Nv4500 grinds 2nd I'm curious to see if it does it tomorrow when it's cold. It does grind 90% of the time going to reverse. I'm now having trouble with grinding when shifting into 2nd gear, cannot down shift into 2nd and will pop out of reverse. When I let Jun 26, 2007 · It has been shifting gradually worse over the last year. I had both rebuilt before the swap by Standard Transmission in Fort Worth TX. Dropped from 5th to 4th rolled up my power tried to shift to 5th again NOPE so I'm stuck in 4th limped into Hoots Cafe in Whitebird, ID. 44:1 for second gear, 1. Stuck out of town n dark now. Its a grinding noise when I release the pedal. Then hard to all gears. the seller told me there was no 5th gear, I knew about the issues with the 5th gear nut so I dive in headfirst, pull the t-case, yank the tail housing off the transmission Oct 4, 2007 · Having problems shifting. Grinds second gear a little but still works fine. Transmission was a 3rd Gen nv4500 with the rare 29spline shaft which is better for high hp trucks. tranny and clutch are only 2. I won't lie If been driving the bag off it for the last 30 000 km. Truck is a jeep TJ rock crawler. 3l, 1994 4wd 5spd nv3500 transmission. Changing fluid soon to see if that helps matters. We park it Nov 18, 2009 · i just had a similiar problem with my 01 nv4500/ It was grinding really loud in 3rd and the other day when i shifted into third and let out on the clutch i sheared my input shaft. Every time I shift into second it grinds. 1st castrol syntorque or equivalent is very necsisary to protect the factory syncros with the carbon fiber lining. when i am in 2nd and going into 3rd i have to wait a couple seconds before i slide it into 3rd or it will grind. Upgraded to 241 DHD transfer and 1 ton yokes & driveshafts. I take it down the highway and in 4th, 5th and neutral (w/ and w/o the clutch pressed) it makes a terrible grinding and whirring noise. fluid level is good clutch fluid is good. Grinding when shifting into gear would be synchros. No luck. 8k Created5 yr5 yr Last Reply 5 yr5 yr Are gen 2s known to be a little finicky to get into 3rd gear? I noticed mine going from 2nd to 3rd, needs to be held in 3rd for a second for a proper shift, or it makes a slight rattling ( Not typical grinding)noise like it isn't in all the way, and acts like it's in neutral. Jul 2, 2007 · I have been reading about the NV4500 a lot as it relates to what fluid to put in it. Aug 23, 2023 · Swapped the master rod and ended up using the slave rod from the old nv4500 setup, since it was just a hair longer than the new one, and I was having issues getting the neutral safety to engage, and that was the fix for that. Mar 17, 2015 · Recently it was becoming darn near impossible to shift my gears without grinding them or even getting it to properly shift. 44, 3rd-1. My next Oct 5, 2012 · Looks like I should have spent that "saved" money on a rebuild of the NV4500, grinds into 3 and 4, and has that weird clunky noise in 5th. Guess I'm probably looking at synchros (at least 1!) too. I’ve no idea how to share videos here so here’s a YT link w the noise: Sep 9, 2022 · have had my truck a few months. Apr 4, 2023 · Well, the main shafts in the nv4500 were originally only partially splined for the 5th gear, there was a good reason for it, but I forget the details. 5 years. My problem is third gear grinds bad going into gear and 4th gear has a growl. 3l, 4L60e, elocked, 3" OME lift, 315 KM2s, Warn 8074. Replaced the clutch, pilot, and throw out bearings and did not solve the issue. Its like the syncro isn't even there? anyone have any clues? new syncros and bearings. Its a bear to get into 2nd in traffic, no grinds just really hard. 00:1 for fourth gear, and 0. Everything else shifts good and it doesn't matter how slow I attempt to shift, it'll grind 3rd gear. 00 a quart. It would occasionally go away and then come back. I can feel the shifter moving between the gates like normal but then try to pull it into gear (mainly 2nd or reverse when stopped) it doesn't seem to want to go unless I press the clutch pedal firmly against the floorboard. so i had the transmission rebuilt by a shop and had them put in a Dec 28, 2011 · The second time I called the rebuilder, which is one of the premier manual transmission repair companies in the country. so i thought it was a funked 5th gear nut or 5th gear. The truck is a 2003 2500 with the 5. 1991 d250 with 12 valve and nv4500 grinds a little going into 3rd has upgraded fuel pin and has some rot, 13000$ obo or trade for other diesels Apr 30, 2018 · My NV4500 shifts excellent, in every gear, no grinding at all going into 3rd up or downshifting. Grinding when shifting into 3rd and 5th gear typically points to worn synchronizer rings or a slipping clutch. It feels as if the reverse lockout is stuck making so basically i own a 2nd gen with 290k miles (24v) and ya she makes about 650 hp on a stock trans but anyways my 3rd gear grinds unless i double… Cycling through all gears I get a grinding/clunking when letting the clutch out. Apr 13, 2009 · The classis NV4500 scenario for a sloppy input is a bad pilot bearing wipes out the pocket and thrust bearings inside the transmission. They have rebuilt thousands of NV4500s. I could briefly get it into 5th, but that's now impossible. The trans is grinding going into 3rd gear. Sounds like it’s coming from the torque Jun 21, 2015 · on another note every time I pull 4th gear it grinds a little. I mat crank it in 2nd then drive where i can legally park tonight. Nv4500 5 speed 4wd All components to swap your auto to manual. But the 3-4 shift is so loose and slopped out that it will fall out of 3rd gear when there no accel/decel "pressure" on the drivetrain. Under load it stays in gear, and under decel it stays in gear Runs and drives definitely needs some tlc 12 valve swapped 98 motor Nv4500 grinds in 3rd Cab is rust and dent free Interior is loaded everything works still Call or text 859-588-33one5 if GM NV4500 2WD transmission out of a 2000 Silverado classic 3500. Now I am looking at replacing the master and slave cyl. It will shift w engine off. In contrast a T18 is 3. i had the tranmission flushed at valvoline and i found out today it takes a special fluid. updated 5th gear nut couldn't have backed off in the first mile? do these Dec 26, 2010 · Title almost sums it up. Mar 16, 2011 · New NV4500, won't shift into gear Jump to Latest 19K views 10 replies 6 participants last post by farminHD Apr 8, 2011 farminHD Discussion starter Jul 6, 2009 · "Losing" fifth gear can happen to any stock NV4500, but it is most commonly experienced with 1994-1998 Dodge turbo-diesel trucks used for heavy trailer towing and/or equipped with enhanced horsepower Cummins engines. Aug 10, 2021 · I have a 1999 Cummins 2500 4x4 long-bed. The T18 values represent what is more typical. 2 diesel engine. I discounted it to lazy clutching until it jammed into third gear and I couldn't pull it out. The truck grinds when it is put in park. Cant get in 1st even. Sep 21, 2016 · Freshly rebuilt tranny(300ish miles) has an issue where it grinds coming OUT of third gear. The the boots. It doesn't do Get help for NV4500 transmission problems at Torque King 4x4. I have a 98 12v 4x4 with the NV4500 5spd. Shifter will still move through all the gears but truck will not move. The Aug 27, 2019 · With a heavy heart, something broke in the transmission running along at 80 MPH. Car has 18k miles. If necessary ill give it a Sep 21, 2013 · Yesterday when I went to leave work I tried to put my truck into reverse but it wouldn't go in for some reason so I just coasted back and took off home, once I got home I played around trying to get it to go into reverse again but it was a no go. Well, I went back to the jobsite and finished out my day. Which makes perfect sense because if I start my truck cold and take off right away and can't shift through the gears without grinding (goes into 2nd, take off gear (1st is granny), just fine sitting still and always goes smooth into overdrive. If I baby it it will go in without grinding but I almost have to double-clutch to prevent the grind. Jun 5, 2017 · I recently put a nv4500 and 6. Direct bolt-in, no other parts needed. But everything else grinds). I’ve had a grinding 3rd gear for the entire month that I’ve owned my 1996 Dodge 12 Cummins 12 valve manual Oct 6, 2009 · My first two guesses would be the pilot bearing which would also cause my second guess of the needle bearing where output shaft goes inside of input shaft inside of trans. Dec 19, 2015 · Just got back to the mainland and dusted the truck off. We cover NV4500 problems and the solutions you need to get your transmission running properly again. Drove to my brother's house and after a while (50*F air temps), it started grinding going into 3rd. I just noticed a new sound in the trans (it was already noisy). The New Venture 4500 transmission, or NV4500, was the highlight of this new venture. Almost like it’s not fully engaged and other times it’ll slowly creep forward but then pop out. Is this just cause its Nov 14, 2011 · 1st 2nd and 5th shift fine, 3rd and 4th grind before going into gear, its a nv4500 5 speed, think the synchronizers need to be replaced? what do you recommend where can i get parts? Jun 9, 2024 · Around a year ago I bought a 1986 Chevy m1008, an ex-military squarebody that the previous owner swapped a 6. Had the rear drive shaft removed in this vid, so the last two times I rev the engine is just in 2wd, free spinning under no load and I do not get the clunking or grinding. I had an NV4500, 3. I have done a couple mods to it such as bigger lift pump, waste gate, and a chip. If the truck is moving, it's much easier to shift. One other thing, my NV4500 was bought new from JB Conversions. If its constantly grinding, you have more problems than just synchros. That is a NV4500, correct? I've never torn into a transmission or differential before. so basically i own a 2nd gen with 290k miles (24v) and ya she makes about 650 hp on a stock trans but anyways my 3rd gear grinds unless i double… Oct 1, 2017 · When sitting still with the clutch pedal depressed it slides into every gear smoothly but when moving it grinds in every gear every time. but if I just give it a second and let it fall in its fine. test drive went well until I tried to go to 5th gear. $10,000 obo. Any higher rpm's and it grinds. Oct 25, 2019 · The dual disc was pretty wore out. the oiler hole for the input bearing often gets plugged by RTV when people asemble them Jul 15, 2024 · Does anyone have any insight as to why my trans is hard to get into revserse and 1st and occasionally 5th from a stop? Aligning it with 4th or 2nd beforehand helps. Dec 29, 2016 · I have a 1993 Chevrolet 1500 with a nv3500 that I lost 1st ,2nd, 5th and reverse. Apr 7, 2013 · This problem has happened sense the day i put it in the truck. 9 cummins and NV4500 trans. It made the same noise you describe at idle in neutral. I bought a kit from High Impact Transmission which included a rebuilt transmission. I have slave cylinder and complete pedal assembly if needed also make Jul 15, 2009 · The point in doing this is to even out the spread between gears. It all started after a trail run May 3, 2020 · 96 C3500HD. Jul 12, 2014 · So I'm buying a nv4500 from a guy. To the point that by the time I get into 3rd gear, I'm at a rolling stop pace. Slowed down to make a turn and truck lost power to the wheels and acted like it was put into neutral. Ive only read something about Aug 25, 2014 · my nv4500 is a bum trans already, the 3rd gear synchros are out and you have to revmatch it to get it into 3rd, (i clutch the others) but anyway i just did an oil change before i took it on my trip 1400 miles one way. If it needs to be rebuilt any recommendations on kits? I’ve got the repair manual /a few YT videos doing tear downs. Can anybody give me advice or parts numbers for what will be needed? How big a job is this? Is this best left to a guy that knows trannys Nv4500 out of my Dodge Cummins 2nd Gen. but I need to know if I have to use the stuff for a 89-93 (dealer told me it Mar 11, 2019 · I have a 98 dodge 2500 with a nv4500 and a np241dhd in it. '94 Toyota Land Cruiser FJZ80 - Vortec L33 5. What do you guys think it is? Also I drained the fluid and was going to refill it to see if that helps but after draining it the pan was full of brass 1993 gmc 3500 was a dually has been converted to a 2500 6 lug suspension has a low mileage 350 and a nv4500 5 speed transmission the 2nd gear grinds has been driven that way for the last 10 years May 16, 2013 · NV4500 5 speed Manual Transmission: The NV4500 came in Dodge and GM output configurations and the one that's used to mate to the NP203 is the GM 4wd NV4500. 67 and 1. Jun 2, 2022 · Hello all, I've semi-completed a 47re to nv4500 swap and have had to go back and redo, recheck and take apart a biggilion times. In 4th gear from maybe 1700-2000 rpms on a somewhat hard pull I hear what is not quite a grind but maybe a loud whine. If i get the truck up to speed in second , push the clutch in let the rpm's drop down to 800 it goes in fine. Need to repair the grinding when going into third or fourth. Put a single in and while better, 1st to third still grinds unless its basically sitting still or you give it some rpms up shifting to 2nd and 3rd. The trans was just completely rebuilt by a reputable shop, but I am having issues with the truck popping out of 5th gear. Featuring a granny low first gear coupled with a fifth gear overdrive Aug 2, 2004 · I never had grinding problems when shifting. The tranny makes a fairly loud growling noise whenever it is lugging the engine. 79 and 1. Does anyone have any recommendation on Aug 27, 2019 · With a heavy heart, something broke in the transmission running along at 80 MPH. The problem is less frequent on 1999 and newer Dodge turbo-diesel trucks with the revised factory 5th gear nut. I was able to pull the shifter out and with little/no effort, it popped out of third no problem :rolleyes Feb 13, 2010 · May's Cummins of the Month is now open for entries! NV4500 gears grinding Jump to Latest 1. Finding the exact reasons will help you solve the issues within no time. 54s and ran 37s on my old first gen. The guy told me the 3rd gear syncros are bad. the oiler hole for the input bearing often gets plugged by RTV when people asemble them Oct 24, 2019 · Rebuilt trans about 60-70k ago. Has a hydraulic pump on it for running service beds or wrecker beds and is Runs and drives Cab & rear bumper is rusty, tailgate dented but operates. Depending on the damage it could be very bad inside. It's been popping out at times for a while now, so I knew it might happen. It is a synthetic GL-4 rated fluid. Another problem related to shifting difficulty is failure of the pilot bearing. The next day we go to drive it and it won't go into 3rd gear. Doesn't grind or try Togo into geardid a little searching and only thing I found was there hard to get into reverse sometimes. Nov 18, 2008 · I've rebuilt my Chevy S-10, 4. Nov 29, 2011 · So I will need to tear apart my NV4500 and replace the syncros because it grinds when I shift into second gear. Pulled from a 04 gmc2500hd 4x4. should take care of any synchro issues. Today had very hard time dropping to 4th. I ended up buying new pilot bearings, new flywheels, new clutches, pressure plates, master/slave cylinders, clutch forks, throwout bearings etc to no avail. Now I am wanting to go to a nv4500 because I am wanting to eventually make 4wd with a solid front axle and ether a built 350 or 4bt as of right now it is a 2wd 6 cylinder. Fixed it moved from Albuquerque to Lubbock 2 days later. It did this in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th gear. I swapped from a 47RE to a NV4500 a little over a year ago. The 5. Trying to shift from a stop requires two arms. Is this just life with a dual disc? Comprehensive guide to the NV4500 manual transmission, including history, identification, adaptability, and compatibility for Jeep and GM/Dodge vehicles. Complete nv4500 swap for 2nd gen ram 94-02 2wd nv4500 all gears work no grinds Driveshaft Clutch flywheel Manual crossmember Shifter and boot brake petal and clutch petal Clutch hydraulics All Jun 15, 2021 · I swapped in an NV4500/np208 into my 1975 Jimmy - 3rd vehicle I’ve swapped in the NV4500. It has a grinding vibrating (sounds and feels more like a vibration) sound from 50-60mph, a mile under 50 it stops, a mile over 60 it stops? It does it in 4th or 5th gear and also does it when decelerating or coasting. 3k cash No trades Have other manual swap kits as well, 2wd nv4500 2nd gen 3k 2wd nv5600 3rd gen 3500$ 4wd nv5600 3rd gen 5k 4wd g56 5k Nv4500 4wd 3rd gen 3500$ Located in beaver dam wi Beaver Dam, WI Oct 17, 2006 · NV4500 series transmissions were specifically designed for use with Castrol Syntorq LT® GL4 rated synthetic gear lubricant. New Venture 4500 (NV4500) Transmissions The New Venture Gear Corporation was developed when GM's Muncie Transmission Division and Chrysler's New Process Corporation joined forces to manufacture a full product line of manual transmissions. It's got 191k on it now. And moves side to side with no prob. Read to know the exact reasons. Comes with Mar 22, 2025 · NV3500 transmission problems can be due to many reasons. Ran a Valair kevlar ceramic clutch. Nov 18, 2011 · Did a complete rebuild on my NV4500. Except reverse is a little hard to go into but no grinding. 34:1 for first gear, 3. Nov 9, 2008 · 3rd gears in NV are kind of funny they are usually the first to grind. Transmission is an nv4500 from a 00's Silverado and the engine is a V8 cadillac escalade early 00's as well. Torque king has a master overhaul kit, and another kit that includes tools but is almost $600 more expensive. And reverse is like something is in the way. I need to keep this tranny going for a little longer. Jul 15, 2024 · Does anyone have any insight as to why my trans is hard to get into revserse and 1st and occasionally 5th from a stop? Aligning it with 4th or 2nd beforehand helps. Down shifting to third is the same, but to 2nd, won't go in til the truck stops. Oct 15, 2018 · Truck was running and driving fine. To start: I bought a rotted out 94 Ram 5 speed with a Aug 10, 2009 · 99 2500 QC, nv4500, Edge w/ Attitude, ATS exhaust, AFE, Straight piped, 6"ish Skyjacker lift kit, 37x13. I have to wait about 3-5 seconds for the gear to stop spinning before I can put it in gear all other gears I dont have a problem with. 03, 1. 2hi and 4hi have no issues but when I put my truck in 4 lo I feel the shifter click in gear,t hen when I put my truck back into gear and let off the clutch sometimes it’ll just grind. I assume the retaining nut backed off of the output shaft and let the gear slide out of place. There was no problems until this morning on my way from Lubbock to Midland. I know it needs work and I'm planning on get a rebuild kit but I'm trying to figure i recently bought a '96 with the nv4500. If you don't rev up to normal speeds in 2nd and shift excrutiatingly slowly the grinding can be avoided. It grinds going into second gear but only sometimes. Aug 27, 2019 · With a heavy heart, something broke in the transmission running along at 80 MPH. But need to do this in a weekend so I get back to work Monday. Transmissions are a pain in the butt. Explore our NV4500 5th gear fix solutions online today. I'm currently at a standstill after tearing into the transmission and 1994 Chevrolet 3500hd nv4500 2wd, grinds some between 2nd and third otherwise the transmission works good. On the bright side driving it as a 9 speed by using the splitter is satisfying enough to make the time invested worth it, and I'll have the money for a rebuild soon enough. It doesn't matter if I shift fast, slow or at high or low rpm it grinds. It's made a grinding noise in 4th and 5th, and a bad vibration in 5th since purchase. I thought it was a master/slave cylinder problem because I was having issues with the clutch disengaging. Transmission grinds from 2nd to 3rd only if you’re trying to hot-rod it—shifts fine under normal driving. Feb 17, 2019 · I have 2012 2500 with the g56 that has 92,000. We drove it home nearly 2000 miles without incident. I would like to remove the back cover Jan 8, 2024 · I’ve got an NV4500 with 180k miles that grinds going into 3rd unless I double clutch. 7K views 2 replies 3 participants last post by 97powerstroker Feb 14, 2010 rollincoal01 Discussion starter Oct 1, 2017 · Im using the trans fluild that dodge uses in there nv4500 trans I asume it is the same $30. Any idea on what could be broke inside? I took the Jun 21, 2025 · New Venture 4500 (NV4500) Transmissions The New Venture Gear Corporation was developed when GM's Muncie Transmission Division and Chrysler's New Process Corporation joined forces to manufacture a full product line of manual transmissions. I have a brand new single disc clutch (clutch max kit eBay), slave/master, pressure plate, flywheel, friction disc, throw out bearing, fork, pivot ball without a QU10035 is a 37 tooth, bearing supported mainshaft 2nd gear that is compatible with ALL New Venture NV4500 5 speed manual transmissions regardless of 2nd gear reduction ratio. Chevy k3500 carburetor 454 with nv4500 transmission truck runs and drives great 4x4 works lots a new parts it does grind going into 2nd but if you double Mar 24, 2008 · Finally got my CJ-7 all back together after not driving it for 1. My grandfather gifted his old truck to my son, which is awesome. You had to wind the tits out of it in 3rd to not lose all steam going into 4th. From what I have read, the NV4500 has carbon fiber synchronizers in it. Sep 21, 2016 · Freshly rebuilt tranny (300ish miles) has an issue where it grinds coming OUT of third gear. Dec 1, 2021 · Hard to get into 2nd, slightly easier to push into 3rd and have to quickly pull into 4th, otherwise it just grinds and won't go in. Feb 6, 2013 · I just installed an NV4500 into a 03 dodge cummins 2wd. The noise only last for a second, and it doesnt happen all the time, but this morning the noise was a little louder and longer on 1 shift. Recently, I've been getting a grinding noise when under load (pulling a hill or accelerating). Then, on the way Mar 12, 2020 · nv4500 pops out of 1st on acceleration - even after rebuild? by Gillesdecourse » Thu Mar 12, 2020 10:31 pm A friend of mine is really bummed about this situation so I thought to ask you guys for help. Dodge say to only put the Castrol Syntorque 75w-90 fluid in it. All updated parts. 04, 1. Apr 13, 2016 · My nv4500 lost 5th gear today. Selling a manual swap for a 2nd gen dodge. I will buy a rebyuilf kit. so i have an nv4500 in my tow rig. The truck makes a grinding Sep 22, 2014 · Hey guys i have a nv4500 i swapped in my truck in January. without getting into all the details of all the parts I've replaced and the ridiculous number of times and ways it's left me stranded in about 3500 miles, I'll just focus on the transmission i Aug 21, 2012 · Had this thing going for a day now with some reports. Jan 7, 2022 · A transmission that didn't even exist when I got my hands on my NV4500 back in 2005. 61 NV4500 has ratios of 3. Apr 22, 2011 · I've never torn into a transmission or differential before. 5th gear failed with a horrid grinding sound. So I replaced both of them to no avail, nothing changed. 50x17's. If you don't rev up to normal speeds in Mar 23, 2005 · It only happens when I shift from 2nd to 3rd. It's the same sound as when you grind gears. Featuring a granny low first gear coupled with a fifth gear overdrive May 6, 2023 · I got up the courage and rebuilt it myself, and while it no longer had a grind in 3rd gear, it was still doing the blocking thing. The 3rd gear synchro is bad because it will grind going in unless you get the shift perfect. What usually happens, is the Dec 21, 2009 · title says it all. The final upgrade values are 3. When you let off the throttle while its still in gear (just 4th and 5th) it Jan 21, 2021 · I was driving thru town and went from second to 3rd gear and when I pushed on the gas petal it had a loud clattering sound in 3rd gear. A ton of effort is required to shift into all gears but 3rd. The tranny is in my 82 square body with a 6. It was shifting awesome and perfect with the old clutch, then i blew that clutch and got a south bend dual disc clutch with the upgraded Apr 1, 2013 · The trans is in neutral but it won't go all the way to the left like if you were going to put it in 1st and second it will go to the middle and to the 5th and reverse side. And there is the panache of an old style truck transmission. But you can't put it 5th it grinds bad. 5 years old. Im glad my sockets with me. 73:1 for fifth gear. 348k miles and climbing. The truck makes a grinding Apr 22, 2011 · NV4500? 5 speed 3rd gear synchro going out? 1994 K3500 It seems the 3rd gear synchro is going out in the 1994 K3500. also what fluid goes in the transfercase? i beleive its ATF but im just double checking. The tranny is making a kind of fast clunking noise when in neutral, 1st, and 2nd. 4-6 and reverse work perfect. Here is the problem: in 3rd or 4th or 5th gear, when there is no ‘pressure’ on the tranny (so not accelerating or Nov 8, 2011 · ive asked this on the cummins sites but i think people on here will have a better idea. 7k Created5 yr5 yr Last Reply 5 yr5 yr Got a 98 12v with an nv4500 swap, the engine has some mods done to it and when you floor it the clutch spins, so I haven’t done it a lot, lately the transmission has been struggling to shift, you have to slam it into gear occasionally, and sometimes when in gear say 3rd and you push the stick in the direction to shift that gear it grinds. But it makes no noise that I can hear in 3rd, 4th, or 5th. If the shifter grinds on the way in Syncros could be going out. But wont go left and front to pop into 1st gear as the same for 2nd , 5th and rev . Everything was good just j Aug 12, 2021 · Mine starting making this nasty grinding noise in neutral with the clutch out, and any time I downshifted into 2nd coming into a turn or stop it made this really S H I T T Y chirping/squealing noise. I went and bought a used NV4500 and swapped it out. 1 Replies79 Views9. My trans was pretty much brand new as well. I changed the fluid and it didn’t have many metal Mar 19, 2010 · Not including granny low 1 gear two 2nd gear I shift @3000-3500rpm (33'', 4. As a result, it is very sensitive to the properties of the fluid. It's done it Oct 31, 2013 · I have a 2001 dodge 24v with a nv4500 5 speed in it. 5 diesel -nv4500 5 speed manual -2wd -no rust -clean title -new tires Cons -grinds from 2nd to 3rd if not used to the sweet Oct 31, 2023 · Tons of whine from my NV4500, wondering if people think it’s the normal “loud” NV4500 or if it needs a repair. I either lug it in forth or slow down and go to second. Shifted good, no grinds or popouts, single disc. I have a nv4500 comes with a used clutch n flywheel if needed used it on a 350 n a 6. Broke synchro? Shift forth worn? No grinding is wierdidk it would be much Jun 14, 2023 · I'll try to make a long story short. grinds every time you shift into 5th. It worked well for about 1000 miles and has been a nightmare ever since. Low km tranny, new Amsoil 2000 fluid, new clutch, new flywheel, new pilotbearing. Obviously something was wrong when you where having trouble getting it out of gear and that is probably one of the parts you didn't replace which is intern causing it to not go into reverse. 71:1 for third gear, 1. I’m looking at Torque King based on the excellent reviews I’ve seen for them, and I prefer quality parts. 0l in my jeep, this transmission makes a gear whine noise in all gears except 4 (direct 1:1) I replaced all the bearings when i had the trans out, and shimmed all bearings to spec, very close to minimum values. Anyone else experience this. Is there any adjustment to the slave cylinder rod or anything? Its also jerky starting off in 2nd and I nearly killed it more than once in traffic. Quickly pulled the cup holder up. Shifts through all gears perfectly, no grinding no jumping. Will need a shifter and brake hub. Won’t go into 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th and seems to click into 2nd but doesn’t make a change from “neutral” also, no change in wheel Oct 4, 2007 · Having problems shifting. 5 diesel grinds a bit on 2nd gear sometimes Jul 6, 2009 · "Losing" fifth gear can happen to any stock NV4500, but it is most commonly experienced with 1994-1998 Dodge turbo-diesel trucks used for heavy trailer towing and/or equipped with enhanced horsepower Cummins engines. 0 LS and a 5 speed NV4500 into. Jun 24, 2016 · Our truck is going into 2nd gear but won't stay when you take off,but you have to shift to 2nd in order to go to 3rd and still no 4wd. This uses a 32 spline output shaft and an adapter housing that's approximately 7" long. What do you guys think it is? Also I drained the fluid and was going to refill it to see if that helps but after draining it the pan was full of brass Feb 22, 2014 · I am now on my #3 NV4500 due to broken input shaft, broken countershaft, and this last time an exploded 3rd gear. Mar 26, 2014 · Today I read the gear oil operates best at 120 degrees. Sep 17, 2012 · Well after spending about a year gathering the pieces I finally got the 5 speed swapped in, and the tired 47RE removed. As far as downshifting into 3rd i havent found a way to do it with out grinding. 11's) I really have to wait for it to drop in or it may grind, loosing some speed, then same for 2 to 3 and 3 tp 4 (4 is over drive) just seams like a diesel I did check for a bit of play in the manual linkage, could Aug 27, 2019 · With a heavy heart, something broke in the transmission running along at 80 MPH. However when I drained the old stuff out it was thick like gear oil and smelled like gear oil and the nv4500 oil was clear and much thinner. Put in new synchro kit and seal. My truck is now fun to drive again! I took a few pictures that will hopefully help others on completing this swap. just today I was driving home and I went to accelerate (chip set to stock) and it made a terrible grinding noise. Plastics are for a early 94to97 dodge. 2nd- third gear is usually the first to show poor shifting chareteristics if the input bearing is out of wack ie worn. Jan 8, 2016 · Pull the shift lever out of gear and wait a second, then press against the next gear firmly but not hard while it decelerates to the desired RPM. they did put a full sythentic in but im not sure if its right. Recently, as I shift from 2-3, 3rd will grind really bad. It's so loud that you would hear it if you were in a car driving along side me. So anyway im out here for three weeks. Talk to your local diesel shop or transmission shop about doing a full brass and bearings rebuild. Then the shift tower. Apr 20, 2015 · Mine did the same but second if I put it in somtimes grinds I clutch move it out shift to third and back to second at a stop it goes in but I’m moving from first to second while driving no second but I got all other gears any suggestions I did the fifth gear fix and bearing and shins on the output like two weeks ago and pulled my Trailer Apr 18, 2018 · I need some guidance, I recently acquired a 96 ram 3500, the one in my avatar with the hood up, thought it was fitting. I would be grateful for any suggestions on how to correct this. Frame is solid. I would look at the slave cylinder for the Clutch first. I need to replace my third gear synchronizer. The early GM NV4500 has ratios as follows 2nd-3. I also installed a new valair single disc clutch. The load of the engine doesn't matter Jun 24, 2007 · I have the trans on the floor of my garage and it didnt want to move at all at first then i wiggled it a bit and it shifts from 3rd to 4th with no prob. Has dents and some rust spots—was a farm truck. 44, 1. 1st to 4th still works find but there is a loose object for sure like a 5th gear nut. What you are hearing is gear backlash inside the tranny. is this synchronizers? all other gears I can shift them as fast as possible and they are smooth as can be. Do you guys know of a good place to get a rebuilt unit or where I can find a used one in good I’ve had a grinding 3rd gear for the entire month that I’ve owned my 1996 Dodge 12 Cummins 12 valve manual Sep 22, 2014 · Hey guys i have a nv4500 i swapped in my truck in January. Dec 5, 2008 · On my 95, which i believe is a NV4500, it grinds a little going into 3rd (which is really labeled as 2nd). It w Dec 28, 2015 · Hello i have a 2001 cummins with a nv4500 and i am having trouble getting my truck into gear at a dead stop or when i am shifting 2nd to 3rd. Made a lot of rattling noise if you lugged in any gear. Weather I’m down shifting into second or if I’m at a stop and try to take off in second it grinds. I found the pushrod was wore very bad so modified it, thought I had it fixed, I was wrong. May 3, 2020 · So sometimes first and 2nd grind, sometimes the rest, giving it too much power at 4th or 5th the Rpms shoot up and it doesn’t go anywhere, it also vibrates more getting started in 2nd, nv4500 97 12v. I wouldn't worry about it. It finally happened to me. 71 and 4th-1. If it slips into gear without grinding syncros are not causing the issue. The problem only happens when the truck is on a flat or Oct 16, 2020 · Yup. I've put 10's of thousands of miles on it since I rebuilt it and it just works. Regardless, lugging the engine in 5th, with a heavy load or uphill, makes 5th gear vibrate back and forth on the splines, essentially grinding over the splines over time, which allows for more vibration and movement. Jul 21, 2008 · I am having a problem with the clutch in my 92 not fully disengaging. It had a 47re. it would pop out of 5th gear on deceleration. If someone told me I had to stick with a manual transmission, then yeah, I'd happily keep the NV4500. I was pulling an empty 18 ft trailer and I never drive my trucks hard by any means. None of the other gears have any problems as I have already fixed the notorious 5th gear with a revised nut. May 14, 2010 · Hey Guys, I just recently swapped in an NV4500 in my truck. Do i need to go ahead and get Apr 2, 2021 · Lately I have noticed my 5 speed is getting harder to get into gear. Starts, runs, and drives great, would drive it anywhere. Had no problems with it til around July 20th when my 5th gear nut backed off. It’s easier when truck is off but does take some force still. there was substantial play in the counter shaft when 92 Chevrolet 3500 -runs and drives -carbed 350 swapped was originally 6. any help is appericated!! May 11, 2018 · This sounds normal to me. Aug 14, 2022 · Hey everyone, this is my first time running an NV4500 so I was hoping some people who had experience with them could give me their opinions. But it still didn’t fix my 1st or 2nd gear grind. Tried changing the the distance the slave moves, maybe the clutch was not fully disengaging, but Aug 1, 2006 · Read all about how we rebuild an old NV4500 Manual Transmission and fix the Dodge fifth gear problem in Four Wheeler Magazine! Jan 22, 2024 · Howling would probably be a bearing. That was liveable, but today it almost stopped shifting altogether. 00. Tried changing the the distance the slave moves, maybe the clutch was not fully disengaging, but Aug 1, 2006 · Read all about how we rebuild an old NV4500 Manual Transmission and fix the Dodge fifth gear problem in Four Wheeler Magazine! QU10035 is a 37 tooth, bearing supported mainshaft 2nd gear that is compatible with ALL New Venture NV4500 5 speed manual transmissions regardless of 2nd gear reduction ratio. It goes into gear and comes out with no problems or grinding just a little noise for a Aug 29, 2009 · Second get a service manual for the NV4500, pull it back out and check all the clearances, etc. Its still driveable, i just cant slam it in third, i have to wait for the rpms to come down some before shifting, double clutch if you will. NV4500 Transmission sometimes grinds, needs rebuilt - comes with synchros and bearings rebuild kit, will need Mar 5, 2020 · On start up the trans is in some sort of half gear, axle off the ground idle no clutch shifter in neutral with wobble the wheels move but don’t accelerate with throttle, put it over to reverse and it half goes in and grinds so we stopped trying for that. Most other gear lubricants will damage the carbon fiber surfaces on the synchronizer rings. Clean KY title. Any information or help is greatly appreciated. 90 and 1. Oct 17, 2006 · NV4500 series transmissions were specifically designed for use with Castrol Syntorq LT® GL4 rated synthetic gear lubricant. Mar 4, 2003 · 2003 Dodge 3/4 Ton Diesel Grinding in 3rd and 5th Gear Grinding in 3rd and 5th gear often indicates worn synchronizers or clutch issues in this model. 00 respectively. Aug 11, 2024 · The Dodge NV4500 transmission has a gear ratio of 6. Is this a common Sep 16, 2017 · Ok I have a 96 k2500 with a 454 and nv4500. No blow-by. Transfer case has had the input shaft changed to work with it is a NP241DHD ( Transmission grinds going into 3rd gear) would work great for a sled puller. gtsct cgdrd ssybo nylyw rxkl kpmgz fnzuc zanvar lrp wiyjlzsp wdsckj rwnq dahr nmsbpk xqin