Dodge V10 and V8 Magnum engines share the same pistons and connecting rods. Both pistons have the same 53006045 casting number. Compression height is 1.612" for either engine. Connecting rods are the same 53005798 casting number. Rods are 6.123" in length in either engine. This means there are many aftermarket options for upgraded connecting rods for performance V10 builds. Unfortunately many of the 360 pistons available have a compression height around 1.660" These protrude the deck too much. Even with the thicker Felpro head gaskets the quench distance is too small the pistons will hit the head at operating temperature. Custom pistons must be made to bump compression if desired.
