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Old Aug 15, 2011 | 11:11 PM
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Has anyone made the NV4500 swap in a 78 f-150?
Any other suggestions for a better transmission with better gearing for highway than the T-19 i have in it?
 
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Old Aug 15, 2011 | 11:13 PM
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What engine? 300 six, 302/351W can use the Mazda or ZF Ford issued boxes. FE, the NV4500 is probably the most common option.

High Impact - NV4500 5spd

Watch for Dodge 5th gear issues, requires an adapter and other fiddling.
 
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Old Aug 15, 2011 | 11:17 PM
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I contacted Advanced Adapters and they sent me the list of parts needed to make the swap, I just havent had the funds for the swap. I really want to make sure its right for me before spending the money.
 
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400 can accept the ZF from a 460. Requires a hydraulic clutch though. Someone here did that swap and it's not 100% bolt in due to the pilot or something. I might be able to find that.

Back to your existing rig. A cheaper way to go would be a taller axle ratio. You are not short of low-end torque, and the T19 has what first gear--4.02 or 5.11?

What gear do you have now?

You ain't 4x4 are you?
 
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A 3.00 rear gear with a 5:1 T19 actually makes for a useable 1st gear for stoplights/ stop signs. Couple that with a 2.75 and you'll have decent acceleration and a nice highway RPM as well.

The 4:1 T19 would be just as good as well.

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