USA Standard Gear NV4500 M/T Shifter Stub 98-02 4 Bolt Dodge

USA Standard Gear NV4500 M/T Shifter Stub 98-02 4 Bolt Dodge

The USA Standard Gear ZMNV25982 is a direct-replacement manual transmission shifter stub designed for 1998-2002 Dodge Ram trucks equipped with the NV4500 5-speed manual transmission. This cast-iron stub features the square-top 4-bolt mounting pattern and drops in without modification, restoring precise shift feel and eliminating the slop associated with worn OE units. The YUKZMNV25982 is built to OE dimensions using premium materials so drivers can count on dependable shift quality over the long haul.

Key Features

• Direct OE replacement for NV4500 5-speed equipped Dodge Ram pickups
• Square-top 4-bolt mounting pattern (fits 1998 and newer NV4500 housing)
• Cast iron construction for durability under towing and off-road loads
• Matches OE shifter stub dimensions for no-modification installation
• Part number YUKZMNV25982 / ZMNV25982 interchanges with OE NV25982
• Backed by Yukon Gear and Axle lifetime limited warranty

Fitment

The YUKZMNV25982 / ZMNV25982 shifter stub is designed specifically for the NV4500 5-speed manual transmission found in:

• 1998-2002 Dodge Ram 1500 (NV4500 equipped)
• 1998-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 (NV4500 equipped)
• 1998-2002 Dodge Ram 3500 (NV4500 equipped)

Note: This stub fits the square-top shift housing only. It will not fit NV4500 units with the round shift housing found in pre-1998 applications.

What's Included

• 1x NV4500 shifter stub (ZMNV25982 / YUKZMNV25982)

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What vehicles does the YUKZMNV25982 fit? It fits 1998-2002 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks equipped with the NV4500 5-speed manual transmission with a square-top shift housing.
2. Will this fit my pre-1998 Dodge with an NV4500? No. Pre-1998 NV4500 transmissions used a round shift housing. This stub is for the square-top housing introduced in 1998.
3. Is this an OE equivalent replacement? Yes, the ZMNV25982 is manufactured to OE dimensions and replaces factory part number NV25982.
4. Is any modification needed for installation? No modification is required. The YUKZMNV25982 is a direct bolt-in replacement using the factory 4-bolt pattern.
5. What is the material? The stub is machined from cast iron for durability comparable to the original equipment piece.
6. Does this come with hardware? The listing includes the shifter stub only. Use your factory hardware or replace with equivalent grade fasteners.
7. What warranty applies? Yukon Gear and Axle provides a lifetime limited warranty. The warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal operating conditions and is protected under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act for drivetrain parts.
8. Can I use this on a diesel or gas Ram equally? Yes, the NV4500 was available behind both the Cummins diesel and gasoline V8/V10 engines in the same year range, and this stub fits any of those configurations provided the square housing is present.

Installation Instructions

1. Place the transmission in neutral. 2. Remove the shift knob, boot, and retaining hardware. 3. Unbolt the 4-bolt square base of the existing shifter stub. 4. Clean the mating surface on the shift housing. 5. Position the ZMNV25982 / YUKZMNV25982 stub into place and torque the 4 bolts to specification (approximately 18-23 ft-lbs). 6. Reinstall the shift boot and knob and verify smooth engagement through all five gears.

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