Re: 1986 Dodge Ram Fitech install
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Fuel injection and points? Seems like an odd combination.
Not sure what all the PCM controls but I've removed it ALL on an 1987 Ram and also installed a 70's style 4/5 pin Mopar orange box electronic ignition and the truck still worked, including the charging system.
Moparmad, there is a truck section that you could post this question in too.
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Re: 1986 Dodge Ram Fitech install
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Some Fitech control timing too. Which do you have, PN?
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Re: 1986 Dodge Ram Fitech install
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that's not one of the ignition ones. You can run the orange box setup you mentioned. 86 is still lean burn system so the computer has minimal control over anything other than the engine, if you have an automatic it might control the unlock in the torque converter. Not a truck guy though, other than that I think there is nothing the computer does, but again, not a truck guy and it's been close to 20 years since I messed with a Ram.
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Re: 1986 Dodge Ram Fitech install
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The trans is my main concern. haven't found a good enough wiring diagram to let me know.
I do plan on changing to a 727 trans eventually(without electronic lock up) just don't have the funds now and need to get this truck up and running.
thanks for the reply.
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Re: 1986 Dodge Ram Fitech install
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No electronics in the trans, just hook up and adjust the kick down linkage.
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Re: 1986 Dodge Ram Fitech install
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Works on all the early lockups Lockup control
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Re: 1986 Dodge Ram Fitech install
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what does? the toggle switch?
I guess I could do the toggle switch for now and get a transmission later.
any other options anybody?
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Re: 1986 Dodge Ram Fitech install
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what does? the toggle switch?
I guess I could do the toggle switch for now and get a transmission later.
any other options anybody? there is no toggle switch in that kit. there is a vacuum switch that will unlock the T/C if you floor it. there is an oil pressure switch that will engage LU above a certain mph. that's is for controls, everything else is wires or fuse. You don't have an OD version so that part is not applicable.
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Re: 1986 Dodge Ram Fitech install
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Why not just not use the lockup? read the thread, it's answered.
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Re: 1986 Dodge Ram Fitech install
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There's no reason to not just leave the trans electrics unconnected, it simply won't lock up.
If you want to energize the lockup with a toggle switch you have complete control. If you forget to turn the switch off when coming to a stop, it'll drop out of lockup when the trans drops out of 3rd gear.
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