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Old 08-07-2018, 10:48 AM
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Anyone here heard of or know of someone swapping out a 4.7L to the 5.9L ??
Looking at doing this to my 03 Dakota.
 
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Old 08-07-2018, 10:52 AM
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If you search this section, there are plenty of threads on the subject already.
 
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More work than it's worth. 5.9 won't bolt to your trans either.
 
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More work than it's worth. 5.9 won't bolt to your trans either.
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Requires new transmission, driveshaft, engine, motor mounts, computer, wiring harness, A/C hoses and lines, among other things.
 



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