What is the difference between ZF S6-650 and ZF S6-750?

The gear ratios between the ZF S6-650 and S6-750 are identical. While the transmission is a true 6 speed unit, its forward gears are labeled L-1-2-3-4-5, distinguishing its relatively low true 1st gear. The input shafts are different on the 650 and 750 models, thus they are not interchangeable.

What trucks did the ZF6 come in?

Applications

  • 2001–2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and 3500.
  • 2001–2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD and 3500.
  • 1999–2010 Ford Ford Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450 & F-550 (with diesel engines)
  • 2002–2010 Ford Ford Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450 & F-550 (with gas engines)

What year Duramax has the Allison transmission?

The Allison 1000 has been the standard automatic transmission for the Duramax diesel since its inception in 2001….Allison 1000 Specs.

Name: Allison 1000
Production Years: • First produced in 1999 • Produced for Duramax applications 2001 – present

What is a ZF 6?

The ZF 6 Speed is a German ZF Friedrichshafen AG engineering design, This transmission is an end loaded aluminum case with integrated bell housing. The fully synchronized transmissions are quiet, offer smooth shifting with positive engagements, and have not been the subject of re-occurring problems.

What oil goes in a ZF6 transmission?

The Mercon ATF is recommended by the manufacturer for the ZF6 transmission. So if you’re looking for a safe option, go with the Motorcraft Mercon-V automatic transmission fluid. It will help the transmission shift smoothly in all temperatures.

Does Ford use ZF transmission?

Ford has been using the ZF6 since the late 1990s. Ford’s configuration uses a unique internal oil pump to pump lubricating oil to an external oil cooler, much like that of an automatic transmission, to dissipate the heat generated during heavy-duty use or towing. It also uses a different input bearing.

Is the zf6 better than the zf5?

Registered. the zf5 is a great trans, same as the zf6, the 6 speed has a low gear wich is very nice. allso the 5th gear will lower ur rpm’s a truck with 4:10’s in 6th at 70mph ur rps’s should be at 1200-1500 rpm. both great trans.

How strong is a zf5 transmission?

These transmissions aren’t particularly strong. Only Rated to 420 ft/lbs of torque (for the common s5-42), some are rated to 470 t/lbs (s5-47, only 2 yrs production though and maybe only behind diesels but bell can be drilled to mount to 460).

When did GM start using the ZF S650 transmission?

The ZF S650 was used by Ford starting in 1999 an GM started using this six speed in 2001. Up grade the shifting performance of your ZF S650 with our short throw shifter kit. Select this link to see what models that used this 6 Speed transmission.

How to rebuild a ZF 6 speed transmission?

BELOW YOU WILL FIND A DETAILED LIST THAT INCLUDES COMPLETE REBUILT TRANSMISSIONS, BEARING REBUILD KITS WITH AND WITHOUT SYNCHRO RINGS, GASKETS & SEALS, INDIVIDUAL BEARINGS, HUB SLIDER, SYNCHRO RINGS, FORKS, GEARS, CASE & EXTENSION HOUSING, SHIFT COMPONENTS AND SHAFTS. ALSO AVAILABLE ARE SMALL PARTS.

What kind of engine does a Chevy C4500 have?

Classified by the EPA as a Class 4 size vehicle, the 2004 model-year C4500 could be ordered with either a Vortec 8100 OHV gas-powered V8 or a Duramax 6600 OHV diesel V8. The gas engine, mated to a ZF S6-650 six-speed manual transmission, produces up to 325 horsepower at 3,000 RPM and a peak of 450 lb.-ft. of torque at 2800 RPM.

What kind of suspension does a Chevy C4500 have?

Front suspension for the C4500 incorporates an I-beam axle, parabolic tapered-leaf springs and 35-mm shock absorbers. The back includes a full-floating axle, multi-leaf springs, tapered-leaf springs, 35-mm shock absorbers, and a 44.5-mm stabilizer bar attached to hub-piloted steel 19.5-inch-by-6-inch eight-hole wheels.