dodge full size van with small engines

1974 DODGE VAN
200,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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FIRSTHD
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how does full size van were able to run satisfactory with just a small engines like slant six 225 cu. in., or v6
3.9 liter, what is the manufacturer's secret?
Jan 4, 2011 at 8:37 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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It's because it's not really that big of a truck. they have been using 6 cylinder engines in 1/2 ton trucks for many years and still do.
Jan 4, 2011 at 11:15 AM
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FIRSTHD
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to Wrenchtech:

thank you for your ans

firsthd jan 6, 2011 01400 hrs
Jan 6, 2011 at 10:20 PM
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