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    AX15 4.31:1 Low First Gear Conversion Q&A

    The Jeep AX15 is a proven, durable transmission, but in many builds—especially heavier rigs, larger tires, towing setups, and technical off-road applications—the factory 3.83:1 first gear can feel tall. This new gear set lowers first gear to 4.31:1, delivering improved torque multiplication and...
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    AX15 4.31:1 Low First Gear Conversion Q&A

    Lot's of questions about this in another forum so I wanted to start this Q&A thread. Here is the conversion; https://www.novak-adapt.com/catalog/transmission/transmission-parts/ax15-low-first-gear.html YES! It is retrofittable to existing transmissions. Note: very early AX15's had a nut on the...
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    2025 Recap

    We just wanted to say thank you to all of you for your support throughout 2025. We had a great year and have a lot of cool projects we're working on for 2026! A few key things going into next year. ✅ We've been making progress on the NovaDrive while not as fast as we originally thought. We'll...
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    Novak AX15 Short Throw Shifter

    Take a look guys! https://www.novak-adapt.com/forum/d/51-new-product-ax15-short-throw-shifter
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    Engine and transmission opinions

    Great points and thanks for the shout out. One thing to note, the NP231J is rated higher than the AX15. We put them behind V8 power all the time without any issue. For heavily built V8's, extreme offroad builds, etc. it may not be a good option but for the majority of people using the Jeep in...
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    Engine and transmission opinions

    We offer rebuild kits, upgrade parts, rebuilt, and new transmissions for the AX15. Let us know how we can help. We have lots of technical support as well, just call or email with questions. On the engine side of things, we always recommend an LS swap ;)
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    Black Friday / Thanksgiving Weekend Sale Active Now!

    Hop on the website and get your orders in during the sale all! 10% off everything online including the AX15 turnkey transmission!
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    Where can I get a rebuilt AX5 manual transmission for my 95 wrangler 2.5?

    It is doable for sure. Here is a list of parts for the method we recommend; Customer needs to buy (locally, CarPart, eBay): #52107566 Bellhousing, Dodge Dakota to Jeep AX15, 1996-2002 2.5L 05-070 | K70081-02 381326 | 19182502 | K70081-02 Kit, clutch, 9-1/8" OD x 1-1/8 x 10 spline, Dodge...
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    LABOR DAY SALE!

    Hop online and order before Tuesday. 15% off all adapters, motor mounts, and rebuilt kits!
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    Bell housing for AX-15 and 5.7 LS engine

    We usually recommend the 3899621 bellhousing for that conversion. We offer them new and you should be able to find them pretty easily as they are one of the most common. You can also look into these ones, 6263756, 460486.
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    NEW SALE AND SCRATCH AND DENT SECTION!!!

    Now on the website, we have a section for sale items and scratch and dent items! Go check it out! Note: the forum discount doesn't apply to sale or scratch and dent items. https://www.novak-adapt.com/sales.html
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    NEW WEBSITE!!

    Hey all, I just wanted to ley you all know that we just launched out new website! If I could ask a favor, go check it out, do research, go through the process of purchasing something (even if you don't actually check out and put in payment information) and let me know what you think. Anyone...
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    Swapping my 4.2 block for a 4.0 block

    I appreciate the confidence but we don't actually get into the 4.2 or 4.0 much at all aside from maybe converting to a different transmission. I'm not much help on this one. Sorry guys. -Dustin
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    4L60E transmission torque converter

    Agree with all this! Also, what axle ratio are you running? Will you do any kind of towing? Feel free to reach out and we can help guide you.
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    Big Block in 89 YJ

    Will it fit? Probably. It will be very, very tight. You'll likely run into clearance issues with your accessories (A/C components, power steering pump, alternator, etc.) steering components, exhaust, firewall, etc. The engine is longer, wider, and heavier compared to a SBC. Keep in mind that...
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    Converting the AX15 internal slave cylinder to external

    https://www.novak-adapt.com/catalog/clutch/hcr3/hcr-gateway.html Let me know if you have any questions! -Dustin
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    Converting the AX15 internal slave cylinder to external

    We have all the parts for our kits on the shelf and ready to ship. -Dustin
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    Converting the AX15 internal slave cylinder to external

    Give us a call and we can help walk you through the process. 435-753-2513 -Dustin
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    Hello all!

    I wanted to take a second to introduce ourselves for those that may not know about us. We are Novak Conversions. We are a Jeep Conversion Company. We are proud to be a USA based company that has been family owned, and in business since 1967. We have assembled decades worth of knowledge of Jeep...
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    Which SYE do I need?

    Loads of information here; https://novak-adapt.com/knowledge/transfer-cases/np231.html Feel free to reach out if we can help answer questions.