2008 Dakota with Cummins Diesel swap 

I have an 08 raider, I was thinking the same thing

Here is the build thread. dodgeforum.com/forum/3rd-gen-dakota-general-discussion/316318-the-truck-dodge-should-have-built.html

Bend me right over 12v near me 1500$ can get the 08 clean af but 313k i might need to check this thread out

Way cheaper to do the 2L VW TDI and probably better power. A few guys have done them in Dakota's and they work well. We have one in an 08 JKU and love the 30 MPG fuel economy. TDC will have the adapter for that. us.tdconversions.com/dodge

Go bmw m57. Adapters for the 8 speed are available and standalone ecu for the m57 are available

@@4rubberzadayare you saying it’s better to go with m57 engine or trans? Bit confused on what you meant

Thanks, those engines were in delivery vans like UPS trucks in 2000-2004? You can find them online at truck wreckers. Just about have my new one finished. 2014 Ram 1500 with the same ISB170 and the 8 speed auto.

@@ofdtdconversions8445 that's awesome man. I have a 99 Durango that I want to diesel swap. It's my mountain vehicle and tows my pop up. Was looking at the r2.8 but I really like the power potential of these 170's never even heard of them until today. What did you pay for one? And did you get the factory harness and computer?

@@ofdtdconversions8445 also can't wait to see the ram!

@@kuhndog-1196 Usually pick up the whole van for under $4K, most came with Allison's behind them.

@@ofdtdconversions8445 I will have to look into that. What kind of mpg you get with this?

The front is just the 2" leveling spacers and the rear is done with the air bags. The front diff was dropped to give more oil pan clearance so the axle geometry is still good.

@@ofdtdconversions8445 awesome!! I was just wondering because I’m thinking about lifting my dakota and putting some bigger wheels and tires on it

@@louisjames2654 Here is the complete build dodgeforum.com/forum/3rd-gen-dakota-general-discussion/316318-the-truck-dodge-should-have-built.html

Where did u get the body lift from?

Glad you like it. Sold just after that video was uploaded. Just about finished a 2014 RAM 1500 with the same Cummins ISB170 but with the 8 speed auto.