Dodge Ram V10 Conversion Questions
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Dodge Ram V10 Conversion Questions
I have a 1998 Dodge Ram 1500. It has the 5.2 V8 Magnum in it with a 5 speed transmission. I am looking at putting a V10 in it. Just got a few questions about the process. Pretty much my main question is if the V10 will bolt up to my transmission. Or am I going to have to find a donor truck with a V10 AND a standard transmission? I know I need a donor truck, for the computer and wiring harness and all that good stuff. And will I have to beef up my frame? If anyone could help please do! I could use the help!
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Ok. Another question. Should I put a turbocharger or supercharger on my 318? Which one is more reliable? And I also am quite concered about fuel economy. I want raw power, but I also want better fuel economy.
This is all going onto another engine. The one in my truck has over 256k miles on it. It definately is a tired engine.
This is all going onto another engine. The one in my truck has over 256k miles on it. It definately is a tired engine.
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Ok. Another question. Should I put a turbocharger or supercharger on my 318? Which one is more reliable? And I also am quite concered about fuel economy. I want raw power, but I also want better fuel economy.
This is all going onto another engine. The one in my truck has over 256k miles on it. It definately is a tired engine.
This is all going onto another engine. The one in my truck has over 256k miles on it. It definately is a tired engine.
More reliable depends on the parts being used, not all turbos and superchargers are created equal. With a turbo you never have to worry about belt slip, which is common on pretty much ever supercharger kit for Magnums. If you run a remote turbo like me, you've gotta use a quality oil scavenge pump.
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dodgeman, I have dreams where I take an 70's 4 door dodge body and put it on a v10 frame that had a tree or something ruin the cab. I'm hoping my dad's v10 has something like that happen in a few years.
Hahns, every time you post something, I really enjoy reading it. thank you sir!
Hahns, every time you post something, I really enjoy reading it. thank you sir!
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The problem I have is it's a fine line, I need something where it isn't ruining a perfectly good truck, but it doesn't have a bad enough problem where taking off the body isn't the only thing major to deal with. I think the cab mounts and parts of the cab are really rusty on my dad's, but the frame is still nice. I don't want any trucks to die for my dream though. But how awesome would that be? old style with new suspension and drivetrain?