Doubletrouble

I used copper and soldered the ends on. I didn't want to trust that much current through an aluminum crimped terminal. Glad to hear the alternator didn't crap out on ya.

Would lucus oil help in a manual transmission? 🤔 we've all seen these little demo things at the parts stores. I never ever once turned the handles though I believe they make a gear oil additive as well. Just asking.......for a friend. Lol

@Mopar1973Man, how many miles on that failure? I believe it was an oil related issue. Someone has been in this trans to some extent. The 5th gear nut is not factory, it's an aftermarket fix for the nut backing off. At least they didn't weld it! Lol I have pulled the 5th gear nut off yet to see if the main shaft was updated with a full spline shaft or not. Hopefully today I'll get back to it. Been juggling this project with both my parents being in hospitals. Dad for a bad car accident and mom for other health reasons. Been a very busy couple weeks.

As the title reads, yes my 5 speed NV4500 ate itself at 184k. Some quick background, I bought the truck used with 138k on the clock. Now after some conversations with @Mopar1973Man I should have dumped the oil in everything on truck right away after purchase and replaced with new but i did not (now regretting it). I dont believe the fluid was ever changed. Now, I have been searching for a rebuilder near me to get this done. I was thinking of doing it myself but decided it may be best to leave it to someone that knows these things better thatn i do. Ive never rebuilt one before. Problem is, i cant find anyone around me that does it anymore. So now my options are rebuild it myself or buy one online, have it shipped to me and install it. There is more than just the trans that needs replaced now also. Looks like the rear main seal on the engine is leaking, clutch throw out bearing was getting noisy before the trans blew as well and during removal of the transmission the mount fell apart. I have already received my replacement clutch, I went with a southbend clutch, single disk HD organic towing clutch good for 450hp and 900 lb/ft torque. This was a kit that comes with new flywheel w/pilot bearing installed, new bolts, disk and pressure plate and throw out bearing. I'll need a new transmission mount, new rear main. And now for what you've all been waiting for.......pics......

Yes it's true. I will be starting a thread on that shortly. I'll post the pics in that thread so I don't hi-jack this one.

I prepared for it, have some money saved to get by. Should be just fine.

I feel your pain. I just found out Friday I am laid off as of Monday morning. Time to get caught up around the house.

Looking good so far!

Doubletrouble is here!!! I've been busy lately closing up the camper for the season, had a couple vehicles to work on for other people but time has been limited because of the strike at toledo jeep. I've been having to run the "road" board again which means I'm out on the road more than at home. Been a bit of a roller coaster here lately, and to top it off the past 4 days I've been sick. Had all the good stuff, runny nose, cough, headache and body aches. No fun. But yes, I've been lurking a little and trying to keep up on some things. I'll be around more here soon.

To far away for me. Looks to be in good shape though.

Nice looking truck. I didn't see a price though.

Looking good!

Yes, label is still there. I believe it was the same as your old one. Still no heavy enough for the truck in my opinion.

Correct. A/C on high/recirc should lock the compressor and run constant.

I wouldn't completely rule it out. I suppose it could happen. @Mopar1973Man might know for sure.

@Tractorman, My truck has the same old hitch on it. Never made sense to me why they install a class 3 hitch on a 1 ton truck. Pointless I want to eventually replace mine with a class 5 as well.

I just recently replaced my tensioner and belt with a gates "combo deal" from rockauto. So far no issues, it came with the green belt as well.

I agree with you 110% @JAG1, I'd go into a rant at this point but ill be honest. I have not had enough coffee to put together a coherent ramble. Its very sad what our country has become. It truly sickens me.

Correct, I see what he's saying now.

Talking the charging lead maybe? I have an '01 3500, not sure what he is asking .

Beware! It's tropical storm Hilary, it may inadvertently delete all your emails!

I ahhvent riden as much as I'd like but I did get in about 50 miles today coming home from the camp ground.

This part I am not 100% sure on.

Same here! Love to see old iron resurrected and given another life.

Was there possibly a difference such as VCO vs. SAC style injectors?