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Rhino · 09-24-2002, 01:19 AM

anyone know what the 5speeds are called in the late model trucks....i think there are a couple that have been used since about 1990.....also are there any of them that are better than others....what is there to look for when getting one at a junk yard(ie. life expectancy) ....any help would be appriciated

Blue_71 · 09-24-2002, 01:22 AM

Getrag NV3500
NV4500

i would rather have the NV4500, because it has a low first gear. i think its stronger to but im not sure.. and somethign about "getrag" sounds to much like "get a rag" to me

Mike C · 09-24-2002, 07:41 AM

Two different manufacturers depending on year. New Venture and Getrag. Both are good manf. Getrag is German and has made trans for BMW, Porsche and Mercedes. New Venture is US. The 3550 is the light duty trans and the 4500 the 3/4-1 ton trans. Check out advance adapters for more info on trans or the JTR (Jags that run) TPI/TBI swapping manual that shows pictures of the full size trans vs. the S10 trans.

**ThreeQuarter** · 09-24-2002, 11:41 AM

I've had both types behind 350s in '89 and '92 pickups. I think the lighter one AI had was a Getrag. It is considered a medium duty tranny and it's lighter weight has an aluminum case with a bell housing molded onto it. It's what you'd call a close-ratio five speed because 1st gear is in the 3:1-ish range, making a gear used in everyday driving. Pretty good tranny for daily driving but probably not built for a racer.

I put an NV4500 in my '92 K1500 and it's a pretty good tranny. It's less practical if all you're doing it on-road driving, especially in town. It's first gear is a "granny" in the 5 or 6:1 range, depending on what year it was made. So for everyday on-road use it's just a 4-speed, or a 3-speed with OD if you will. It's a heavy sucker with an iron case and a detachable bell housing.

You looking to convert your 67-72? Or just shopping for a replacement? Good luck.

Rhino · 09-24-2002, 05:47 PM

I am going to be putting it into my 68 as soon as I can find one a little cheaper than the yards around here are wanting for them....for the prices they want I might as well get one from the local chevy house.....

Jesse 67 c-10 · 09-24-2002, 10:05 PM

I have a getrag 5 speed in my truck 67. I like it a lot! very smooth shifting, no slop at all in the shifter Short throw too. gear ratios are just right. I have a 373 rear end and about 28" tires. In 5th 2100 rpm is about 60mph. The only problem is the electronic speedo hookup, need an elec speedo. I'm using my tach for now!
Worth it though I think.
Jesse

diehardrider · 09-24-2002, 11:13 PM

Are there any trannys that shift like a car not like ur driving a diesel?
465 and np435 just feel like im driving a tractor im lookiing for more of a car feel where u can shift fast

**ThreeQuarter** · 09-24-2002, 11:19 PM

dieharder, no, they're much smoother shifting. Hard to compare to a car, though because it's pretty numb (not sports-car crisp) and the shifter has a looong throw, like the old 4-speeds. But not at all the same feel as the old manny trannies.

09-24-2002, 01:19 AM	#1
Rhino Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: carthage, tx Posts: 108	manual tranny anyone know what the 5speeds are called in the late model trucks....i think there are a couple that have been used since about 1990.....also are there any of them that are better than others....what is there to look for when getting one at a junk yard(ie. life expectancy) ....any help would be appriciated __________________ 1968 C20 long bed http://home.earthlink.net/~yup00

09-24-2002, 07:41 AM	#3
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,714	Two different manufacturers depending on year. New Venture and Getrag. Both are good manf. Getrag is German and has made trans for BMW, Porsche and Mercedes. New Venture is US. The 3550 is the light duty trans and the 4500 the 3/4-1 ton trans. Check out advance adapters for more info on trans or the JTR (Jags that run) TPI/TBI swapping manual that shows pictures of the full size trans vs. the S10 trans. __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

09-24-2002, 11:41 AM	#4
ThreeQuarter Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Texan in Iowa Posts: 2,522	I've had both types behind 350s in '89 and '92 pickups. I think the lighter one AI had was a Getrag. It is considered a medium duty tranny and it's lighter weight has an aluminum case with a bell housing molded onto it. It's what you'd call a close-ratio five speed because 1st gear is in the 3:1-ish range, making a gear used in everyday driving. Pretty good tranny for daily driving but probably not built for a racer. I put an NV4500 in my '92 K1500 and it's a pretty good tranny. It's less practical if all you're doing it on-road driving, especially in town. It's first gear is a "granny" in the 5 or 6:1 range, depending on what year it was made. So for everyday on-road use it's just a 4-speed, or a 3-speed with OD if you will. It's a heavy sucker with an iron case and a detachable bell housing. You looking to convert your 67-72? Or just shopping for a replacement? Good luck. __________________ Ben '68 Chevy C10 Custom LWB 327/TH400 2nd owner '16 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE Dblcab 4wd 5.3

09-24-2002, 05:47 PM	#5
Rhino Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: carthage, tx Posts: 108	I am going to be putting it into my 68 as soon as I can find one a little cheaper than the yards around here are wanting for them....for the prices they want I might as well get one from the local chevy house..... __________________ 1968 C20 long bed http://home.earthlink.net/~yup00

09-24-2002, 10:05 PM	#6
Jesse 67 c-10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Posts: 599	I have a getrag 5 speed in my truck 67. I like it a lot! very smooth shifting, no slop at all in the shifter Short throw too. gear ratios are just right. I have a 373 rear end and about 28" tires. In 5th 2100 rpm is about 60mph. The only problem is the electronic speedo hookup, need an elec speedo. I'm using my tach for now! Worth it though I think. Jesse __________________ Edmonton, Alberta, 67 c-10, Long fleet, front disks, 5 lug rear end, 327 with Vortechs, edlbrock manifold, comp cams XE 256, 600cfm carb. Backed by a getrag 5 speed and 1 piece driveshaft. 1993 Dihatsu Hijet Jumbo cab 4x4, currently converting to battery electric power.

09-24-2002, 11:13 PM	#7
diehardrider KEEP IT PINNED Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Hanford ,CA Posts: 111	Are there any trannys that shift like a car not like ur driving a diesel? 465 and np435 just feel like im driving a tractor im lookiing for more of a car feel where u can shift fast __________________ RYAN KING 71 swb 4x4

09-24-2002, 11:19 PM	#8
ThreeQuarter Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Texan in Iowa Posts: 2,522	dieharder, no, they're much smoother shifting. Hard to compare to a car, though because it's pretty numb (not sports-car crisp) and the shifter has a looong throw, like the old 4-speeds. But not at all the same feel as the old manny trannies. __________________ Ben '68 Chevy C10 Custom LWB 327/TH400 2nd owner '16 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE Dblcab 4wd 5.3



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