| The NV4500 transmission identification tag is attached to the shifter top cover. The tag provides the transmission model number, build date, and part number. The information on this tag is essential for ordering the correct replacement parts. |
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| GM 4WD NV4500 -
During the first two years of the New Venture 4500, Chevy offered this 5 speed with a 6.35:1 1st gear, 2nd 3.44:1; 3rd 1.71:1, 4th 1:1 ratio, and a 27% overdrive. |
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| GM 4WD NV4500 (1996 & Newer) - This transmission has the same gear ratio as the 1995 version (1st 5.61:1; 2nd 3.04:1; 3rd 1.67:1; 4th 1:1, and a 27% overdrive). |
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| GM 2WD NV4500 (1993 & Newer) - These transmissions have a shorter tailhousing and a fixed output yoke. These tailhousings did not use a standard mechanical speedometer drive, but were equipped with an electronic speedometer setup. |
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| Dodge 4WD NV4500 (1993-98) - These transmissions have the same front bolt pattern and bearing retainer index as the 1996-99 Chevy NV4500 transmission. The gear ratios of all Dodge version NV4500s remained the same, which is 1st gear of 5.61:1; 2nd 3.04:1; 3rd 1.67:1; 4th 1:1 ratio, and a 27% overdrive. These transmissions use a 7-1/2” long input shaft which allows the sue of an adapter plate between a stock bellhousing and the NV4500 transmission. |
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| Dodge 4WD NV4500 (1999-2000) - These transmissions are identical to the 1993-98 Dodge transmission with the exception of the transmission shift stud. Dodge changed the square style handle receiver to a metric 14mm threaded stud. |
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| Dodge 4WD NV4500 (2001 & Newer) - These transmissions are identical to the 1999-2000 Dodge transmissions, however the output shaft on 2001 & newer models was changed to 29 spline. |
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| Dodge 2WD NV4500 (1993-98) - These transmissions have the same front bolt pattern and bearing retainer index as the Dodge 4WD NV4500. The gear ratios of the Dodge 2WD version are the same as the Dodge 4WD version (1st gear of 5.61:1; 2nd 3.04:1; 3rd 1.67:1; 4th 1:1 ratio, and a 27% overdrive). |
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| Dodge 2WD NV4500 (1999 & Newer) -
These transmissions are identical to the 1993-98 Dodge transmission with the exception of the transmission shift stud. Dodge changed the square style shift handle receiver to a metric 14mm threaded stud. |
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| Dodge 4WD Heavy-Duty NV4500 (1993-98) -
This transmission is normally used with the Cummins Diesel. This transmission is best suited for Dodge 4WD Getrag 5 speed replacements and Toyota Land Cruisers retaining the stock six cylinder engine. |
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| Dodge 4WD Heavy-Duty NV4500 (1999 & Newer) -
These transmissions are identical to the 1993-98 Dodge HD transmission, with the exception of the transmission shift stud. Dodge changed the square style shift handle receiver to a metric 14mm threaded stud. |
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| Dodge 2WD Heavy-Duty NV4500 (1993-98) -
These transmissions have the same front bolt pattern and bearing retainer index as the Dodge 4WD Heavy-Duty NV4500 transmission. |
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| Dodge 2WD Heavy-Duty NV4500 (1999 & Newer) -
These transmissions are identical to the 1993-98 Dodge HD transmission with the exception of the transmission shift stud. Dodge changed the square style shift handle receiver to a metric 14mm threaded stud. |
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