You didn't say if you have a 2wd or 4x4. This is what I know about the 4x4
models.
If you use a magnum 5.2 block than you may be able to reuse the stock
mounts. The motor mounts consist to 4 parts. A left and right bracket and
a left and right isolator.
The right bracket (part # 4412102) and the left (part # 4348555) was used
from 87-96 in both the V6 and V8 models. These are the part of the mounts
that actually bolts to the block and tranny.
There is a difference between the isolators on V6 & V8. The isolators are
attached to the frame and are also the mounts for the front axle housing.
87-90R (part # 4412104) V6
87-90L (part # 4348557) V6
91-96R (part # 52017548) V6
91-96L (part # 52017549) V6
The V6 isolators were changed in 91 because of a slight design change in the
front axle housing.
90-96R (part # 52004286) V8
90-96L (part # 52004287) V8
The V8 models have different isolators because of larger bushings for the
additional torque.
Pre-magnum engines mount in a different place (further forward on the block)
and would require major modifications to the mounts, though it is not
impossible. I've seen a 87 2wd Dakota at local car shows that has an early
70's 340 small block.
Walter_Felix@MSN.COM
88' Dakota Sport 4x4
WWW.GeoCities.Com/MotorCity/Downs/9219
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Date: Wednesday, August 12, 1998 2:22 PM
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>Has anyone else but me dropped a 318 in a early dakota such as an 87? i
>am
>wondering what luck you had and what problems you ran into. Mine is
>running
>nice now. I used the engine and transmission from a 1985 chrysler 5th
>avenue.
>It is a strong motor with a good automatic tranny. The rear end in the
>truck
>is much lower which affests the accuracy of the speedo, but for the most
>part
>that is the extent of my trouubles. If anyone wants to attempt this
>procedure
>let me know i'll tell you all of the stuff to watch out for
>
>
>I'm new to the list and I have a 1987 LE with 168,000 miles on it. The
>engine is OK, but I have recently been thinking about just such a swap.
>I also figured an older, rebuilt 318 would be perfect. My questions
>would be: did you have to modify the engine mounts? Or did it more or
>less just drop in?
>
>I would appreciate it if you would let me know what you found out.
>
>Thanks, Gary Palmer
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