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    • Transmission Crossmember Gen III Hemi Swap Transmission Crossmember For 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD Hooker BlackHeart
    • Transmission Crossmember Gen III Hemi Swap Transmission Crossmember For 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD Hooker BlackHeart
    • Transmission Crossmember Gen III Hemi Swap Transmission Crossmember For 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD Hooker BlackHeart
    • Transmission Crossmember Gen III Hemi Swap Transmission Crossmember For 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD Hooker BlackHeart
    • Transmission Crossmember Gen III Hemi Swap Transmission Crossmember For 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD Hooker BlackHeart
    • Transmission Crossmember Gen III Hemi Swap Transmission Crossmember For 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD Hooker BlackHeart
    • Transmission Crossmember Gen III Hemi Swap Transmission Crossmember For 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD Hooker BlackHeart
    • Transmission Crossmember Gen III Hemi Swap Transmission Crossmember For 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD Hooker BlackHeart
    • Transmission Crossmember Gen III Hemi Swap Transmission Crossmember For 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD Hooker BlackHeart
    • Transmission Crossmember Gen III Hemi Swap Transmission Crossmember For 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD Hooker BlackHeart
    • Transmission Crossmember Gen III Hemi Swap Transmission Crossmember For 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD Hooker BlackHeart
    • Transmission Crossmember Gen III Hemi Swap Transmission Crossmember For 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD Hooker BlackHeart
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    Hooker BlackHeart Gen III Hemi Swap Transmission Crossmember for 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD BHS545

    Part Number: BHS545
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    This crossmember works with engine mounting brackets BHS544 (available separately) for optimal engine placement to allow Short Runner Valve Clearance (eliminates modifications to the firewall & brake booster). Hooker Blackheart swap headers & exhaust systems (available separately) are designed as part of the swap system & provide clearance with all the transmission options.


    Hooker BlackHeart Gen III Hemi Swap Transmission Crossmember for 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD BHS545


    Specifications:

    Application 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota
    Brand Hooker BlackHeart
    Category Body
    Color Black
    Emission Code 6
    Finish Black Paint
    10 Steel
    Motor Type Chrysler Gen III Hemi
    part type Transmission Crossmember
    Product Type Transmission Crossmember
    Sub Category Frame
    Transmission 46RE, 46RH, 545 RFE, 8HP70, 8HP90, 9HP75, A727, NAG1, TKX Ford, TR-6060
    Type of Component Transmission Crossmember
    Warning California Proposition 65
    Application 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota
    Brand Hooker BlackHeart
    Category Body
    Color Black
    Emission Code 6
    Finish Black Paint
    10 Steel
    Motor Type Chrysler Gen III Hemi
    part type Transmission Crossmember
    Product Type Transmission Crossmember
    Sub Category Frame
    Transmission 46RE, 46RH, 545 RFE, 8HP70, 8HP90, 9HP75, A727, NAG1, TKX Ford, TR-6060
    Type of Component Transmission Crossmember
    Warning California Proposition 65
    Description_ABR TRANSM 1987-
    Description_SHO TRANSM 1987-96 DODGE
    Description_INV 1987-96 DODGE DAKOTA CROSSMEMBER
    Description_ASC Installation of this crossmember requires the use of an adapter bracket that matches your transmission of choice below (available separately).• BHS526- 8HP70 (Car Transmission)• BHS585- 8HP70, 8HP90, 9HP75• BHS527- NAG1• BHS528- TR6060 (Mopar)• BHS529- 546RFE/46RH/46RE• BHS530- A727• BHS563- Tremec TKX with Bell-Housing RM-8076• Transmission Isolator mount- Hooker 71223029HKR (black) 71223030HKR (red) or equivalent required Hellcat engines require coolant manifold HEMI0005ERL (shorter length than stock intercooler coolant manifold).Smaller 7" or 8" Brake Booster is Required
    Description_DES Hooker Blackheart Transmission Crossmember
    Description_EXT Gen III Hemi Swap Transmission Crossmember for 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD
    Description_MKT Get that Gen III Hemi swap started the right way, by using a fully engineered engine mounting system that provides maximum component clearances, and ideal drivetrain geometry.
    Description_MKT The transmission crossmember is a modular design that allows the use of several different transmissions & uses a unique mounting bracket for each type of transmission. This design allows future transmission changes by swapping out on the transmission mounting bracket, instead of replacing the whole crossmember.
    Description_MKT This crossmember works with engine mounting brackets BHS544 (available separately) for optimal engine placement to allow Short Runner Valve Clearance (eliminates modifications to the firewall & brake booster). Hooker Blackheart swap headers & exhaust systems (available separately) are designed as part of the swap system & provide clearance with all the transmission options.
    Description_FAB Use w/ Gen III Hemi Engines 2003 & Up 5.7L, 6.1L, 6.2L, or 6.4L & Appropriate Adapter Bracket for 8HP70, 8HP90, 9HP75, NAG1, TR6060, TKX (Ford), 545RFE/46, or A727 Transmission (Available Separately)
    Description_FAB Optimal Engine Location Eliminates the Need for Modifications to the Firewall – Provides Enough Firewall Clearance for Short Runner Valve (SRV)
    Description_FAB Eliminate the Installation Guesswork & Compatibility uncertainty that Comes w/ Using Universal Swap Components
    Description_FAB Fully Engineered Swap System that Provides Optimized Component Clearances & Drivetrain / U-Joint Operation Angles When Used w/ BHS544 Engine Mounts
    Description_FAB Welded Steel Construction – Light Weight Rigid Design with a Clean Appearance
    Description_FAB Provides Clearance for Up to 3” Exhaust System
    Description_FAB Includes Crossmember, Frame Mounting Brackets & Fasteners
    Description_FAB Fits Regular Cab & Extended Cab 2-Wheel Drive Trucks
    Description_ABR TRANSM 1987-
    Description_SHO TRANSM 1987-96 DODGE
    Description_INV 1987-96 DODGE DAKOTA CROSSMEMBER
    Description_ASC Installation of this crossmember requires the use of an adapter bracket that matches your transmission of choice below (available separately).• BHS526- 8HP70 (Car Transmission)• BHS585- 8HP70, 8HP90, 9HP75• BHS527- NAG1• BHS528- TR6060 (Mopar)• BHS529- 546RFE/46RH/46RE• BHS530- A727• BHS563- Tremec TKX with Bell-Housing RM-8076• Transmission Isolator mount- Hooker 71223029HKR (black) 71223030HKR (red) or equivalent required Hellcat engines require coolant manifold HEMI0005ERL (shorter length than stock intercooler coolant manifold).Smaller 7" or 8" Brake Booster is Required
    Description_DES Hooker Blackheart Transmission Crossmember
    Description_EXT Gen III Hemi Swap Transmission Crossmember for 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD
    Description_MKT Get that Gen III Hemi swap started the right way, by using a fully engineered engine mounting system that provides maximum component clearances, and ideal drivetrain geometry.
    Description_MKT The transmission crossmember is a modular design that allows the use of several different transmissions & uses a unique mounting bracket for each type of transmission. This design allows future transmission changes by swapping out on the transmission mounting bracket, instead of replacing the whole crossmember.
    Description_MKT This crossmember works with engine mounting brackets BHS544 (available separately) for optimal engine placement to allow Short Runner Valve Clearance (eliminates modifications to the firewall & brake booster). Hooker Blackheart swap headers & exhaust systems (available separately) are designed as part of the swap system & provide clearance with all the transmission options.
    Description_FAB Use w/ Gen III Hemi Engines 2003 & Up 5.7L, 6.1L, 6.2L, or 6.4L & Appropriate Adapter Bracket for 8HP70, 8HP90, 9HP75, NAG1, TR6060, TKX (Ford), 545RFE/46, or A727 Transmission (Available Separately)
    Description_FAB Optimal Engine Location Eliminates the Need for Modifications to the Firewall – Provides Enough Firewall Clearance for Short Runner Valve (SRV)
    Description_FAB Eliminate the Installation Guesswork & Compatibility uncertainty that Comes w/ Using Universal Swap Components
    Description_FAB Fully Engineered Swap System that Provides Optimized Component Clearances & Drivetrain / U-Joint Operation Angles When Used w/ BHS544 Engine Mounts
    Description_FAB Welded Steel Construction – Light Weight Rigid Design with a Clean Appearance
    Description_FAB Provides Clearance for Up to 3” Exhaust System
    Description_FAB Includes Crossmember, Frame Mounting Brackets & Fasteners
    Description_FAB Fits Regular Cab & Extended Cab 2-Wheel Drive Trucks


    This Part Fits:

    Year Make Model Submodel Notes
    1987 Dodge Dakota Base
    1988 Dodge Dakota Base
    1989 Dodge Dakota Base
    1990 Dodge Dakota Base
    1991 Dodge Dakota Base
    1992 Dodge Dakota Base
    1993 Dodge Dakota Base
    1994 Dodge Dakota Base
    1995 Dodge Dakota Base
    1996 Dodge Dakota Base
    1987 Dodge Dakota LE
    1988 Dodge Dakota LE
    1989 Dodge Dakota LE
    1990 Dodge Dakota LE
    1991 Dodge Dakota LE
    1992 Dodge Dakota LE
    1993 Dodge Dakota LE
    1990 Dodge Dakota S
    1991 Dodge Dakota S
    1992 Dodge Dakota S
    1993 Dodge Dakota S
    1987 Dodge Dakota SE
    1988 Dodge Dakota SE
    1989 Dodge Dakota SE
    1990 Dodge Dakota SE
    1991 Dodge Dakota SE
    1989 Dodge Dakota Shelby
    1994 Dodge Dakota SLT
    1995 Dodge Dakota SLT
    1996 Dodge Dakota SLT
    1988 Dodge Dakota Sport
    1989 Dodge Dakota Sport
    1990 Dodge Dakota Sport
    1991 Dodge Dakota Sport
    1992 Dodge Dakota Sport
    1993 Dodge Dakota Sport
    1994 Dodge Dakota Sport
    1995 Dodge Dakota Sport
    1996 Dodge Dakota Sport
    1994 Dodge Dakota WS
    1995 Dodge Dakota WS
    1996 Dodge Dakota WS
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