Was this combo ever made by Dodge? 5.9L/5 speed? - Pirate4x4.Com : 4x4 and Off-Road Forum

Hero · 10-03-2006, 11:43 PM

In my quest for a better running truck, I am looking for a PCM to run a 360 infront of a NV3550. Am I looking for something that does not exist? Cause I havent been able to find one, new or used yet.

eclancy · 10-04-2006, 03:27 AM

I am pretty sure i have read there is no late model 5.9/5spd combos

98hd · 10-04-2006, 04:23 AM

Just about positive it was available in the 2500 and 3500 series trucks.

Elwenil · 10-04-2006, 05:02 AM

Yes, there was a 5 speed available behind the 360 in the 2500 series trucks. I know of one 2000 model that we sold recently.

mondtster · 10-04-2006, 06:37 AM

There was a 5.9L/NV4500 combo available in 3/4 and 1 ton trucks, but Dodge never offered a 5.9L/3550 combination in a 1/2t truck.

I assume that you are looking for an ECU again to run your truck?

Hero · 10-04-2006, 06:50 AM

Yup, while the truck is running currently, Im just trying to get it to run better. Right now, the stock 318 ECU is working, just trying to get everything 'right' if you know what I mean.

Any ideas on how to get this done? What would a AT computer do if it didnt have the tranny?

Also, anyone know where I could find the tech specs on these computers? Pinouts and such.

hy_desert_4wheeler · 10-04-2006, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Hero

Any ideas on how to get this done?.

buy the computer for a 2500 series truck.. the computer does not know whether you have a 3500 or a 4500

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Originally Posted by Hero

What would a AT computer do if it didnt have the tranny?.

I believe the AT computer will through codes and light up the check engine light as I believe it recieves inputs from the auto tranny..

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Originally Posted by Hero

Also, anyone know where I could find the tech specs on these computers? Pinouts and such.

factory service manual should have the wiring diagram showing the pinouts as well as the voltage ranges..

BigGreenMonster · 10-05-2006, 09:35 PM

you can either try and score a pcm from a 2500 or 3500 with a manual or you can contact a shop here that is getting custom pcm flashes done from a chyrsler software engineer. they can take any j series pcm and write it for your spacific needs. manual, fuel curves and any mods you have. if you are interested it let me know and i will shoot you there info.

Hero · 10-06-2006, 04:34 AM

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Originally Posted by BigGreenMonster

you can either try and score a pcm from a 2500 or 3500 with a manual or you can contact a shop here that is getting custom pcm flashes done from a chyrsler software engineer. they can take any j series pcm and write it for your spacific needs. manual, fuel curves and any mods you have. if you are interested it let me know and i will shoot you there info.

Would love to have that info. Please send!

pcorssmit · 10-06-2006, 06:09 AM

The problem you may have running a 2500 or 3500 program is that they are often tuned differently than 1/2 ton ones, since they are subject to the heavy duty emissions (8600 and over GVW). Can't say for sure about the Dodges (mine got a mechanical smoker

), but I know on 350 Chevys they are different.

Hero · 10-06-2006, 09:23 AM

Pcorssmit,

In what way are they tuned differently?

pcorssmit · 10-06-2006, 11:19 AM

The heavier trucks are designed to run under sustained high throttle condition, and sometimes have a bit less power, plus work with different emissions equiptment.

Pete

dodgethis12 · 10-06-2006, 12:46 PM

i have a 94 1500 sb reg cab with a 3500 5 spd and a 360. It was a special order option only in 94-95. After that it was not available at all.

BigGreenMonster · 10-06-2006, 02:09 PM

stuff sent

superhawk2002 · 10-12-2006, 09:20 PM

I swapped a manual into my truck (2nd gen) and no codes were thrown by the auto PCM...

I have used an auto PCM in both Chrysler and GM vehicles that were equipped with manuals and have not had any issues or codes thrown...

10-03-2006, 11:43 PM	#1 (permalink)
Hero Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Member # 22799 Location: Central Alabama Posts: 897	Was this combo ever made by Dodge? 5.9L/5 speed? In my quest for a better running truck, I am looking for a PCM to run a 360 infront of a NV3550. Am I looking for something that does not exist? Cause I havent been able to find one, new or used yet. __________________ -- Hero

10-04-2006, 03:27 AM	#2 (permalink)
eclancy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Member # 80179 Location: over yonder Posts: 58	I am pretty sure i have read there is no late model 5.9/5spd combos __________________ 08 Taco 4x4, 92 W250 Cummins, 4x4, 5spd buggy thing: 4bt, hydraulic drive d60/70, 38"s

10-04-2006, 05:02 AM	#4 (permalink)
Elwenil Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Member # 41063 Location: Covington, VA Posts: 5,793	Yes, there was a 5 speed available behind the 360 in the 2500 series trucks. I know of one 2000 model that we sold recently. __________________ 1988 Dodge AW450 Ramcharger - 318TBI - NP435 - NP205 - D60s

10-04-2006, 06:50 AM	#6 (permalink)
Hero Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Member # 22799 Location: Central Alabama Posts: 897	Yup, while the truck is running currently, Im just trying to get it to run better. Right now, the stock 318 ECU is working, just trying to get everything 'right' if you know what I mean. Any ideas on how to get this done? What would a AT computer do if it didnt have the tranny? Also, anyone know where I could find the tech specs on these computers? Pinouts and such. __________________ -- Hero

10-06-2006, 06:09 AM	#10 (permalink)
pcorssmit Rock God Join Date: May 2001 Member # 4406 Location: Denver Posts: 2,335	The problem you may have running a 2500 or 3500 program is that they are often tuned differently than 1/2 ton ones, since they are subject to the heavy duty emissions (8600 and over GVW). Can't say for sure about the Dodges (mine got a mechanical smoker ), but I know on 350 Chevys they are different. __________________ Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways , beer in hand, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "WOW, what a ride." Last edited by pcorssmit; 10-06-2006 at 06:09 AM.

10-04-2006, 04:23 AM	#3 (permalink)
98hd Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Member # 28779 Location: Reedsburg, WI / Trenary MI Posts: 299	Just about positive it was available in the 2500 and 3500 series trucks.

10-04-2006, 06:37 AM	#5 (permalink)
mondtster Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Member # 25349 Location: Waterloo, IA Posts: 3,648	There was a 5.9L/NV4500 combo available in 3/4 and 1 ton trucks, but Dodge never offered a 5.9L/3550 combination in a 1/2t truck. I assume that you are looking for an ECU again to run your truck?

10-06-2006, 09:23 AM	#11 (permalink)
Hero Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Member # 22799 Location: Central Alabama Posts: 897	Pcorssmit, In what way are they tuned differently? __________________ -- Hero

10-06-2006, 11:19 AM	#12 (permalink)
pcorssmit Rock God Join Date: May 2001 Member # 4406 Location: Denver Posts: 2,335	The heavier trucks are designed to run under sustained high throttle condition, and sometimes have a bit less power, plus work with different emissions equiptment. Pete __________________ Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways , beer in hand, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "WOW, what a ride."

10-06-2006, 12:46 PM	#13 (permalink)
dodgethis12 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Member # 27482 Location: Eastern VA Posts: 31	i have a 94 1500 sb reg cab with a 3500 5 spd and a 360. It was a special order option only in 94-95. After that it was not available at all.

10-12-2006, 09:20 PM	#15 (permalink)
superhawk2002 Rock God Join Date: Jan 2006 Member # 65765 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 1,286	I swapped a manual into my truck (2nd gen) and no codes were thrown by the auto PCM... I have used an auto PCM in both Chrysler and GM vehicles that were equipped with manuals and have not had any issues or codes thrown...

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