A 2wd transmission on a 4wd truck?

Hi there:Please, confirm us your engine size:Dakota 2WD 2.5 liter L4 VIN "P"Dakota 2WD 3.9 liter V-6 VIN "X"Dakota 2WD 4.7 liter SOHC V-8 VIN "N"Dakota 4WD 3.9 liter V-6 VIN "X"Dakota 4WD 4.7 liter SOHC V-8 VIN "N"Dakota R/T 2WD 5.9 liter V-8 VIN "Z" LDC
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1. • 1 Start your Dodge truck's engine.
     
   • 2 Turn the electronic transfer case from "2WD" to "4WD Lock" to engage the high range 4WD, if the dodge truck is equipped with an electronic transfer case; otherwise, shift the transfer case lever from "2H" to "4H." The electronic transfer case is located on the instrument panel and is marked with "2WD," "4WD Lock" and 4WD Low." The lever-equipped transfer case is located to the right of your leg and is marked with "2H," "4H" and "4L."
     
   • 3 Shift the transmission into "Neutral" while the vehicle is either stopped or rolling at 2 to 3 mph to begin engaging in the low range 4WD. Turn the electronic transfer case to "4WD Low," if the Dodge truck is equipped with an electronic transfer case; otherwise, shift the transfer case lever from "2H" or "4H" to "4L."
     
   Tips & Warnings
   • Indicator lights will come on and alert you that your vehicle is in either the high or low range of 4WD.
     
   • Do not engage in the low range of 4WD drive if the transmission is in gear; you must shift to "Neutral" first.
     
   • Many Dodge trucks allow you to shift from 2-wheel drive to the high range of 4WD at up to 55 mph--consult your truck's manual to ensure that this is possible. Do not exceed 55 mph while engaged in the high range of 4WD. Do not exceed 25 mph while engaged in the low range of 4WD.
     
   • Do not engage in 4WD unless you are on slipper or rocky roads.
     

What you want/need is a Factory Service Manual for the '87 Ramcharger, it covers each transmission in depth.
Which, if i remember correctly, there were 4 transmissions available in 1987. The Torqueflite 727 3-Speed Automatic (Found in 2WD and 4WD Ramchargers), the 904 Torqueflite 3-Speed Auto (2WD only), the New Process 435 4-Speed Manual Transmission (2WD & 4WD) and the Chrysler A833 4-Speed Manual (2WD only)

If they look the same they will. the best way to check is if you had the vin number from the truck the transmission was going into and the part number from the transmission, call a Chrysler dealer and have them reference the numbers to check compatibility.

it could be a couple of things. Your throw-out bearing, which does the actual shifting when you shift the gears. the other is the clutch is worn not allowing the throwout bearing to fully engage. When you replace one it is best to replace both because the transmission has to be removed to replace either.
check the fluid level in the transmission and check underneath for any leaks as well.

The fuse number is

#16 - 5 Amp (Tan)

Gauges & Indicator Lights: Low Oil Light, Low Washer Light, Service Reminder Light, Transmission Oil Light, Brake Warning Light, Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light, Fuel Pacer Light, 4WD Indicator Light, Malfunction Indicator Light, Warning Buzzer, Overdrive Switch (1992-93); Transmission Oil Temperature Lamp, 4WD Lamp, Overdrive Module Seat Belt Warning Buzzer
(1994-95).

No, the transmissions are probably a different length.

If you're going to change out your 4 wheel drive for 2 wheel drive, you will need to remove your transfer case, front drive shafts, and transmission. You will need a new drive shaft, and crossmember as well. Junk yard would be your best bet for the parts, but it doesn't make sense to eliminate your 4 wheel drive. It would be more beneficial to replace your transmission with a used one, or have your existing one rebuilt.

automatic trans 2.2liter engine- 1990-1993/ 8.8 qts.
1994-on/ 8.4 qts
2.5 liter engines 10 qts. all years

manual trans 2.2 liter 2wd 1990-1994 3.5 qts
1995 2wd 3.7 qts

4wd 1990-1994 4.2 qts
4wd 1995 on 3.7 qts2.5 liter aall years 3.7 qts.

On the plus side, 2wd gets better gas mileage, is cheaper to operate over time (no 4x4 transfer case or any 4x4 components to wear out or maintain). With a good set of snow tires and weight in the back, winter traction should be ok. The mileage 63k, is good too. If u live in southern New England, as I do, u can probably get by w/out 4x4.
On the negative side, If you have a job that requires u to be there no matter what the weather, and u live where there's a lot of snow, then maybe 4x4 is really necessary. How many days over the last few winters did you REALLY need 4x4? Around here, I'd say maybe 6 days a year. Do you really need it for 6 days?(or however many for your area). It is great to have when u need it, but u have to justify the extra expense for occasional need.
On a personal note, my 1st truck was 2wd, and I hauled a lot of stuff to the dump when I purchased a run down house. After loading up to overflowing, I got stuck in the yard, and had to unload everything to get out. I swore I'd never own a 2wd truck again. But gas was about 45 cents a gallon then, and now, 2 4x4's later, I avoid driving the truck due to gas prices, (I do plow snow, haul firewood, lumber, etc, buts after all this blah blah blah, I probably have u more confused than ever! GOOD LUCK, and let me know what u decide. countrycurt0