Has anyone attempted (succeded?) in stuffing a B or RB block into a second gen Dakota? Having pulled the 3.9 V6 from my 02 for a freshening, I'm familiar with underhood clearences, particularly the lack of head to firewall for even the V6 or LA 8's, let alone the RB collecting dust in the oily corner of my garage. Yea, I know a 5.2 or 5.9 can be made plenty strong, was looking to do something a little different. Whacha think guys, any ideas or opinions?
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I imagine it would do as well as an A body 440, maybe even handle a little better, especially if it is a short bed Dakota, weight is about the same, aero is going to be the downfall, heavier coils in the front may be a good idea what with an extra 200 lbs being on the nose of the truck (but it may simply get it down where it belongs, too).
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This may be, but there are two different front end spring available if not mistaken. One for the 4cylinder and 3.9, another for the 5.2/5.9. I know a 440 weighs about 80 lbs more than a small block and the aluminum 484 is only slightly more than a 5.2/5.9, so as long as you have the V8 coil springs, shouldn't be a problem.
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