So yesterday I went and got the Hemi. I found a 2004 Ram 1500 2wd at a local pick n pull with the 5.7. I got the engine, transmission, and harness from the Ram, then, in the same row was a 2009 Chrysler Aspen with the Eagle 5.7. We snagged the heads, valve covers and coil packs from it. When I pulled the heads, I found that the #2 cylinder intake valve suffered from the typical valve seat failure of the early 03-08 Hemi's so it looks like it will take a trip to the machine shop and a new set of pistons. Not really sure yet which way to go with what pistons to put in it.
As far as the transmission goes, I plan on using the 545RFE but may end up with a Transgo shift kit but I also need to find a 2007-2008 Ram PCM so I can access the transmission tune with HP Tuners. I also grabbed the rear driveshaft for the truck so I can use the truck slip yoke.
Enjoy the pics! So far this is just some of the damage and the engine cleaned up with some Gunk Engine Degreaser and my pressure washer. I plan on tearing it down later in the week.
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