2000 Dodge Durango SLT Review COMPLETE - First Gen Durango
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- Опубліковано 17 лис 2024
- This is the 1st gen of the Durango! MY 2000 Dodge Durango SLT has the 4.7L V8 Magnum engine that was introduced back in the early 2000.
The Dodge Durango shares the same chassis and platform as the Dodge Dakota. This is the best cheapest V8 you can buy.
The Dodge Durango has the potential to be a great off roader.
Watch to see if this is the right SUV or V8 for you!
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I bought a used 2001 Durango SLT with the 360 5.9 Engine 245 hp. It was only 4 years old , had 47,000 miles. It wasbin perfect condition. It had every option except the sun roof. I had it for 5 years , only minor maintenance items. Towed a small trailer about once a month. Great in the winter with the 4wd. Best SUV I've ever owned. I wish i would have kept it.
Yep. These things are bad ass. And all these people that hate Dodge's never OWNED a Dodge
Im currently repairing the whole front suspension and just giving it some tic since its gotten to that point. Soon ill have a video of it soon.
@@ryanhell921 i have this exact 2000 durango, over 10 yrs constant work. driven as little as possible and it wont bring anything once i fix it again. junk.
This guy ain't lying. Get your cheap low milage gen1 Durangos while you still can. I sold my 2022 Ranger and got a 98 Durango with the 5.2L with 133k miles for $2700!!! Best car decision I ever made.
I got a 99 slt. Leather. Power seats, mirrors, ect. 5.2 v8 4x4. 119k.
An AR and $1000
I got a 99 slt. Leather. Power seats, mirrors, ect. 5.2 v8 4x4. 119k.
An AR and $1000
Another option as best overall buy was the steal i found last year. 2005 Suburban Z71 4x4 for just $2300. Runs and drives fine and 4x4 works with 19mpg. Crazy it gets better mpg than the smaller Durango. After finding that deal, i searched and found an 07 Yukon SLT 4x4 for just $2500 and bought it as well. Im still thinking about buying a 1st gen Durango just because. I want the 5.2 engine only.
100% brother
My durango was 2000$ with a 5.2 and I had it for 2 years now and it's a solid truck
I have an 02 4wd I bought 2 years ago. Gave $1500 at a used car lot with 175k. The only mechanical thing I’ve had to do was rebuild the clutch in the ac pump. It has the 4.7, the 4wd works great although it is the electronic on or off style. It is very peppy. I’m also 5’11” 295lbs and I’m comfortable driving it.
3 things I do recommended for anyone getting one. Be religious on oil changes. The other is swap the TCM for one out of a jeep. The 4speed auto in the Durango is the same as the 5 in a jeep. I gained 4mpg and got better shift points with firmer shifts. And change out lifters (lash adjusters)on any 4.7 with over 150k. They are a common failure point in these motors.
I’m so fond of my rig I’m working on a deal to get a 02 2wd 4.7 with a slight knock (I’m guessing lifter issue).
Thanks for the tip. I didn’t know about the Tcm for these trucks. I have to change the ball joints on mine and the wheel bearing since they are start to grind.
We still have our 2001 Durango 4x4 SLT. I was the second owner - bought it used back in 2004. I keep it going and replace things as needed. Just did an entire suspension replacement last month. Rides perfect.
how much did the suspension run you?
@@sergiocamacho3915 I did all the work myself - it was around $350 in parts. It wasn't easy removing 20+ year old rusted parts and I had to break out everything to get it done, but it drives much better now. I still need to get an allignment and new tires and it will be good to go.
I been wanting to buy a durango and I have been wondering do they leak oil and if it does is it a minimal amount?
@@ianheinz4689 It leaks a minimal amount - around the front seal and value covers. If the bolts for the value covers were not so small and rusted, I would re-do the value covers but I don't want to risk breaking a bolt for a minimal amount of oil leakage.
@@WeathermanMark1 Thats fair but thank you for answering I was unsure but now I am probably gonna get one
I bought my 98 Durango from the original owner w/ tip money from my 1st job. The best part is 10 years later she's still chugging along w/ very little issues.
I revived an 02 that sat for 5 years. Best decision ever. Enjoy it more than my 4th gen 4Runner
I love my Durango. Got a 360 and it’s 4x4 the things rips. I gotta say my only complaint is the mpg. But I knew that buying it bc my dad had one. Practically grew up in it. He’s had his since 2001 and my brother bought one as well. My dad’s is blue. My brothers is white and mine is red. Murica baby
That’s pretty cool that you guys have color combo going on. These are great truck and yeah the gas mpg sucks but they can take a beating for sure.
Tbh, any other V8 you will find, is going to get very similar, one of the reasons they are trying to phase V8's out to meet the BS global gov "climate change" nonsense. Problem is the V6 and V4's with the turbo can't touch it, once you get up to speed or towing anything, the mpg shoots down less than the V8's. However, I might need some tuning to adjust the fuel usage, monitor the short / long term fuel trim on an OBD II, good chance something like a vacuum leak, fuel pressure regulator ect, is making it use more fuel that it needs.
Yes for all the other competitors the dodge Durango is number one…
It’s really underrated
I have had two early 318 V8 models Durango's. They were great - the 3rd row seat model was very functional. The best year was 2003 when Dodge put disk brakes on the rear. If you can find a southern truck with no rust - you can drop in a new engine and transmission and have a great truck.
This truck has been reliable and very useful. When the engine gives out I’d like to swap in a 6.2l V8 supercharge hellcat motor and tranny. Someone has done it with a Dakota so I don’t see why it won’t fit in this beast.
We got a 03 ltd with 4x4 but with the 4.7 v8, it’s amazing and the transmission isn’t new but let the truck warm up before going and it’s fine scoped and cylinders clean too! Believe 98-03 were the years dodge was owned by Daimler-Chrysler before Kia bought it
What an excellent review! Thoroughly enjoyed this video
Glad you enjoyed the video!
I bought a 2000 Dodge Durango for $900. I fixed a couple little things and sold it. The guy sold it to you got a new car and sold me the Durango back for $500. So I bought the same Durango twice. I really like the first Gen. durangos I had an 2003 RT for years.
Really great SUV. Payed $300 for mine and another $1,300 to fix and pass inspection and it’s flawless since
@@secondhandspeed I just picked up a 01 for 1300 rust free. Now I'm getting ready to do an engine swap. No inspections here in Michigan. But I'm definitely hooked on the first Gen. Durangos.
i got a 2000. Just went over 200k miles. miner fixes here and there and it is a great vehicle.
They are great trucks. Mine needs upper ballpoints but I’m thinking of doing both. I’ll need bearing too so but they the truck will be 100 again
@@secondhandspeed Well worth it, fairly easy to do yourself as well, though you will need an alignment after, sadly.
I have a 01 durango. I'll be hitting 239000 miles this week.
Nice they run for a long time with proper oil changes and if you let them overheat
2000 slt 4.7 here ~ bought slightly used in 02, still going strong. Absolutely love them, meets everything I could want in a SUV 4x4. Thanks for highlighting them, been seeing more and more interest in them will all the restoration / build projects of the Land Cruisers and 4runners.
I have a 99 slt 5.9 and I’m just about too hit 100k passed on from my father. Seeing that these trucks are hitting over 200k is crazy
As much as I love this trucks, man the AC be going out so easily on these.
Mine never worked since I had it but I want to see if I can fix it
What’s usually the cause of the AC going out?
I can't get the air to come out of the vents just the defrost only.
@@thebustedbolt3044 it’s either a broken vent switch or you have a rats nest clogged in the vents somewhere
Their is a little wire under the passenger side dash I have to tap every now and again to get the blower to run. The blower only works on high
man im so nostalgic. It was my first car and i bought it when i came to usa in 2013. Got it for $1200 2002 with 4.8 all leather interior with heated front seats and around 160k miles. It drove so smooth on snowy roads. Still has special place in my heart
Good to hear. I just picked one up that is so clean it looks damn near new, the drivers seat isn't even worn looking. I definitely scored and after watching this I'm feeling even better about it 👍
This suv never let me down. Right now I have to replace a ball joint and it’ll be back on the road
@@secondhandspeedthere is a recall out for the ball joints. You should be able to take it to a dealer and get it done *for freeeeee* .
My 2003 SLT Durango with 185K miles still going strong! Very reliable vehicle! Love it! I'll be doing some extra maintenance in the spring. I've had it 10 years now.
I had a 2006 w/143k miles that wasn't as good, blown head gasket and some rust, I donated it. It was not as good as the '03
I need to change the ball joints in mine. I haven’t driven it for that reason but once it warms up I’ll fix all the issues
I bought a 1999 with the 360. Government spec with all heavy duty options, 4x4. I paid $300 at local auction and drove it home. $400 for a 2 inch lift installed. My wife liked it so well I had to buy her a 1998 with 95,000 miles for $1500. We love both. I think the 4.7 is the proposed of the V8 s These are very solid vehicles.
Just watch out for the transmissions. The engines are tanks tho.
@@Holy_VHS_Tape I have had over a dozen mopars with this auto transmission and never had a problem with any of them.
Love man.i had a black 1998 5.2 it was off-road 8 years of the 14yrs i had it 572.000 it never died i sold it to my brother it died at 618.000 he swapped 5.2 with a 5.9 still got it same trans an transfer case fro t an rear end .crazy i beat it all to hell tree marks and dents shit wrecked it 6 times more dents.i got another one ill never get rid of it tough as hell man
Mine still running strong even with the 3rd gear limp mod problem it has. Haven’t done a single major repair on it yet. It burns a bit of oil due to bad valve seat seals but I make sure it’s got oil and it’s solid
@secondhandspeed pour some Marvel Mystery Oil in your tank and idle the engine or drive it around for 10 minutes, that might solve your valve seating problem
I have a '99 5.2 SLT. Black with beige leather inside. I❤ it.
Awesome! I bought a 03 myself a couple weeks ago as a project. Having a grand ol time.
I love mine, 2002 SLT with the 5.9 and max tow package. The only correction to the video I'd like to make is, its not quite sitting on the Dakota frame. The Dakota is only boxed in the front, then regular C-channel from the middle all the way to the rear. Where the Durango has a bespoke fully boxed frame front to rear. So the Durango is much, MUCH stronger.
But yeah these things are awesome, as far as reliability the engines and axles will last you for ever 40 50 maybe even 60 years (I'm not kidding, I've been around old Chryslers with original 360 v8's and they just run forever if you keep oil in them. The only thing to watch for is the transmissions can over-heat easily towing, so if your going to tow heavy get an aftermarket transmission cooler, OR just send it into a 4x4 shop and have the shop build your transmission, for 1500 bucks you'll have a trans that can tow all day long with zero issues. Otherwise these things have just the typical maintenance items like power steering pumps ($40) and brake calipers every so often ($60) its really just a check the fluids and drive it kind of vehicle you wont be left stranded with one of these.
*(JUST KEEP IN MIND, these things MUST be coated in Lanolin oil, such as "woolwax" or "fluid film" this is the only way in wet wintery climates that it wont rust in half.)*
You're talking about the truck that I've been driving for a LONG time. Some upkeep to it, OK more than some, but anyhow, for a 23 old year old truck that still does it all in NY, it's fine. Mine has about 150k miles and again, being in NY, took some beating. But it's reliable, has a bit of an attitude, like its owner and i love driving it still. I wont go too-too far due to its age but I leave my newer vehicle covered in the drive and I go around town in this. A bit modified to match my likes, but again, i hope it lasts as long as i do....Around town, without a heavy foot, i get about 11 miles to a gallon on an average, with the same engine mentioned in the vid...Stay well all.
Hi, may I ask u if she a reliable car for heavy daily use?
2002, 5.2#
@@mosabsultan3513 Please read above. I would drive it anywhere but not too far since for a 24 year old truck, one never knows if something is to fail....
I bought my 170k miles 99 5.9 for $2500(3 years ago
It's Beautiful
It's got rare "intense pearl blue"
Since then it been modified
kenda klever mt2 mud boots lifted ,custom head lights
Led fog lights
These run great. I have to do a ball joint replacement on mine and it’ll be back on the road
i have had my 2016 durango for 4 years now and i love it i bet the older ones were much nicer because the new newer ones are nice this is the first dodge durango i have owned and in the 4 years i have owned it its been a good suv i been thinking about getting a older dodge durango because my 2016 is the 3.6 v6 it has power but i would love to get a v8 one
These are nice trucks. You can still find the older ones and the great thing is they aren’t too expensive yet. If you have the money I recommend finding one that is in great mechanical and cosmetic condition.
Glad you mentioned the turning radius on the Durango,can whip uwies like nothing trailer or no trailer
That was the first thing that surprised when I got this truck. Thing can turn like nothing.
I can tell you will hit a million subscribers
Thanks for the support!
The Leaf springs in rear prevents rollovers and gives road towing control
I have a 2001 5.9 And just changed all throttle body valve and sensors. 130k
It’s purring.
Nice I have to replace ball joints and upper control arms
the center console on my 2003 slt is Huge! they definatly fixed that problem. I use it as a cooler during work, throw 2 big cold wawas in there and they stay cold for hours.
I've got an 03 2 wheel drive with the 4.7. 263.000 miles and still runs good.
I love my dodge 1998 5.9 too😂, it's comfortable vehicles.
8:00 that is the cigarette ash tray… but I don’t smoke so I changed the cigarette lighter to a power supply for my custom led strip lights… and I will use that tray for a gum storage cabinet
4 kids got plenty of room
I have a gen 1 durango, 03 with 80k mikes
Even with issues these truck run like nothing
I have my 2001 really nice ride eveey day😊😊😊
My sister owns a black 2000 Durango v8 and she will not give it up lol😂I don't blame her tho
I'm a Chrysler guy, but you lost me when you said 4.7, I like the LA Engines 5.2 & 5.9
Still a Good SUV
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I miss my 1999 Durango with the 360
These things are sweet. But my 00' has the 5.2😁and 2WD. But it's still sweet and I love it
I got a 2000 5.9 2wd Durango for $800 by someone who really was tryna get rid of it spent $209 on 2 02 sensors being fixed and $230 a month later on passenger break caliper had a pig tail problem I fixed that myself for $20 bucks now I jus gotta fix the serpentine belt it’s squeaking and he’ll be perfect running the AC never worked just the defroster idk why it’s messed up but I can say it’s really reliable worth every penny on fixing I have a whole calendar for maintenance on my Durango bought it at 222,000 miles still working strong and dependable don’t give up on your Durango they are worth it I’m keeping mine to my grave no vehicle had my back like this truck I never liked suv or trucks until I got mine I camp out of it and pick up trailers with it it’s the ultimate man SUV can’t wait to lift mine and make it more off road
Should be better on gas mileage since it’s 2wd.
If you can fix them yourself then these trucks are the great. Mine was going to the junkyard but I bought it off the guy that was going to do that so that’s why it’s still here on the road
Great video! I noticed that it has an aftermarket intake. Was there a noticeable power difference after you installed it?
It had it when I bought it. I just replaced it with a new one since the old one was rusted. Power wise I can't really compare it to stock but you can definitely hear the intake as you accelerate. It helps it breath better for sure and I haven't had any issues with it but realistically you won't gain any major power. If you want to try it buy the cheapest one you can get. Don't buy a super expensive one like K&N. The one it had was a Spectra Brand but the one I replaced it with I found it at Ross for $6.
They are perfect!! 😊
Miss my 01 Durango, looking for another. Only thing I liked better was my 2012 JGC fuel economy compared to it.
First gen is the Best with the 5.9 magnum V8 engine
Many thanks for the informations from europe :)
No problem!
Thank u about nice videos, my question , is she a reliable car for heavy daily use? Iam going to buy 2002 , 5.2??
It’s been a solid reliable machine. Easily put 30k miles in the two years I owned it. I would say as long as you keep up with oil change and maintenance it should last
Buen trabajo paisano
Great video…
Glad you enjoyed it!
Its a nice durango. But me personally i wont own another one with the 4.7, if you own a dirango get the 3.9, 5.2 or 5.9 if you want a long lasting durable engine. I own a 99 slt 5.9 durango. And an 02 R/T Durango. Love them both
I have a 2001 and it's mint
I always use windshield cover to save the dash.
Buy 303 protectant online. It’s a white bottle with 303 circled in orange. This product was made to protect aircraft dashboards from the harsh sun.
Use Marvel Mystery Oil in your gas and it will lubricant your valves & upper cylinders to prevent wear & tear and prevent future problems, it also cleans and keep the engine cool.
8:48 that looks exactly like my car…
The only thing, when you said in 2000 they cut out the 5.2L, that actually is not the case. My 2000 has the 5.2L
Hi , that's right , I going to buy one 2002 and 5.2 magnum from Switzerland and 220 k kilometer not mile , 4×4 , ,
My glove compartment wont open. Any ideas on how to open it?
handle just loose/swinging with nothing happening? If so, there is a metal latch that connects, the plastic connection tends to break over time, just grab pliers or the like, grip it and lift up. You can pull the whole thing out after that and address a fix for it.
I am thinking about buying a Durango I am just worried about reliability have you had any issues
I haven’t had any major issues yet. My current issues are burning oil due to old valve seals and tranny in 3rd gear due to shift solenoid. I’d check the oil and coolant. Make sure it shifts fine and look for any leaks and weird noises. It’s an old vehicle so it’s going to have some issues. But as long it had maintenance done it should be good. Good luck!
How about the case of water..lol😂
It’s just chill as a movie prop haha
THANGS BRO I MIGHT BUY ONE OF THESE TODAY WITH A REBUILT ENGINE I'VE ONLY 85000 MILES THANKS FOR THE VIDEO
3:54 - Did you say "churrokeys"? 😂 It's "chair o key," and that paeticular image was a Grand Chair-o-key. The churrokey never came with a V8.
So who honestly had the Durango 4.7 trouble free ? Anyone else claims the 4.7 magnum is garbage and transmissions are nightmares
4.7 is the worst engine. 5.2 is reliable but the 5.9 is what you want, very strong and reliable. Transmission is strong too, although it’s strange jeeps got the improved 5 speed while the Durango still had the 4 speed until production ended.
@@reddstool1023 Not sure what you are talking about but I have the 4.7 and its a strong reliable motor and other people I know who had that motor before never had issues. The garbage motors were the hemis in the later gens.
360 5.9 is funner Magmum gas milage
The only reliable one is the 5.2 the other engines are garbage
Why 52? And is it suitable car for daily use?