc... apply. Frankly, for a truck, I would recommend staying on the conservative side of carburation and camshaft selection. I wouldn't go bigger than a stock two barrel manifold and a 350 CFM carb. You might be perfectly happy staying with a one barrel carb as well. Do lots of research before you start making modifications willy-nilly. The search button is your friend, as the topic of engine buildups has been covered many times before. Remember, you want low end torque, not high-rpm horsepower. Don't go nuts with high flow carbs and big lift cams. |
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| Author: | Fopar [ Tue Feb 09, 2010 11:04 pm ] |
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Move the curser over the word "here" at the end of the secpnd paragraph to find out what Reed was trying to show you. That will underline the word, then left click. |
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| Author: | jason white [ Wed Feb 10, 2010 6:07 am ] |
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that truck is gorgeous |
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| Author: | razorbackram [ Wed Feb 10, 2010 10:14 am ] |
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Thanks, guys. Guess it's time to start reading, learning, and finding parts. I'll let you know how things progress. |
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| Author: | 65 dartman [ Wed Feb 10, 2010 11:01 am ] |
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Welcome and nice truck! I just picked up an 87 short bed from my step grandson which was sort of converted to electronic ignition. After the 3 ft of snow melts, I'll be able to get in to it and finish the job. |
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| Author: | coconuteater64 [ Wed Feb 10, 2010 1:55 pm ] |
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That rig is gorgeous! One more suggestion for the HEI conversion- replace the usual tune up stuff while you're at it. Plugs and wires, cap and rotor, and that HEI conversion will maximize its potential. I have an 84 Miser and I can tell you removing the cats and the Lean Burn gave me an amazing boost in power and gas mileage, a win-win situation. I doubt the removal of the cats made any environmental impact, since it ran like crap before and runs like a new one now. |
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| Author: | wvenable [ Wed Feb 10, 2010 6:31 pm ] |
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Welcome! Does she have a sister? 
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| Author: | turboram [ Thu Feb 11, 2010 1:03 pm ] |
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Nice looking truck 
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| Author: | Rob Simmons [ Fri Feb 12, 2010 5:27 am ] |
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That's one beautiful truck! I hope to find something similar when I get back to the states. Welcome to the Forum! Tons and tons of great information here. |
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| Author: | 66aCUDA [ Fri Feb 12, 2010 6:28 am ] |
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I sent you a PM (Private Message) with my contact info if you need help with your truck. Frank |
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| Author: | jason white [ Fri Feb 12, 2010 7:17 am ] |
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any pics of the interior or engine |
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