Questions for newer dakota owners
Actually we had a guy on DodgeTalk that transplanted a stock 5.7L in his '06 Dakota. contrary to Dodge's claims, the engine fits fine. He only had to fabricate the motor mounts and modify the oil pan to clear his front axle (4wd). There of course were other issues like cooling fans, lines, etc...but even the stock 4.7L ECM ran the 5.7L......Beastly little ride....but it's gotta be a little nose heavy now.
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