I have a 2002 ram but I used a triangulated four link from suicide doors. What I would do is get one from suicide if you have never built on before I would use those guys. All you do is call them and give them the measurements and they will make it for you. I know my truck is a little different from a dakota but I have a shit ton of pics of me doing my rear end so if you want hit me up at
lowboydodge@yahoo.com and I will send them to you to help out. MTFL!!!!!!! Drag or Die bitches