Kodiak 5500 divorced NP273

[CarolinaHD]

Anyone ever ran a divorced 273 out of a Kodiak or any 273? Thinking of putting one behind my 2003 2wd lb7/zf6 after I swap the LBZ in. I can get the whole transfercase, crossmember, driveshaft, push button shifter and wiring for $500. Just looking for any links or info. Probably have to just figure it all out for myself.

 

[WVRigrat05]

Subbed, how much bigger is that transfer?

 

[CarolinaHD]

Found this company that sells a swap in/bolt in 273 and there's quite a big difference between the 2. looks like some things need to be relocated.

http://shopspeedhouse.com/duramax-t...rub-fix-nv273-conversion-sas-kit-upgrade.html


"The ABS brake module on the driver side frame rail will need to be re-located rearward approximately 12 inches due to the sheer size of the NV273
Use five pieces of 5/16"x12" inverted flare brake lines from most any auto parts store (roughly $20)
Use five 5/16" female x female inverted flare couplings from most any auto parts store (roughly $10)
You will need to power bleed the brakes, or have it done, after moving the module
You will re-use your original shift motor - be sure to remove it from your NV263XHD core before you send it back!
Depending on the cab / bed combination you may need to extend the transfer case sensor harness / shift motor harness 4 to 8 inches"

 

[CarolinaHD]

Found some pics that were posted over on Diesel Place. Also found a thread where a guy swapped a 273 on an allison all plug and play for cheap. I didn't realize that the Kodiak 273 were passenger side drop and the rest were driver drop but should be able to clock it the other way and have no issues...

DIY thread
http://www.dieselplace.com/forum/76...-2001-2010/456938-nv273-diy-build-thread.html

Picture thread

http://www.dieselplace.com/forum/76...-medium-duty-trucks/255352-transfer-case.html