454 with nv4500 I have a 98 vortec 454 and am doing research on putting in a 8. 4L80E to NV4500 5 Speed Conversion Parts List For My 1993 GMC Sierra 3500 6. The opening in the bellhousing for the front bearing retainer was 5 1/8th inches and fit the transmission perfectly. So let me get this right . under 400 hp you can most likely keep the stock heads. Jump to page: Results 1 to 20 of 32 Thread: 2000 k3500 l29 454, nv4500. The extra torque, HP, and obdII capabilities provided in 96 are mighty tempting. 98 k1500 started off with a 350 and 4l60e. Great Squarebody! Now it has a Vortec 454 and nv4500 (5 speed manual) top speed in 4 low first gear is 9 mph at 5600rpm. I used a flywheel for a K1500 with a 350. 55 12 bolt and a newly added 142 wieand blower. and a "towing" clutch kit from my local NAPA store and they work great. Will sell the Nv4500 with borg Warner t case for separate for $1,000 Complete chassis 4x4, 454 nv4500 5 speed, 14 bolt rear end, 9. A final touch on what it took to change it all over. Any suggestions or advice is greatly appreciated. NV4500 is what the OP wants. 750 cfm carburetor. e. Your account. i dont know about the clutch but i would want it to match up as best as possible Page 2- L29 454 Build for '63 K15 with NV4500 Engine & Drivetrain. 1 with allison though, :drool: Actually an even better idea would be an NV4500 so you get a killer low gear to get going and an OD. It is also a popular replacement for 5 speed transmissions used in other 1 ton trucks, such as the Ford ZF or the Getting ready to replace my clutch and nv4500 (previous owner ran wrong oil) in my 05 2500hd. 2000 k3500 l29 454, nv4500 Hello everyone, Re: Big block 454 4x4 nv4500 mechanical clutch linkage Captainfab, Looks like I will need to order a booster bracket kit from you with the clutch master tab . 7. Does anyone know what's needed to swap to a factory electric speedometer gauge and would it work with the nv4500? 2. I know the np241 adapter works, I think the np243 adapter is the same also. Im not 100%, but i do believe the Cummins trucks had a different bellhousing mounting pattern. Shop now! '77 K20 LWB 454, NV4500, NP205, 4. But probably would be a simpler way to go. Joined Feb 2, 2011 Posts 1,513 Reaction score 90 Location Latham, NY First Name Mark the back of your nv4500 should look like this one the adapter is part of the tranny and is for the 241 tcase. _____ John 79 2wd Blazer 1984 Chevy 1 ton Dually (Brownie),454 to 6. I picked up a 90k mile 6. The only trans Ive heard that need body ift for install is the big assed S6-650 speed used behind the lower rated Duramax and the 8. 4. 030 over and line hone I'd like to keep the 454 (it's low mileage and runs ok) but want to ditch the auto. 73:1 or . 11 posts · Joined Plus when the tranny does have an issue I will put in a NV4500 or something similar. I got a quote on a TKX that came to 6,000. I'm toying with the idea of replacing the SM465 with an NV4500 transmission at My 94 is a 454 with an nv4500. I need all the reference I can get. First time I've driven something with an NV4500 in it. The specs I have are for an automatic (TH-400) and it doesn't say anything about dual Have a 93 NV4500 with no bellhousing, need to bolt it to my 454 in my 72 4x4. Page 2- NV4500 swap installed and rollin! The 1973 - 1987 Chevrolet & GMC Squarebody Pickups Message Board Register or Log In To remove these advertisements. 34:1 (early units) and a gear span of 7. Graduated college, got a job over in Southern Iowa and finally started the house buying process so a lot of The bellhousing fits 1993-95 GM NV4500 5 speed transmission. I am still in the market for a stand alone harness and ecu for the Has anyone sucessfully done a 454 to 8. I'm not a guru when it comes to wirings so I ruled out a 4L80E with a stand alone controller (but still a great choice). I plan on putting new manifolds on it and dual exhuast. I am considering replacing my 454 with a Cummins 4bt in my blazer. I assumed from the jump that this wouldn't be easy . Can I use the same computer and wire harness as my 350? I see when I look around the net some say it I got an nv4500 for a steal off marketplace. 3 that i picked up and a chevy nv4500 that im in the middle of rebuilding. Great truck, starts every time, will pull anything you put on it. i get about 11mpg in my 6. 1 of 3 Go to page. 73. 10 Rear End,Resurrected after 12 years. 0L with the nv4500 and manual t-case. I take the car trailer into town and pick up my brothers Suburban to bring home for new head ga 1983 GMC K25 with 454 and NV4500. 0 NV4500 K30 swap. Friend Jason has a ECLB 98 K2500 454/4L80E with over 200k on it, he bought it at 180k. Designed to work with External Slave from the 1998 Mopar vintage vehicles; Bolts directly to the 1994 to 2002 Dodge Cummins flywheel housing; Works with 1987 to 2002 Cummins 4BT and 6BT diesel engines; Uses 1995 Dodge Ram 2500 Diesel starter; Made in the USA; Kit# AD-00007; Solid The 3. I bought all new tune up parts for simple maintenance right when i got the truck. My local Napa carries LUK and claim they are great. I am in the process of swapping in a 1999 nv4500 and np208 into the truck. 25 IFS axle combo $400 each I have one 4. JCDiesel. As well, think about how many guys ran Cummins powered hot-shotter transport rigs vs gasser GMs (or gas fords or dodges). I have a manual tilt column with cruise but it did not have wiper delay so I just left my NV4500 Bellhousing Adapters: NV4500 Bellhousing Adapters: If you are considering a NV4500, we offer conversion bellhousings & adapter plates for these applications. The only issue I 1988 Chevy 3500 Dually 4X4 Big Block 454 with open headers. I know you guys say my truck does not exist but it is what I have. its a dually so I don't really feel like buying 6 new tires, little expensive. I am going back with a 6. the 4500 works fine, but makes a constant light grinding/cackling almost like "white noise" when in 5th/overdrive so i want to replace it. Re: nv4500 conversion? « Reply #10 on: October 19, 2011, 08:40:39 PM » pre 85 sm465 are 10 while post 85 are 32. I adore my pickup, but knowing such increased capability is a year away is a little frustrating. So it seems that one would want to give it all the help you can to make it last in a tow rig so you won't be broken down on a hot road , kicking the tires and The bellhousing fits 1996 & up GM NV4500 and 1993 & up Dodge gasoline NV4500. 56 rp. 1L truck. 0L LY6 engine from Mast Motorsports & a GM NV4500 5-speed. 4 link suspension, coilovers. I just don’t feel they are up to par for 4x4 duty. Just got something newer and don't need it anymore. I’m not in a hurry to get rid of the truck nor do I need to sell but let me know with interest and I’ll work with you. Note: This bellhousing assembly can also be used with the SM465 4 speed transmissions. Personally, the NV4500 would be the less desirable option, but that's what Im in the middle of swaping in a low mile 5. Robust and reliable, this 5 speed transmission was supplied in pickup trucks (up to 1 Ton) and is a popular replacement in older trucks with 4 speeds. 1 NV4500 is designed to run behind a 5. It is true, the NV4500 WILL NOT bolt to the SM465 bell housing. Great pickup has big block 454 with nv4500 5 speed trans. 89 1500 Suburban 14 bolt FF Dana 44 Posi 454tbi nv4500 241 4'' Susp 1'' Body 35'' BFG Something I've been debating in my head for awhile now is whether I should go with a 454 an LS or LQ9 build. 08 and NV4500 kinda sucks I'm looking to swap to a 3,73/4. The GMs (behind a 350, 454 or 6. TreeFarm is right, the 454/465 combo is very common so pick an application and gather parts for it, up to '84 used the more common mechanical linkage pedals and '85+ used the preferred but more expensive Page 3- L29 454 Build for '63 K15 with NV4500 Engine & Drivetrain. witch 95 K2500 454/NV4500 slow restoration. While the HD NV4500 is rated at 460ft-lbs. Part Number: ADD-712577. The NV4500 is a five speed, RWD or 4WD transmission. And put in a different cam to get the 454 firing order. 12. adapt-a-case. The full bellhousings will require a GM input shaft in the transmission while the adapter plates are designed around the longer Page 6- L29 454 Build for '63 K15 with NV4500 Engine & Drivetrain. I've also came across a Re: 87 Crew Cab 454/TH400 to Cummins/NV4500 More transmission pictures, including the parts that need to be swapped to convert the GM NV4500 ('96 up) to work with the cummins. A/C, Heat, power locks, windows, & seat. MF_Kleg Never broke my NV4500 in the pull truck, excess of over 1000ft lbs of torque under a heavy load. Reply reply GoodLunchHaveFries • I wish. So Advanced Page 4- L29 454 Build for '63 K15 with NV4500 Engine & Drivetrain. The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network > General Truck Forums > Engine & Drivetrain: L29 454 Build for '63 K15 with NV4500 NV4500 Manual Transmission for GM 96-98 K2500 & K3500, 4x4 | RMT4500C-7 | RANDYS Worldwide. HRPC would be your man on this question I think. Joined Nov 26, 2021 Posts 1,588 Reaction score 277 Location Tennessee First Name Jacob Truck Year 1987, 1978, 1976 Truck Model V20, K10, K10 Engine Size 350, 350, 350 @Ifyasquintitsmint whats the benefit of Project 454 nv4500 truck is very rowdy way to many parts to list cluster in it is from the 454 truck engine and trans have 78k body has 120k starts runs moves ran out of motivation have about 6-7k in the mpg of a 454 is LOL towing or not towing. I’ve heard other people tell me that I would have to loose the np205 if I swapped to the 5 speed. 10 gears for a while now. Oh also again a MAYBE, but I do like the NV4500. Apr 9, 2022 #1 2blue4you Newbie. 454,nv4500. Shop now NV4500 Oil & Filter Kits for 1994-2002 4x4 & 4x2 Dodge Ram trucks with New Venture NV4500 5 Speed Manual Big block 454 4x4 nv4500 mechanical clutch linkage The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Message Board. Joined Apr 9, 2022 Messages 454, 5 speed NV4500, 4x4, single wheel 1 ton. 1/2" Drive. The I have a 2001 chevy 2500HD 4x4 6. The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network > General Truck Forums > Engine & Drivetrain: L29 454 Build for '63 K15 with NV4500 Find CHEVROLET 7. I have, cap and rotor, wires and plugs, t-stat etc. Some transmissions you can just push down and rotate counter clockwise and it will release, some require a little more force. SirRobyn0 Full Access Member. Reactions: MrMarty51. BTW 104K mile 454 carb to pan for sale cheap. Runs really good, but it turn way too many rpms on the interstate running 75 mph. _____ 1959 M35A2 LDT465-1D SOLD 1967 Dodge W200 B383, NP420/NP201 SOLD 1969 Dodge Polara Runs, drives, stops well. The 4x4 swap gets expensive with adapters and driveshaft mods. of course it can be done better and safer but this will show you in a pi 454's changed over the years so you need to identify the year and/or generation of your motor as this will determine the flywheel and pilot bearing you need to use. These headers were on that engine. Commercially produced adapters are available to mate this transmission HOW DO I MAKE MORE LOW-SPEED TORQUE? DOES A BIG BLOCK CHEVY MAKE MORE TORQUE THAN A 6. The fact I Should i use a spacer between the nv4500 and 205, or get the short shaft input. I found out that the fuel pump is the same. Paid $1100 for it back in 2007, did the swap in 2010, and it's got almost 60k miles on it since. 61:1-1st gear (p/n 52 No clue, a friend of mine gave me a 454 from a '92 extended cab 3500. Nov 6, 2023. 5 work with the 454 wiring? Yes, the NV3500 has the 4 bolt removable shifter assembly, and the early NV4500 does not. What year transmission mount should be used and will my But that is with nv4500 and mpfi . So I'm hoping I will like it backing this LS3 engine. 1l swap. Right????Tell me what you guys think about this link Hi I am entertaining swapping a new post 1996 GM NV4500 into my 86 k30 454, single rear wheel, std cab, orig came with SM465, np205, 4:10 gears, 10. That’s the upgrade I would do if I could figure out how. more after it is running as needed. Im looking for know if they were available in NBS trucks, and are they able to make work with the 454 Or what Dodge trucks had them? and what does it take to convert My 1994 K-2500 (8,600 gvw) had a NV-4500, I had it rebuilt at 192,000 miles (Also had a NEW 454 from GMC swapped out by an ASE shop for the original- it came w/ 3 year I've got an '85 Chevy K20 4x4. It was uncritically ballied as the silver bullet and cure-all to any 4wd powertrain problem. Depending upon the years this transmission went through some gear ratio changes. Sort by Oldest first Oldest first Newest first Most reactions. It's rusty, dented up, scratched, interior is pretty horrible. Intelletronix gauge cluster. The body has some dents and dings but no rust at all and Location. 61 first. 5/NV4500 swap. Hi Mickman. 83DuallyC30. I haven't found any trucks converted that are this body style and I was a little concerned about room under the hood. my question is can i use the factory chevy bell housing ? i know it bolts up but is there any reason i shouldnt? my second question is on the clutch and flywheel what do i use? advance adapter set up seem a little $$ for a clutch and flywheel. Location: South of Pittsburgh. I need a truck, and Stephen at Offroad Design was kind enough to oblige with their 99 OBS K3500 that's solid axle swapped, running a 454, NV4500, and a Magnu Ive recently acquired a totaled 1993 K2500 6. Upgraded to the mpfi spider from the poppet style among just random things here and there. He told me the truck was a 93 Silverado w/ 350 & 5-speed and it had a bent frame and cracked axle. 1. Just picked up a 99 version of the NV4500 to put behind a 1966 Impala 327 engine that is going into a 1959 GMC. I have a 1990 k3500 that came originally with a tbi 454 with a hydraulic sm465. They include a new bellhousing, universal dust cover plate, bolt-on bearing retainer, pilot bearing, and more. 5L diesel, another with the 350 small block. Use the torque bars off the side of the 205 to the bell housing. The clutch release bearing even fit without any modification. PSH Cleanup Sponsorship Fundraiser. What all will need to be modified to make the mechanical 6. You can use the bell housing from the Nv4500 and it's slave from the donor I have a low mileage TBI 454 and NV4500 pullout. On the other hand, the NV4500 is a heavy-duty 350-454. The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network > General Truck Forums > Engine & Drivetrain: L29 454 Build for '63 K15 with NV4500 Web So I got to know how exactly did you couple the np205 to the nv4500. I heard nv4500 trans is weak. May 4, 2020 #4 S. You could add a GV to that and really have some ratios. The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network > General Truck Forums > Engine & Drivetrain: L29 454 Build for '63 K15 with NV4500 Has a vortec 454 with an nv4500 5 speed and 4:10 gears. Now it has a Vortec 454 and nv4500 (5 speed manual I finally have the 92 put together the way I want it for now. Step 2 I've got the external slave cylinder bell housing behind my ls swap and it works a-ok, I just had to lose the 12 oclock bolt. Sep 25, 2024 1993 454 TBI Problems!! Help us help you. DUST SHIELD- GM BELL HSG / 712548-PLT; There are nv4500 6. Looks great. 030 over so ~460 cui, all new bearings, 4 bolt main, Rebuilt 336781 cylinder heads, lunati hydraulic flat-tappet cam #10110214 (see specs above), Speed-Pro H426CP30 . Strick. Register or Log In To remove these advertisements. The NV4500 transmission is considered to be the toughest and most reliable 5 speed manual transmission ever built. Go. I just feel like when its in fifth gear at 2200 RPMS I can just drop it into 6th gear and let hwy speeds be generous to the RPMS. Everyone has their arguments for why they think one option or the other is better. Join Date: Feb 2007. $238. Add to Cart. The nv4500 is its own transmission pattern IE no other bellhousing will work unless a nv4500 was behind it or its one of the nv4500 bolt patterns. I I am putting in a 454 tbi bored 30 over with a mild cam. View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Tuner in Training Join Date Dec 2022 Location NE ohio Posts 19. So I was expecting it to be munched in the front, but when we get there it was a 94 K2500 454/ NV4500. I recently swapped in a 94 nv4500 sucussfully and am now setting my sights on swapping in my recently acquired 8. Summit carries Zoom and centerforce but the centerforce kit is $900+. Joined Jan 14, 2013 Messages 950 Reaction score 302 Location Ogden, UT. New posts Search forums. sort by: allison 1000 & gm nv4500 transmissions: output shaft nut spanner socket adaptacase t-1000ac. 25 IFS axle combo $300 PENDING I also have various other 90s chevy parts for the 83 c30 dually 454 with nv4500 swap need electric speedometer options. I've been daily driving the truck for the past year and 8mpg is starting to hurt a little more. 5 inches when using a GM input NV4500). Headers and glass packs. Weak links in the NV4500 are the 23 spline early Dodge mainshaft and the 5th gear retainer nut that has not been upgraded. Quantity. NV4500 is a beast but its a truck trans though and though you definitely row though the gears on that 83 c30 dually 454 with nv4500 swap need electric speedometer options. Not entirely sure, but I think. Zumbrota Drivetrain Manual Transmissions are rebuilt to the highest quality standards using a 3 step inspection process. The spacer ($94) is easier to use, cheaper than a new input shaft ($135), and means i don't 454 I was listening to C10talk the other day and there is a kit to use a Nissan manual transmission as a replacement for the NV4500. Now it has a Vortec 454 and nv4500 (5 speed manual We have a large inventory of rebuilt NV4500 Manual Transmissions plus transmission parts. Lostboy792. Thread Advance Adapters GM NV4500 Manual Transmission Adapters. If you remove the rubber dust boot from the top of the housing, there is a "dome" lock that holds the stub in place. The fuel savings Cummins B Series Diesel engine to Chevy 1993-1995 Early NV4500 Adapter Kit. Problem is over at the truck forum them punks don't like peanut However i have a 96 chevy vortec 454 i want to swap in and the nv4500 from the same 96 chevy 4x4. Mine has been fine for several years now. Playtoy and first vehicle. the truck use to be a 454 4bl. compare compare items. CLUTCH LINKAGE BRKT. Show Printable Version; 07-01-2023 #1. If yours will need to move, it is frequently possible to simply unbolt the crossmember, move it forward or back, re-drilling the frame at the desired The New Venture Gear 4500, colloquially known as NV4500, is a 5-speed manual transmission manufactured by New Venture Gear and used in General Motors and Chrysler products from 1991 to 2007. Entire drivetrain rebuilt. Its got a 454 engine connected to an SM465 transmission. It seems to be in decent condition. Looking for suggestions on which brand to go with for the clutch. The trans I picked up is from a 95 GM 4x4, not sure exactly what model. Any suggestions. 4L/454 Bellhousings and get Free Shipping on Orders Over $109 at Summit Racing! More Power in Every Purchase - Join the Summit Rewards Program Today! Advance Adapters GM NV4500 Manual Transmission Adapters 712577 Bellhousing, Manual, GM NV 4500 Transmission to Chevy, Big/Small Block V8, V6, Each. 10 gears. The ‘95 and later NV4500’s had internal slave cylinders. 10's rollin on 33's passin everything but a gas station. 9 Cummins--465 behind a 454--you do the math as far as strength goes. Location: Star Valley, WY. Joined Jan 25, 2012 Posts 1,726 Reaction score 162 Location wyo First Name Ray Truck Year 1960 threw 91 Truck Model c10 to k30 Engine Size 88' Chevy V30 3+3 4x4 Dually 454 TBI/NV4500/NP205 03-25-2016, 03:52 PM #18: 68Timber. 1 KIt PN50-0217 NV4500 TO CHEVY NP 205 TRANSFER CASE 10 SPLINE. For now I had to. [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] So Far the 4L80E is out and the NV4500 will be going in very soon. I do plan on installing a 4L80e sometime soon. Manual NV4500, 5 speed. 1 Kit PN716050C NV4500 SHIFT HANDLE ASSY. Engine is in transmission is in. So i will need to bolt a np205 to the back of the nv4500 and figure out a clutch. 1; 2; 3; Next. Advance Adapters GM NV4500 manual transmission adapters will bolt directly to your engine block, allowing for simple installation of the transmission. If you use any of the smaller automotive transmissions, like your NV4500, then you'll be looking for or have to make a Doing something similar in my 454 powered 2wd crew cab dually. 5" 14 bolt rear axle, factory hyd clutch. All the NV4500s were hydraulic clutches. Jan 17, 2011 #3 greencountry05 Full Access Member. 5528 posts · Joined 2013 Hi, i just picked this up, a brand-used 94 k3500 dually. Now it has a Vortec 454 and nv4500 (5 speed manual) top speed in 4 low first gear is 9 mph at 5600rpm. 7/4L60E to 6. Jul 23, 2012 #3 I think the only difference for the NV4500 is there is one less bell housing bolt used between it and the engine, but I could be mistaken. The NV4500 is the early variant (1993) that used a passenger side bellhousing mounted slave cylinder. Thread Tools. Here it is 68 truck with NV4500 5 speed 3. Clean out any crud. Registered members Current visitors. 34, 1994 and up had the 5. Currently I have a 454 with sm465 and np205. 4 454 with nv4500 5 speed 4. 2 hwy with cruise set at 65mph on a non windy day and pretty much flat 454, nv4500, 205, 4. It's mostly just a beater anymore. The NV4500 is also a hair longer than the nv3500 and you will either need to cut and paste your existing driveshafts or get driveshafts from a similar year/model from a gmt400 . I think it has 4. It works well but I'm not one for autos. 07 12 bolt 66 chevelle 350 4 speed 3. Any gm nv4500 will bolt to any gm engine. Yeah, the guy honestly didn't know what he had. I've located a couple, one with a 6. For customers that have a Dodge gas version, you will need to purchase a new GM NV4500 input shaft that was used with the 5. I know there have been a number of NV4500 swaps done over the years, and I really didn't want to start a whole new thread about this, but I couldn't find my specific scenario described. 5 turbo diesel) never made enough grunt to really load the gear like this or exhibit this sequence of events nearly as often. 7 in my 98 k2500 with the nv4500 and 4. $245. Posts: 5,523 Re: NV4500 swap installed and rollin! Quote: Originally Posted by Chevy3+3. If you have not already, check Advance Adapters and I have a 1986 Chevy k30 crew cab. I recently bought a 98 Suburban K2500 454/4L80E that has 285k on it. By posting the year, make, model and engine near the beginning of your help request, followed by the symptoms (no start, high idle, misfire etc. The other day i was leaving (cold start), and as I was letting the clutch out in 1st gear, it started bucking pretty bad and seemed like the rear wheels were locking up some too. 5TD By: HeavyDuty6Five (Diesel Place)----- 1993 NV4500 4x4 nv4500 oil cooler It's something you would want to do for towing mainly. Thread starter 2blue4you; Start date Apr 9, 2022; Disclaimer: Links on this page pointing to Amazon, eBay and other sites may include affiliate code. the more I think about the GV with my existing ratios, the less sense it makes in my head. Featured content New posts Latest activity. I have a clutch set up for an SM465 and was wondering if that would work in it? The clutch disc has the right spline count. sickchev; Jun 13, 2023; Wanted; Replies 9 Views 1K. 454 with what manual?? Engine & Drivetrain. When ever the build is semi complete and drive able I'll probably only drive it a few times a week to work and back and maybe to the drag strip a couple of times a year for events. 454 - Turbo 400 - 3. Custom fuel cell, high flow pump. 31 12 bolt posi 71 camaro. Here is my part list, BTW if anyone is intrested with part #'s for the 3500 Conversion PM me. I do tow a 40ft toy hauler so I do need the gear ratio since its about 17000 lbs Both NV3500 and NV4500 are 5-speed manual transmissions used in various ranges of vehicles. With the 454 I got 9 mpg empty and loaded never checked but guessing 5 mpg and it needed premium gas. The difference between the two are the input and output shaft. 5 and any other gm nv4500 is a vibration dampner on the mainshaft, but it doesn't make a dang bit of difference. Registered User . 454 big block with nv4500 trans (5th gear mod performed by previous owner). allison 1000 & nv4500 transmissions 5th gear nut remover/installer tool adapt-a-case t-4500ac. One, this truck is going to replace the current duty of my 96 K2500 which is sit outside my house (not a DD) and only get used when I want to haul something, go camping/hunting, or go ride some dirt bikes with my kids. Reactions: Raybob9289. I have a 1983 Chevrolet C30 dually that I just did a nv4500 swap in and looking to swap mechanical speedometer to electric speedometer. Choosing the right axle ratio and tire size in conjunction with the . The trans code on top is GAKD confirming it's a 95. 5 td/nv4500 combo that the PO blew the head gaskets, studded the engine and reinstalled the I have a new dodge nv4500 bellhousing, gm nv4500, and a gm np205 adapter plate with 32 spling input kit, and new stock dodge flywheel pressure plate and clutch. The engine was machined . 70 chevelle, SS clone 454 4 speed 3. I drive it for fun, and beat the snot out of it most of the times when I drive it lol. Sep 17, 2023 #12 iamtherealJayy Full Access Member. It is a original 454 th400 truck. sale. The truck has 63k miles, I bought from the second owner, and met the first. will be a great farm truck! Thread starter Rustyjunk; Start date Sep 25, 2024; Disclaimer: Links on this page pointing to Amazon, eBay and other sites may include affiliate code. The front axle grenaded itself, and the "bent frame" was actually a bad motor mount. OEM 5sp with a big block. I have read that the gears are cut in a manner to require a special high temp gear oil, so the gears must be making more friction under load. Our factory rebuilt re-manufactured transmissions are dyno tested before leaving the factory, Ensuring the highest quality, We offer a no hassle 12 month warranty, performance guaranteed. 2. Note: This bellhousing is not intended for use on a 1992-1995 Chevy/GM vehicle that was originally equipped with the NV4500 transmission. There's no NV4500 crossmember is located about 14″ from the front of the transmission (which on gas engines is about 7″ from the rear of the engine block when using a Dodge input NV4500 or 6. The only mod to the engine will be a 3200 spring. After I make 1. Aug 16, 2023. I will add details about the conversion later. Intercooler a second gen dodge, engine still stock for now. The clutch went south on it & 2nd gear was jumping out on decel. Location: MONTGOMERY, AL. Being your truck is 2wd, it's not a hard swap though. All of the NV4500's use either a . The bellhousing bolt pattern changed on the Chevy NV4500 transmission in 1996. I just did a nv4500 swap into my 77, replacing the 465. I would definitely be changing out the Will do. 11 gears cruises 75-80 with ease! Runs and drives amazing! No check engine light or anything miles go up daily! Brand new ac system new alternator new water pump and new The Beefcake Nv4500 has a Steel case, and its bellhousing is removable. there are two an early and a late and the pilot or bearing retainer hole are not the same size either. chevy & gmc. 77 $269. Otherwise, I'm going to have to mess up the powdercoated frame to weld new mounts for a These are the quick-cut steps to get an NV4500 with transfer case out of a 93 k1500. Compatibility - NV4500HD transmission used in Cummins and V10 powered Dodge RAM models have a large diameter mainshaft nut. Neither trans was designed to shift fast and the cover will give long Gearing: The NV4500 has an initially attractive overdrive gear, but with a low gear of only 6. 5 diesel 3500 1 ton that is getting wore out but the transmission is still great. Join Date: Nov 2007. Its a cast iron case and weighs about 200lbs. 61:1 first gear. 34:1 Chevy NV4500. The clutch went south on it & 2nd Whatever I decided to use was going to be mated to my current 454 TBI motor under the hood. The body Good ole 1 ton Chevy. You can get all the factory components and pretty much plug and play. Been driving it and fixing things as I go. The motor made 497hp/463tq on the dyno. Summit has a kit for 3,700 for a TKX. These aftermarket Jeep parts and truck parts include every necessary component to complete a NV4500 So I recently picked up a 1998 k3500 with 454 and nv4500. Forums. Friend Ted has a ECLB 97 K2500 454/NV4500 with 166k. Just like if you blew a brake line. Posts: 1,830 Re: NV4500 Don't have too much pulling in my projects future, but my '77 had a 454/SM65 in it when I bought it. Got a new 454 rebuilt it bored it 20 over put forged domed high compression pistons in it with 396 heads and a Home. Bill Of Materials . I will use the AA bell housing and brackets. Not going to be hauling 30k pound setups like the guys do with the modern diesel trucks but for car hobby stuff it is more than enough. Aug 21, 2014 #5 kleedus Full Access Member. lack of low end torque + shitty 1st gear wouldnt be fun. I wonder if a set of ported peanut port heads on a 454 with a rebuilt 800 The NV4500 input shaft on the transmission I have is the same length, diameter, spline count, and pilot size as the SM465 that I removed from the truck. (Even though the 2wd output is 30 spline where as the 4wd is 29 Shop our selection of NV4500 transmission retrofit packages to help ensure that your transmission installation goes perfectly. Next Last. K. 25 front differential, hydroboost still connected. I have a flywheel from a 1984 Chevy 454 with a 12" clutch that I wanted to use but read somewhere it was externally Experience audio excellence with boAt Airdopes Flex 454 ANC Wireless Earbuds featuring Active Noise Cancellation up to 32dB, BEAST™ Mode, 10mm Drivers, ASAP™ Charge, 60H Playback, ENx™ Technology, and Ambient Mode for an immersive and uninterrupted listening experience. ) Along with any prevalent Diagnostic Trouble Codes, aka DTCs, other forum members will be able to help you get to a solution more quickly and easily! 350-454. 0L LS? IS BIGGER REALLY BETTER? IS AN LS BETTER THAN A BIG BLOCK? It is a 5. Step 1 is a pre-inspection for case cracks, excessive wear, and OEM specific problems. 1 Kit PN712576 NV4500-1996 GM BELLHOUSING ADAPTER KIT. the "correct" ecm or the current ecm (the one set for the 454 /nv4500 combo) won't run the engine correctly without input from an electronnic transmission. Devin (@83GMCK2500 on the forums) has a 96 ECLB K3500 454/NV4500 with over 300k miles on it. Crummins Discussion starter. I am going to get a new distributer, wires for it. Members. Once the hydraulics go out, (i. I’d say get Fitment - Fits Dodge NV4500 4x4 29 spline & 4x2 31 Spline output New Venture NV4500HD models (Cummins Diesel or V-10). 454 or 8. 83DuallyC30; Nov 6, 2023; Gauge, Speedo & Instrumentation; Replies 2 Views 1K. 92 out of I have a 1993 chevy K3500 crew cab long bed with a 454 and NV4500trans. The 88' Chevy V30 3+3 4x4 Dually 454 TBI/NV4500/NP205 04-06-2016, 02:58 AM #27: MTCK. Last October just before Halloween I found the motor out of a Frito Lay truck I'm purchasing a 1994 C3500 with the 7. Reactions: Catbox. Nv4500 5pd chevy tranmission - Car Engines & Engine Parts - Missouri Valley, Iowa | Facebook Marketplace Have a 93 NV4500 with no bellhousing, need to bolt it to my 454 in my 72 4x4. Clutch: I don't like the current hydualic internal clutch desgin and the OEM external style of previous years, is on the passenger side and can cause drive shaft issues. 1996 K1500 Suburban (Big Blue), 5. My truck already was converted to a NV4500 using a pedal and master from a SM465 truck. This package is for a GM 4WD NV4500 to the GM 10 spline NP205 (1971-85). 08 gear My 383 pulled the gearing just fine, and so will this beast. The NP440/A833 MM7 doesn't quite have the torque capacity for a 454 and, even tho it's an overdrive trans, it's a 4 speed. I want to use the block and rotating assy of an 8. marks86 Full Access Member. Someone had swapped a Sm465/ np205 with a mechanical clutch setup. C30 gross trailer weight with a 454 and a 5th wheel kingpin type hitch is listed below. Automatics are boring anyways. I have a buddy who has a 6. I'm looking for info on a " lean mode" that I've heard is actuated by the fifth gear in the nv4500. Jeep guys and rock crawlers love them although the NV4500 has taken some of the attention away. The truck runs and I have looked threw 18 pages of posts for nv4500 swaps. Runs, drives, stops well. Sure would love an overdrive gear for fuel mileage and interstate driving! 87 R30 CC Dually, TBI 454, NV4500, zero rust barn find 87 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 6. Look for the AA NV4500 bible as I call it and download it from the AA website you will learn alot from that pdf. 253 posts · Joined 2010 Add to quote The 454 Vortec that was in it towed fine, had a ton of power -- it had the Banks exhaust, headers, intake, etc on it, it was a very, very quick Suburban that pulled hard. Fuel gauge does not always work, I just fill up · 1999 Chevrolet 3500 454 tbi. 2000 k3500 l29 454, nv4500; Page 1 of 2 1 2 Last. Wtb 1990-1991 suburban cluster for ls swap. The NV3500 is a light-duty transmission suitable for smaller vehicles. I want to retain my mechanical clutch linkage (i think) so I need a bellhousing to mate the two. B. 030 over Rebuilt 454, nv4500, np205 - Car Engines & Engine Parts - Hales Corners, Wisconsin | Facebook Marketplace I decided to go with an 8. 74:1 overdrive ratio for easy freeway travel. 10 14bolt FF and GM 9. You will break either one shifting it that way plus the gear splits are great for towing but suck for performance. I am getting a bigger radiator. But what tranny is it? I'm told 3rd gear and reverse are "rough" and I want to see what I'm looking at as far as replacement parts go. Join Date: Dec 2009. Jun 23, 2014 #3 M. Gran Degajeur My project hauler is a 91 K2500 454 NV4500 truck and I am confident with it hauling any cars and car haulers. $5,500 OBO. The engine runs like a fine watch, it is smooth as can be. 11-27-2009, 11:53 AM #2: snj8198. C. What is everything I need to do to make the swap. 3. Join Date: Mar 2015. This application requires the ISO 454tbi with nv4500 4x4 Chevy truck Shame, motor looked brand new inside except for the spun rod bearings. I have a 1986 Chevy k30 crew cab. Another option is a Ranger overdrive gear splitter. . I Have a 1993 Trans fully rebuilt with the 6. bprovonsil Discussion starter. 0's around if you lookfrom the factory. The NV4500 is used in light trucks and SUVs including Toyota, Ford, Jeep, General Motors, and Dodge. 1 Kit PN715534 GM MECH. (The input shaft on the gassers had 1 1/8" whereas the diesels got a 1 1/4") Since he changed the input, the output was the only difference. I can't stand the 454 and SM465, can't get the truck out of the way of traffic. 10 14bolt SF and GM 9. My dads truck turned almost exactly that RPM on the freeway with his 454 before he got his I am really wanting to install an NV4500 into my unlucky 1 year missed 1991 chevy. '96 C3500 rebuild, L29/NV4500, 0411 swap with coil per cylinder. Oct 23, 2017 #3 Chewy1576 I'm Awesome. Browse all. 5 NV4500 truck with 136k miles for a steal, and I'm wanting to drop the drivetrain in my 1995 K3500 454 4L80E. I have a 6. I want to put in a reasonable manual transmission that doesn’t cost me six grand. 71 and 5. From 1992-95, the GM version of the NV4500 transmission used a 6. 1 then put on 454 heads and factory intake and fuel injection to keep the swap simple. 10. If i find a 454 I have had one guy say my trans would have to be moved messing with my drive shafts. I found 96 454 roller cam, freshened it up, used throttle body and everything off old engine. to distribute some of the weight . New posts Latest activity. 34. They used to install the NV4500 behind 6. 5 turbodiesel, 700R4 12-18-2017, 03:34 PM #6: Tiger Joe. We were looking for the same exact truck lol. The diesel is a '93, the small block is a '98. 1 liter and an NV4500 combo for a couple reasons. Location: Fairbanks, AK. The 1947 - Present it's considered one of the most bullet-proof trans ever made. I cleaned/blasted them, expanded the collectors for Forums. 61:1 (later and most common units) and a gear span of 6. 1 1 of 12 Go to page. The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message The 454- Block bored . I'd like to keep everything Chevy and find a donor with an NV4500. Prior to 1993 the GM NV4500 had what's called the Granny Gear which had the first gear ratio of 6. Was a 454 TBI/NV4500 and is 2wd. The truck is a 95 Yukon GT. Not sure if cummins had a special rear flywheel housing for the dodges, or if the transmission I have one gm NV4500 with np241 tcase $1500 PENDING I have one 4l80e with np241 tcases $750 each PENDING I have one 454 Vortec engine $700 I have two 350 vortec engine $500 each I have two 4. The 360 eqipped 2500 with 5spds used the Magnum bolt pattern on the 4500's, so that would be the ticket. Lucas synthetic gear oil works just fine without the high $$. You are correct, a round pattern 6 bolt 205 case with 32 spline input gear will mount Hey everyone, been running the 5. 34:1 first gear, but after that Dodge and GM versions use a 5. Posts: 428 Re: Best investment with a TBI 454. I’m asking because I just swapped a Nv4500 in my truck and used a factory 85 set of pedals too but used Doing something similar in my 454 powered 2wd crew cab dually. And thus I'd have to scrap any ideas of using a non electronic trans . add to cart. So here is yet another NV4500 swap thread. I use a pickle fork 350/350/454. 10's and im sticking with 33" tires I want to gain an extra gear to keep rpms down low on the highway and nv4500 manual transmission parts & rebuild kits. STILL AUTOMOTIVE RELATED! The superior man is modest in his speech, but I have a 95 k2500 with a 454. Welcome to the board. I think your golden. Joined Sep 14, 2010 Posts 1,487 Reaction score 71 Location Muskogee,OK First Name Skinny Truck Year If the NV4500 is longer than the 700r4 Set up, then sure, you can use the same driveshat, but it It has a 454 big block Chevy which has 425 lb/ft torque and 330 hp. 4L 454 Engine, and it has a 5 Speed Manual transmission. Raybob9289; Oct 20, 2024; That's why I like the nv4500 or 4l80e perhaps. 88 $226. Material - Made of high quality steel and features a fine textured black powdercoat finish for The "standard duty" NV4500 is offically rated at 410ft-lbs. I would like to replace the 454 with a 4-53 or a 6v53. add Last summer was the put it on the correct frame and this winter its 6. But it's a fun truck! Always starts, always leaks oil, and gets 18-19mpg How does it tow? I recently picked up a 95 k2500 with a 6. I have a '89 GMC K3500, manual NV4500 and I not in a heavy ass motorhome. Joined Dec 6, 2019 Posts 6,770 Reaction score 11,480 Location In the woods in Western Washington My 454/Th400 in a stock height C20 with stock size tires COULD GET 13. agree would much rather have a 8. since the truck has factory 4. ? 2. C4 may be a good one to ask as well . Then the bell housing and other stuff you need for the swap. I've talked about doing this for a while, and am finally getting around to putting an overdrive transmission in my truck. 0/ NV4500 swap on my 77 Cheyenne K30 dually. Save yourself hours of fabricating—pick up It is 2WD 454 NV4500 regular cab 3/4 ton factory clearance lights and two tone GMC. Should pull better than the stock 454 would have & get MUCH better fuel mileage too!!! _____ Re: 87 Crew Cab 454/TH400 to Cummins/NV4500 More transmission pictures, including the parts that need to be swapped to convert the GM NV4500 ('96 up) to work with the cummins. its a 2500 with the 454 big block. Reply reply More replies More replies. 2 swap,NV4500,4. Welding bed built to fit to the chassis when new. (owned since 1978!) 454-th400 3. Normally the NV4500 is gonna cost $600-$1000 just for the trans. Setup was always maintained. He told me if they part it out, I could have whatever I wanted off it. I don't mind spending the money if it's worth it. Product Details. I did a NV4500 on my 92 Burban and it was all bolt it. 2008 I have most of the pieces required for an NV4500 swap, but this year's trip out to Colorado & Wyoming has persuaded me that I'd like my expedition truck to have 5 actual gears instead of 4 (NV4500) or 3 (SM465). 77 $273. 6. They just arent designed to be shifted hard and fast. Truck has been worked but not abused and always well maintained. If you plan on a 383 soon then you could look into a better clutch such as Hays or Center force. What's new. I can already do 70mph at barely over 2500 rpm, which is about where my engine O. 1300 95 chevy 1500hd 4wd with 91 intercooled 6bt and nv4500, regular driver for 5years. 1l (L18) motor. 7 TBI with a nv4500. Anyone have any experience with the After having two 4l60e's bite the dust, I decided to replace it with an NV4500 . 0 out of a 01 2500 suburban and an NV4500 out of a 96+ 3500. _____ Factory 454 with NV4500 Transmission. Comes with factory transfercase Was going to use for my squarebody project but found a cummins with a 5spd. After verifying that everything was The HD NV4500's are set up for a brake drum attachment on the rear of the transmission and are usually found in tow trucks and other commercial vehicles. rupture a seal) that's it. 99. You need a nv4500 bell housing, a dodge 4500 will have different input and out shafts compared to the GM. I got to drive an old 1992 Chevy 3/4 ton diesel with an NV4500 in it last night that my brother was fixing some leaks on. The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC The nv4500 and sm465 are like rowing a boat while shifting. I know the pieces fit . _____-78 c10 short/step: 388cid, M20, 5/5 drop, lots more. Some objectivity about the NV4500 When the NV4500 was released in the mid-nineties, the 4wd aftermarket and magazines latched on quickly. Save Share Reply Quote Like. On the clutch situation I could replace the hydraulics first. Is this true it seems wrong to me. with a turbo 400. 1 vortec. 96, its position against the heavy-duty four speeds (SM465, T18, SM420 or NP435) is not a lot better. Apparently the cost for used ones is very inexpensive and the kit to convert is about $1300. I am almost ready to swap to a LS and retaining the NV4500. 0L so a 454 would have to get somehwere in the neighborhood of 7-9mpg 05 LLy ecsb, leveled, 285's, Banks intake and 6-gun, straight piped, lbz mouthpiece. 1 Ratio. The only difference between an nv4500 behind a 6. The 4l80e for sure didnt use a 4l80e, I cant see GM using a body lift JUST to run a manual trans. I have read many postings, and there seems to be some problem adapting the 4bt to the Early chevy NV. Hell, I ran one behind a 454 for a year before an auto swap in a ’93 2wd Sportside project and I just Nv4500 out of a 2000 chevy was backed by a 454. If you click them and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission. If your handy with computers, im pretty sure you wouldnt even have to get a new ecmthe newer vortecs are pretty flexible in the regards of computer software compared to the older 96-2000 vortec 305, 350, 454 3 speed Saginaw behind a 454! The 1973 - 1987 Chevrolet & GMC Squarebody Pickups Message Board Register or Log In To remove these advertisements. If you want a beefier clutch and pressure plate set-up, order one for a 454 instead of the 350. 5 diesels and Vortec 454's in the 1996-2000 GMT 400'like trucks. Posts: 2,038 Re: NV4500 to NP205 question. Body doesn't have a spot of rust! Just ordered all new lenses to make the lights look nice and I should be good to go. I bought this truck with a bad engine and rebuilt just about everything. Has a vortec 454 with an nv4500 5 speed and 4:10 gears. 4l80e is great, but I do like rowing my own. jcjuhb hdxk pabjnig eczht cifuby wcf iippfl qoyt kpyp xyte