Used NV3500 Transmission for Sale | 5 Speed Manual Gearbox

$1,499.00

Product Overview & Specifications

Transmission Type: 5 speed manual, fully synchronized
Compatible Engines: GM 4.3L V6, 4.8L V8, 5.0L V8, 5.7L V8, Dodge 3.9L V6, 5.2L V8, Jeep 4.0L I6
Case Material: Aluminum alloy
Production Years: 1988 to 2007 by application
Condition: Used OEM, inspected and gear tested
In Stock, Multiple Year Ranges and Applications Available
Free Shipping to All 50 States via Crated Freight, 5 to 10 Business Days
Gear Tested Through All 5 Forward Gears and Reverse Before Shipping
Bell-Housing Pattern and Application Confirmed Before Shipping
Synchronizer Operation Verified
100% Fitment Verified Before Every Order Ships
No Core Charge, Keep Your Old Transmission
15 Day Replacement Warranty on Internal Defects

100% Fitment Assistance

15 Days Replacement Warranty

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Category: Transmission

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About This Transmission

The NV3500, originally designated the Getrag 290 in some early light trucks, is the 5 speed manual transmission that powered an entire generation of GM and Dodge half-ton and mid-size trucks. Built by New Venture Gear (the GM-Chrysler joint venture that also produced transfer cases and other transmissions), the NV3500 used an aluminum case, fully synchronized forward gears, and a moderate torque rating that suited it to V6 and small-displacement V8 applications. From 1988 through 2007, depending on application, the NV3500 was the standard manual offering in the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, S-10, Sonoma, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Ram 1500, and Jeep Wrangler TJ.

The aluminum case keeps overall weight down, and the synchronized 5-speed gear set delivers smooth, intuitive shifting in both daily-driver and light-duty work applications. For 2WD trucks the unit bolts directly to the bell-housing. For 4WD applications the rear of the transmission connects through a transfer case adapter to the NV241 or NP231 transfer case.

Signs You Need a Replacement NV3500

Grinding into 2nd or 3rd gear, synchronizer wear (most common NV3500 failure)
Pops out of 5th gear under acceleration, worn shift fork or detent spring
Difficulty engaging reverse, reverse gear or shift rail wear
Whining noise that changes with engine RPM, input shaft bearing wear
Hard shifting cold, fluid contamination or wrong fluid type used previously
External fluid leak from input or output shaft seals

Known NV3500 Issues We Inspect Before Shipping

2nd to 3rd synchronizer wear, the highest-mileage failure point
5th gear engagement, common pop-out concern on heavily towed trucks
Input bearing noise inspection
Shift fork condition and detent spring tension
Case sealing surfaces and breather
Bell-housing pattern confirmed (GM small block, GM big block, Dodge small block, Jeep, etc.)

What Is Included, What Is Not Included

INCLUDED	Complete transmission case assembly with all internal gears, synchronizers, shift forks, shift rails, input and output shafts, bell-housing where present on donor unit, shifter assembly where present.
NOT INCLUDED	Clutch disc, pressure plate, throwout bearing, clutch hydraulics, flywheel, transfer case, driveshafts, gear oil.
Fluid Note	Drained before shipping. Refill with GM-spec or Mopar-spec manual transmission fluid as appropriate, NOT 80W-90 gear oil and NOT GL-5 (will damage synchronizers).
Core Note	No core charge. You are not required to return your old transmission.

The NV3500 was a direct fit in the following vehicles:

Chevrolet Silverado 1500	1988 to 2005 (5.7L V8 and 4.3L V6 applications)
GMC Sierra 1500	1988 to 2005
Chevrolet S-10	1988 to 2003 (4.3L V6)
GMC Sonoma	1988 to 2003
Chevrolet Blazer	1995 to 2005
GMC Jimmy	1995 to 2001
Dodge Dakota	1991 to 2004 (3.9L V6, 5.2L V8)
Dodge Ram 1500	1994 to 2001 (3.9L V6, 5.2L V8)
Jeep Wrangler TJ	1997 to 2004 (4.0L I6 with adapter)
Isuzu Hombre	1996 to 2000

Engine pairings include the GM 4.3L Vortec V6, 4.8L V8, 5.0L V8, 5.7L V8, Dodge 3.9L Magnum V6, Dodge 5.2L Magnum V8, and Jeep 4.0L inline 6. Bell-housing patterns differ between GM, Dodge, and Jeep applications, so we confirm the correct pattern before every order ships.

Every used NV3500 we ship goes through this process:

Gear tested through all 5 forward gears and reverse on test fixture
Internal visual inspection of synchronizer, shift fork, and detent condition
Input and output shaft bearing noise check
Case integrity and sealing surface inspection
Bell-housing pattern photographed and documented
Year and donor application confirmed where available

Where donor mileage is known, it is shared. Where mileage cannot be confirmed, we disclose this before order. Full inspection documentation is available on request.

transmission-type	5 speed manual, fully synchronized
designation	NV3500 (formerly Getrag 290)
manufacturer	New Venture Gear
drive-configuration	2WD or 4WD with transfer case adapter
number-of-forward-gears	5 (all synchronized)
case-material	Aluminum alloy
maximum-input-torque-rating	Approximately 300 lb-ft (light to medium duty)
compatible-engines	4.8L V8, 5.0L V8, 5.2L V8, 5.7L V8, Dodge 3.9L V6, GM 4.3L V6, Jeep 4.0L I6
production-years	1988 to 2007 by application
common-bell-housing-patterns	Dodge small block, GM big block, GM small block, Jeep AMC
condition	inspected and gear tested, Used OEM

FAQs

What vehicles use the NV3500 transmission?

The NV3500 was factory installed in the Chevy Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 (1988 to 2005), Chevy S-10 and GMC Sonoma (1988 to 2003), Chevy Blazer and GMC Jimmy (1995 to 2005), Dodge Dakota (1991 to 2004), Dodge Ram 1500 (1994 to 2001), Jeep Wrangler TJ (1997 to 2004 with adapter), and Isuzu Hombre (1996 to 2000).

Does the NV3500 fit a Dodge Ram and a Chevy Silverado without modification?

No. The bell-housing pattern is different between Dodge and GM applications. Always specify the make, year, and engine when ordering so we ship the correct version.

What is the maximum torque rating of the NV3500?

Approximately 300 lb-ft. The NV3500 is rated for V6 and small V8 applications. For higher torque diesel or big block builds, look at the NV4500 instead.

What gear oil should I use in the NV3500?

GM and Mopar both spec a manual transmission fluid (NOT a GL-5 hypoid gear oil). GL-5 oil contains additives that damage synchronizer materials. Use only the manufacturer-recommended manual transmission fluid.