which is the strongest tranny for a 318/Wrangler????

[BigDaddESean]

I have an 89 YJ. I have a worked Chrysler 318, somewhere around 350hp. I want to put the motor in my Jeep, but what manual tranny can I use that will handle the power? I am also going with a Ford 8.8 rear from a late model Explorer. Will I also need a new front axle and transfer case or will my stock units be ok?

also a question of opinion.... I'm thinking either dual side pipes or single 3" following the stock exhaust routing. Which do u guys think i should go with?

[Warlock]

The NV 4500 should handle the power, but not sure if it will bolt right up.

For me, I think I would use the single exhaust option. Its not a race car, and only one pipe means one less pipe to get caught on things.

[BigDaddESean]

what vehicles did that tranny come in? also, it's a manual, not an auto, right?

I'm feelin the 3" single pipe too. It'll also be a little bit quieter inside on the highway. my boss is tryin to convince me to get the side pipes.

[Yucca-man]

Among other applications, the NV4500 was found behind Dodge trucks with the 5.2L (318)

I wonder about the 8.8" though...wouldn't expect that to hold up very nicely since it's a c-clip axle that isn't much sturdier than the Dana 35 it will be replacing. Look for a Dana 44 or Ford 9" to survive under that much horsepower.

[mcgaskins]

I wonder about the 8.8" though...wouldn't expect that to hold up very nicely since it's a c-clip axle that isn't much sturdier than the Dana 35 it will be replacing. Look for a Dana 44 or Ford 9" to survive under that much horsepower.

WTF??? Do you know the specs on the 8.8?

[BigDaddESean]

it's a manual though, right? I hate automatics. I will never own another one.

[Wrangled97TJ]

Yes, the NV4500 is a manual tranny.

[BigDaddESean]

awesome, I'll start looking for one. Thanks a lot for the help guys.

just another question..... do u guys think I'll need to change my transfer case/front axle?