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hchad18 · 02-12-2007, 10:39 PM

I am going this weekend to the pick and pull salvage yard. 50% off this weekend. Is there a model truck or car I should be looking for to get a good 5 speed trans? Thanks

**Palf70Step** · 02-12-2007, 10:51 PM

The best one would be one from an 88 & up full size C1500/C2500 trucks. There is two types, one hooked behind the V8s, the other behind the V6's. Both will work, but the V8 one will be tougher.

I am sorry I can't remember the model Ids of the two. I think the V8 model is something like an NV3500.

JameslovesJammie · 02-13-2007, 12:03 AM

Yup, NV3500 is the one you're looking for. There is also stronger NV4500 that is even tougher yet. It has a granny geared 1st and a 5th gear overdrive.

**special-K** · 02-13-2007, 09:23 AM

Is the NV3500 a true 4+1(o/d)with no granny?I assumed they were just like the NV4500,only lighter duty.

Huck · 02-13-2007, 09:32 AM

The NV3500 is a true 5 speed. No granny 1st gear and 5th is on overdrive. It came on the 90+ S10 and the full size light duty 1/2 ton trucks ---GMC & Chev. I used one for 4 years and it ran out great. I didn't race it --behind a stock crate 350--but did tow and haul a lot with it. Only issues I had was the hydraulic clutch setup and the speedo hookup is for electronic sensed ----you can't hook up a cable to it! The bellhousing is integrel to the trans. They are light weight and a pleasure to drive. Huck

**special-K** · 02-14-2007, 09:58 AM

Thanks,Huck.Great info.

CJJ67 · 02-14-2007, 12:51 PM

I'm confused. Are you talking about the 700R4/4L60E or is this something new? I want to do a swap this summer but I am still lost (which is just about all the time)..

dmec · 02-14-2007, 01:04 PM

i have been using a camaro t5 for 7 years with no problems. easier to find than a truck. also has cable drive for speedo. i have found that the s10 trannys have a smaller diameter input shaft than the v8 camaro. anything behind a v8 would be better than a six.

**Palf70Step** · 02-14-2007, 01:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CJJ67

I'm confused. Are you talking about the 700R4/4L60E or is this something new? I want to do a swap this summer but I am still lost (which is just about all the time)..

Those are automatic trannys, this one was about manual five speeds.

CJJ67 · 02-14-2007, 04:25 PM

Thanks Palf70step. Like I said before, great site, great people...

**WorkinLonghorn** · 02-14-2007, 04:38 PM

Just some added info; The NV3500 was produced in wide ratio,close ratio and a Heavy Duty model for D#dge trucks.(1500)

**special-K** · 02-14-2007, 09:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WorkinLonghorn

Just some added info; The NV3500 was produced in wide ratio,close ratio and a Heavy Duty model for D#dge trucks.(1500)

Are the HDs swapable?

unreconstructed1 · 02-14-2007, 11:09 PM

anyone know a good website or book where I can learn more about different models of manual trannies? I know plenty about the different turbo hydramatic autos but Ive come to realize that I really need to study up on the straight shift models since I had never even heard of an NV3500. thanks ya'll

**WorkinLonghorn** · 02-15-2007, 12:31 AM

Here's a link to the nv3500 ratios (at least as used in dodges);http://dodgeram.org/tech/transmission/nv3500_spec.htm
Here's a site that lists the different applications for manual trans.;http://www.drivetrain.com/vartransp24.html

**special-K** · 02-15-2007, 08:48 AM

Thanks again.

unreconstructed1 · 02-15-2007, 10:16 AM

thanks longhorn

02-12-2007, 10:39 PM	#1
hchad18 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: AZ Posts: 372	junkyard 5-speed I am going this weekend to the pick and pull salvage yard. 50% off this weekend. Is there a model truck or car I should be looking for to get a good 5 speed trans? Thanks

02-12-2007, 10:51 PM	#2
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,083	Re: junkyard 5-speed The best one would be one from an 88 & up full size C1500/C2500 trucks. There is two types, one hooked behind the V8s, the other behind the V6's. Both will work, but the V8 one will be tougher. I am sorry I can't remember the model Ids of the two. I think the V8 model is something like an NV3500. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

02-13-2007, 12:03 AM	#3
JameslovesJammie God Bless Mr. T Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Minot, ND Posts: 348	Re: junkyard 5-speed Yup, NV3500 is the one you're looking for. There is also stronger NV4500 that is even tougher yet. It has a granny geared 1st and a 5th gear overdrive. __________________ Like a midget at a urinal...sometimes you must stay on your toes.

02-13-2007, 09:23 AM	#4
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: junkyard 5-speed Is the NV3500 a true 4+1(o/d)with no granny?I assumed they were just like the NV4500,only lighter duty. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

02-13-2007, 09:32 AM	#5
Huck Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Shelbyville, KY Posts: 3,269	Re: junkyard 5-speed The NV3500 is a true 5 speed. No granny 1st gear and 5th is on overdrive. It came on the 90+ S10 and the full size light duty 1/2 ton trucks ---GMC & Chev. I used one for 4 years and it ran out great. I didn't race it --behind a stock crate 350--but did tow and haul a lot with it. Only issues I had was the hydraulic clutch setup and the speedo hookup is for electronic sensed ----you can't hook up a cable to it! The bellhousing is integrel to the trans. They are light weight and a pleasure to drive. Huck

02-14-2007, 09:58 AM	#6
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: junkyard 5-speed Thanks,Huck.Great info. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

02-14-2007, 12:51 PM	#7
CJJ67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Temecula, Ca. Posts: 64	Re: junkyard 5-speed I'm confused. Are you talking about the 700R4/4L60E or is this something new? I want to do a swap this summer but I am still lost (which is just about all the time)..

02-14-2007, 01:04 PM	#8
dmec Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: yucaipa ca Posts: 580	Re: junkyard 5-speed i have been using a camaro t5 for 7 years with no problems. easier to find than a truck. also has cable drive for speedo. i have found that the s10 trannys have a smaller diameter input shaft than the v8 camaro. anything behind a v8 would be better than a six.

02-14-2007, 04:25 PM	#10
CJJ67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Temecula, Ca. Posts: 64	Re: junkyard 5-speed Thanks Palf70step. Like I said before, great site, great people...

02-14-2007, 04:38 PM	#11
WorkinLonghorn Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Studio City, Calif. Posts: 2,883	Re: junkyard 5-speed Just some added info; The NV3500 was produced in wide ratio,close ratio and a Heavy Duty model for D#dge trucks.(1500) __________________ '69 GMC C2500 Custom Camper, 8 1/2' bed, New GM 350, NP 435 Close Ratio 4spd. Trans., 3.73 Dana-60 open.Camper and Trailer wiring, PS, PB, AC, tach , three gas tanks, stereo speakers, 2nd owner, Work-Truck supreme.

02-14-2007, 11:09 PM	#13
unreconstructed1 nec absolutum Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Tennessee Posts: 223	Re: junkyard 5-speed anyone know a good website or book where I can learn more about different models of manual trannies? I know plenty about the different turbo hydramatic autos but Ive come to realize that I really need to study up on the straight shift models since I had never even heard of an NV3500. thanks ya'll

02-15-2007, 12:31 AM	#14
WorkinLonghorn Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Studio City, Calif. Posts: 2,883	Re: junkyard 5-speed Here's a link to the nv3500 ratios (at least as used in dodges);http://dodgeram.org/tech/transmission/nv3500_spec.htm Here's a site that lists the different applications for manual trans.;http://www.drivetrain.com/vartransp24.html __________________ '69 GMC C2500 Custom Camper, 8 1/2' bed, New GM 350, NP 435 Close Ratio 4spd. Trans., 3.73 Dana-60 open.Camper and Trailer wiring, PS, PB, AC, tach , three gas tanks, stereo speakers, 2nd owner, Work-Truck supreme.

02-15-2007, 08:48 AM	#15
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: junkyard 5-speed Thanks again. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

02-15-2007, 10:16 AM	#16
unreconstructed1 nec absolutum Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Tennessee Posts: 223	Re: junkyard 5-speed thanks longhorn



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