Re: 3.9L to 5.2L Swap

From: Gary Hedlin (ghedlin@theramp.net)
Date: Sat May 10 2003 - 06:26:21 EDT


You might be better off getting a schumacher kit and dropping a 440 big
block in there. You'll probably be replacing the tranny annyway, so why not
get the most bang for your buck.

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Gary Hedlin
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""Joe Lenceski"" <hyperbole47@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:Law15-F179tMTF4ia5w0000efc6@hotmail.com...
>
> Should I attempt this? My crappy 3.9L has no power. How much time and
money
> do I need to invest? Will my stock 5-speed bolt up to the engine?  Will
the
> new engine even fit without massive modifications? Is the swap even worth
> doing? It's a 1987 Dakota, 5 speed manual, 3.9L with the 8' bed, it has
> under 96000 original miles and no body damage or rust. This truck is worth
> keeping. I'm new to the list and need advice. Thank You
>
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