Originally Posted by HevyHauler
Bill being a C-10 I would look at the NV4500 if you plan on towing or a T-5 if you would like a more car like driver or even an NV3500 that is what is in late modal Chevy 1/2 tons.

I'll second that.

You don't really want an auxiliary transmission in just a 1/2 ton. lots of fabrication to install, and even for a Spicer 5831 you would be adding over 200lb to the truck.

Ditch the three speed, and swap in a 5 with overdrive.

Grigg

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