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03-02-2013, 07:15 PM
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Newb
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Green Pond, AL
Name: John
Age: 34
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V6 to V8 swap
Hi im John, new to the forum. I have a 99 Ram 1500 with the measly V6 and I want to replace it with a V8. What all do I need to make the transplant?
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03-02-2013, 09:51 PM
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Cummins Member
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Palm Harbor Florida
Name: Lou
Age: 66
Posts: 2,861
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Motor [trans maybe] computer,wire harness,fan shroud,radiator?[idk]. My opinion would be sell what ya got and buy a v8 truck, the investment in the swap ain't worth the trouble plus you'll never get it back at sale time. Just my 2 cents.
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03-03-2013, 12:33 AM
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Newb
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Green Pond, AL
Name: John
Age: 34
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Well my parents wont let me sell it nor trade it. I have access to engines, transmissions is an iffy. My big dilemma would be computer and wiring harness.
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03-03-2013, 01:43 PM
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Super Moderator
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: High Point, NC
Name: Paul
Age: 62
Posts: 2,639
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A lot will be determined on if you want the 5.2L (318 CI) or the 5.9L (360 CI). Good luck with your project. Also welcome to the family.
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03-03-2013, 09:02 PM
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Cummins Member
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Palm Harbor Florida
Name: Lou
Age: 66
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Originally Posted by ColemaNation747
Well my parents wont let me sell it nor trade it. I have access to engines, transmissions is an iffy. My big dilemma would be computer and wiring harness.
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Find a wrecked truck [hit in rear/side] and get everything you need!!!
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Redneck engineerin beat to fit paint to match :
1966 barracuda 273 auto
2001 dodge ram 1500 quad cab
2013 Hyundai Elantra
2015 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 Coupe
All housed at the redneck mansion.
USAF Fighter Aircraft Mechanic 1979-1989
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03-04-2013, 01:18 AM
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Newb
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Green Pond, AL
Name: John
Age: 34
Posts: 7
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Originally Posted by Storm Rider
A lot will be determined on if you want the 5.2L (318 CI) or the 5.9L (360 CI). Good luck with your project. Also welcome to the family.
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I would like to get the 318, but the only ones I see are in durangos at the local pull-a-part.
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04-11-2013, 03:35 AM
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Newb
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Green Pond, AL
Name: John
Age: 34
Posts: 7
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Will a V8 from a dodge van of the same year range work?
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04-12-2013, 04:55 PM
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President - Admin
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Tampa Bay
Name: Jay
Age: 44
Posts: 5,251
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Re: V6 to V8 swap
4.7l swaps have been done, hemi and cummins swaps have been done. It all depends on the work time and resources you have.
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