{"product_id":"usa-standard-94-96-dodge-ram-1500-2500-3500-nv4500-manual-transmission-cluster","title":"Yukon ZMNV22608 NV4500 Countershaft Cluster for 92-96 Dodge\/95-96 GM 2500-3500","description":"\u003ch4\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e1992-1996 Dodge Ram 2500\/3500 (W250\/W350, D250\/D350) with NV4500 5-Speed Manual Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1995-1996 Chevrolet\/GMC C2500\/C3500, K2500\/K3500 (2WD\/4WD) with NV4500 5-Speed Manual Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFitment Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOnly fits NV4500 cases built with the 2-3\/4\" reverse idler gear (dual-plane reverse design)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDoes not fit 1992-1994 GM NV4500 units (6.34:1 first\/reverse ratio, separate cluster required)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDoes not fit 1997-and-later NV4500 short-idler (single-plane reverse) transmissions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDirect OE-spec replacement countershaft cluster gear\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMatches factory 5.61:1 first\/reverse gear ratio\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompatible with 22-tooth input shaft configuration\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCorrect tooth-count gearing for proper mesh with mainshaft and idler\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManufactured by USA Standard Gear \/ Zumbrota Drivetrain for Yukon Gear \u0026amp; Axle\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBacked by 2-year manufacturer defect warranty\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrecision-machined to restore proper gear engagement and reduce noise\/wear from a worn cluster\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupersedes original NV22608 part number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eComponent: Countershaft (cluster) gear\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTransmission: New Venture NV4500 5-speed manual\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdler type: 2-3\/4\" long reverse idler (dual-plane reverse)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGear ratio compatibility: 5.61:1 first\/reverse\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInput shaft compatibility: 22-tooth\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuperseded part number: NV22608\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIncluded Components\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e1x NV4500 Countershaft Cluster Gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Yukon ZMNV22608 is a direct-replacement countershaft cluster gear for the NV4500 5-speed manual transmission, engineered to restore proper gear mesh and shifting performance when the original cluster shows worn or chipped teeth, excessive gear noise, or difficulty engaging gears. As the core rotating assembly that transfers power between the input shaft, mainshaft, and reverse idler, the countershaft cluster is one of the most failure-prone components in a high-mileage or heavy-use NV4500, particularly in trucks that see frequent towing or trailering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis cluster is specific to early-style NV4500 cases equipped with the 2-3\/4\" reverse idler gear, which uses a dual-plane reverse power path rather than the single-plane design found in 1997-and-later transmissions. It's built to the correct tooth count and ratio to match the 5.61:1 first\/reverse gearing used across 1992-1996 Dodge and 1995-1996 GM applications, making it a proper fit for rebuilds and overhauls on these specific truck platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation requires disassembly of the transmission case and is best suited for an experienced DIY mechanic or transmission shop performing a full internal rebuild. Because early and late NV4500 countershafts are not interchangeable, confirm your transmission uses the 2-3\/4\" idler configuration before ordering - mixing cluster styles will cause fitment and shifting issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cmeta name=\"description\" content=\"Upgrade your NV4500 transmission with Yukon's countershaft cluster for 92-96 Dodge \u0026amp; 95-96 GM trucks. Precision-engineered for reliability!\"\u003e\u003cmeta name=\"keywords\" content=\"Yukon NV4500 countershaft, Dodge Ram NV4500 parts, GM NV4500 cluster gear, 5-speed transmission gear, heavy-duty truck parts, 1992-1996 Dodge parts, dual-plane reverse idler gear, automotive transmission components, USA Standard Gear products\"\u003e","brand":"Yukon Gear \u0026 Axle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53864412021055,"sku":"YUKZMNV22608","price":274.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/7308\/9343\/files\/67aba305135ca697d97e9f6bdec59e93L.jpg?v=1782577441","url":"https:\/\/wcaperformance.com\/products\/usa-standard-94-96-dodge-ram-1500-2500-3500-nv4500-manual-transmission-cluster","provider":"WCA Performance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}