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Gary Smith
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3/08/2001
22:33:38
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I have the 1999 Dakota SLT with a 3.9 Mag-none. Will a 318 or a 5.9 bolt up to the trans from an original 3.9 configuration? Are there significant modifications required to convert to a V8? My decision is whether or not to just build up a 3.9 or go with the V8. It would be great to hear from someone who has already done this.
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Bernd
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3/09/2001
00:23:50
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It isn't a direct replacement. You'll need the V8 springs, PCM, tranmission (if applicable - 5speed), and not to forget that if you swap out the engine...you'll have to go to your local BAR and have them inspect it to make sure it complies with local emissions or inspection laws. Then, they'll give you a new VIN number to make it legal.
Bernd D. Ratsch
1997 Dodge Dakota SLT
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Gary Smith
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3/09/2001
12:21:42
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The Transmission that I have on the 3.9 is the automatic. Are you saying that a replacement is required only if I have the 5-speed manual?
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Bernd
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3/09/2001
12:42:09
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I would have to dbl-check...but I don't think you'll have to change out the transmission for the V8 conversion (if it's an automatic).
Again, let me dbl-check though...
Bernd D. Ratsch
1997 Dodge Dakota SLT
Supercharged w/Nitrous
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Bernd
GenIII
3/09/2001
13:36:39
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Here you go:
V8 converter has 8 more teeth, and 1" taller ring gear. The 42/44RE are not quite the same transmission. The 44RE has a few more clutches, and a double wrap band whereas the 42 has a single for the rear drum.
Bernd D. Ratsch
1997 Dodge Dakota SLT
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tommyboy
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3/09/2001
20:23:09
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Hi, i did this conversion about 10 months ago on a 1998 Dakota. I was able to reuse my automatic tranny, and torque converter. the v-6 torque converter gives you about a 500 rpm higher stall speed. and you don't have to change the front or rear springs I did'nt and I had no problem with bottoming out or anything like that, it actually helped with weight transfer when I would get on it! one thing to remember, make sure that your other motor comes complete! you will need the computer,wiring harness, motor mounts, fan shroud(the v-6 radiator works fine, just get a 1pound higher pressure cap)and there are some sensors and small parts that are expensive if they arent on your other motor! also your flexplate from the 3.9 will not work.you will need to get one for the motor your putting in. if you have any questions e-mail and i will try to help you.
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dodge demon
Dodge Dakota
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12/07/2002
21:13:58
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I have a 99 Dakota 4x4 3.9 5 speed just wanted to know what is involved in converting to 5.2
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got to go
Dodge Dakota
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12/07/2002
23:25:20
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try hitting a brick wall going 60+mph and collect insurance money go buy RT you stupid waste of humanity, does your family tree have roots??? then pull them out to save us, this is what happens when people fuk chickens.
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tony
Dodge Dakota
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10/08/2003
20:37:46
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i have an 88 firebird with a 2.8, auto tran would like to put a v8 in her. is it possible to put a 318,360,302,350,or 351? any ideas would help.
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danny
Dodge Dakota
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3/16/2004
03:34:11
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i want to convert my 96 dodge dakota sport from a 5spd to an automatic. how difficult is it and what do i need to do?
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skutch76
Dodge Dakota
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8/24/2005
21:09:12
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will a 2001 automatic tranny fit a 1997 dakota. Both out of a 3.9
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skutch76
Dodge Dakota
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8/24/2005
21:12:16
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will a 2001 automatic tranny fit a 1997 dakota. Both out of a 3.9 any modifcation needed if one has cruise control??
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dodge35bfg
Dodge Dakota
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12/14/2005
22:56:37
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i have a 95 dodge dakota slt extra cab...i have swapped the 3.9 out for a 5.2 out of a 96 dakota all you need is the wiring harness and the fan shroud.the motor mounts work the trans and flex plate and the torque conv are compatible.all the sensors from the 3.9 are the same as the 5.2..the 39 is basically a shortened version o the 318......the computer will have to be changed also
i have seven inches of lift and this motor did not affect my ride or anything..i am currently working on a auto to maunal trans swap
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Curtis
Dodge Dakota
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12/20/2005
19:35:33
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I have a 1995 dakota club cab SLT , and a few months ago I shotguned the 3.9 that was in it.... I was wandering if anybody here knew what it would take to put an older 318 into this truck ...I purchased a 1986 full size ram with a built 318 in it, It had been rear ended hard.... Can someone here tell me what all it would consist of?
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pacman
Dodge Dakota
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12/21/2005
08:56:40
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I was in the same boat with an under-powered '99 V6. Started pricing everything required to do the change. Then I got an opinion from a friend that happens to be a big motor head and mopar mechanic. He said rather than try to change all that stuff out, sell it and find an R/T! He was right. By the time I tallied up all the upgrades, I was too close to a used R/T. And besides, with all the performance upgrades that are stock on the R/T, you'll only be trying to clone one.
DON'T DO IT!
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jayb
Dodge Dakota
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12/21/2005
20:36:54
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A old 318 in a dakota? thats a shamefull waste. the 80's 318's were tough but they didnt really have any balls. 170hp and 260torque is about it. pointless. plus to do it, you have to replace alot of sh!t. pointless to do all that work for a performance downgrade. if you want a "beefy" engine, your way better off "beefing up" a magnum v8 and dropping that bitch in there.
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Curtis
Dodge Dakota
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12/21/2005
23:06:15
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Thanks ,
Does anyone here know anybody in or around TN that might have a magnum V8, That I could buy at a descent price?
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jayb
Dodge Dakota
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12/22/2005
11:05:36
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your cheapest way would have to be the junk yard.
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daddio
Dodge Dakota
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12/22/2005
11:09:26
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try www.car-part.com. a lot of the yards listed on there warranty their stuff. you could probably find one in a yard close to you.
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casey
Dodge Dakota
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1/31/2011
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I have a 2002 dodge dakota sport 4x4 with a 3.9 v6. What all
will I need to convert to the v8 magnum?
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ron
Dodge Dakota
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7/08/2013
19:30:48
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I have a1993 dakota v-6 4x4 auto. trans. trans went bad got one from a salvage yard,put it in the engine wont start? broke the crankshaft position sensor insialling trans got a new one wont run I dont know if sensor needs to be sequenced or they gave me a v8 trans .does anyone have any ideas
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