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Jason Larkin
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3/14/2001
15:02:01

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I have a 1989 Dakota Sport 4X4. It currently have the severly underpowered V6 and a 5 speed tranny. I would like to swap in a 318 or 360. What would be involved in doing such a swap. What tranny should I use. What about the transfer case. Can I use an older carburated engine to avoid electrical. Any info would be greatly appreciated



Danny Boy
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3/15/2001
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if you find anything i would like to do the same thing on my truck i also have a 89 dakota sport 4x4 but it is automatic if you find out anything would you please let me know ill email you if i find anything.

Thanx Dan




Nick
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3/16/2001
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Somewhat on the subject. I want to take my 318, and replace it with the Ram's, 488 V-10 Which I'm guessing is going to be impossible. but If I find a way to do it, I will have a 318 from a 1997 for sale. :)

And my only reasoning for looking into this is, because that would be cool. And I have no life. And if it is possible and I can afford it. How cool would that be. I'm done drooling, back to the regulary schudled topic.

1997 Dodge Dakota Sport 5.2-V-8
Duel Exhaust, Growler Mufflers

Jason Larkin
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3/16/2001
09:16:35

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I'll be happy to pass any info I find on to you. I got one email that says that the motor mounts for the 3.9 are the same on the 318. He emailed my part number if you want them. I don't know if that is correct, but I am going to need more info than that to start the project.



Jason
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3/16/2001
09:56:04

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Well, that would definately be cool. I have no idea what would be involved. But I saw in Mopar mag, a cuda that the guy put a v-10 into. So I guess anything is possible with enough money. Anyway good luck. Let me know whay you come up with.



Nick
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3/16/2001
18:12:34

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I wonder if I even have enough space under the hood.

1997 Dodge Dakota Sport 5.2-V-8
Duel Exhaust, Growler Mufflers

Jason Larkin
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3/17/2001
10:48:06

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Check out the post under 1988 V8 Engine swap. Lots of info that should be helpful



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