09-01-2002 - 4X4 Quad Video Area 2 - 1 of 5

Thumbs Of 340x240 Video Clip

With this update.. it's your turn to come along and see how your 4x4 truck handles what this particular "pile of sand" has to throw your way.

We hope you all enjoy the sound track as well as the clip.. which is just the first in a series of 5. Yeah you guessed it.. we're saving the best video clip for last.

You'll find it here: http://www.dqcog.com/index/video/4x4/index.htm

09-13-2002 - Dakota Engine Diagnostics

We begin our technical section by taking a brief look at OB-1 & OB11 history followed by the beginning of the best explanation you are going to find on our trucks diagnostic systems... the PCM or power control module.

Knowing how the PCM works and what it does is a Quad owners first steps in diagnosing engine and powertrain problems.. how to maintain top performance.. and when the time comes knowing what performance parts will work best.. and what will be just a waste of money.

Included in this update are the OB-11 DTC Chrysler / Dodge error codes. For those who plan on getting a diagnostic scan tool.. or just knowing what "service" is talking about. We take a look at what is with out a doubt.. the best scan tool for diagnosing your trucks problems. It's just a shame you can't buy one.

So whether your Dakota has the 3.9 six cylinder engine.. the 4.7 or 5.9 fuel injected V-8 cylinder powerhouses.. this section will put you on the right track.. you'll find it all it here: http://www.dqcog.com/index/tech/diagnostic/index.htm

Thumbs Of High Resolution Images included in this update

P.S. We didn't forget about the 4x4 Videos.. as not to put up videos.. back to back.. "Dances With Sand".. the trilogy.. will be online by the end of the month.

Also look for some high quality pictures in the Eye-Candy Section and.. what one Quad owner sent in.. talk about some wild ass seat covers.. coming up.. soon.

09-20-2002 - A New Look / A New Location / And An Update

What's New On DQCog Site.. will now reside here in this section.

In order to give our site a more dynamic look and a neater graphic interface..

You can can now jump directly and quickly to the newest update on the site.. with out having to enter the forums.. just by clicking the image on the left hand side of the DQCog Navigator.

A description of the newest update will be found in this section

To check what's new on the site with out logging on to the members section.. members can visit this section to review a brief text and mini picture description of the current update.

And We Even Managed To Squeeze In A New Update

On our newest update to our site.. we take a look at what may have "baffled" a number of new Dakota owners the first time they took a look searching for the oil filter.. The front engine base compartment shield!

In preparation for a few upcoming articles.. it was decide that we should walk you you through a step by step test and picture guide on how to remove and replace this shield with out busting it all up.. or having to run out and get new fasteners.

In future articles you'll see exactly why removing this shield is necessary.

Go here to see it: http://www.dqcog.com/index/garage/engine/shield.htm

09-29-2002 - 4x4 / Dances With Sand
The Trilogy

Video 1 320 x 240, 721 Frames, 24.001 Frames/Sec, 130 KB/Sec / 3.82 MB PCM,22,050 Hz, 8 Bit, Stereo

Video 2 320 x 240, 472 Frames, 24.001 Frames/Sec, 174 KB/Sec / 3.4 MB PCM,22,050 Hz, 8 Bit, Stereo

Video 3 320 x 240, 436 Frames, 24.001 Frames/Sec, 109 KB/Sec / 1.94 MB PCM,22,050 Hz, 8 Bit, Stereo

This trilogy of clips.. confirm the repeatability of performance and control one can expect from their Dakota Quad Cab. Though some of you may not have the desire.. or the right place to "dance with your baby".. you are sure to enjoy the videos and the knowledge of owning the ultimate multi-purpose vehicle ever made.. I know I do!

And as of today's update.. non 4x4 DQCog members.. don't have an excuse not to view the movies because the file downloads are to large. We have "shrank" the new clips to 1/3 their sizes using "the new technology".

So enjoy the.. 340 x 240 large videos.. the "driving" stereo music.. because as we make room for new movies.. they ain't always going to be there!

Go There Directly

Warning.. Don't try this stuff at home..
you'll make a mess of your house!

Coming Up.. You Don't Want To Miss This One!

One of the last video clip in this series will be out in Oct or Nov. You sure don't want to miss this one. We take the Quad through the most extreme terrain area.. where even Land Rovers get trapped and fear to tread.. to find out if the the 4x4 Dakota has got what it takes.. or not!

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