Will the trans from a 2000 dodge Dakota with 360 fit 97 ram 1500 318?

No, a transmission from a 2000 Dodge Dakota with a 360 engine will almost certainly not fit a 1997 Ram 1500 with a 318 engine. While both are Dodge trucks, the transmissions, bell housings, and even the overall drivetrain configurations are likely different. The 360 is a larger engine, and the transmission would likely need to be beefier to handle the increased torque. Even if the transmission *could* bolt up (which is unlikely), the output shaft, transfer case (if applicable), and other components would likely not be compatible.