My 92 Dakota back country rig build
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I had a 98 dakota extended cab with the 318. I had 2 " of lift from cranking the bars, and putting an inch tall spacer in the back. I fit 33's on it and had WAAG brushguard, taillight guards and side steps on it. I loved that truck. I wish I still owned it. The only issue I had with it was, 1. the transmission filter would clog easily causing odd shifts etc. and 2. ball joints were sized for a neon, not a 4x4 truck. Other than that, the truck was great.
Just a quick update. Have made a few improvements/upgrades. I upgraded the 55 watt bulbs in my Hellas to the 100 watt bulbs. I swapped out the rear halogen spot light for a 1200 lumens led. What a difference it makes. I also picked up an AGM battery with both top and side mount from work. Its the Oreillys house brand equivelant of the Optima. 
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elpoffroad
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Loving the little details you have put on the Dakota. Keep us updated.
A quick update on the Kota. I got my second battery installed in the rear bed. I also acquired a rack from some scrap metal at work. I cleaned it up and put a couple coats of Rustoleum flat black paint. It holds 1 5-gallon and 1 6-gallon water can and a 2 and 5 gallon fuel can. It attaches to the roof mounted rack and is quick disconnect. I am definetly building this on a budget. Here are a couple of pics. I also finally got the Spectre Air intake installed. 
Once i have a warm day i will get actual pics of the rack mounted on the roof. I will also get a few of the intake tomorrow.
Once i have a warm day i will get actual pics of the rack mounted on the roof. I will also get a few of the intake tomorrow.
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Ok a quick update. I had to rebuild both front and rear driveshafts within the last 2 months. I also picked up a receiver mounted tire carrier for the long trips out. Gives me a place for the spare or for the second one once I pick it up. Here's a couple pics of it.
The carrier fits good w the fuel can mount as well. Im hoping to pick up another mount soon.
The carrier fits good w the fuel can mount as well. Im hoping to pick up another mount soon.
And todays.
I try to get pics but sometimes I get sidetracked w the beautiful scenery and backcountry. Definitely thankful to our creator. We also recently added a female yellow lab pup to the family. Today was her first trip out. We all had a great time. Definitely nice to build memories w the kids.
I try to get pics but sometimes I get sidetracked w the beautiful scenery and backcountry. Definitely thankful to our creator. We also recently added a female yellow lab pup to the family. Today was her first trip out. We all had a great time. Definitely nice to build memories w the kids.
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I picked up a 20 inch led light bar and got it installed. What a difference it makes at night. Definitely brighter than the old Hellas. I also got a swing out tire carrier off of a Bronco II. Probably need to do some modifications for it to work. But for 20.00 I can't complain. Here's a couple pics.
View attachment 396837View attachment 396838A couple pics of the carrier. Hope to get it mounted this week. Planning to head out overnight this weekend.
Absolutely. My work schedule now gives me more time off so I can get out and enjoy the natural beauty here. Planning to head out this weekend.