Is anyone running a 4.7L???
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My 02 Durango 4wd with 4.7 has over a100k and still runs like a champ. Runs circles around the 93 Ramcharger with 5.2 I had. That was a DOG compared to my 4.7. Never have to add oil between changes, no sludging. Haven't checked mileage lately, but have gotten 20mpg many times on trips. Have towed my 6800 lb. travel trailer many times and though it is max weight for the 4.7, it will do the job (not recommending it). 5.2 Ramcharger REALLY struggled with the travel trailer.
And yes, the exhaust manifold bolts are crap, but mine were dowsed with salt every winter for 10 years, so....
That said, I would agree it is not a great choice for a swap into an a-body. There are too many other and better choices. But my 4.7 in a pretty heavy SUV with 4wd still runs like a scalded cat. :cheers:
Go to the Durango/Dakota blogs for more info.