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beaterC10 · 07-31-2003, 01:36 PM

I'm new to the board, joined last week. Thought I should introduce myself. My name is Dave Reasoner. I have a 84 short stepside beater that gets my attention when I have spare time. You guys with kids probably understand 3 kids and a wife take a lot of my time.

My question concerns the New Process 833 4 speed O/D manual trans. apparently used in the 80's by GM and Chrysler. Is it a good enough trans to warrant swapping one into an auto equipped truck?

I have one from a GM truck and most of the parts required to swap over to a clutch. I was wondering if the manual trans 1/2 ton 2wd used the small or large hump cabs from the factory.

I would appreciate any insight you guys may have. Thanks

Dave

Prerunner1982 · 07-31-2003, 01:48 PM

not sure about the trans.. as far as the cab we had a discussion here some time ago. and seemed to find all sorts of combos with large humps, for sure the 4x4s have them, dont remember if all 2wds have small humps or not. by the way... welcome to our addiction... sorry i wasnt much help.

**old Rusty C10** · 07-31-2003, 01:55 PM

can't help ya with the question but welcome to the board from NJ and dont forget we wanna see pics of that ride!!

**Captkaos** · 07-31-2003, 01:56 PM

This is my personal opinion, but I wouldn't install that transmission in your truck if you paid me a million dollars. It should fit under a small hump trans though. If you are looking for an OD manual, I would go with a T5, or a Richmond 4+1 and change gears.

AirMale · 07-31-2003, 05:35 PM

I had the NP 4 speed OD and could not wait to toss it in the dumpster. My truck has a large hump tunnel. I went with a Turbo 400 and when I can afford it I will add the GV overdrive. How's 6 speeds for ya?

beaterC10 · 07-31-2003, 09:08 PM

What was the reason for the love affair with the O/D?

**swervin ervin** · 07-31-2003, 10:06 PM

With OD, you can have the best of both worlds. Low gears and still drive on the interstate at 75 mph and not blow the engine.

beaterC10 · 08-02-2003, 12:59 AM

What is the problem with the NP 4 Spd O/D?

Nvbowtie · 08-02-2003, 03:49 AM

From my reading months ago,

all --->floor shift models--- whether 2wd/4wd<< - had a large hump from the factory.

PS welcome aboard

Mike76251 · 08-02-2003, 05:45 AM

Welcome Dave!

07-31-2003, 01:36 PM	#1
beaterC10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 1,277	Introduction and Question I'm new to the board, joined last week. Thought I should introduce myself. My name is Dave Reasoner. I have a 84 short stepside beater that gets my attention when I have spare time. You guys with kids probably understand 3 kids and a wife take a lot of my time. My question concerns the New Process 833 4 speed O/D manual trans. apparently used in the 80's by GM and Chrysler. Is it a good enough trans to warrant swapping one into an auto equipped truck? I have one from a GM truck and most of the parts required to swap over to a clutch. I was wondering if the manual trans 1/2 ton 2wd used the small or large hump cabs from the factory. I would appreciate any insight you guys may have. Thanks Dave

07-31-2003, 01:48 PM	#2
Prerunner1982 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 5,904	not sure about the trans.. as far as the cab we had a discussion here some time ago. and seemed to find all sorts of combos with large humps, for sure the 4x4s have them, dont remember if all 2wds have small humps or not. by the way... welcome to our addiction... sorry i wasnt much help. __________________ Jon 1982 Chevy Silverado 350/th350.... RETIRED 1993 Jeep XJ 2 door(Cherokee) 4wd 4.0ltr/AX-15 (5spd)/NP231 .... Oklahoma Roll Call

07-31-2003, 01:55 PM	#3
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	can't help ya with the question but welcome to the board from NJ and dont forget we wanna see pics of that ride!! __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

07-31-2003, 01:56 PM	#4
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	This is my personal opinion, but I wouldn't install that transmission in your truck if you paid me a million dollars. It should fit under a small hump trans though. If you are looking for an OD manual, I would go with a T5, or a Richmond 4+1 and change gears. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

07-31-2003, 05:35 PM	#5
AirMale Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Atlantic City, NJ Posts: 1,073	I had the NP 4 speed OD and could not wait to toss it in the dumpster. My truck has a large hump tunnel. I went with a Turbo 400 and when I can afford it I will add the GV overdrive. How's 6 speeds for ya? __________________ 86 SWB 9.0 LITER T-400-OD 4.11 eaton-4/5 drop Best 1/4 12.51 @112mph no traction

07-31-2003, 09:08 PM	#6
beaterC10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 1,277	What was the reason for the love affair with the O/D?

07-31-2003, 10:06 PM	#7
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	With OD, you can have the best of both worlds. Low gears and still drive on the interstate at 75 mph and not blow the engine. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10

08-02-2003, 12:59 AM	#8
beaterC10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 1,277	What is the problem with the NP 4 Spd O/D?

08-02-2003, 03:49 AM	#9
Nvbowtie Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Laughlin, Nv. USA Posts: 700	From my reading months ago, all --->floor shift models--- whether 2wd/4wd<< - had a large hump from the factory. PS welcome aboard __________________ www.unlimited2u.com/chevy Bill 1980 Chevy C-10 Silverado 1988 Chevy Blazer Tahoe Last edited by Nvbowtie; 08-02-2003 at 02:09 PM.

08-02-2003, 05:45 AM	#10
Mike76251 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 2,499	Welcome Dave!

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