FAQ
Q: What does it take to put a Cummins engine in my Ford truck? *click here
A: Call FordCummins.com!...(406) 755-8878
Q: Can I put a Cummins engine in my truck that had a gas engine in it previously? *click here
A: Yes. There are some times a few things that are different, but it is essentially just as doable.
Q: Can I use my Ford transmission? *click here
A: Yes. We currently make 15 different ADAPTER PLATES that allow you to bolt a Ford transmission up to a Cummins engine (we cover most Ford transmissions).
Q: Are your Ford Cummins motor mounts bolt in? *click here
A: Yes. Our motor mounts are bolt in. They come complete with insulators as well. Our mounts actually locate your engine for you. They will set your engine right where it needs to be side-to-side, up-and-down, and front-to-back, taking the guess work out of engine possitioning. Mounting the Cummins engine in your Ford truck with our mounts is actually easier than putting the Cummins engine back in a Dodge truck and even easier than putting the Ford engine back in the Ford truck.
Q: Can I use the stock Ford gauges in my dash? *click here
A: Yes. We sell a "bushing kit" that includes adapters that let you use your stock oil pressure sensor and temperature sensor right in the Cummins engine. Also, we sell parts to help you hook up the stock tachometer.
Q: Do I need the computer from the Dodge truck? *click here
A: No. You do not need the computer from the Dodge truck (PCM). If you are using a 1989-1998 12 Valve Cummins engine, you do not need any computer at all. The 12 Valve Cummins engine is 100% manually opperated. For the 1998-2002 24 Valve Cummins engine you will use only the ECM, which is the engine computer and it is located right on the side of the engine. The 2003 and newer CommonRail Cummins engine also needs only the ECM and, again, it is located right on the side of the Cummins engine.
Q: Can I use a 5.9 Cummins engine out of a school bus or an airport tug? *click here
A: Yes. You may end up swapping out some of the brackets like alternator, A/C, etc...but the engine will work fine.
Q: What will I do about my Cummins engine turbo comming too close to my Ford truck A/C box when using a Dodge application 12 Valve Cummins engine or a 98-02 24 Valve Cummins engine in my Ford truck? *click here
A: Some guys like to flip their exhisting Dodge application 5.9 Cummins exhaust manifold upside down in order to clear the Ford A/C box. This should give clearance, however, it does move the turbo up and some guys do not like the turbo closer to the hood. We here at FordCummins like to roll the turbo down and back by using a completely different exhaust manifold. This method will give about 6" of clearance between the Cummins turbo and the Ford A/C box.
*Hi, Ryan here at FordCummins.com. Please keep checking back as we will continue to add more real answers to your real questions.
