Jul 14, 2021 · Below you will find a detailed parts list for the Dodge G56 manual transmission that includes complete rebuilt transmissions, bearing rebuild kits with and without syncro rings, individual bearings, syncro components, gears, shaftscase, retainer and performance clutch kits.

The Mercedes-Benz G56, sometimes identified as the G56-6, is a heavy duty, six speed manual transmission found in various Ram pickup and chassis cab truck applications.

The Mercedes-Benz G56 is a heavy-duty longitudinal manual transmission designed for truck use. This six-speed transmission began to be used in the Ram 2500 through 5500 pickup and chassis-cab trucks during the 2005 model year, as the cast-iron 6-speed New Venture Gear 5600 transmission was being phased out.

We stock a complete selection of G56 transmission and associated parts, including Dodge G56 bearings, G56 shifter parts, G56 input shafts and a total G56 transmission rebuild kit.

Jan 13, 2025 · Explore G56 transmission gear ratios, their applications, components, shift mechanisms, and torque handling. Understand how these elements contribute to improved vehicle performance.

Dec 5, 2009 · Mercedes-Benz recommends a thicker 75W or 90W gear oil in their trucks that are equipped with the G56. It is debatable whether anything is gained by switching to a 75W/90W gear oil, but many owners choose to do so.

Nov 1, 2015 · The G56 uses a gear design that has a removable gear cone on the input shaft similar to an NV4500, and uses multiple cone synchronizer rings. Be very careful in quoting repair costs as these rings are incredibly expensive, and must be purchased as a set.

In brief, Dodge/Ram, the vehicle manufacturers, specify MOPAR ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid as the appropriate lubricant for the G56 transmission. Mercedes, the transmission manufacturer, specifies a larger range of approved gear oils and manual transmission fluids for the G56 transmission.

The G56 transmission is a lightweight transmission that can handle moderately severe use. However, if the engine output has been increased above the stock level, the G56 has been known to fail prematurely due to the increase torque.

Jun 23, 2019 · What you would need to do is look up the ratios for both transmissions, multiple the ratio for each gear by the axle ratio. That gives the final gear ratio which you can easily compare.