2005 dodge [ram 1500](/topics-ram-1500/)


2005 dodge [ram 1500](/topics-ram-1500/) Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your Ram 1500 yourself? What have you tried so far? No Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I conne...

2005 dodge [ram 1500](/topics-ram-1500/) Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your Ram 1500 yourself? What have you tried so far? No Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you? I want to know if a 97 dodge ram 1500 engine is compatible

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Hello and thank you for using JustAnswer. My name is \*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\* I will do my best to assist you. During this conversation you will be given an automated offer for a phone call. You may accept or decline that offer.I don’t personally offer this service so if you take this another tech may call I’m sorry that you’re having trouble with your vehicle. I will do my best to help you resolve them. Please understand that I do not know your knowledge or capabilities so I may need to ask questions to find out basic information to help solve your specific problem. My aim is to give you the best service possible and to help you. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to let me know. Sometimes it may take a moment for me to respond because I may have to look up information about your concern. I appreciate your patience and will provide responses as soon as possible. No, there is a world of difference between a 97 and 05, including but not limited to - vvt actuators and solenoids, number of cam sensors, wiring harness, computer, engine mounts, engine to transmission bolt pattern, crank sensor placement and how it reads, secondary ignition system(distributor versus coil on plugs) Thanks for using Just Answer and letting me help you. I hope I provided what you needed. If you find more help is still needed, let me know by listing out any remaining questions you have on this concern. I hope the remainder of your day is well

Okay thanksCan you tell me what engine are interchangeable
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HI You can use a 4.7 from a 2005 thru 2007 Ram 1500, Grand Cherokee or Durango

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