Drivetrain differences between trucks equipped with 454 vs. 6.5

[SnowDrift]

In continuing to consider swapping transmissions, I was wondering if this would be a reasonable option for me to consider. Computer difference, I'm sure, but are there other things to consider if I am interested in swapping my 4L80E for a NV4500 in my '95? The idea is to end up with two running trucks when this is all said and done.

If this is reasonable, then it increases the likelihood that I'll find a donor truck. It seems like there are a ton of '94 and '96 models, but '95 is harder to come by. It could just be because that's what I'm looking for, though.

 

[ak diesel driver]

The differences I know of would be torque converter and vssb vs drac

 

[ak diesel driver]

Easiest would be to go mechanical IP

 

[Husker6.5]

GM 4L80E Torque converter for the 454 and the 6.5TD are the exact same unit, not the same as the one used with the 5.7 gasser.

 

[THEFERMANATOR]

And all 94+ would have a vssb, drac's were only used on early truck's. But a 96 454 wouldn't have either one as it is PCM controlled.