i have been reading lots of different stuff about the swap. i currently have a 95 Dakota that i lifted and over size tires and the 3.9 just don't cut it pulling hills or loaded . so i got a hold of a 5.2 out of a 95 1500 ram. needs rebuilt

so should i do just a stock rebuild top to bottom with out any performance parts or give the 318 a little boost?

what can my stock 5spd handle not sure of what model it is.

i cant find a diagram about splicing the extra 2 injectors in.

will the radiator need replaced?

will the oil pan fit?

thinking about ding a duel exhaust will i need to do something with O2 sensors? removing the cats. 2.5 or 3 inch? full duel or just duel after muffler?

sorry lots of questions. i have never done a swap before.

 

Dakota's came with the 5.2, so, the parts to drop it in there are available. It should also bolt up to the NV3500 in your Dak..... just need a different flywheel, etc.

You will need to come up with a harness, and PCM to run the 5.2 though. It is a sequential injection system, so, injectors are fired individually... best bet is to scour the local wrecking yards, and see if you can find one with the stuff you need.

Welcome to DF! Check out the first gen dakota section for even more info.

 

Welcome to DF. Post in the 1st gen Dakota section for assistance.