Sample photo · we send photos of your exact unit before it ships1 / 5Used 1990 Dodge Ramcharger engine8-318 5.2L
8-318 (5.2L, VIN Y, 8th digit)
- Size
- 5.2L
- VIN code
- Y · digit 8
- SKU
- TF-E023646
Included in every price
- Donor-vehicle OEM unit
- Inspected & tested
- VIN-matched before it ships
- Photos for your approval
- 3-month warranty
- Free freight to repair shops
One upfront price · no hidden fees · card payments only
Delivery estimate
Usually 5–7 business days by freight, with tracking by text.
- 3-month warrantyFree pickup & replacement if defective
- Tracked freight deliveryFree to repair shops, lower 48
- Photos before it shipsApprove your exact unit
- (904) 481-5300Parts specialists · Mon–Fri 9 AM – 6 PM CT
What happens after you order
Nothing ships until you've seen it.
- 1VIN verificationWe match the engine code to your VIN before anything is pulled.
- 2Final inspectionCompression tested and checked for leaks, cracks and damage.
- 3Clean & prepPressure washed, drained for freight and strapped to a pallet.
- 4Photo approvalPhotos of your exact unit and its mileage are texted to you.
- 5Ship & trackFreight tracking by text. Arrives around Fri, Nov 20 – Tue, Nov 24.
About this engine
This used OEM engine came out of a 1990 Dodge Ramcharger with the 8-318 5.2L spec. It matches vehicles whose VIN shows Y at digit 8, which is how we confirm the fit before it ships. 3 units are in stock with 85,000 to 112,000 donor miles, priced by mileage. The same 5.2L engine (VIN code Y) was used in the Dodge Ramcharger in 1990 and 1991, so a unit from any of those years can fit when your VIN code matches. We list Dodge Ramcharger engines for 4 model years (1990–1993), from $910 to $2,549.
What's included
- Block, heads, crankshaft and internal moving parts
- Courtesy bolt-ons as removed from the donor (not warrantied)
- Drained for freight — refill at installation
How we prep it
- Compression tested and inspected
- Mileage recorded from the donor vehicle
- Strapped to a pallet and photographed
- Matched to your VIN before dispatch
Specifications
- Part
- Used OEM engine
- Year
- 1990
- Make
- Dodge
- Model
- Ramcharger
- Engine spec
- 8-318 (5.2L, VIN Y, 8th digit)
- Engine size
- 5.2L
- VIN engine code
- Y (VIN digit 8)
- Availability
- 3 units in stock, 85,000–112,000 miles
- Donor mileage
- 112,000 mi · 99,000 mi · 85,000 mi
- Same unit fits
- 2 model years (1990–1991)
- Warranty
- 3 months, parts
- Condition
- Used OEM, pulled from a donor vehicle — not a rebuild
- Inspection
- Compression tested, inspected and VIN-matched
- Photos
- Of your exact unit, before it ships
- Shipping
- Strapped and wrapped on a pallet · free freight to repair shops
- SKU
- TF-E023646
Make sure it fits
Your VIN is on the driver-side dashboard, the door-jamb sticker, and your registration and insurance card.
Engine code: character 8 of your VIN should be Y for this unit.
The same 5.2L engine (VIN code Y) fits
A unit from any of these Dodge Ramcharger years can go in your vehicle when the VIN code matches.
Dodge Ramcharger engines by year
4 model years listed · $910 – $2,549
Installation checklist
These steps protect your engine and keep your warranty valid.
- 01Have it installed by a qualified mechanic and keep the receipt.
- 02Replace oil, oil filter and coolant at installation.
- 03Check and replace the radiator, thermostat and water pump where needed.
- 04Transfer or replace sensors, belts, hoses, gaskets and seals.
- 05Prime the oil system before first start; check for leaks and warning lights.
Warranty & delivery
3-month warranty
- Internal mechanical defects covered
- Claim within 90 days of delivery
- Free pickup and replacement, or a refund
- Labor, towing and fluids not covered
- Longer coverage available at extra cost
Usually 5–7 business days
- Palletized freight, tracking by text
- Free to repair shops in the lower 48
- Home delivery quoted before it ships
- Inspect before signing for it
Questions about this engine
Will this engine fit my 1990 Dodge Ramcharger?+
This unit is VIN code Y at digit 8. If character 8 of your VIN matches, it's the right engine. Use the fit check on this page, and a specialist confirms it before shipping.
How is the mileage determined?+
Mileage comes from the donor vehicle's odometer and is printed on your quote and invoice.
Can I see photos of the actual unit?+
Yes. Ask by text or chat and we'll send photos of your exact unit before it ships. Photos on this page are samples.
Is labor covered by the warranty?+
No. The 3-month warranty covers the part against internal mechanical defects. If it fails, we pick it up and ship a replacement at our cost, or refund you.
How long does delivery take?+
Usually 5–7 days by freight. Estimated delivery for an order today: Fri, Nov 20 – Tue, Nov 24. Free to repair shops in the lower 48; home delivery is quoted by text.
Can I return it if I change my mind?+
All sales are final unless something goes wrong with the part, so check fit and ask for photos before you pay.
Still unsure? Text (847) 929-8737 — we reply in minutes.
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