3.9 to 5.9 Swap
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RE: 3.9 to 5.9 Swap - 4/5/2008 4:42:02 PM
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wink2873
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wow, you're actually going to do it... you talked about it so long i figured you'd never do it lol. anyway, whats the story with the engine? are you going to do anything with it before you drop it in?
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RE: 3.9 to 5.9 Swap - 4/5/2008 4:53:37 PM
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NatesDakota
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Keep this going!!! I was just talking about this with a friend....I was actually talking about swaping to the 5.2L....either way I badddllly want to do this....I want to take it to a reputable mechanic and have it done....anyone know of anywhere I can go in Minnesota or Northern Ontario to have this swap done....dont want to tackle myself!
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RE: 3.9 to 5.9 Swap - 4/6/2008 12:35:28 AM
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varsis
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Yea, I was going to sell the truck, but it is more feasible and cheaper for me to just do a engine drop! Also very cool to do, because il have a one of a kinda ish trucks.
Tonight is what I did:
Engine Prep
Remove air box. (Pain must I say some dumb stuff you just have to yank or something... lol)
Remove wiring harness from the panel. (Need to re hook because im dumb and forgot to de-pressurize the fuel lines..), But thats only a minor set back.
Removed ac and Power Steering. (Everything else is coming with the engine.)
Since I got a complete engine, (Not one thing missing. All I have to do is disconnect and connect the major wires from everything, than drop!)
I think I might have the 3.9 out in an hour or two. If I can find a way to de-pressurize the fuel lines without connecting that would be great.
Chris
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RE: 3.9 to 5.9 Swap - 4/6/2008 8:47:25 AM
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varsis
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Just wondering, but how do most of you tackle the top bolts (Transmission side, for the engine. They are in such a hard spot) I am pretty much at the point of removing the starter, than the bolts from engine to tranny. Thats it and she is out! I got the fuel line off, starter is a pain already I tried but I think I have to remove the bracket that is in the way... :S But I will get it done it once before already...
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RE: 3.9 to 5.9 Swap - 4/6/2008 8:48:38 AM
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NatesDakota
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Ahh man this is bad ass.....keep us updated....I really want to find a shop in the area surrounding me so I can get this done too....I was going to sell my 03'QC but I really only hate this truck because it lacks all sorts of power because of the 3.9L especailly because im ALWAYS towing....if I had the v8 I would be happy....has any of the other members done a swap of this sort....I wish they would chime in and give some suggestions....
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RE: 3.9 to 5.9 Swap - 4/6/2008 8:53:10 AM
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varsis
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ORIGINAL: NatesDakota
Ahh man this is bad ass.....keep us updated....I really want to find a shop in the area surrounding me so I can get this done too....I was going to sell my 03'QC but I really only hate this truck because it lacks all sorts of power because of the 3.9L especailly because im ALWAYS towing....if I had the v8 I would be happy....has any of the other members done a swap of this sort....I wish they would chime in and give some suggestions....
Il go take some pictures of the engine disassembled to where it is now today. It will be pretty easy swap, nothing too complicated.
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RE: 3.9 to 5.9 Swap - 4/6/2008 10:33:56 AM
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varsis
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Just some quick images before/after
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RE: 3.9 to 5.9 Swap - 4/6/2008 11:28:20 AM
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NatesDakota
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Well power to youuu in this....Im excited for you to get this done so you can let us all know how it turns out....if you dont mind me asking....what do you think this will cost in the end....I think the 5.2L is big enough for me....but damn that 5.9L is gonna be a beast.....
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RE: 3.9 to 5.9 Swap - 4/6/2008 12:18:20 PM
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wink2873
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i cant tell... did you get the 5.9 in yet? have you had a chance to see it run? also, what did the 5.9 come out of or do you know?
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88 dakota 3.9 5-speed RC. stock
2001 dakota 3.9 auto CC
AIRAID CAI
Dynomax 3" superturbo catback
Hughes Stage one intake manifold
NGK's with minor ignition work
5.9 TB
180Tstat
Next: 4:10's W/LSD, 1.7rr's
2003 Harley Wide Glide, loud
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RE: 3.9 to 5.9 Swap - 4/6/2008 1:21:02 PM
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RoaminGnome
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All i have to say is SWEET! Most people on here say its just easier and maybe even cheaper to just replace the entire truck than an engine swap. Definatly awsome and glad to see it being done. It was asked before but did you do anything to the 5.9 or you just swapping right now?
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RE: 3.9 to 5.9 Swap - 4/6/2008 1:30:22 PM
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jonnymagnum
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I glad you went through with it. theres sooo many people that just keep asking questions and say there gonna do it, but never do
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RE: 3.9 to 5.9 Swap - 4/6/2008 1:34:23 PM
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varsis
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ORIGINAL: RoaminGnome
All i have to say is SWEET! Most people on here say its just easier and maybe even cheaper to just replace the entire truck than an engine swap. Definatly awsome and glad to see it being done. It was asked before but did you do anything to the 5.9 or you just swapping right now?
Just swapping the 5.9 in. Might buy some headers though.
I haven't put it in yet, just trying to remove it. So far I have done this all by myself. But im getting close 8 more bolts about. Just need help on a few because it's hard to do by yourself and also need to do the japanese wrist breaking bends lol. But so far pretty smooth.
The 5.9 came from a r/t 1999, guy rolled it but looks more like he flipped it lol. one little dent on the top of the cab, thats it and the frame was screwed but the engine was fine. It has 170k km's, but I got it for 800 bucks so can't pass that up! (about 105 k miles) Around here these go for about 1,500. Hard to find them too. Just can't wait to drive it out of the garage. The engine came complete too, harness, pcm, ac, ect.. If anyone in canada is looking for a power steering pump or ac compressor. Give me a shout!
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