Dodge 6 speed durability? - Pirate4x4.Com : 4x4 and Off-Road Forum

Whiplash · 10-10-2002, 03:45 PM

I plan on replacing my current tow rig soon and I am seriously considering a 2003 Dodge HO. I plan on bombing it to around 400-450 hp and 850 torque range. Has anyone heard or read how well the 6 speed handles this kinda power? I know TDR is the best place to go but I can't post or do a search since I am not a member.

damon_achey · 10-10-2002, 04:10 PM

the NV5600 handles it fine. But you will need to upgrade the clutch because it won't last long.

MattS · 10-10-2002, 11:25 PM

My brother has about 10,000 miles on his since the upgrades. No tranny issues so far. The clutch on the other hand needs to be replaced like damon_achey said. He's at about 350 hp 750 tq and the clutch will chatter towing 14,000or even 5000 if you put your foot into it. That is just with a chip/exhaust/bleed of valve. Put a turbo housing or injectors in it and the clutch will need to be replaced for sure. It's the tq not hp that gets the clutch.

10-10-2002, 03:45 PM	#1 (permalink)
Whiplash Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Member # 11196 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 177	Dodge 6 speed durability? I plan on replacing my current tow rig soon and I am seriously considering a 2003 Dodge HO. I plan on bombing it to around 400-450 hp and 850 torque range. Has anyone heard or read how well the 6 speed handles this kinda power? I know TDR is the best place to go but I can't post or do a search since I am not a member. __________________ Strap??? But my wheels are still spinning and the tank is half full. 88 XJ on 38's and coilovered front 2001.5 Dodge 4x4 QC CTD 450hp

10-10-2002, 04:10 PM	#2 (permalink)
damon_achey Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Member # 3853 Location: Wa. Posts: 43	the NV5600 handles it fine. But you will need to upgrade the clutch because it won't last long. __________________ '97 TJ

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10-10-2002, 11:25 PM	#3 (permalink)
MattS Pirate4x4 Addict! Join Date: Mar 2000 Member # 386 Location: Omaha, NE USA Posts: 14,689	My brother has about 10,000 miles on his since the upgrades. No tranny issues so far. The clutch on the other hand needs to be replaced like damon_achey said. He's at about 350 hp 750 tq and the clutch will chatter towing 14,000or even 5000 if you put your foot into it. That is just with a chip/exhaust/bleed of valve. Put a turbo housing or injectors in it and the clutch will need to be replaced for sure. It's the tq not hp that gets the clutch.