1st year in a dodge was 1992 in 2x4 and 4x4, but behind 5.2 only. It gets sketchy in 94 on what used what in a 1500, but most were nv3500s if 5.2 after 94. If it had a 5.9, should have a 4500. Used thru 2005? behind assorted engines, including 5.7.
Bellhousing is unique to 4500
Bellhousing differs gas to diesel
As for swapping, need the bell, hydraulic clutch setup, move shifter position in floor back, longer front sdriveshaft and shorter rear driveshaft.
Certain transfer cases may not mate to 4500, but 241 will and easy to get/swap in
Last edited by jerseybud; 09/06/17 08:37 PM.