can I put a 318 Dodge motor into a 1989 Dodge Dakota sport 4 wheel drive short wheel base

Asked by Michael Apr 02, 2015 at 12:58 PM about the 1989 Dodge Dakota 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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CamaroCollector answered 9 years ago

It will fit but you may have to buy an oil pan for that application, also motor mount location may have to be changed

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madmopar answered 9 years ago

shouldn't be an issue if you get a 318 from a Dakota or change oil pan. you will have to run electric fans like the Shelby's did.

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