auto trans to manual trans swap

96dodgeram360 · #1 09-20-2009, 10:59 PM

I got a 96 dodge ram 360 and i want a manual transmission but im stuck with an auto so is there somewhere out there like possibly a convertion kit or is a junk yard my best option, cause i can buy NV3500 transmissions all day long but i need a little more than just the trans any help would be nice thanks

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olyelr · #2 09-20-2009, 11:21 PM

Yeah, your best bet is to have a donor truck, so you can get all the parts that go with it (clutch pedal assembly/linkages etc.). Also, from what I understand you will have to get a different flywheel as well, as the they are balanced differently, and you will have to have the PCM flashed too.

Good luck with the project... its been a dream of mine for years.

SpcD1500 · #3 09-20-2009, 11:23 PM

donor truck would be the easiest, then just replace any broken and/ or worn out parts you may need. IIRC 1500's diddnt come with a 360 and a stanard, youll have to get a 2500

96dodgeram360 · #4 09-21-2009, 10:58 PM

ya looks like its a automatic over haul for me but.... i found a good wepsite that has alot of really strong trans kits (so i have heard) here is the link http://www.transmissioncenter.net/dodge.htm they have alot of viper transmission parts for our type transmissions check it out... there is a guy in my neibor hood that claims he can overhaul automatics so ima talk to him see what he can do

olyelr · #5 09-22-2009, 10:27 AM

Yep, the RAMZILLA is the one you want

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