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6.1 Swap into 2015-16 charger r/t?

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Old Jun 18, 2024 | 11:48 PM
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Default 6.1 Swap into 2015-16 charger r/t?

First off I'm completely new to the Mopar shnizz! Is a 6.1 swap possible for the 2015 charger R/T?? I don't want to bore the 5.7 or build it at that matter with forged internals if the 6.1 already has a forged bottom end. I want to make use of forced induction on the 6.1 with the gen 6 Whipple supercharger that I've been generously gifted for my birthday😊(was supposed the be 5.7 3.0l but got the 6.1 3.0l) but I'm not upset one bit! but the problem is I don't have a 6.1 but I have the money for one, but not for a car that ALREADY has one! and that brings me to question will it fit? is it plug and play? mechanical things? also I'm aware that the 5.7 and the 6.1 share the same transmission but differ with the programming that run them. Spill any knowledge you may have and feel free to correct me in any way! IM HERE TO LEARN!💪
 
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Originally Posted by PAPASKIDD
First off I'm completely new to the Mopar shnizz! Is a 6.1 swap possible for the 2015 charger R/T?? I don't want to bore the 5.7 or build it at that matter with forged internals if the 6.1 already has a forged bottom end. I want to make use of forced induction on the 6.1 with the gen 6 Whipple supercharger that I've been generously gifted for my birthday😊(was supposed the be 5.7 3.0l but got the 6.1 3.0l) but I'm not upset one bit! but the problem is I don't have a 6.1 but I have the money for one, but not for a car that ALREADY has one! and that brings me to question will it fit? is it plug and play? mechanical things? also I'm aware that the 5.7 and the 6.1 share the same transmission but differ with the programming that run them. Spill any knowledge you may have and feel free to correct me in any way! IM HERE TO LEARN!💪
Possible yes, but not realistic. 6.1 is a non-VVT engine and you have a 3rd generation VVT platform. 6.1's don't use forged pistons. The whipple for an 06-10 6.1 will not work with your accessory drive. No, it is not plug and play; a 6.4 just about would be. The pre-eagle 5.7 and 6.1 shared transmissions, however your 5.7 (eagle) and a 6.1 have not. You can easily put a 6.4 in your car, however it will need a trans tune to recalibrate it for the increased power, especially if you intend to boost it. You will also need to upgrade your rear diff & axles as well as suspension, brakes and tires to match.
 
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