So, the NV4500 is no longer in production. Truck manufacturers who used the NV4500 are changing over to some other tranny. I'd like to see six-speeds with the same bolt pattern as the NV4500 that could fit into a short wheel base Jeep. Does anyone know what the future holds? How about details on the new tranny specs?
Thank you.
Harold,
I have been wondering about putting a NV4500 in my 84 CJ.... is it longer than the T-5 and if, how much longer?
Dennis Gann
It appears that ZF Transmissions has the four wheel aftermarket crowd in mind.
Per the ZF web site: "The new generation ZF-Ecolite "Universal" can be adapted to the individual conceptions and requirements of manufacturers. This modular design offers the possibility of adapting a flexible, tried-and-tested gear unit to customer-specific engines (specific or standard clutch bell housing) and different shift control variants. Advantage of the universal series: Also small series can be produced at satisfactory cost levels"
ZF six-speed manual transmissions. The universal model "6 S 381 VO" and possibly the "6 S 351 VD") seem well suited in terms of size and weight. The "6 S 381 VO" has a 0.08 6th gear and a 5.40 1st gear while the "6 S 351 VD" has a 1.00 6th gear and a 6.70 1st gear.
Installation length: 658mm / 25.9055" Weight: 63kg / 138.891 Lbs
Hi, Dennis.
Yes, the NV4500 is longer than a T5. You may check the URL in my sig for pics of the installation done on my '84 CJ-7. I recommend getting hold of the "New Venture 4500 Instruction Manual" from Advance Adapters. See...
Good luck.
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