NV4500 to NP208?

[kjcedar]

I recently purchased a NV4500 (from a '95 Chevy gas 1 ton 4wd) with the 32 spline output shaft. I have read online 3 different versions about the NV4500 and NP208. Some say it bolted up, some say it can't, and some use an adapter. Well it doesn't bolt right up and I can't find an adapter. I called Advance Adapter and they don't make one and don't even know of one. Is everybody that is using a NV4500 using a 205 then? Thanks for the help.

 

[dstang97]

I recently purchased a NV4500 (from a '95 Chevy gas 1 ton 4wd) with the 32 spline output shaft. I have read online 3 different versions about the NV4500 and NP208. Some say it bolted up, some say it can't, and some use an adapter. Well it doesn't bolt right up and I can't find an adapter. I called Advance Adapter and they don't make one and don't even know of one. Is everybody that is using a NV4500 using a 205 then? Thanks for the help.

You need a round pattern 205 with a spacer or short shaft

 

[Cucvnut]

yes you need a 205 its not as low as a 208 in gears. if its 32 spline you can build an adapter look on pirate.

 

[Josh]

I have a older NV4500(with the low first gear) bolted to a 205. I dont really need the adapter or 205, so for the right price Id sell it. I can nab some pictures for ya see if it would work.

 

[kjcedar]

Josh, sure shoot me some pics. Thanks

 

[firecontrol86]

I know this is a little off subject, but where did you pick up the nv4500? Just curious as I'm really looking into this swap for myself.

 

[kjcedar]

I picked up the NV4500 from my local classifieds. It is in good shape, with shifter, but no bellhousing for $600. I also got a Chevy bellhousing from another classified member for $45.

 

[transman]

What kind of issues are you having ? I've got a 208/4500 combo sitting on the shop floor and everything seems to bolt up fine . If the TC position is way off and only 5 of the bolt holes line up it is possible that someone may have an aftermarket transhousing designed for a jeep conversion . another option would be a 241 TC from an 88-91 gm R series truck .better than a208 but not as strong as a 205.

 

[ODdave]

A 208 from a cucv will bolt right up to a GM 4x4 NV4500. NO adapter!

 

[ODdave]

The proof is in the puddin' , or picture for that matter...

Hope these help

 

[southdave]

A 208 from a cucv will bolt right up to a GM 4x4 NV4500. NO adapter!

I just bolted mine right to 4500 no adaptor

 

[kjcedar]

Here's a picture of the back of my '95 NV4500. It is from a gas 4wd 1 ton Chevy.
http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x319/914helo/NV4500.jpg

It's hard to see in the second picture, but I put the gasket for the 208 on the 4500. They are both 6 hole, but do not come close to matching.
http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x319/914helo/4500-208.jpg

 

[ODdave]

LOL take the adapter off of the transfercase !!!!!!!

 

[ODdave]

Im sorry, i dont mean to laugh, just, well, ya know......

 

[kjcedar]

Wow, did I pick the wrong week to stop sniffing glue! With so much grime and dirt on the transfer case I didn't even check that... thanks guys.

 

[Recovry4x4]

Crap. Now that I see all this and since I now have an excercise ritual walking U Pick yards, I'm going to start shopping for a NVG4500. What years had the super low stump pulling 1st gear?

 

[ODdave]

92-93 Chevy had the low gears.

 

[transman]

If you really want to get creative, it is possible to customize gear ratios (ie closer3-4 shift for less rpm drop) as the gear press off of the cluster gear individually.

 

[ODdave]

Iirc the counter shafts are one piece, therefore preventing ratio changes. I may be wrong though.

 

[Josh]

Mine is from an 89 1ton and it has the lower first gear.