Great question and something I didn't mention. There is a simple two wire contact switch on the side of the manual transmission. There is a more complicated multi wire switch on the automatic. I actually just pulled a tail light to see what color wire it was and cut it from the auto plug and spliced to the manual. Any questions just ask.
omoffroad I bought a manual parts truck last night to swap mine from an auto. Too cold to mess with at the moment though. I think you have the only videos on the subject. Thank you for posting them. Lots of great info!
Hi I need ur help I got everything on the truck done But I can’t get my speedometer to work I have not tried a new speed sensor but I had to buy a plug to plug in to the transmission And got voltage going to it but It’s not working what do u think U think I should try a new speed sensor
I just noticed your truck came with a “ball cooler” pretty neat, my 94 didnt offer that, sweet build very clean I hope your truck takes you a great distance👍🏽
I did something close to this. I have a 1995 3500 GMC crew cab with 8 ft bed. 4 wheel drive. I took out the 350ci and replaced it with a 427 big block from a 1974 Chevy C60. The transmission I used is a SM465 manual 4 speed from a another 1995 Chevy 1500. I also ripped out all the computer junk and stayed with a point ignition system and went with manual door lock and windows. The rear end is a GM 14 bolt from a ton and half cube van. The Front end is a Dana 77 Geared at 5.27 The transfer case is a NP 208C that came out of 1986 Chevy truck This beast is close to done just need to complete the body and new tires
human fromearth, Sounds like a tank! I recently purchased an 1988 Chevy crew cab K30 I'm going to build. Should post a video about it in the near future.
Are you kidding I have a tough time trying to figure out a digital camera. I still use film in my cameras. I love non computer technology. Me being on and using a computer is a big step. I don't even own a cell phone. So me doing a digital video is like 10 years in the future for me. Give me a movie camera with crank and you can have a deal. You figure out how to get it on the Internet.
omoffroad oh I know my parts truck runs but was hit in the rear. I drove it about 25 miles to get home. I enjoyed every minute of it!! I'm sure I'll have some questions before it's all over. Thanks again!
omoffroad i need any n all info i can ge i have a 95 chevy silverado k1500 z71 extended cab with the 4l60e n 5.7l and my buddy has the same 95 but its a gmc sierra with the nv3500 what do i need n can i do this in a full week since shes my daily driver n need to still make it to work haha id highly anticipate any n all info
I'm wanting to do my 99 Tahoe its last year for 350 in it I got a 95 5speed an stuff out of a 95 truck to wonder will the clutch for the 95 will work if I get the stock standard flywheel for the 350 in the Tahoe woodwork or do I get all 99 clutch an flywheel
Its same body but different 350 the 95 is the tbi an the Tahoe is 99 350 Vortec and there's a flywheel balances are different but the clutch and the transmission shaft fitting is what I was wondering if I just got a stock flywheel for the 99 in standard didn't new if the clutch stuff for the 95 wood work on it rite being the 95 has the slave cylinder on the outside it's not internal my 98 truck is internal slave cylinder that's been my hold up of messing with it if I just need flywheel ill start on doing the swap this week iv just not got around to rely asking anyone on it yet till today
Thanks for the video, I've got a 97 z71 that my dad bought new, he put one new tranny in it I have recently put a new tranny in it also, (4l60e) its doing fine, the truck has 300k miles with alot of other new parts, so its gotta lot more mileage left In it, dumb luck I bought a complete 96 z71 that someone else already put a 5 speed In, i plan to swap my 4l60e out to the 5 speed soon, the donor truck, was run literally till the transfer case fell out (lack of tightened bolts from whoever swapped it out) so I bought a running z71 for a little of nothing! Lol..
I bought the clutch master cylinder for this truck because they were offered with a manual transmission from the factory. I can’t remember the exact size hole saw but just measure the new one when you get it.
i wish you lived close by to me,i have a 95 z71 and my 4L60E is messed up for the 3rd time and this one is a 2,000.00 dollar transmission i got from summit,the top gear keeps going out,Drive starts slipping.im sick of it.im taking it to a mechanic thursday to see what he thinks is wrong,if it needs a rebuild,i swear I'm gonna go nuts.i really would like a manual.thanks for the time in the video making.
onewheelup, Appreciate the thanks. I'm obviously not a huge fan of automatics myself! If you decide to make the swap feel free to ask any questions. I'm happy to help out when I can.
Obviously it would be a bit easier to swap an nv3500 into my 88, considering it's a mechanical 700r4. Any pointers would be awesome. Scored a standard off my buddy for 150 bucks. Anything to look out for? Like small details.
hi I have a question recently I asked my standard truck but it does not start the gear if it works but there is no current in the truck and I wanted to know if I have to add some cables or something
hello I have a 2004 chevrolet was automatic and I want to make it standard and I already put the standard transmission and everything else but I left the connector of the automatic to turn on but try to light but does not turn on it does not turn anything on the truck or lights go nothing just the march I could do
I know this was a long time ago but I’m hoping you might can help One-can you take the transfer case off the automatic 97 transmission and use it (I believe it’s a 4l60-e ) on the Chevy 5 speed But my main issue is my truck is a 96 extended cab 1500 4x4 but came with a 4.3 with a 5 speed before I got the truck the 4.3 5 speed was pulled and my father in law took a 97 350 vortec with the 4l60-E and put it in and now the trucks just awful it takes off in I’m guessing 3rd shifts to Drive and never does go in OD I tried putting a 97 dash and harness in it but I couldn’t get the main plugs to work. So my plan is just put back a 5 speed. Because of the shifting my odometer don’t work trip or reverse lights but idk which one I use I have a nv4500 but it was 2WD so idk if I needa find another one or what. It seems you know what your doing. I’m just stumped. Please help! Lol if you can
Shane, the 4L60E will not shift because the factory ECU came from a manual transmission truck so it will not control the shifting on the automatic. Where is the transfer case that came behind the original 4.3 5 speed transmission?
Hi there! I'm planning on doing the same thing to my truck. mine is an automatic 1993 chevy silverado c1500 and I have another truck same year it's the same but it's manual I want to just take all the parts I need and swap the transmission. is it hard to do so? Is it a pain in the ass? do I have to make any adaptations? or change electrical crap? I need your help
Rafael Velazquez, If you have them sitting side by side you should be able to look and see any differences. I didn't find the swap difficult but I enjoy doing this type of work and am a very competent mechanic. Everything should bolt right in from same year trucks for sure. Thanks for the interest
@@omoffroad awesome. I was In the process pulling out everything from the donor truck and I have the whole dash and harness out but really didn’t want to have to pull my main trucks dash. Your video has helped and answered a lot of my questions. Did you have to remove steering column to get to install the pedals?
@@dustinriggs5396, I don’t think I did but I honestly can’t remember. I know I lowered it to delete the cable that keeps you from turning the ignition unless the brake pedal is depressed in park. Watch all of my videos on the swap. I know I mentioned it in one of them.
Josiah Heinrich, I believe I discuss it in one of the videos about the truck, but if memory serves, I had to connect only two of the wires to the manual transmission. The only two wires used were for the reverse light switch. I simply pulled a tail light to see what color went to the reverse lights.
will this swap work with an LS 6.0? my 4L80 just went out and well who doesn't love banging gears, really looking forward to do this manual trans swap. TIA
walter esquivel, It will work but I would run a T56 instead. The NV3500 wouldn't handle the 6.0 for long! If you do run the NV you'll need to buy a clutch and flywheel from a truck with the 4.8L LS because the 6.0 wasn't offered with a manual trans in the trucks as far as I know.
I'm going to get parts in the morning to do this swap. I have a 92 regular cab short bed k1500 auto. I am tired of the 700r4 trans and the problems I have had with them. What do I need to get off of this truck in the morning. I know I need the transmission, the transfer case, the front drive shaft. The threw the floor boot, the master cylinder, the pedal assembly. What else will I need?
You'll need the clutch and flywheel as well but honestly I would spend the money for a new clutch and flywheel. You are going to have to install a pilot shaft bearing in the end of your crankshaft to support the input shaft on the manual trans. Not difficult or expensive but you must install one. You'll need a little patience to remove the pedal assembly it takes time but not a terrible job.
omoffroad Any special tools required to disassemble the pedal assembly? Also I have a question about this trans. Are they rebuildable. The gentleman who has the truck says it will not go into gear and thinks it's could be the clutch. But he isn't sure. The truck had been wrecked and he bought it to take the motor out. Said he doesn't know anything about the trans. I don't know if it's a waste to even get the trans but it's the first truck I have seen with all the parts I need and I have been looking for awhile. Any advice?
Steven, I don't remember needing any special tools to remove the pedal assembly just watch my other videos. One of them mentions a couple of tips for removing the pedals. The NV3500 can be rebuilt with a jig (couple of videos on here) and I actually replaced the input shaft on mine because it was worn. There were several versions of the NV3500 and the units built later on were better. Mine is out of a 2006 Sierra that had the 4.8L V8. The NV3500 isn't known for its strength or smooth shifting but I've had 3 trucks with them and never had problems. The first one was bought new in a truck with a V8 and I beat on it pretty hard from time to time. I would say if the motor is out have someone turn the input shaft while you try and shift through the gears. It should shift without any trouble. If not I'd leave it. Depending on the year and mileage it could be shot. These transmissions use ATF and people have been known to put gear oil in them resulting in early failure. Glad to answer any questions you may have.
omoffroad Thank you so much for your help. Can you explain that process in a little more detail as far as testing the trans. The motor is already out so what do I need to do to test it? Also he says I can have everything that I need to convert mine to a manual for $450 and he is letting me have the radiator and transfer case and some oil cooler lines I needed. Is this a decent deal or do I need to move on if the trans is no good?
I think $450.00 is very fair if you're getting everything you need including the transfer case. As far as testing the transmission I would try and shift it into every gear and rotate it by hand. Just listen for any strange sounds. If it shifts into every gear and the oil in it looks good chances are it's ok. What year is it and how many miles are on it? The NV3500 drain plug is a 17MM Allen by the way. You probably don't have that.
did you have any issue with the speedometer and 4x4 not working I did the swap on my 97 gmc sierra cant get them to work I found that some of my plugs on my transfer case wont plug in to the auto wiring harness any idea
fowlbat09, I had a manual shift transfer case behind my automatic before the swap and used the same transfer case behind the manual transmission. I didn't have any issues with the speedometer because all of the connections were the same.
fowlbat09, The rear plug is for the speedometer. I did not have electric shift 4X4 on mine but, the shift solenoid should be in the middle of the transfer case.
gordon conroy, I honestly don’t recall a clutch safety switch at all. If I don’t mention it in my other videos I would have bypassed it by soldering the wires together. It’s just a two wire circuit on a normally open switch.
@@omoffroad I have the same problem, I have a 94 chevy 2500 4x4 that needs a new tranny buts it’s a auto and would like it to be a 5 speed anyway I could get in contact with u beside on here?
Jose Ayon, I retained the original harness. The reverse lights are mentioned in my previous videos or comments. The speedometer is unaffected because it is driven from the original transfer case speed sensor. I hope this helps.
Not sure if your still answering questions about this, but i have a question. Just did this swap on my 97 k1500 5.7, and the clutch wont fully release. I cant get the trans to shift into gear while its running. Did you have this problem at all ? If so did it go away on its own ?
Justin Bennett, is the clutch slave and master new? Did you bleed it? Do you have any pedal at all? I didn’t have a problem at all but I bled my clutch after installing it.
Justin Bennett, look through the inspection hole and see if you see the pressure plate moving. There’s no adjustment so I’m not sure what is going on... only other thing is the clutch disk goes on a certain way. Should be marked “flywheel side”.
Yes, new everything. But i was looking through the inspection hole and having someone press the clutch and saw fluid dripping from the slave. I think i may have answered my own question. And i appreciate you getting back to me
Hey i have a question for you, i did the same conversion on my 97 5.7 k1500, and when i press the gas it seems to stumble under roughly 1/2 pedal or more. Did you run into this issue ? Also how did you get the backup lights to work with the factory auto. Harness ? Any help is appreciated
Justin Bennett, 2 comments down I answered the backup light issue and fix. I didn’t experience a stumble. I would check the fuel filter/ pump 1st then basic tune up items.
All the tune up items were done before doing the conversion, pump was replaced about 6 months prior along with filter. Guess ill have to mess around a little and see if i can figure it out, thanks for your response, and thanks for pointing me towards the comment about the backup lights
@@omoffroad i did the tune up back in late 2016, and just did the conversion last month. The truck was started and idled about once a week for about 10-15 minutes each time during the time it sat. It idles and revs up fine out of gear as it is, and only seems to stumble in 1st gear. Its very strange. And i believe it was a delphi fuel pump, which was done with the tune up
I should probably also note that i ran my codes the other day and have one for each of the upstream o2 sensor heater circuits, but i cant imagine that afftecting it. And my vehicle speed sensor on the trans isnt currently hooked up, since the trans came from a 99 and i have a 97, i bought a new sensor but havent had a chance to wire it yet. I dont know if that could be the cause
@@omoffroad Thank you , I have a 95 Chevy Boss truck and I need the original steering wheel, same as yours but it has the chevy sign not gmc and it has the Aztec bird inside the chevy logo, and the 400 ss also have those cool steering wheel 👍😁
@@zachhoward5795 my transmission was out of a 2006. The last year of the manual transmission in the pickups. External slave should make no difference. What year truck did it come from?
Iv got a 99 tahoe with a 350 in it auto I got a 95 chevy truck for the 5 speed swap to go in the Tahoe u definitely answered my starting on neutral safety switch thing but wondering if. You new about the clutch flywheel lining up to get the rite flywheel for motor an if the clutch from the 95 wood fit together fine. Reason I ask is because my 95 is external slave cylinder not internal like my 98 truck I drive my 98 is more the same 350 an everything is thin the 95 but I don't want to pull my 98 apart I want to use everything out of the 95 but the flywheel I no its TBI throttle body the balance on the flywheel would be wrong for the vortec 350 but I got a new clutch kit with the 95 the only thing I cud think I'd need to get wood be flywheel i just wasn't sure if I'd have to use something different on flywheel an clutch to make it work or not
Just wondering if all I need is the flywheel an if the clutch an trans wood work from the 95 on it or wood I need to do anything different thanks for getting back to me tho
Chris Stevens, Is the transmission an NV3500 or NV4500? Either way You will have to get the flywheel for the 1999 350 that is in your Tahoe. You will need to check the pilot bearing shaft bearing but the clutch kit from the 1995 truck should be fine. The external slave cylinder should not be a problem as long as you can get a line made up for it.
Thanks I just wasn't to sure if id have to change a lot to make it work iv always Ben one to put back what was in a vehicle an barely ever did a swap from different years I'm ganna give it a shot tho thanks for getting back to me
I do have one more question I know I'm not worried about a reverse light but the Tahoe has push button 4 wheel drive what do I need to change or will it bolt right up to the 5-speed
There's no need to with a stock 350 or especially the 4.3L V6 he's got. The NV3500 is rated for plenty more torque than that will ever put out even during burnouts. If you go with a modified 350 or up to a 454 though thats a different story
Ryan Tuttleton, Yes because you would have to add more components that you can just eliminate when installing a manual. You would need an ECU for the auto, the correct wiring, flexplate, torque converter, complete steering column with shifter, and pedals. Also depending on what radiator you have you would also need the cooler lines, and possibly a new radiator with integrated transmission cooler.
Alex g, It took me a couple of weekends to complete. Really depends on your ability and your shop setup too. A lift would have sped things up for sure.
@@omoffroad I get it but have u considered getting them widened there used to b a guy n salesman GA that done a set of jeep Sally's for me years ago n I think it was only like 40$ a wheel to get that 10 inch poke n that would still n running the factory steel but with a lol more style lol but I even then still think they should b painted black but I do u brother different strokes for different folks lol 💯😉 have a good one brother
@@user-be9ii9ut4t, yes sir you are. I try to post things to help people making this swap. You troll me making negative comments. I countered with a negative comment. Are you surprised?
Very helpful to know the details like the computer, and the key lock cable in the column.
BEAUTIFUL! You are an artist!
Great question and something I didn't mention. There is a simple two wire contact switch on the side of the manual transmission. There is a more complicated multi wire switch on the automatic. I actually just pulled a tail light to see what color wire it was and cut it from the auto plug and spliced to the manual. Any questions just ask.
omoffroad I bought a manual parts truck last night to swap mine from an auto. Too cold to mess with at the moment though. I think you have the only videos on the subject. Thank you for posting them. Lots of great info!
Hi I need ur help I got everything on the truck done But I can’t get my speedometer to work I have not tried a new speed sensor but I had to buy a plug to plug in to the transmission And got voltage going to it but It’s not working what do u think U think I should try a new speed sensor
I just noticed your truck came with a “ball cooler” pretty neat, my 94 didnt offer that, sweet build very clean I hope your truck takes you a great distance👍🏽
I did something close to this. I have a 1995 3500 GMC crew cab with 8 ft bed. 4 wheel drive. I took out the 350ci and replaced it with a 427 big block from a 1974 Chevy C60. The transmission I used is a SM465 manual 4 speed from a another 1995 Chevy 1500. I also ripped out all the computer junk and stayed with a point ignition system and went with manual door lock and windows. The rear end is a GM 14 bolt from a ton and half cube van. The Front end is a Dana 77 Geared at 5.27 The transfer case is a NP 208C that came out of 1986 Chevy truck
This beast is close to done just need to complete the body and new tires
human fromearth,
Sounds like a tank! I recently purchased an 1988 Chevy crew cab K30 I'm going to build. Should post a video about it in the near future.
Are you kidding I have a tough time trying to figure out a digital camera. I still use film in my cameras. I love non computer technology. Me being on and using a computer is a big step. I don't even own a cell phone. So me doing a digital video is like 10 years in the future for me. Give me a movie camera with crank and you can have a deal. You figure out how to get it on the Internet.
You've done a ton of work on this truck, good to see it still on the road.
Skeefoo Panama,
Thank you for the comment 👍
Trek TG.... thank you, anything you need let me know, I'll do a video for you. The truck is a blast with a manual trans!
omoffroad oh I know my parts truck runs but was hit in the rear. I drove it about 25 miles to get home. I enjoyed every minute of it!! I'm sure I'll have some questions before it's all over. Thanks again!
omoffroad i need any n all info i can ge i have a 95 chevy silverado k1500 z71 extended cab with the 4l60e n 5.7l and my buddy has the same 95 but its a gmc sierra with the nv3500 what do i need n can i do this in a full week since shes my daily driver n need to still make it to work haha id highly anticipate any n all info
Helpful for my swap, thank you
I have a 98 tahoe. Totally wanna do this!
I put an nv3500 from a 95 pickup truck on my 2000 tahoe 5.3l
I'm wanting to do my 99 Tahoe its last year for 350 in it I got a 95 5speed an stuff out of a 95 truck to wonder will the clutch for the 95 will work if I get the stock standard flywheel for the 350 in the Tahoe woodwork or do I get all 99 clutch an flywheel
@@chrisstevens1401 all the stuff from the 95 should work since is the same body style
Its same body but different 350 the 95 is the tbi an the Tahoe is 99 350 Vortec and there's a flywheel balances are different but the clutch and the transmission shaft fitting is what I was wondering if I just got a stock flywheel for the 99 in standard didn't new if the clutch stuff for the 95 wood work on it rite being the 95 has the slave cylinder on the outside it's not internal my 98 truck is internal slave cylinder that's been my hold up of messing with it if I just need flywheel ill start on doing the swap this week iv just not got around to rely asking anyone on it yet till today
Get a flywheel for a 96-98 truck and clutch,,just bolted mine together today
I wanna do this to my 97. I have the 5.7 v8. 4x4
Thanks for the video, I've got a 97 z71 that my dad bought new, he put one new tranny in it I have recently put a new tranny in it also, (4l60e) its doing fine, the truck has 300k miles with alot of other new parts, so its gotta lot more mileage left In it, dumb luck I bought a complete 96 z71 that someone else already put a 5 speed In, i plan to swap my 4l60e out to the 5 speed soon, the donor truck, was run literally till the transfer case fell out (lack of tightened bolts from whoever swapped it out) so I bought a running z71 for a little of nothing! Lol..
tracks in the sand by Peter drag'n,
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. Good luck with the installation.
You are the hero we need
Thank you sir, glad I could help.
I got a 1979 C10 with 350 small block 4 speed and I was wondering what do I need to make my nv3500 to work for my truck?
I love this truck
Mr White, thank you sir 👍
What size hole saw bit did you have to use / how big did the clutch master cylinder have to be
I bought the clutch master cylinder for this truck because they were offered with a manual transmission from the factory. I can’t remember the exact size hole saw but just measure the new one when you get it.
Hi I’m doing a Manuel swap in my 96c1500. The Manuel is out of an 88 did you need a flywheel spacer? Looks like I’ll need one
What transfer case are you running?
i wish you lived close by to me,i have a 95 z71 and my 4L60E is messed up for the 3rd time and this one is a 2,000.00 dollar transmission i got from summit,the top gear keeps going out,Drive starts slipping.im sick of it.im taking it to a mechanic thursday to see what he thinks is wrong,if it needs a rebuild,i swear I'm gonna go nuts.i really would like a manual.thanks for the time in the video making.
onewheelup,
Appreciate the thanks. I'm obviously not a huge fan of automatics myself! If you decide to make the swap feel free to ask any questions. I'm happy to help out when I can.
What did u have to do for the speed sensor from the automatic to manual, best videos about this swap i have found
Matt86toy, the speed sensor is located in the transfer case, so it remains the same with either transmission.
Ok thanks for the reply mine is 2wd tho
@@matt86toy , I have not swapped a 2wd but I would assume the speed sensor in the 2wd tail housing would be the same in both transmissions.
How did you get the automatic wiring harness to plug into the nv3500? Or you didnt connect them at all?
Obviously it would be a bit easier to swap an nv3500 into my 88, considering it's a mechanical 700r4. Any pointers would be awesome. Scored a standard off my buddy for 150 bucks. Anything to look out for? Like small details.
Same transfer case from the automatic transmission?
Luis Pina, yes sir same transfer case.
@@omoffroad 👍
What kind of transfer case I am five speed swapping my 03 chevy1500 and the transfer case won’t line up with the splines
What transfer case do you have? You can replace the input splines if necessary.
Basically the same for 2 wheel drive ?
Did you have to do anything special to get the reverse lights to work?
hi I have a question recently I asked my standard truck but it does not start the gear if it works but there is no current in the truck and I wanted to know if I have to add some cables or something
Elmer Arrieta, I apologize sir but I do not understand what you are asking me?
hello I have a 2004 chevrolet was automatic and I want to make it standard and I already put the standard transmission and everything else but I left the connector of the automatic to turn on but try to light but does not turn on it does not turn anything on the truck or lights go nothing just the march I could do
I know this was a long time ago but I’m hoping you might can help
One-can you take the transfer case off the automatic 97 transmission and use it (I believe it’s a 4l60-e ) on the Chevy 5 speed
But my main issue is my truck is a 96 extended cab 1500 4x4 but came with a 4.3 with a 5 speed before I got the truck the 4.3 5 speed was pulled and my father in law took a 97 350 vortec with the 4l60-E and put it in and now the trucks just awful it takes off in I’m guessing 3rd shifts to Drive and never does go in OD I tried putting a 97 dash and harness in it but I couldn’t get the main plugs to work. So my plan is just put back a 5 speed. Because of the shifting my odometer don’t work trip or reverse lights but idk which one I use I have a nv4500 but it was 2WD so idk if I needa find another one or what. It seems you know what your doing. I’m just stumped. Please help! Lol if you can
Shane, the 4L60E will not shift because the factory ECU came from a manual transmission truck so it will not control the shifting on the automatic. Where is the transfer case that came behind the original 4.3 5 speed transmission?
Did you have to do anything to computer? I'm looking to put on a 97 5.7 trying to figure out what I have to do. Thank you
I did not do anything to the computer. I ran the same one from the original automatic set up.
Hi there! I'm planning on doing the same thing to my truck. mine is an automatic 1993 chevy silverado c1500 and I have another truck same year it's the same but it's manual I want to just take all the parts I need and swap the transmission. is it hard to do so? Is it a pain in the ass? do I have to make any adaptations? or change electrical crap? I need your help
Rafael Velazquez,
If you have them sitting side by side you should be able to look and see any differences. I didn't find the swap difficult but I enjoy doing this type of work and am a very competent mechanic. Everything should bolt right in from same year trucks for sure. Thanks for the interest
Did you have to pull dash to put in clutch pedal and brake pedal?
No. The pedal assembly can be installed from underneath. All of the holes are either already there or marked from the factory.
@@omoffroad awesome. I was In the process pulling out everything from the donor truck and I have the whole dash and harness out but really didn’t want to have to pull my main trucks dash. Your video has helped and answered a lot of my questions. Did you have to remove steering column to get to install the pedals?
@@dustinriggs5396, I don’t think I did but I honestly can’t remember. I know I lowered it to delete the cable that keeps you from turning the ignition unless the brake pedal is depressed in park. Watch all of my videos on the swap. I know I mentioned it in one of them.
I know this video is old but did you get a check engine light with running the automatic transmission computer?
I didn’t have any check engine lights come on after the swap.
What did you do with the wiring that goes to to the automatic transmission?
Josiah Heinrich, I believe I discuss it in one of the videos about the truck, but if memory serves, I had to connect only two of the wires to the manual transmission. The only two wires used were for the reverse light switch. I simply pulled a tail light to see what color went to the reverse lights.
Recently did the swap on my truck got the standard steering column and the truck won’t try to on acting like it in a gear ...
will this swap work with an LS 6.0? my 4L80 just went out and well who doesn't love banging gears, really looking forward to do this manual trans swap.
TIA
walter esquivel,
It will work but I would run a T56 instead. The NV3500 wouldn't handle the 6.0 for long! If you do run the NV you'll need to buy a clutch and flywheel from a truck with the 4.8L LS because the 6.0 wasn't offered with a manual trans in the trucks as far as I know.
omoffroad , right on! thanks chief
I'm going to get parts in the morning to do this swap. I have a 92 regular cab short bed k1500 auto. I am tired of the 700r4 trans and the problems I have had with them. What do I need to get off of this truck in the morning. I know I need the transmission, the transfer case, the front drive shaft. The threw the floor boot, the master cylinder, the pedal assembly. What else will I need?
You'll need the clutch and flywheel as well but honestly I would spend the money for a new clutch and flywheel. You are going to have to install a pilot shaft bearing in the end of your crankshaft to support the input shaft on the manual trans. Not difficult or expensive but you must install one. You'll need a little patience to remove the pedal assembly it takes time but not a terrible job.
omoffroad Any special tools required to disassemble the pedal assembly? Also I have a question about this trans. Are they rebuildable. The gentleman who has the truck says it will not go into gear and thinks it's could be the clutch. But he isn't sure. The truck had been wrecked and he bought it to take the motor out. Said he doesn't know anything about the trans. I don't know if it's a waste to even get the trans but it's the first truck I have seen with all the parts I need and I have been looking for awhile. Any advice?
Steven, I don't remember needing any special tools to remove the pedal assembly just watch my other videos. One of them mentions a couple of tips for removing the pedals. The NV3500 can be rebuilt with a jig (couple of videos on here) and I actually replaced the input shaft on mine because it was worn. There were several versions of the NV3500 and the units built later on were better. Mine is out of a 2006 Sierra that had the 4.8L V8. The NV3500 isn't known for its strength or smooth shifting but I've had 3 trucks with them and never had problems. The first one was bought new in a truck with a V8 and I beat on it pretty hard from time to time. I would say if the motor is out have someone turn the input shaft while you try and shift through the gears. It should shift without any trouble. If not I'd leave it. Depending on the year and mileage it could be shot. These transmissions use ATF and people have been known to put gear oil in them resulting in early failure. Glad to answer any questions you may have.
omoffroad Thank you so much for your help. Can you explain that process in a little more detail as far as testing the trans. The motor is already out so what do I need to do to test it? Also he says I can have everything that I need to convert mine to a manual for $450 and he is letting me have the radiator and transfer case and some oil cooler lines I needed. Is this a decent deal or do I need to move on if the trans is no good?
I think $450.00 is very fair if you're getting everything you need including the transfer case. As far as testing the transmission I would try and shift it into every gear and rotate it by hand. Just listen for any strange sounds. If it shifts into every gear and the oil in it looks good chances are it's ok. What year is it and how many miles are on it? The NV3500 drain plug is a 17MM Allen by the way. You probably don't have that.
What standard transmission would you put for a 5.3l? Thank you.
I’m using a nv3500 in mine.
I finished my 96 about 1000 miles ago does yours rev up to like 1500+ rpms when you slow to a stop then idle down when it comes to a complete stop?
No sir my engine goes straight to idle as soon as I push the clutch in.
did you have any issue with the speedometer and 4x4 not working I did the swap on my 97 gmc sierra cant get them to work I found that some of my plugs on my transfer case wont plug in to the auto wiring harness any idea
fowlbat09,
I had a manual shift transfer case behind my automatic before the swap and used the same transfer case behind the manual transmission. I didn't have any issues with the speedometer because all of the connections were the same.
the plug right in the back of you transfer case is for the speed right and the other ones for the 4x4
fowlbat09,
The rear plug is for the speedometer. I did not have electric shift 4X4 on mine but, the shift solenoid should be in the middle of the transfer case.
could the speedometer sensor be gone bad for not to work...and one other thing dose the shift solenoid control the power to the 4x4 actuator
fowlbat09 no I don’t believe it does, the 4WD actuator should be ran on a different circuit
Why did u swap the brake pedal? What's diffrent.
Tyson Baller, it is narrower on the manual transmission setup.
What type of clutch bracket did you use plus did you connect clutch safrty switch and cruise cut out
gordon conroy, this truck didn’t have cruise control so I eliminated the switch. Watch my previous videos that discuss the bracket.
@@omoffroad did you use the clutch saftey switch the piece that's on the master cylinder
gordon conroy, I honestly don’t recall a clutch safety switch at all. If I don’t mention it in my other videos I would have bypassed it by soldering the wires together. It’s just a two wire circuit on a normally open switch.
Beautiful truck wonder how much more difficult the nv4500 is
For a 3/4 ton of course
@@jeremys1496, can’t be anymore difficult and a far better transmission too.
@@omoffroad I have the same problem, I have a 94 chevy 2500 4x4 that needs a new tranny buts it’s a auto and would like it to be a 5 speed anyway I could get in contact with u beside on here?
I just finished a swap like this
Did you take the old harness out?
How did you get speedometer and reverse lights to work
Jose Ayon,
I retained the original harness. The reverse lights are mentioned in my previous videos or comments. The speedometer is unaffected because it is driven from the original transfer case speed sensor. I hope this helps.
Hey man I looking to do the same thing in my truck if you could get back with me it would be very much appreciated i have a few questions
What is your question sir?
Hey i have a few questions about it i will appreciate your time
Luis Camargo, what’s your question sir?
Not sure if your still answering questions about this, but i have a question. Just did this swap on my 97 k1500 5.7, and the clutch wont fully release. I cant get the trans to shift into gear while its running. Did you have this problem at all ? If so did it go away on its own ?
Justin Bennett, is the clutch slave and master new? Did you bleed it? Do you have any pedal at all? I didn’t have a problem at all but I bled my clutch after installing it.
Yes everything is new, and bled many times. Pedal feels normal, but clutch wont fully disengage
Justin Bennett, look through the inspection hole and see if you see the pressure plate moving. There’s no adjustment so I’m not sure what is going on... only other thing is the clutch disk goes on a certain way. Should be marked “flywheel side”.
Justin Bennett, I’m assuming the clutch is new also, and that you bought a flywheel and clutch for your year truck?
Yes, new everything. But i was looking through the inspection hole and having someone press the clutch and saw fluid dripping from the slave. I think i may have answered my own question. And i appreciate you getting back to me
Hey i have a question for you, i did the same conversion on my 97 5.7 k1500, and when i press the gas it seems to stumble under roughly 1/2 pedal or more. Did you run into this issue ? Also how did you get the backup lights to work with the factory auto. Harness ? Any help is appreciated
Justin Bennett, 2 comments down I answered the backup light issue and fix. I didn’t experience a stumble. I would check the fuel filter/ pump 1st then basic tune up items.
All the tune up items were done before doing the conversion, pump was replaced about 6 months prior along with filter. Guess ill have to mess around a little and see if i can figure it out, thanks for your response, and thanks for pointing me towards the comment about the backup lights
Justin Bennett, how long after the tune up was the truck down? Also what brand fuel pump?
@@omoffroad i did the tune up back in late 2016, and just did the conversion last month. The truck was started and idled about once a week for about 10-15 minutes each time during the time it sat. It idles and revs up fine out of gear as it is, and only seems to stumble in 1st gear. Its very strange. And i believe it was a delphi fuel pump, which was done with the tune up
I should probably also note that i ran my codes the other day and have one for each of the upstream o2 sensor heater circuits, but i cant imagine that afftecting it. And my vehicle speed sensor on the trans isnt currently hooked up, since the trans came from a 99 and i have a 97, i bought a new sensor but havent had a chance to wire it yet. I dont know if that could be the cause
Where did you get that Steering wheel? Or from what car did you get it ?
Alfonso Gonzalez,
You’re the second person that has asked me that but it is the original factory steering wheel.
@@omoffroad
Thank you , I have a 95 Chevy Boss truck and I need the original steering wheel, same as yours but it has the chevy sign not gmc and it has the Aztec bird inside the chevy logo, and the 400 ss also have those cool steering wheel 👍😁
Did you have to have the driveshafts shortened or lengthened from going to the nv3500?
Kelton Youngblood,
The two transmissions are the exact same length.
@@omoffroad is that the newer nv3500 or what about the 95 with external slave cylinder
@@zachhoward5795 my transmission was out of a 2006. The last year of the manual transmission in the pickups. External slave should make no difference. What year truck did it come from?
Iv got a 99 tahoe with a 350 in it auto I got a 95 chevy truck for the 5 speed swap to go in the Tahoe u definitely answered my starting on neutral safety switch thing but wondering if. You new about the clutch flywheel lining up to get the rite flywheel for motor an if the clutch from the 95 wood fit together fine. Reason I ask is because my 95 is external slave cylinder not internal like my 98 truck I drive my 98 is more the same 350 an everything is thin the 95 but I don't want to pull my 98 apart I want to use everything out of the 95 but the flywheel I no its TBI throttle body the balance on the flywheel would be wrong for the vortec 350 but I got a new clutch kit with the 95 the only thing I cud think I'd need to get wood be flywheel i just wasn't sure if I'd have to use something different on flywheel an clutch to make it work or not
Chris Stevens, I apologize but I don’t understand your question sir.
Just wondering if all I need is the flywheel an if the clutch an trans wood work from the 95 on it or wood I need to do anything different thanks for getting back to me tho
Chris Stevens,
Is the transmission an NV3500 or NV4500? Either way You will have to get the flywheel for the 1999 350 that is in your Tahoe. You will need to check the pilot bearing shaft bearing but the clutch kit from the 1995 truck should be fine. The external slave cylinder should not be a problem as long as you can get a line made up for it.
Thanks I just wasn't to sure if id have to change a lot to make it work iv always Ben one to put back what was in a vehicle an barely ever did a swap from different years I'm ganna give it a shot tho thanks for getting back to me
I do have one more question I know I'm not worried about a reverse light but the Tahoe has push button 4 wheel drive what do I need to change or will it bolt right up to the 5-speed
Does the cruise control still work?
Morgan Flakes, the cruise would not be affected after this swap.
Why didn’t you go with the nv4500?
There's no need to with a stock 350 or especially the 4.3L V6 he's got. The NV3500 is rated for plenty more torque than that will ever put out even during burnouts. If you go with a modified 350 or up to a 454 though thats a different story
Would it be harder to put an auto in a manual
Ryan Tuttleton,
Yes because you would have to add more components that you can just eliminate when installing a manual. You would need an ECU for the auto, the correct wiring, flexplate, torque converter, complete steering column with shifter, and pedals. Also depending on what radiator you have you would also need the cooler lines, and possibly a new radiator with integrated transmission cooler.
Did it throw the check engine light or any codes?
Michael Smetana,
I didn't have any codes on my swap.
omoffroad good to hear, all but wrapped up with the same swap, did you leave the extra plugs and wires just strung up?
Michael Smetana,
I trimmed them back to the wire loom and heat shrunk the ends to be safe.
I have a 97 can i use the pedals from a 92?
Jose Ayon, yes they should work fine sir.
There are slight difference my 90 pedals had studs my 96 had clip for master cylinder I just added bolts when I swapped my nv3500 to nv4500
How long did the swap take?
Alex g,
It took me a couple of weekends to complete. Really depends on your ability and your shop setup too. A lift would have sped things up for sure.
I keep getting rev hang and high idle with the factory computer
Is your speedometer connected and working? The VSS (vehicle speed sensor) might be affecting the idle?
@@omoffroad everything hooked up fine correct everything works as it should mainly hangs in between shifts, sometimes till I come to complete stop
Also when it’s warmed up
So will thia work with a 5.7 93 gmc sierra 4x4
Jesus Ibaibarriaga, absolutely sir.
Im gonna try to do mine thanks to ur inspiration, and as far as the 4x4 it all works fine correct? 4 low and 4 high?
Thank you for replying appreciate that
Jesus Ibaibarriaga,
The truck is still going strong. Everything works just like it came from the factory that way.
One last question if i get the nv3500 does it come in two versions 4x4 and 2wd or are all nv3500s the same ? Should i look for a nv4500
How did you do your computer for it to know it went from auto to standard?
micheal G,
The auto needs the computer to shift, the manual is fine without it so far. Engine running perfect.
he told it
would you know if the nv3500 would fit in a 97 3.8
mustang?
j stash, why would you put a long through, weak transmission in a mustang? Let alone a V6 mustang????
For a Mustang you should get a T-5 five speed.
Need some black wheels buddy look 110 better!!
Josh Jones, naaaaa man I’m rolling that factory steel.
@@omoffroad I get it but have u considered getting them widened there used to b a guy n salesman GA that done a set of jeep Sally's for me years ago n I think it was only like 40$ a wheel to get that 10 inch poke n that would still n running the factory steel but with a lol more style lol but I even then still think they should b painted black but I do u brother different strokes for different folks lol 💯😉 have a good one brother
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@@user-be9ii9ut4t, yes sir you are. I try to post things to help people making this swap. You troll me making negative comments. I countered with a negative comment. Are you surprised?
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What did you do wire the reverse lights?
Aaron, read the comments below addressing the reverse lights sir.