How to v8 swap a Dodge Dakota/ Ram. How to repin to your PCM/ Changing your v6 harness to a v8
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Күн бұрынHey gearheads! This video is to demonstrate how you can v8 swap your Dodge Ram or Dakota. I know the video and editing isn't the best, but we can make better videos if you like and subscribe to the channel.
Parts List:
Flywheel: flywheel PERFECTION CLUTCH 502754, this is an externally balanced flywheel. 143 tooth for the 5.9 magnum. These are getting hard to come by, but the AMS is available: amzn.to/3ompvO5
Clutch: LUK 05074 {#05080, 630307177} RepSet® 12" Clutch, you must use a 12" clutch with the 5.9 magnum flywheel, the throwout bearing will interchange as well between the nv3500 and nv4500 transmissions amzn.to/3uq7CSi
Pressure Plate bolts: 3/8x16, you can find these on ebay or even Reilly's . Chevy pressure plate bolts are fine. amzn.to/3J2xt6Y
Pilot Bearing: Mopar OEM# 53009180AB: You only need this if running a manual trans. Fun fact! This can be used to mate a newer manual trans to the older LA engines as it fits in the torque converter hub recess. amzn.to/3unxgag
Flywheel bolts: ARP 240-2801 Flywheel Bolt Kit - Mopar 273-440 V8 7/16-20, 12-Point, .875 UHL amzn.to/3rnY9sI
New Y Pipe Bolts: 3/8-16 x3" long. Stainless preferred amzn.to/3uoOwMc
Use the V8 Throttle Cable
Use the V8 Radiator and Heater Hoses
Use the V8 Fan shroud if you have it.
Use a manual Crank sensor for manual, auto for auto. Otherwise your truck won't run!
Lastly Massage your AC lines to fit, and extend your AC Compressor harness connector. That's it!
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@henrylewis608 8 ай бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to put together a guide everyone. I got a 2wd v6 Dakota I was thinking about swapping a v8 into
@Triple-yj1cw 4 жыл бұрын
This was super helpful. Its a little different then what im doing but practically the same thing. I have a 98 Dakota 3.9 with a blown motor. I found a donor truck with a 318. Sounds like it should be somewhat easy. Thanks for the confidence lol
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
Hey I have faith in your abilities. Just take your time. Should go pretty easy!
@familiaguerrero5508 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent information! I am planning to use my 5.2 from a 99 dakota 4x4 into a 03 quad 4x4 replacing the 3.9. Can I use the 99 trans or keep the 03 trans?
@frankguerra3314 3 жыл бұрын
Good video.i put a 5.9 out of a 02 drungo an put it in my 03 Dodge Dakota...ty for your video
@ultimateenginuity4258 3 жыл бұрын
Of course!
@donaldpowers5557 2 жыл бұрын
Just subbed. I did one in 04 . (First one) 5.9 in a light weight pick up oh the fun.. great daily drivers. Got to get some things do so I'll be watching your v>videos ..
@ultimateenginuity4258 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! we are planning to post some more in the near future!
@forgottenmuscletrucks Жыл бұрын
Go check out my 02 Dakota RT build.
@jasonjones7834 3 жыл бұрын
I thought I was going to have it on easy Street swapping a 5.2 99 Durango to a 5.2 ram 1500 both 2wd I used the wiring all the way to the column to fuel tank and now no fire or fuel pressure & stating no Bus connect If you have any thoughts on what I might try next I Shure would appreciate it This thing has gotten me some kinds of riled
@blownaway4371 10 ай бұрын
Don't know if it's my laptop, but got the volume cranked but can barely hear you. Gonna put my earbuds in and take notes. Thanks for the good info!!
@kevinhumphrey932 2 жыл бұрын
Have you ever swapped a 02 quad cab Dakota with the hemi out of the full size truck I was wondering if you could use the 4.7 ecm to run the 5.7 hemi
@650gringo Жыл бұрын
The '94 Dakota with a 3.9 and 5 speed plan: Replace with a 5.2 magnum, but delete the keg and use a carb on a Edelbrock manifold, and a HEI distributor. Sound good?
@anthonymcliechey7981 2 жыл бұрын
Helpful helpful I need alittle more info for a first Gen Dakkota swap 5.9 magnum
@ultimateenginuity4258 2 жыл бұрын
I’m not very familiar with those first gen trucks, but I know you cannot flash the pcm’s like a 2nd gen. Proceed with caution
@Mikey_The_Gearhead 3 жыл бұрын
Great video! Thanks, I have an Automatic 2000 3.9 and I want to use a 5.2, so can I use a 99 5.2 from a Dakota swap the pcm, add the injector wires, trim the fan shroud and motor Mount, get the v8 throttle cable, extend the ac wires and heater hoses and be good to go?
@ultimateenginuity4258 3 жыл бұрын
that's basically it! If you are using an automatic, we do recommend using the 46re from the v8 truck.
@brandonhand8077 3 жыл бұрын
Yea I was gonna swap my 2.5 for a 5.2 in my 95 Dakota single cab 5 speed any tips?
@dalecook5613 3 жыл бұрын
Great video! After watching this, it reaffirmed my thoughts of it being basically a bolt in deal with minor wiring. Just finishing up my 5.9 build and will be dropping it in my 2000 Dakota regular cab soon. Thanks!
@frankguerra3314 3 жыл бұрын
Did you finish..I put @ 5.9 in my 03 dakato
@dalecook5613 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, and it turned out very well. 5.9 was basically a stock rebuild with a very mild towing cam, Edelbrock ceramic coated headers, Flowmaster cat back and new stock replacement EQ heads. Waiting on the weather to get better so I can continue with a complete repaint / color change.@@frankguerra3314
@yooooo6296 2 жыл бұрын
Thinking about doing a 5.9 swap in my 3.9 and I have a few questions? Are you TBI or carburated? And what transmission would you recommend if I want to go auto?
@rudysueoka9959 2 жыл бұрын
Your videos most helpful
@kylegregory504 2 жыл бұрын
Hey i have a 2000 dakota sport 3.9 i swapped a 2001 ram 5.2 in it, using the 3.9 harness i added the injector wires. The truck runs and drives just have no O/D and also NO BUSS comes up on dash, i have bought a 5.9 rt pcm but wont start the truck or anything i tried to go get it flashed at dodge still nothing so i think its the harness. I need help aha let me know what you think
@alexlaskoski2516 3 жыл бұрын
Great video if I found it a month ago it would have saved me a lot of time. Currently taking apart my donor Dakota RT at the moment.... Im stuck at the fly wheel. What Flywheel did you use? I see you use the 12 inch clutch. Ive been seeing 130 tooth and 143 tooth so i suspect 143 since its with a 12 inch?
@ultimateenginuity4258 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Alex, Flywheel is in the description. It's a 143 tooth. You'll need the 12" clutch. Our clutch was ordered like a 1999 dodge ram 2500 with a magnum v8 and nv4500. You can use the throwout bearing for the nv4500 as well. Hope this helps
@robertespino-nm9lf Жыл бұрын
Is my pcm from my 3.9 02 Dodge Dakota compatible with the 5.9 magnum and are there any changes that have to be made on my transmission
@HibsLX 3 жыл бұрын
Best explanation I've seen! Thanks a bunch for doing this video. Definitely makes me want to jump in and swap my 3.9 Dakota. Was Flyin Ryan able to flash your computer so it works with no check engine light with the manual trans?
@ultimateenginuity4258 3 жыл бұрын
Sorry for the late reply! The automatic parameters can be flashed out, but our initial PCM did not work. Truck runs flawlessly but does have a CEL. Ideally, you find a 5.2 manual PCM and have it flashed for a 5.9
@alangarcia5764 2 жыл бұрын
@@ultimateenginuity4258 does the year of the truck matter at all?
@rudysueoka9959 2 жыл бұрын
I got a 2001 Dodge Dakota single cab I took the 47 out and dropping a 59 I got wiring problems
@rudysueoka9959 2 жыл бұрын
How to put a standard transmission cuz the automatic phone these trucks are junk
@austin_94gt18 3 жыл бұрын
What about the previous body style? I have a 1991 single cab with the 3.9 that I want to swap a 5.9 into or maybe a hemi
@ultimateenginuity4258 3 жыл бұрын
Much more complicated if you have a 1995 and back. You'll need to build a harness unfortunately to run a newer engine.
@rossdog806 Жыл бұрын
I have a 2001 dodge ram 1500 3.9 and i found a 94 with a 5.9. Will i be able to swap it?
@zacharysheridan3012 3 ай бұрын
I’m trying to V-8 swap my single cab dodge Dakota five speed Will my computer out of my 2000 model 1500 donor truck 5.9 work if I put it in my 2000 model Dodge Dakota
@Ra-mon-kun 3 ай бұрын
did you do something for the (BCM)?
@SK8TERadii 21 күн бұрын
will these steps work for the 3rd gen dakota
@seanmathias7569 3 жыл бұрын
So i have a 99 3.9 auto, and im thinking of doing a 5.2 swap, 1. if i can't get a donor vehicle what year of parts should i shoot for? 2. Also do i keep my ecm or do i get the one out of the donor vehicle? 3. Id like to keep it almost as stock as possible but with the 5.2 over the 3.9... I tow trailers often and i need bit more power
@ultimateenginuity4258 2 жыл бұрын
Shoot for 97-99. 2000+ had a lot of changes, but it can be done. Grab the donor pcm just in case a custom tune can’t be written for your factory one
@damyrmonjaras7756 2 жыл бұрын
quick question instead of repiningbthe wires cant we just plug up a 5.9s harness all the way down to the transmission?
@ultimateenginuity4258 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, only if you have the same year truck and same options though. For example, a base model truck will not have the same wiring provisions as one that’s loaded up
@tonydaley2943 2 ай бұрын
Can I tell me how hard it will be to put a 99 Durango.5.2 in a 95 Dakota 3.9
@armyjeep4 4 жыл бұрын
I have a 95 Dakota,3.9,5speed..Will a 95 5.9 gas out of a half ton fit? same trans? bellhousing? etc..I was thinking I could just swap the ecm and wiring from the ram,but not sure if its a direct bolt on
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
Hey there, Sorry we missed this comment! It is the same engine minus the oil pan and pickup tube. I am a bit less knowledgeable on the obd1 setup, but I would be surprised if you couldn't plug and play!
@SmudgyContent 4 жыл бұрын
Any advice for the 3.7 to 4.7L swap? Lolz is go hemi but I doubt I’d get one for the price I just got the 4.7L for ($475) shit part is only got the engine feller didn’t think about pulling the harness or ecu nothing...
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
Yoopertube Jeff adamczak I hear they use the same basic engine management system depending on the year. Your best bet is find a 4.7 donor truck in a junkyard and wire it all up right
@williamkratzer5298 3 жыл бұрын
I have a ? I have 5.9 out of a dodge durango and v6 in my 1999 dodge dakota both auto 4x4. My ? Is I want to run a carb instead of efi can I just unpin the inj pin and go go or not
@ultimateenginuity4258 3 жыл бұрын
I have never looked into a carb setup while retaining the pcm. Several things need addressed. 1. Your fuel pressure is around 49 psi, you’ll need to regulate it to around 7 psi. No idea how your factory pump will perform being dead headed like that. 2. Intake- you’ll need to source a proper carb intake manifold 3. Spark- you’ll likely want to convert to an hei distributor and electronic ignition as your factory distributor only allows for fuel sync phasing, not ignition timing 4. Transmission performance and kickdown. You’ll need to research how the 46re performs with a carb setup. It may be necessary to run a controller setup for shifting, od, and lockup. 5. It’s honestly 10x easier to retain factory fuel injection. Not to mention reliability. Our swap truck has performed over 20,000 miles without fault
@garrettmoss916 2 жыл бұрын
One of these days when my 3.9 wears out I want to drop a 5.9 in, my only question is how has that transmission held up to the V8? My truck has 5spd in it and I use it to tow.
@ultimateenginuity4258 2 жыл бұрын
the first transmission was on its way out. It had a cracked tailhousing around the output seal and whined like crazy. Around 18 months ago, we replaced it with a reman nv3500. It holds up great. This truck tows quite frequently and does some tire spinning occasionally. Because we are over the torque rating for the nv3500, I do have to recommend against hard launches on dry pavement
@spencermason915 2 жыл бұрын
I have a 3.9 to 5.2 swap coming. If I already have the wiring harness to the 5.2 I should be fine right? It should be a direct bolt in affair right?
@ultimateenginuity4258 2 жыл бұрын
Assuming the year and options are similar, the wiring can be used from the 5.2. Otherwise, plan on adding injector wires to your existing harness. It is basically a bolt in affair
@mv7401 4 жыл бұрын
For the wiring part...couldn't you just get an entire wire harness from the donor vehicle such as a 1500 and use the pcm and harness or will that not mate up to the dakota? That seems like a more time conservative method if possible. Thanks
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
Michael Vosburgh good question! However, that would only work in a very specific range. For example, I would have to find a 2000 dodge Dakota that is 2wd, manual, and a v8, then use that harness. The rams use a different harness entirely than the Dakotas. Also there are lots of variances based on year.
@joshualittle5608 3 жыл бұрын
Couldn't you buy one offline a engine harness
@moriahpittman2563 2 жыл бұрын
Did you use a 5.9 ecu?
@daviddrake8193 4 жыл бұрын
I have a 96 Dakota 3.9 that trying to swap a 5.2 into but can’t find a 5.2 harness do you know which pins are the driver for injector 7 and 8 on my 96 dakota
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
Hey David. Unfortunately I am not familiar with the first gen Dakota schematics
@davidcendejas2010 4 жыл бұрын
Hey I have a 2000 Dodge Dakota quad cab slt v6 magnum with the 3.9. I want to put a v8 _ 4.7 with tranny from a similar Dakota quadcab but it's a 2003 the body is junk but everything is is good. Are the motor mounts the same on the 2nd gen. Dakotas and do I have to make any changes?.
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
Hey David, Sorry we missed your message. Don't even think about attempting this unless you have a lot of time on your hands. All mounts, accessories, transmission, wiring, fusebox, even the under dash harness needs changed. Entirely different software in the computer. It would be a total nightmare. Plus the 4.7's are problematic and have little to no aftermarket
@ethancargile1264 4 жыл бұрын
Was there any downside to using what looks to be the 3.9 throttle body?
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
it's a 5.9 throttle body. The 3.9 got sold off complete after the swap
@danielfinney4295 2 жыл бұрын
I have a 2005 Dodge Dakota with a 3.7 that's blown. How hard is it to swap a 4.7 in it's place? Could I get away with getting the wiring harness out of the donor truck and the pcm and would it be pretty much plug-n-play
@sleepy_salamander9620 Ай бұрын
This is what I’m wondering too
@dddwayne9589 4 жыл бұрын
Watz up bro , I got a 00 Dakota 3.9 and a 2012 donor challenger Rt with the 5.7 Was wondering if There’s anything mayor I have to mod ? 🤙🏽
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
Hey man. I highly recommend against this conversion if you want to keep your amenities like AC/ cruise/ gauges/ etc. This is not a bolt in conversion, and you would need to change all major wiring as well as your transmission.
@timbrwolf1121 3 жыл бұрын
@@ultimateenginuity4258 Now its easy though. Gen 3 swaps are cake walks with all the swap kits available.
@jamesgomez7968 Жыл бұрын
I am thinking of changing out my 3.9 liter package for a 5.9 liter. Can this be done and what will it take?
@ultimateenginuity4258 9 ай бұрын
the video is this exact swap
@Dellyranks21 2 жыл бұрын
Evening. I am here swaping the 3.9 out of my 2003 dodge Dakota to the v8 from the 2000 Durango. I followed your instructions on wiringing the extra injector wires. Truck don't seem to want to run and also showing no bus on instrument panel. Any help would be appreciated
@ultimateenginuity4258 2 жыл бұрын
There are several possible issues here, this is what I would check. 1. It’s possible your ecm connectors are not attached properly. Verify they are making a good connection before proceeding. 2. What computer are you running? Many Durangos have security Protocols. Dakota rt pcm’s are recommended or a custom tune from FRP. Additionally, you should try your stock pcm. This should allow your truck to start on 6 cylinders if all else is working properly. Alternatively, full size truck ecm’s will run the engine, but not the cluster. Keep this in mind if you want to troubleshoot a no start issue. 3. Is your ignition timing set right? Make sure you aren’t 180° out. Also, verify you have spark. 4. Are your injectors firing off? You can test this using a small shot of starting fluid. If it hits, you likely are not getting fuel.
@Dellyranks21 2 жыл бұрын
@@ultimateenginuity4258 thank you. Much appreciated. I tried it with the small shot of starting fuel and it hits. All connectors are attached properly. I used the original ecu from the 6 cylinder and she started. What ecu would you recommend to get or can you send me some more information on what ecm to buy or who can sell me a custom tune. Thanks in advance
@ultimateenginuity4258 2 жыл бұрын
@@Dellyranks21 check ebay or the dakota pages on facebook. Ideally, you'll want to find a dakota R/T pcm from a similar year. Not sure if you are auto or manual, but if you are manual, you will need a custom tune from Flyin' Ryan Performance or UTAWESOME performance
@dewaynebanks5369 3 жыл бұрын
Hey I have a 1998 dodge dakota manual 3.9l tryna swap to a 5.7l v8 what all I need
@ultimateenginuity4258 2 жыл бұрын
Go check out Holley performance. That’s the easiest way if you aren’t starting with a 4.7 truck
@TwentyTwoThirtyThree 5 жыл бұрын
So I've got a 97' ram 1500 with the 3.9L. Turning it into a tire roaster street truck, and want to put in a 5.9L. If I have the donor truck, and can just swap ECM, and wiring harnesses etc, will the 5.9L bolt up to the NV3500? And will the driveshaft work? As far as I know the two extra cylinders just get added to the front, leaving the same distance in the rear. Also, will the 5.9L bolt up using the 3.9s engine mounts?
@ultimateenginuity4258 5 жыл бұрын
TwentyTwo22ThirtyThree 22 97-99 harnesses are unique. It’s not an easy task to swap the whole engine side harness. You would likely have to find a 5.2 harness, and even then you would probably need to change the injector harness plugs. It’s much easier to add 2 injector wires than re wiring the engine bay
@ultimateenginuity4258 5 жыл бұрын
All mounts are the same
@TwentyTwoThirtyThree 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks for the input man!
@sulaimaanhr6982 Жыл бұрын
you swapped a 5.9 or 5.2 in?
@user-zd6yn8cl2u 2 ай бұрын
My 7 and 8 not firing or getting gas running but using pci out v6 will it work by jumping wires
@michaelowen6197 29 күн бұрын
Have to use a V8 PCM, the V6 PCM doesn’t have drivers for injector 7 &8.
@user-dk2lc6ez2v 10 ай бұрын
Do you no anyone with a 3.9ltr 4 sale. Rebuildable 1995 or compatable?😊
@johncertain.9072 2 жыл бұрын
Now swapping from the 3.9 manual to the 5.2 can I use the same Trans or are the bellhousings different
@johncertain.9072 2 жыл бұрын
Also I have a 94 could I just find one of my body styles with a 5.2 and use that harness?
@ultimateenginuity4258 2 жыл бұрын
@@johncertain.9072 94 is OBD1 and has tuning limitations. Keep that in mind. The bell housing is the same, but you will need the correct clutch/ flywheel/ harness/ PCM to perform this properly. The wiring pinouts in this video are not applicable to your truck
@michaelhamilton6946 4 жыл бұрын
I have a 1990 Dakota with a 5.9 Magnum out of a 99 ram with the tranny and transfer case...the plan is to make it 4wd but for now just transplant and drive...any major mods or is this a bad set up??
@michaelhamilton6946 4 жыл бұрын
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@michaelhamilton6946 4 жыл бұрын
From everything I have read it’s best to stay in my generation...with that being said can I use a harness and computer off a 96 5.2l on a 99 5.9
@PEGuyMadison 4 жыл бұрын
Curious... could you not just pull the entire tranny and engine assembly out? I seem to remember doing this with my dad on occasions... we had a lot of 318's over the years in multiple vehicles. Also.... I have a beater 93' Dodge Dakota with a V6, can I fit a 5.2 or a 5.9 in it? I want to do it sleeper.. would be fun.
@eligregg4066 4 жыл бұрын
Dr. Guy Madison want to know also. Same year same motor. I read motor will bolt up with tweaks to trans but trans won’t last much longer
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
Yes! You could pull the transmission along with the engine. However, we opted not to go through the extra effort at this this time. A 5.2/ 5.9 would bolt right in your gen 1 dakota. However, tuning would be an issue as obd1 has no great aftermarket tuning options
@IgobyJayyy 11 ай бұрын
So the 5.9 ram and 5.9 dokota are the same engine different mods ?
@ultimateenginuity4258 9 ай бұрын
same engine. Different oil pan
@aarondouthitt4992 4 жыл бұрын
Hey I did this swap on an 01 dakota truck fired up and ran good but said no bus in odometer it ran for like 20 mins now it won't start any ideas
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
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@aaronhighway162 4 жыл бұрын
What did you do for the pcm on this? How did u flash your vin onto it
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
some trucks can have their v6 PCM reflashed, but unfortunately ours wouldn't accept the new tune. We sourced a 2000 dakota rt PCM and had Flyin' Ryan Performance do the rest. It is a custom tune for a manual trans, as no dakota's ever came with the 5.9 and manual.
@aaronhighway162 4 жыл бұрын
Ultimate Enginuity Well that’s actually funny because i did the 3.9 to 5.9 swap in my 03 dakota and i had to get a 5.9 pcm from another dakota and was going to send it to frp but they said they don’t flash vins so i sent it to b&g chrysler
@justwalk840 4 жыл бұрын
I have a 96 1500 with a good 5.9 motor and a 03 dakota with a bad 4.7 motor can i make it work
@frankguerra3314 4 жыл бұрын
Let me know how it goes.i am in the same boat.i have the 5.9 in front of my dakato begging to be put in...lol
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
terribly complicated process. You need a whole donor truck for wiring. It is much easier to go from a 4.7 to a 5.7 than from a 4.7 to 5.9
@danpatch5675 2 жыл бұрын
So if I take the whole pcm and all the wires leading to the fuse box do I still need to splice wires like I took everything out of the engine bay except the big fuse box that leads into the cab
@ultimateenginuity4258 2 жыл бұрын
Dan, It's a bit hard to understand your question. But for wiring, Keep your orginal harness. cut and splice in the v8 injector plugs, depin and repin the cylinder 7 and 8 negative driver wires to the cavities mentioned in the video. If you try to swap harnesses, you will likely run into major issues elsewhere
@danpatch5675 2 жыл бұрын
@@ultimateenginuity4258 okay because I still have the whole other truck they are both the same year same 5spd just ones a v6mag other is a v8mag
@ultimateenginuity4258 2 жыл бұрын
@@danpatch5675 if they are both the same year and options, they can likely interchange without issue
@shanegooding1973 4 жыл бұрын
Did this same swop and the 6 pcm will not work .have to get the key programed to the V8 computer .less there's other ways with the v6 computer .or a way to bypass the skim
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
According to FRP, some v6 PCM’s will work. Not in our case though. We had to utilize a 2000 Dakota rt PCM with a custom tune. Luckily this was a base model truck with no security
@DJAlup 5 жыл бұрын
What if I have an entire doner truck? I have a 98 dakota (totataled parts truck) and a 97 dakota. Both trucks are 4x4 but the doner is a sport with an automatic and the 97 (daily driver) is a manual SLT. The 97 also has a 3.92 GR for the front and rear. I have taken the 3.55 rear and front out of the doner and put it in my 97 because finding parts for 3.92 are a pain in the ass. Question is. Since have 2 entire trucks. Cant I just take the motor out of my parts truck and put it in my DD? I mean I have the computer + harness + everything. I know there is a mod I have to do with the manual by using the flywheel from the auto because of the way the starter engages.That being said. While I have the 318 out of the parts truck I plan on rebuilding it and doing the hughes mod to the plenum pan. When I say rebuild it, I mean New pistons/camshafts/rings/seals/ect. Do you think that the AX15 that is in my DD could handle the torque from the 318 or do you think I need to pickup an NV3500 or NV4500? I know these had an option for the NV1500 but those are trash.
@ultimateenginuity4258 5 жыл бұрын
Hey there, Here is my recommendation. Pull and reseal the 318. Add the mopar pilot bearing and flywheel for the 318. If your 97 is originally a 3.9, you have the nv3500 and it should all bolt together. You will need a 5.2 manual computer or custom tune as well as wiring in the cylinder 7/8 injector wires.
@DJAlup 5 жыл бұрын
@@ultimateenginuity4258 I am very sure that My 97 DD SLT manual has an AX15. Even the build sheet from Dodge lists it as an AX15. Do you know anywhere to get the computer from the 318 truck flashed to manual trans?
@ultimateenginuity4258 5 жыл бұрын
@@DJAlup is your 1997 truck originally a 2.5 or 3.9? Flyin' Ryan Performance does our tuning work. You'll need an sct x2 or sct x3 tuner. We have an unlocked sct x2 here if you go that route
@DJAlup 5 жыл бұрын
@@ultimateenginuity4258 The SLT that i want to put the 318 in is currently a 3.9L. Ironicly I called my grandpa who i bought the truck from and asked about the tranny he said that the truck was a custom ordered truck from the factory hints the reason that it came with a stock 3" lift, running boards, Big mirrors, 2 Gas tanks, ect.
@ultimateenginuity4258 5 жыл бұрын
@@DJAlup that's a cool sounding rig. The ax15 should be fine. Just don't abuse it too hard. We have customers using them behind small block full size trucks right now
@frankguerra3314 4 жыл бұрын
Help.lol.i have a 03 Dakota 4.7l just took it out an put 5.9l .need help on wiring it down
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
Frank Guerra hey Frank, sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but you will need all the wiring from the donor vehicle, inside and out, plus the trans if yours is an automatic.
@frankguerra3314 4 жыл бұрын
Ok thanks. But I won't be able to get that..the truck burn down
@larrywelser9088 2 жыл бұрын
So what if I have the entire V8 donor 4.7 with pcm, harness and such?
@ultimateenginuity4258 2 жыл бұрын
if you have a 4.7, you should look into a hemi swap. Nothing is compatible with the 3.9/ 5.2/ 5.9 family of magnum engines
@juancleal88 5 жыл бұрын
U think I can put a 2000 Dakota in 99 Dakota the 99 has a 3.9 engine and the 2000 has a 5.9
@ultimateenginuity4258 5 жыл бұрын
juan avelino yes
@louisthumphrey1815 2 жыл бұрын
I did a motor and transmission in my 2000 Dodge ram 3.9 I put a 5'9 and an automatic transmission and it won't start
@ultimateenginuity4258 2 жыл бұрын
Time to start diagnosing. Spark, fuel, compression. We need a bit more info before we can help
@Bama_RTMF 4 жыл бұрын
I’ve read in the forums you have to get a PCM from a V8 truck.. but why can’t you just load a V8 tune in the v6 pcm?
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
Flyin' Ryan Performance can sometimes tune a v6 PCM to run the v8 injector wires. In our situation, this was not the case. We had to source a 2000 Dakota R/T PCM and then load the manual 5.9 canned tune onto that.
@Bama_RTMF 4 жыл бұрын
Ultimate Enginuity I have a 98 Dakota 3.9, auto, 2wd. With a very tired and high mileage engine.. 347k.. I’m really wanting to swap it. But I get conflicting info on the Facebook groups etc as to what vehicles you can and can’t use stuff from. There’s a 97-99 Durango with a 318 at the local pick and pull, I’m told I can get the V8 harness off it, but I’d need a pcm from a 318 auto Dakota.
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
@@Bama_RTMF you can use any dakota/ durango/ ram engine. You will need the dakota/ durango specific oil pan and oil pickup. For your truck, you'd ideally look for a 1997-1999 donor, as they changed the harness and engine bay layout for 2000 and up. I suggest adding the injector wires to your original harness, as it will take way longer to do a complete harness swap, and you may run into compatibility issues depending on the donor
@DrNo-dz2hd 3 жыл бұрын
I'm wanting to know what would be the easiest v8 to swap into an 02 Dakota with a 3.9 and 2wd. I'm looking at a 5.2? But I'm not sure how I'm gonna change the wiring or trans as I've never done this type of thing. Also if it is a good option, what would be the best way to bump up the numbers on it? Thanks!
@ultimateenginuity4258 3 жыл бұрын
Sorry for the late reply. We are no longer around the shop full time due to some other business obligations. However, both the 5.2 and 5.9 are essentially bolt in affairs. We need info on what transmission you have before we give further advice on that. Intake, exhaust, and a custom tune from FRP will get it going well
@DrNo-dz2hd 3 жыл бұрын
@@ultimateenginuity4258 All good, no one replies at all really! XD, I'm not sure what exact trans it is, all I know is that it's a 4-speed automatic from 2002. I'll change it out if need be.
@ultimateenginuity4258 3 жыл бұрын
@@DrNo-dz2hd It is compatible, but not rated to the torque the v8 puts out. We recommend upgrading to the heavier trans if you have a full donor vehicle
@DrNo-dz2hd 3 жыл бұрын
@@ultimateenginuity4258 Cool, how much wiring changes need to be done? Whole harness?
@ultimateenginuity4258 3 жыл бұрын
@@DrNo-dz2hd The main thing that needs changed is to add the injector wires like we did in the video. Also you'll likely need to lengthen the ac compressor wiring
@jonathanmaynard9036 4 жыл бұрын
One question when you drop the motor and did you have to use the V6 motor mounts or did you use V8 motor mounts because my motor is setting in the braces straight but the motor is sideways
@nathanielarmstrong6829 4 жыл бұрын
Jonathan Maynard hey man. This is my other channel. Easier than to log in on the computer. You can use your v6 mounts. It is likely they are rotated/ in a bind. Lift the engine back up a bit. Have a helper make sure the mounts don’t get caught or bound up when you set it down again
@Moose0perator 5 жыл бұрын
Is that a nv3500 transmission
@ultimateenginuity4258 5 жыл бұрын
Yes! this is an nv3500 transmission. Keep in mind, there are two variations. One for the Ram and one for the Dakota
@noahkeanini1078 3 жыл бұрын
Hey man I love the video but I wondering if I could in contact with you, I’m planning on doing a really similar engine swap but I had a few questions about it
@ultimateenginuity4258 3 жыл бұрын
hey Bob, sorry for the delay. Occupations have changed. shoot me an email: ultimateenginuity@gmail.com
@jasonrayole413 5 жыл бұрын
What about a 97 ram 5.9 into a 99 Dakota?
@ultimateenginuity4258 5 жыл бұрын
Jason Rayole yes, you’ll need the Dakota or durango oil pan/ pick up tube
@jasonrayole413 5 жыл бұрын
Would a Dakota 318 oil pan work?
@jasonrayole413 5 жыл бұрын
And also I wanna keep it auto
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
@@jasonrayole413 yes
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
if you want to keep it auto, your factory transmission will suffice, as long as you don't beat it too bad
@anthonyhayes5708 3 жыл бұрын
I have a 99 dakota with a 3.9 magnum. Are you saying I can use a 96 - 99 durango 5.9? Also, will the trans from the durango work as well? My trans is trash so I would need another transmission anyway and wondering if the drive shaft and all would still work from my truck.
@ultimateenginuity4258 3 жыл бұрын
You can technically use any 5.9 engine as long as it has the Dakota/ durango oil pan. You will also more than likely need to source an early Dakota rt pcm to run the swap
@ultimateenginuity4258 3 жыл бұрын
The durango trans should work fine. The wiring and pcm pin out is the same between the v6 and v8 transmission
@frankguerra3314 4 жыл бұрын
O the truck was a 4.7 v8 I am getting the motor bored out an deck put I am putting that into my 06 1500
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
If you plan to swap a 5.9 in place of a 4.7, plan to rewire the whole truck. It changes the whole process
@frankguerra3314 4 жыл бұрын
@@ultimateenginuity4258 i have the whole wiring. Set up for the 5.9 with the pcm. Would I have too put a new tranny or can I use the one for the 4.7l?
@ultimateenginuity4258 4 жыл бұрын
@@frankguerra3314 if it is an auto, you'll need a different transmission. If it is a manual, the original will work
@frankguerra3314 4 жыл бұрын
@@ultimateenginuity4258 so I guess I am going to have to get a different drive shaft then???
@user-zd6yn8cl2u 2 ай бұрын
All i lak doing getting my 7 and 8 fireing and getting gas running fare just need that then im done you have a separate video just for that would be great
@user-zd6yn8cl2u 2 ай бұрын
Any help would be greatly appreciated
@user-zd6yn8cl2u 2 ай бұрын
Using the v6 pci
@user-zd6yn8cl2u 2 ай бұрын
Tried the v8 no go on it
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