6speed Manual Transmission Swap
I am a "newbie" on this forum so if i missed a prior thread that describes this subect, my appologies...Also, if there is a DIY article that I am unable to find? tell me to RTFM and please point me to the information.
All that being said, here is my situation. My Rig: 2000 SLT QuadCab 4.7L NV3500 4x4 3:92LSD, HO cams, induction & Heads, pistons, 70mm BBK TB,Stainless headers, flowmaster 40's, superchips, airraid, 32" BFGoodrich All Terrian. My issue: Reverse went out in my transmission and my transfer case chain is knocking around... at 79k miles...:-| I have been looking around and have found the following:
I have the follwing questions:
Needless to say, I am looking to make a purchase by next Friday 3/4 so any information ASAP would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance, Ron |
Google it...tons of stuff out there...dodgedakotas has a thread about a guy who may have done it in '05. but lots of info out there...of course, just as I get a short shifter for my 5spd...now I want my 6 that I've wanted since I bought the truck...
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DakMan6704, if only it were that simple...I searched google before I decided to post to this forum. I found plenty of Automatic to 5 speed conversions, but no clear and definitive answers to the following basic questions:
Is a 2005 or newer Ram getrag 238 the same as a Dakota Getrag 238? (they have different part numbers???) Will a Dakota 2005 or newer Getrag238 bolt up to a 2000 Dakota? I see this isn't a very popular subject here ...lol ??? |
I dont think anyone has looked into it too much. I search "nv3500 swap getrag 238" and get informative stuff.
The only way to get true cross-numbers might be to go to a trans shop that would know. I expect all numbered items to be the same. But, they may just have diff tail adapters or bell housings, etc....or, if theyre both local, take cardboard and do a template! :) |
Here we go...
I am have purchased a Getrag238 out of an 2008 Ram rollover, 24k miles, cost me $700...
The truck was a Ram1500 SLT 4.7L/4x4. I will shall see if the NV3500 to Getrag238 in a 2000 QC Dakota can be done. I will keep you posted. |
Originally Posted by ronsdak
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I am have purchased a Getrag238 out of an 2008 Ram rollover, 24k miles, cost me $700...
The truck was a Ram1500 SLT 4.7L/4x4. I will shall see if the NV3500 to Getrag238 in a 2000 QC Dakota can be done. I will keep you posted. |
Lots of work....
Ok, here we go...
I pulled my original NV3500 and transfer case. In looking at the transmissions side by side it looks doable. I jacked the Getrag 238 into position and mounted it up to the engine. That's when I took my measurements and made the decision to NOT go through with it. No changes required on the following: Bellhousing Starter Clutch Flywheel Changes required: Transfercase input spline (Length & # of teeth) Transfercase shifting likeage (lengthen by 2.8") New Transmission crossmember (fabricate) Relocate transmission mount crossmember (3.8" towards the rear) Bought a new Transmission Mount($165 non-refundable - Dodge) Cut tunnel for shifter (2.4" forward) Cannot reuse the console Driveshaft (shorten by 3.3") Run a new slave cylinder line New wiring connector (reverse lights) Call me a whimp, but this is a daily driver and I do not need to fab the truck up that much. So...if you know anybody that wants a low mileage(24k) 2008 Ram Getrag 238 let me know Ron |
Ron, I may be interested as I am planning on doing a diesel swap into my newly acquired 2002 QC 4X4 4.7 auto which will require a ton of fabrication anyway. But I am several months away from that, so if you still have it in May let me know.
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6 speed still available?
Hi,
I am interested in your 6 speed Getrag 238 trans. I have an 2004 Ram 5 speed stick would like to upgrade to a six speed. Thanks, Joe D. |
send me an email at rons_work@hotmail.com
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