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| intense99dak Gen III   1/16/2001 22:46:03 |
 Subject: NV3500 shifter is hereIP: Logged Message: It was just posted on the DML that Hurst does make a shifter for the NV3500 (v8 manual trans) and it is available as a special order from Jeg's or Summit. The part number is 391-0155 and can be had for $176. Order time is about 3 weeks. Have fun ;-) Chuck Robbins '99 Dakota Sport www.intense99dak.com |
| 95DakotaV8 GenII 1/25/2001 07:01:28 | RE: NV3500 shifter is here IP: Logged Message: I sent an email to Hurst, the stick only comes in a flat chrome. I asked them what the difference was from the original shifter and got a stupid answer, they said - "a much better shifter mechanism". Ok, what is the real difference. You've put one in your truck. Is it worth the money or will it be just as good to cut 2" off the regular stick and have it re-threaded for a T-handle? KJR 1995 Dakota Club Cab SLT 4x4, 5.2L, 5spd, 3.90 rear end |
| intense99dak Gen III 1/25/2001 18:48:31 | RE: NV3500 shifter is here IP: Logged Message: First, let me reinerate that I have the shifter for the v6 and that I haven't seen the shifter for the v8's so all opinions are based on my shifter. Quite honestly, if all you're looking for is a shorter throw for less money, then cutting your stock shifter is the way to go. Keep in mind though that it is going to take more force to shift gears because of the new leverage factor. Also, the Hurst shifter throw is 4" from 1st to 2nd. How far down the stock lever would you have to go to get that throw? Now that I have driven my Dakota for a while with the new shifter, I would have to recommend it. It did take some getting used to primarily because A) the throw is only about 4" B) the shifter handle is considerably closer to the seat C) the shifter arm is a little further away from the driver than what the stock arm is. I also got rid of the round knob that came with the shifter and added a Hurst T handle. That alone made a big difference in the shifting feel. I have had ample opportunity to work the gears both on acceleration and deceleration and I like how the Hurst shifter performs. I am looking forward to adding Redline's MTL to see if the "notchiness" of the transmission is reduced (I am waiting for the snow to melt in my driveway). So, in closing, I would recommend the Hurst shifter. It is well constructed and does make shifting far better in my opinion. Plus it looks sharp ;-) Hope this helps. Chuck Robbins '99 Dakota Sport www.intense99dak.com |
| 95DakotaV8 GenII 1/26/2001 19:36:38 | RE: NV3500 shifter is here IP: Logged Message: Thanks, I probably will pass on this for a while or just have the stock stick shortened. I don't drag race, it is just a pain for that 1st to 2nd shift. Since I have the 3.90, it comes at about 10-12 mph so I am shifting quickly at the start. I think if I made it an inch or two shorter, it might help with that. Besides, I had the darn gasket under the shifter housing repaired (it was leaking) the day before you put the announcement out. $144 bucks, mostly for labor. Besides, this is lower on the "I want" list. KJR 1995 Dakota Club Cab SLT 4x4, 5.2L, 5spd, 3.90 rear end |
| rtqlet Dodge Dakota 11/28/2001 23:40:46 | RE: NV3500 shifter is here IP: Logged Message: The difference between stock shifter and Hurst shifter is noteable...installing the shifter is straight forward per the instruction sheet...the shifts are shorter thanks to the high ratio pivot...very nice solid feel, no slop...you won't be disappointed with Hurst's shifter...one note, the shifter is all steel, hence you will hear the gears turning, sounds like a muncie, real muscular, a small price to pay for a performance shifter that truly works. |
| fot80 Dodge Dakota 11/29/2001 04:40:32 | RE: NV3500 shifter is here IP: Logged Message: i love hurst shifters.....but they don't work on the 2001 nv3500. I asked hurst thru email if they'll make one and they never responded :( |
| Gary F Dodge Dakota 11/29/2001 07:50:29 | RE: NV3500 shifter is here IP: Logged Message: Actually the shifter has been out for quite some time. I learned the hard way that the current one doesn't fit my '01. I have a e-mail from Hurst saying that they were "working on" one for the '01 and up. Supposedly it will be available at the end of the year, whenever that is. |
| dropt98dakota Dodge Dakota 11/29/2001 17:58:19 | RE: NV3500 shifter is here IP: Logged Message: I was wanting this shifter for my truck, however up in canada I was quoted a price of $350 and I figure that I could spend that much $ for more go-fast gear as I am happy with the through of the stock shifter. I have taken measurements of the throw of the stock shifter and there was about 1" longer stroke in the stocker than the hurst. |
| Grady Cowardin Dodge Dakota 11/30/2001 17:05:16 | RE: NV3500 shifter is here IP: Logged Message: I think the new Tranny is a 45RFE or similar. Does anyone know what the tranny is called. I have an '02 4.7L 5speed so I am guessing that the shifter will not fit. But $175 is a lot for a shifter. I had the shifter in my SHO cut down and re-welded and the throw was real short but it was a lot harder to get the stick into the lower gears. But that tranny is junk compared with a RWD car, due to the extended linkage. I have found with my Dakota, and the whole 80 miles I have driven in it, that the softer you shift the easier it is to get into gear. It does not like quick shifting. Thanks |
| Gary F Dodge Dakota 12/01/2001 02:48:19 | RE: NV3500 shifter is here IP: Logged Message: A 45RFE is an automatic. "Anyone know what the tranny is called?" Yeah, a NV3500. Some of you guys are missing the point with a different shifter. Sure, you can cut the lever down but that doesn't change the pivot ratio. Just like poster Grady mentioned with his SHO project, his shifter became more difficult to use. $175 might seem like a lot, but I think that you get what you pay for. Come on guys, don't go the cheap way out. What's next, cutting coil springs to make your Dakota lower? |
| Dave Dodge Dakota 12/03/2001 17:11:07 | RE: NV3500 shifter is here IP: Logged Message: I also have the Hurst shifter and I love it! it is well worth the money!!! Dave. |
| blkfly59 Dodge Dakota JOIN HERE 2/13/2007 15:01:40 | RE: NV3500 shifter is here IP: Logged Message: Does anybody know what changed from the 2000 model year nv3500 to the 2001 model year nv3500. I want to put the hurst shifter on my '01 dakota, but you guys say it wont fit. What doesnt fit? |
| daddio Dodge Dakota JOIN HERE 2/13/2007 15:08:57 | RE: NV3500 shifter is here IP: Logged Message: i don't believe it's the tranny itself that changed. it's the shape of the dashboard. 97-00 had the same dash style and they changed it for the '01's & up. |
| Old Dak Dodge Dakota JOIN HERE 2/15/2007 12:14:20 | RE: NV3500 shifter is here IP: Logged Message: They changed the shift tower. You need to space the shifter up about a quarter inch. Search the V8 forum for some past info on this. |
| Will Dodge Dakota JOIN HERE 8/02/2007 00:12:57 | RE: NV3500 shifter is here IP: Logged Message: I have a 2000 5 speed Quad Cab & have redesigned the way the shift arm mounts to the gearbox. It all but eliminates the gear noise, allows for precise location relative to the driver & will work on later models. I have pictures & instructions if anyone is interested. |
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