Core Shifter w/ chrome stick for GM C/K 2500 & 3500 : 1995-2000 w/ HD 5 speed (NV4500)
*** Pics are of a similar shifter but the NV4500 shifter has no lower pivot bushing and the lower ball has flats on each side. ***
Short throw shifter kit for OE replacement on 5 speed manual trans in:
- 1995-2000 Chevy & GMC C/K HD full-size trucks
- 1500 series w/ diesel only
- 2500 series w/ GVWR > 8500 or diesel
- For GVWR below 8500 (except diesel), see the 1500 kits (NV3500)
- For 7.4L gas w/ GVWR < 8500 (rare) - confirm trans model
- 3500 series - all
- Also fits 2001-2002 GMT480 HD classic fleet / export trucks (flat door handles)
- Does NOT fit 2001+ GMT800 (= deeper stub)
ONLY FITS NV4500 trans specific to these GM models - RPO MW3, cast iron case
- Replaces GM #12382823 ; 12547315; 25818; 12382808
- Compatible w/ case cover GM #12382848 ; 26382; 12382808 - no others!
- Does NOT FIT newer models (1/4" deeper stub), older models (shift tower is integral to lid), GVWR under 8500 lb except diesel, or any other model
- Earlier models can be adapted w/ change to later case top for bolt-on shifter base (see last pic)
- If your trans is not original, confirm it has a bolt-on shifter base & lid casting #18860 or 25137
- WARNING: does NOT FIT 2001+ GM NV4500 (lid casting #33893, 1/4" taller mount)
- 20" tall from base flange to top of knob; 22% throw reduction; ~1" higher than stock
- IF YOU HAVE a body lift (frame spacers) or transfer case drop: use an extension bracket to elevate stick
Kit includes chrome stick #0295, classic knob, base assembly, mounting hardware, dust cover boot, and installation instructions. The base is built by Core Shifters using proven components inside a custom housing:
- High-strength 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
- Laser-cut steel lid & baseplate
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