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    Image of that ain't the way to have fun, son that ain't the way to have fun, son
    11/04/09

    In reply to The New New Chrysler: Update #2
    The only thing wrong with the Dakota was they didn't have the convertible in the extended-cab version.

    That, and it arrived on the scene about ten years before mid-size pickups replaced the compact variety, permanently. #chrysler
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    Image of quayzar quayzar
    11/04/09

    @I was drivin' that Model A: I always preferred the Mitsubishi and Jeep trucks the Dakota killed off so I gained a rather negative view of that badge after that. I know it was to stop sales cannibalisation which makes good sense but if anything they should have rebranded the Comanche as a Dodge as it was superior to the Dakota of the time and looked better too. #chrysler
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    Image of that ain't the way to have fun, son that ain't the way to have fun, son
    11/05/09

    @quayzar: Yeah, but Jeep pickups never seemed to catch on.

    Radically different consumers...of, well, most everything, Jeep owners vs. pickup owners. #chrysler
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    Image of bzr bzr
    11/04/09

    In reply to The New New Chrysler: Update #2
    Great, now I get to complain that I liked LeMons before they sold out to corporate shills. #chrysler
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    Image of mechimike mechimike
    11/04/09

    In reply to The New New Chrysler: Update #2
    Factory-sponsored LeMons teams? What is this, the first of April? #chrysler
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    Image of Jamesface Jamesface
    11/04/09

    @mechimike: They mean they'll be adding so many incentives that you can drive a brand-new Caliber off the lot for $500. #chrysler
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    11/04/09

    @Jamesface: Yet still lose to BMWs #chrysler
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    Image of Vexorg Vexorg
    11/04/09

    @mechimike: Does this mean we can put 'em down for Nonsorship in all of next year's races? #chrysler
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    11/05/09

    @Vexorg: Yeah, I imagine they'll want "REDACTED" stickers. #chrysler
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    11/05/09

    @Jamesface: Still overpriced. #chrysler
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    Image of allenparkpete allenparkpete
    11/04/09

    In reply to The New New Chrysler: Update #2
    My name is Ram; my tank is full.............which means I have gas. #chrysler
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    Image of oldgraygeek oldgraygeek
    11/04/09

    In reply to The New New Chrysler: Update #2
    The only thing wrong with the Dakota is that they should have put a Hemi in it.
    Oh, and the handling, and the weight, and the ugliness... #chrysler
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    Image of Ring of Feugo Ring of Feugo
    11/04/09

    @oldgraygeek: interior quality, residual value, styling.... #chrysler
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    11/04/09

    @D'Chevette: And they dropped the convertable. #chrysler
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    Image of dculberson dculberson
    11/04/09

    In reply to The New New Chrysler: Update #2
    Oh no! You're a twitter shitter!

    [www.penny-arcade.com] #chrysler
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    Image of FTGDWolverineEdition'09 FTGDWolverineEdition'09
    11/04/09

    In reply to The New New Chrysler: Update #2
    BTW, the Canadians just said:
    "Chicken pox through Kindergarten"
    and
    "Peanut butter and Jelly"

    I am not joking. #chrysler
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    Image of Van Sarockin, rogue trebuchet Van Sarockin, rogue trebuchet
    11/04/09

    In reply to The New New Chrysler: Update #2
    Good for them for continuing to race, and even to branch out. And for working to put out new and improved product. This might still work. Fingers crossed for a return of the mighty MoPAR days. #chrysler
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    Image of Skunky Skunky
    11/04/09

    In reply to The New New Chrysler: Update #2
    The phrase "Going to the bathroom!" isn't so bad, but if he starts sending "Wow, asparagus really DOES do that!" Then it's time to unsubscribe. #chrysler
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    11/04/09

    In reply to The New New Chrysler: Update #2
    I do like Chrysler re-organization Wednesdays. Gives me something to do till I get off work. Plus I finally gave in and joined twatter. Thanks to Ray, Chrysler and the Italians.

    [twitter.com] #chrysler
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    Image of abgwin abgwin
    11/04/09

    In reply to The New New Chrysler: Update #2
    Can you just please state once and for all that the 500 will be sold as a FIAT and not as a Chrysler so the PG-13 crowd around here can go back to study hall and STFU? #chrysler
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    Image of Ray Wert Ray Wert
    11/04/09

    @abgwin: It appears as though it'll be branded as a Fiat but sold in Chrysler dealerships in urban areas. #chrysler
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    Image of BaronFeardie BaronFeardie
    07/07/09

    In reply to Grassroots Motorsports Competitor Builds AWD Hybrid Fiero
    First, it's an '88 Formula, which means if it's the original engine is a 2.8 V6, and not the 2.5 four banger. Second, Car & Driver magazine actually built a Honda CRX, with a second CRX powertrain in the rear, ala Fiero, and made one gonzo, over the top all wheeel drive car. They di say the hard part was getting both engines to respond in sync., and paid some really talented people a bunch of money to make it happen.
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    10/28/09

    @BaronFeardie: Second, Car & Driver magazine actually built a Honda CRX, with a second CRX powertrain in the rear, ala Fiero, and made one gonzo, over the top all wheeel drive car.

    There was (is?) a company that would put an extra Northstar V8 in the trunk of a 90s Cadillac Eldorado, driving the rear wheels.

    They also mentioned issues with syncing the engines, but I believe in the end they decided not to worry about it-- as long as one engine isn't way overpowering the other, it works itself out. If one end loses traction and starts to rev too high, the other end will likely upll/push it to better traction. #hybridpontiacfiero
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    Image of SeanKHotay SeanKHotay
    07/07/09

    In reply to Grassroots Motorsports Competitor Builds AWD Hybrid Fiero
    I'm waiting for the Grassroots Motorsports $3000 Challenge to build a really wild ride...
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    Image of discontinuuity has left the Jalop until further notice discontinuuity has left the Jalop until further notice
    07/07/09

    In reply to Grassroots Motorsports Competitor Builds AWD Hybrid Fiero
    Pretty cool. I've thought of doing this with a Toyota MR-2 and a forklift motor or two. I did not know there was an electric S-10 though.
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    Image of something_unique_and_descriptive something_unique_and_descriptive
    07/07/09

    In reply to Grassroots Motorsports Competitor Builds AWD Hybrid Fiero
    This isn't a Hybrid, it's an e-4WD system.


    A Hybrid uses a combination of ICE and electric motor to drive the same wheels. e-4WD uses an ICE to drive one set of wheels and an electric motor to drive the other set, thus negating the need to run a driveshaft the length of the car.

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