Shifter base for NV4500 swap from 1995-2000 GM C K HD full-size truck on Sale
- Estimated Delivery : Up to 4 business days
- Free Shipping & Returns : On all orders over $200
*** For OE replacement see the complete kits instead. ***
*** Pics are of the similar NV5600 shifter I also sell. NV4500 shifter is the same except there is no lower pivot bushing and the lower ball has flats on each side. ***
- Shortcut to fulcrum chart
- 1995-2000 Chevy & GMC C K HD full-size trucks:
- 1500 series w diesel only
- 2500 series w GVWR > 8500 or diesel
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- For GVWR under 8500 (except diesel), see the 1500 kits (NV3500)
- For 7.4L gas w GVWR < 8500 (rare) – confirm trans model
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- 3500 series – all
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NOT FOR USE IN THESE VEHICLES – see separate listings for complete kits
- Does NOT FIT NV3500 or any 6 speed
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For Dodge models, see separate listings; NV4500 is NOT universal!
- Does NOT FIT 2001+ GM NV4500 (lid casting # 33893, 1 4 taller mount)
- Does NOT FIT earlier years w round top lid (see last pic)
- For more info see the NV4500 lid page
- Wait until new transmission is installed to buy shifter parts
- Remove existing shifter base if present
- Sit in vehicle, in driving position, with all interior trim (dash, console, etc) in place
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Define desired knob location in space (neutral position):
- Measure height from base flange to desired knob location = overall height
- Measure side & rear offsets from receptacle bore to desired knob location
- See this diagram for clarification
- Study the Hurst stick page for shapes that meet your needs
- Allow 4 for stick mount height
- Choose a stick and see what fulcrum heights are compatible with it (see chart)
- Check overall height (see chart: stick height + mount height = overall height)
- Confirm chosen combination achieves desired knob location and that fulcrum height works with stick length selected
- Consider various stick & stub combinations to optimize
- Note long sticks on angled mounts will strongly offset knob to left (can be 5-6 +)
- Options E & F require a Hurst stick directly mounted on side w serrations
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- Stick length = point-to-point distance from mount hole to knob thread
- Stick mount height = height from base flange to stick bolt hole
- Core Shifters kits for GM use Option E
- Heat-treated billet steel gear selector stub
- Hardened steel cross-pin & stainless steel fulcrum pivot ring
- Self-centering cross-gate bias springs with heat treated spring seats
- Glass-reinforced polyamide fulcrum socket with steel wear clips
- Rubber oil control seal with steel retaining ring
- Extruded aluminum housing with Spirolox steel support ring
- Zinc-plated laser-cut steel cover with heat-treated spring retainer straps
- Zinc-plated laser-cut steel baseplate
- Vibration-resistant serrated flange head steel retaining bolts
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Choose a fulcrum height (see chart down page first): [E] for use w/ 15" stick, [F] for use w/ 18" stick
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Shifter base for NV4500 swap from 1995-2000 GM C K HD full-size truck on Sale$184.50Select optionsShifter base for NV4500 swap from 1995-2000 GM C K HD full-size truck on Sale$184.50Select options
Kit includes mounting hardware, dust cover boot, and instructions. The base is built by Core Shifters using proven Hurst Billet Plus components inside a custom housing:
Stub fulcrum height options (critical to optimizing leverage for short throw):
Option For stick length stick mount height stick mount angle boot type upcharge E 15 + 3.9 angled 14 deg left Billet Plus default F 18 + 4.15 angled 14 deg left Billet Plus +$10 - Stick length = point-to-point distance from mount hole to knob thread
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Define desired knob location in space (neutral position):
A Hurst stick is required (NOT included, sold separately) – NOT negotiable. Other brands and homemade sticks are will NOT fit! To select the proper parts:
Configured for square top short lid w casting # 25137 (1.75 stub depth w o gasket)
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NOT FOR USE IN THESE VEHICLES – see separate listings for complete kits
Shifter base for custom conversions using NV4500 5-speed transmissions sourced from:
