Re: Magnum -> '88 Dakota

From: Sam (sam_p@ix.netcom.com)
Date: Tue Jun 04 1996 - 10:54:07 EDT


You wrote:
>
>>Does anyone know the practicality of replaceing the 3.9 engine in my
88 4X4,
>>with an 92 or later magnium V6 or V8.
>
> Didn't Chrysler extend the Dakota's nose about 3" in '93, when they
>introduced the Magnum engines? You may be in for a difficult
>time wedging the V8 in your engine compartment. I know that clearance
>is tight on my '95 w/V8.
>
> You'd probably have better luck with the V6.
>
> Ron

    1991 was the first year of the current body style (I had a 1991 LE
Club Cab w/non magnum 5.2 V-8). It should be the same (or close to)
the Shelby Dakota, and that was in a '88 body. Check with a Shelby
Dakota owner.... There are BIG differences though between a non-Magnum
V-8 (Shelby and '91 V-8's), and Magnum V-8's (1991 1/2- Current) so you
might be on the (pardon the expression) 'cutting edge.'
    
    
    Sam '95 SLT Dakota CC 5.2/5 spd

    
 



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