2004 Ram 1500 4.7l auto to manual transmission swap help

[JoshO2001]

I have an 04 Ram 1500 with the 4.7l V8 and 213k miles. I am preparing to do a total engine rebuild soon. I have always wanted to have a truck like this with a manual transmission. My first truck was a 94 F-250 with a 5 speed, and I enjoyed that, but the granny low gear wasn't the most fun because I wasn't towing all the time.

After looking at the manual transmissions offered in the Ram, I wanted to go with a 2005-2008 transmission, the Getrag G238 6-speed, rather than the 5-speed offered in the 04 and below. I have some questions about doing this swap, chief among them is if it's possible.

I have found a couple 2007 and 2008 Ram 1500s with the 6 speed for sale for a good price near me, and would it be possible to pull the transmission from a newer model truck and put it in mine? And then what about the ECU? Will it need to be modified for the manual?

If I think of any more questions I will add them.

 

[3pedals]

If you’ve got access to an ‘08 4.7 6spd, why not get the 310hp motor, tranny, electronics, etc from that truck and swap over? Would be cheaper and more effective than a performance rebuilt on your old 4.7

Cant answer your question, but will say that my ‘08 4.7 6spd has been a blast to drive (for a truck). Bought new in April ‘08 and now approaching 400k miles