Man...You've got the perfect truck for a 340CID/45RH -
Engine/Transmission swap! (That's if you want a serious street/strip
truck.) :)
If the 5spd was for the 4/6 cylinder...I doubt that it would hold up to
the V8. You may want to consider an automatic trans swap with manual
shift valve body since you don't have all the electronics to worry about
(unlike the later model Dakota's).
Definitely check with EngineSwaps.com as others suggested...lots of
options for your model.
- Bernd
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net] On Behalf Of Joe
Lenceski
Sent: Saturday, May 10, 2003 3:34 AM
To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
Subject: DML: 3.9L to 5.2L Swap
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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