Possible, but not worth the effort.
The 2001 GMC Sierra-1500 has 12 valves.
The 2001 Chevrolet Silverado-1500 has 12 valves.
The 2001 Dodge Grand-Caravan has 12 valves.
Answer 1: Yes, but a 6bt Cummins would be the fastest. If you go with a Cummins, get 12 valve. Answer 2: The Suspension is not strong enough on a 1500 (1/2 ton) to handle the weight of a diesel motor.
12
I have a 1952 restored 1/2 ton pickup 12 is about the average.
I get about 12 miles per gallon with a one ton 2wd crew cab with a 360 v8.
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Aprox 12-13 qts.
12 quarts
Gas mileage for a 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 5.2 L is 11-12 mpg in the city and 17-18 mpg on the highway.