Common questions

What kind of transmission does a Dodge NV4500 have?

What kind of transmission does a Dodge NV4500 have?

Dodge 4wd NV4500 transmissions have always maintained the same gear ratios and bolt patterns throughout production; however, variations occur between diesel (and V10) versus gas models. Diesel NV4500 4WD transmissions always have a 29 spine rear output shaft with a 6-1/4″” rear tailhousing.

What causes 5th gear to fail on Dodge NV4500?

The otherwise reliable Dodge NV4500 4×4 manual transmission has one fault, a tendency for 5th gear failure, we have the solution. The Fifth Gear locknut retainer locks the nut to the spline on the main shaft. By doing this the retaining nut can’t back off.

When did the Cummins NV4500 come out?

These built NV4500 for sale transmissions are made to fit 1994-2004 model year vehicles. Most contain all new items while the KD and KE models have a refurbished rear extension housing with a new bushing and seal.

How big is the snout on a Dodge NV4500?

The front bearing retainer index is 5.6″ with a snout diameter of 1.75″. Dodge Gas 4wd NV4500s initially were introduced with a 23 spline rear output shaft and a 6-1/4 tailhousing. The input shaft is 7-1/2″, 1-1/8″ 10 spline with a .75″ pilot tip. The front retainer is 5.6″ with a 1.43″ snout.

Dodge 4wd NV4500 transmissions have always maintained the same gear ratios and bolt patterns throughout production; however, variations occur between diesel (and V10) versus gas models. Diesel NV4500 4WD transmissions always have a 29 spine rear output shaft with a 6-1/4″” rear tailhousing.

These built NV4500 for sale transmissions are made to fit 1994-2004 model year vehicles. Most contain all new items while the KD and KE models have a refurbished rear extension housing with a new bushing and seal.

The front bearing retainer index is 5.6″ with a snout diameter of 1.75″. Dodge Gas 4wd NV4500s initially were introduced with a 23 spline rear output shaft and a 6-1/4 tailhousing. The input shaft is 7-1/2″, 1-1/8″ 10 spline with a .75″ pilot tip. The front retainer is 5.6″ with a 1.43″ snout.

What kind of lubrication does a Dodge NV4500 use?

NV4500 Lubrication. The NV4500 transmission uses approximately one gallon of synthetic oil. This oil is available at your local Dodge authorized dealer under Part No. 4874459 (quart), or your local GM authorized dealer under Part No. 12346190 (quart).

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