Right, so I have searched, and looked at the FAQs, along with numerous threads and google searches. However I am at times finding conflicting information. So need some clarification.
Background information; 95 Laredo with the 318/5.2. Virtually everything is leaking, so instead of going through the hassle of being without a vehicle to fix such, im opting to just do a 5.9/360 swap. Plus who doesn't want a little more power out of their Jeep?
Anyways, I know I need a z vin 5.9, and Ive found quite a few option at my disposal at good prices. Any z code 360's from what is it 96-01 Dodge ram 1500/2500s and vans should work correct? So long as its a z code motor?
Next is according to the FAQs, for the 93-95 360 swap, "Late '95 ZJs may not need the torque converter because some of them came with '96 flexplate and torque converter." So late model as in how late? Like 6/94+ build date or?
Then to the flexplate. My understanding is Id need a flexplate of a 5.9 ZJ right? Or according to the FAQs I can "oval out" one of the hole and make it work. Not too fond of that idea, so if someone can clarify which flexplates will work without ovaling anything id appreciate it. If there are any other then a 5.9's.
Motor mount, no big deal, be going with Ironman mounts, so just order ones for the 5.9 correct?
And I think lastly (at least the only other thing I really need clarification on) is the ECU. Some say I "need" a 98 5.9 ECU. Others say keep the 318's as it'll work without issue. I believe I read on a thread Ratmonkey said you can use the stock 318 ecu, without issues, but recommends getting it tuned. However you really wont see many issues without a tune. SCT Tuners are out of stock as of right now anyways so that'd have to be put off for now. The other option for ECUs I read was a mopar performance ecu, but seeing as how hard those puppies are to find, I'm thinking the 318 ecu is what ill be using.
As people are helping me with this, ill still be researching and what not other threads and info. Especially ratmonkeys build which I have bookmarked.
Appreciate any and all help, as well as clarifications for the things aforementioned.:cheers:
Background information; 95 Laredo with the 318/5.2. Virtually everything is leaking, so instead of going through the hassle of being without a vehicle to fix such, im opting to just do a 5.9/360 swap. Plus who doesn't want a little more power out of their Jeep?
Anyways, I know I need a z vin 5.9, and Ive found quite a few option at my disposal at good prices. Any z code 360's from what is it 96-01 Dodge ram 1500/2500s and vans should work correct? So long as its a z code motor?
Next is according to the FAQs, for the 93-95 360 swap, "Late '95 ZJs may not need the torque converter because some of them came with '96 flexplate and torque converter." So late model as in how late? Like 6/94+ build date or?
Then to the flexplate. My understanding is Id need a flexplate of a 5.9 ZJ right? Or according to the FAQs I can "oval out" one of the hole and make it work. Not too fond of that idea, so if someone can clarify which flexplates will work without ovaling anything id appreciate it. If there are any other then a 5.9's.
Motor mount, no big deal, be going with Ironman mounts, so just order ones for the 5.9 correct?
And I think lastly (at least the only other thing I really need clarification on) is the ECU. Some say I "need" a 98 5.9 ECU. Others say keep the 318's as it'll work without issue. I believe I read on a thread Ratmonkey said you can use the stock 318 ecu, without issues, but recommends getting it tuned. However you really wont see many issues without a tune. SCT Tuners are out of stock as of right now anyways so that'd have to be put off for now. The other option for ECUs I read was a mopar performance ecu, but seeing as how hard those puppies are to find, I'm thinking the 318 ecu is what ill be using.
As people are helping me with this, ill still be researching and what not other threads and info. Especially ratmonkeys build which I have bookmarked.
Appreciate any and all help, as well as clarifications for the things aforementioned.:cheers: