Hello all,

I've found a bunch of good information here, but I was wondering if anyone had any information on doing a driveline swap.

CURRENT SITUATION:
I've got a 2000 Intrepid with a 2.7 in her. The engines a little wonky and I'd like to swap it. I also have a 2001 Intrepid with a 3.2 (so easy wiring hookup, etc). It was lightly rolled, but the engine and transmission are fine.

I'd like to perform a swap, but rather than just an engine swap I'd also like to do the transmission. I think the hookups would be easier.

QUESTIONS
1. Would swapping both be easier than swapping both individually? Keep in mind I have no problems cutting the 2001 Intrepid up. The acetylene torch is just itching to go. Or is just swapping the engine the easiest option?

2. Has anyone here ever done this? Experiences or links would be appreciated.

3. Are there any "tricks" to make the swap go easier/faster? All would be great.


I've got a full "farm" shop so tools, elbow-grease, and plenty of cuss words are ready to go ;)

I've got the following links, but they seem to be engine swap only:

http://www.dodgetalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=45070
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080112105438AAgIC5m
http://dodgeforum.com/forum/dodge-discussion-forums/f-31.html
http://www.automotivehelper.com/topic241400.htm
http://www.oilsludge.com/
http://lxforums.com/board/index.php
http://dodgeforum.com/forum/dodge-discussion-forums/f-92.html
http://forums.neons.org/viewtopic.php?f=46&t=340500&p=2773793
http://www.dodgeintrepid.net/forums/t39677/
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Can_you_swap_a_2.7_Dodge_Intrepid_engine_for_a_3.5
http://www.dodgetalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=151694
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20071217132331AA0k57T
http://www.mail-archive.com/dodge_intrepid@yahoogroups.com/msg00867.html
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320338448239&viewitem=

Any and all input is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Keep the 3.2 transmission for a spare if it's still good, the 2.7 transmission is identical to the 3.2 version but may have a slightly higher final drive ratio which would give you better acceleration from a standing start.

I have done it and it is easy.The way you are doing it is the easier way with a donor car,much cheaper than the kit and you have the parts on hand.