I originally posted the below in 1st Gen as someone there had a question. Just FYI. Quad 4X4 should have all the parts you need.
Don't know about the best deal !!! I ordered a New NV4500 & South Bend Con OFE from Dan at Quad 4X4 yesterday. Not the best price but he talked my language (able to answer my questions without hesitation) Obviously Dan knows his business on the NV4500 & NV 5600's .
I talked to Standard Trans. in Ft. Worth , sure they do a good job too , but could not answer specific questions right away. I would expect the people that answer the phone to be more knowledgeable than they came across especially since manual transmission's are all they do!!!
Another factor was Stan. Trans did not do flywheel work and Quad 4X4 does and I needed that. I believe the Quad 4X4 has a conversion kit for first gens to an NV4500?? Price , quality can't say. I'll report back to the forum after I get it all installed and tested and give my opinions if any interested.