Reed44 Posted December 12, 2012 Report Share Posted December 12, 2012 I have been trying to find info on doing this but cant seem to find anything related to how I may be doing this. Maybe someone on here might have some details for me. I found a good deal on a 93 1st gen cummins with trans. I want to swap it in place of my 5.9 gas. What all will I need? Im looking for all kinds of info from what to do about the fuel lines, to wiring this in to make sure everything from gauges to the transmission shifts right. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPL_Josh Posted December 12, 2012 Report Share Posted December 12, 2012 Beef up the front suspension because that motor is about twice as heavy. Its a 12valve but not the famed p-pump version. Check the diesel forums that'd be the place with all the info Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed44 Posted December 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted December 12, 2012 I have put in a dana 60 front and bds lift so that part should be good. I have looked at a bunch of diesel sites but cant seem to find much info further than swapping out a powerstroke for a cummins. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPL_Josh Posted December 12, 2012 Report Share Posted December 12, 2012 http://www.thedieselpageforums.com/tdpforum/forumdisplay.php?f=58 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeesammy Posted December 12, 2012 Report Share Posted December 12, 2012 Just buy a 12v truck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed44 Posted December 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted December 13, 2012 I looked through all 19 pages on that link, couldn't find any info related to what i'm trying to do. Lots of 6.2/6.5 conversion info though. If funds allowed, I would just go buy one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spankis Posted December 13, 2012 Report Share Posted December 13, 2012 Well it's been done, start reading: http://www.cumminsforum.com/forum/94-98-performance-parts-discussion/318125-ram-1500-12v-cummins-swap.html http://dodgeforum.com/forum/3rd-gen-ram-tech/251727-project-done-12v-cummins-in-an-03-1500-functioning-like-oem.html http://dodgeforum.com/forum/2nd-gen-ram/291413-cummins-in-a-1-2-ton.html http://www.cumminsforum.com/forum/94-98-powertrain/487479-dodge-ram-1500-cummins-turbo-diesel-lots-pics.html http://www.cumminsforum.com/forum/94-98-powertrain/151814-12-valve-cummins-1998-ram-1500-a.html http://www.cumminsforum.com/forum/94-98-powertrain/263632-94-4x4-1500-5-2-318-12v-cummins.html http://www.cumminsforum.com/forum/cummins-conversions-shop-talk-tools-fabrication/2775-cost-12v-swap-into-2nd-gen-ram-1500-a.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed44 Posted December 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted December 13, 2012 Thanks for the links. I found alot of info on there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spankis Posted December 13, 2012 Report Share Posted December 13, 2012 Mounts should be simple, and your upgraded axles should give you a head start. If you're planning on hauling/towing 3/4 ton loads, probably look into adding the crossmember to the frame, or some other reinforcement, as well as the 3/4 ton springs and overloads. I can't offer much transmission insight though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed44 Posted December 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted December 13, 2012 I will definitely be hauling/towing and running it hard in general. There's seems to be a lot of concern about the 1500 frame so I think I will just box it in the rest of the way. I really want to stay auto but that seems to be going out the window since I'm looking to be somewhere between 500-600 hp and 800+ tq. Looks like a nv4500 is a good route to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPL_Josh Posted December 13, 2012 Report Share Posted December 13, 2012 500-600hp on a ve pump? your gonna need a long list of parts considering the p-pump trucks were rated are 250 and you mentioned the 93 which was rated at 160. 4kgsk head studs Fire ringed Turbo injectors valve work intercooler plus transmission and driveline supports Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed44 Posted December 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted December 13, 2012 I will be going through the motor before installing it and doing the necessary upgrades to get there. NV4500 trans will be strong enough since this seems like the route I'm going. Haven't figured out which transfer case to go with though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPL_Josh Posted December 13, 2012 Report Share Posted December 13, 2012 (edited) Nv4500 is strong enough with a dual or triple disc clutch. That's what I have (nv4500 with a twin disc) mines starring to slip. Once I replace it hopefully Dyno. I'd be happy with 350-380hp. Your switching to p-pump I hope? Edited December 13, 2012 by SPL_Josh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed44 Posted December 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted December 13, 2012 Yeah I will be switching it over to p-pump. I would be happy with that hp range also, just like to hope for 500. I'm assuming you have a dodge as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPL_Josh Posted December 13, 2012 Report Share Posted December 13, 2012 Yeah I will be switching it over to p-pump. I would be happy with that hp range also, just like to hope for 500. I'm assuming you have a dodge as well 96 12valve 3500 2wd nv4500 Running the Max boost the stock Turbo can handle (35lbs) timings advanced Stock intake and filter 4" Turbo back Next year will be doing: 3kgsk maybe hx40 and bigger sticks 2pc manifold And better intake manifold and probably it. with that I should be easily 425ish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed44 Posted December 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted December 13, 2012 Nice. I would like to see the dyno run on that when you get it finished Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DOZZER Posted December 14, 2012 Report Share Posted December 14, 2012 Did someone say diesel swap? :ninja: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XChris1632X Posted December 15, 2012 Report Share Posted December 15, 2012 You will be money and time ahead to buy a 94-98 donor truck. I bought one for 1500. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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