Description
Zumbrota Remanufactured Manual Transmissions RMT4500D-16 – Product Overview
The Zumbrota Remanufactured Manual Transmissions RMT4500D-16 is a replacement 5-speed manual transmission from Zumbrota Drivetrain. It belongs to the Zumbrota Remanufactured Manual Transmissions product line and is supplied as a remanufactured unit sold individually.
This product is identified by Manufacturer’s Part Number RMT4500D-16, Summit Racing Part Number ZUD-RMT4500D-16, and UPC 883584732013. These identifiers help buyers, installers, mechanics, and parts departments confirm the correct transmission before ordering.
The supplied listing identifies this unit as remanufactured, meaning it has been professionally rebuilt and inspected rather than sold as a brand-new transmission.
This model uses a 5-speed configuration and a cast iron case. The supplied listing does not specify input shaft diameter, input spline quantity, output shaft spline quantity, gear ratios, tailshaft length, speedometer type, or exact vehicle application, so those details should be verified before ordering.
This transmission does not include a bellhousing, does not include a yoke, and does not include a shifter. Buyers should confirm all required supporting components before installation.
The product notes state: Please have your VIN number ready when ordering. This matters because manual transmission fitment can vary by year, engine, drivetrain, clutch setup, speedometer setup, and original transmission configuration.
Fitment and Application Details
The Zumbrota Remanufactured Manual Transmissions RMT4500D-16 should be ordered with accurate vehicle details and the VIN number ready for fitment confirmation.
Because the supplied listing does not provide exact year, make, model, engine, drivetrain, input spline count, output spline count, or gear ratio details, buyers should verify compatibility before purchase.
Important fitment details include the vehicle VIN, original transmission code, engine, drivetrain layout, bellhousing compatibility, clutch disc spline count, flywheel, pilot bearing, clutch release system, output yoke, driveshaft length, transmission mount, crossmember position, shifter configuration, speedometer setup, and fluid requirements.
The bellhousing is not included, so buyers should confirm whether the original bellhousing can be reused or whether a compatible replacement is required.
The yoke is not included, so the output connection must be verified separately before installation.
The shifter is not included, so buyers should confirm the correct shifter assembly, linkage, handle, boot, and interior fitment based on the vehicle application.
For a complete installation, buyers may also need clutch components, flywheel, pilot bearing, release bearing, bellhousing, output yoke, shifter parts, driveshaft components, transmission mount, fluid, seals, hardware, and vehicle-specific installation parts.
Build Quality and Reliability
The Zumbrota Remanufactured Manual Transmissions RMT4500D-16 is built through Zumbrota’s remanufacturing process, which focuses on inspection, cleaning, component verification, internal testing, and replacement of common wear parts.
A pre-inspection is performed to help ensure the unit is free from case cracks, excessive wear, and OEM-related issues that many transmission cores may have.
A second inspection is conducted during the remanufacturing process to help ensure all component parts meet OEM specifications.
A final post-build inspection is completed to verify that the finished unit is built to Zumbrota’s required standards.
Zumbrota also quality inspects units throughout the remanufacturing process to maintain its quality standard.
The housing and top covers are cleaned using a hydro-blasting and rinsing process, helping bring cases back to an OEM-style finish.
Internal parts receive 100 percent inspection, including gear wear checks, main shaft straightness testing, and synchronizer testing.
Zumbrota also performs 100 percent replacement of seals, bearings, and other common wear components, supporting reliability in a replacement manual transmission application.
Units are shipped in high-density plastic totes to help reduce the risk of in-transit damage.
What Makes This Transmission a Strong Choice
The Zumbrota Remanufactured Manual Transmissions RMT4500D-16 is a strong choice for buyers who need a replacement 5-speed manual transmission with a documented remanufacturing and inspection process.
One of its most important strengths is the remanufactured build process. Zumbrota checks the case, internal components, gear wear, main shaft straightness, synchronizers, seals, bearings, and common wear components before the transmission is completed.
The cast iron case is also an important feature for buyers matching the correct transmission type and original vehicle requirements.
The 5-speed configuration makes this unit suitable for compatible vehicles originally equipped with the correct 5-speed manual transmission setup.
The requirement to have the VIN number ready when ordering helps reduce fitment mistakes. Manual transmissions can vary by vehicle year, engine, drivetrain, clutch setup, speedometer system, and output configuration.
Because the transmission is sold individually and does not include the bellhousing, yoke, or shifter, it is best suited for buyers replacing a compatible existing transmission and planning to reuse or separately source the correct supporting components.
Ideal Buyers and Use Cases
The Zumbrota Remanufactured Manual Transmissions RMT4500D-16 is best for vehicle owners, repair shops, drivetrain specialists, fleet maintenance teams, and mechanics who need a dependable replacement 5-speed manual transmission.
It is suitable for buyers who want a remanufactured manual transmission that has been inspected, cleaned, rebuilt with common wear components replaced, and checked before shipment.
This product is useful for repair situations where the original manual transmission has failed due to internal wear, shifting issues, bearing noise, synchronizer problems, case concerns, or general drivetrain damage.
It is not a complete installation kit. The bellhousing is not included, yoke is not included, and shifter is not included. Buyers should confirm all required installation parts separately.
The best buyer for this transmission is someone who has the VIN number ready, has confirmed the original transmission requirements, and understands the vehicle’s full manual transmission installation needs.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Zumbrota Remanufactured Manual Transmissions RMT4500D-16 |
| Brand | Zumbrota Drivetrain |
| Manufacturer’s Part Number | RMT4500D-16 |
| Part Type | Manual Transmissions |
| Product Line | Zumbrota Remanufactured Manual Transmissions |
| Summit Racing Part Number | ZUD-RMT4500D-16 |
| UPC | 883584732013 |
| Number of Gears | 5 |
| Bellhousing Included | No |
| Yoke Included | No |
| Shifter Included | No |
| Case Material | Cast iron |
| Remanufactured | Yes |
| Quantity | Sold individually |
| VIN Required for Ordering | Yes, have VIN number ready |
| Input Shaft Diameter | Not specified in supplied listing |
| Input Spline Quantity | Not specified in supplied listing |
| Output Shaft Spline Quantity | Not specified in supplied listing |
| Gear Ratios | Not specified in supplied listing |
| Speedometer Type | Not specified in supplied listing |
| Exact Vehicle Fitment | Not specified in supplied listing; verify by VIN before ordering |
| Pre-Inspection | Case cracks, excessive wear, and OEM-related core issues checked |
| In-Process Inspection | Component parts checked to meet OEM specifications |
| Final Inspection | Post-build inspection completed |
| Internal Parts Inspection | Gear wear checks, main shaft straightness test, and synchronizer testing |
| Replacement Components | Seals, bearings, and common wear components replaced |
| Housing Cleaning | Hydro-blasting and rinsing process |
| Shipping Protection | High-density plastic tote |
Ordering Support and Fitment Guidance
Before ordering the Zumbrota Remanufactured Manual Transmissions RMT4500D-16, buyers should have the VIN number ready and confirm the correct vehicle application.
Important details include year, make, model, engine, drivetrain, original transmission code, bellhousing compatibility, clutch disc spline count, flywheel, pilot bearing, clutch release system, output yoke, driveshaft length, shifter setup, transmission mount, crossmember position, speedometer requirements, and fluid specifications.
This transmission does not include the bellhousing, does not include the yoke, and does not include the shifter. These components must be confirmed separately before installation.
Because the supplied listing does not specify input shaft diameter, input spline count, output spline count, gear ratios, speedometer type, or exact vehicle application, buyers should verify those details using the VIN and original transmission information.
For a complete installation, buyers may also need clutch components, flywheel, pilot bearing, release bearing, bellhousing, yoke, shifter parts, transmission mount, fluid, seals, hardware, and vehicle-specific components.
The Zumbrota Remanufactured Manual Transmissions RMT4500D-16 is built for buyers who want a professionally remanufactured 5-speed manual transmission with inspected internals, cleaned housings, replaced wear components, and VIN-based fitment support.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Zumbrota Remanufactured Manual Transmissions RMT4500D-16?
The Zumbrota Remanufactured Manual Transmissions RMT4500D-16 is a 5-speed remanufactured manual transmission from Zumbrota Drivetrain. It features a cast iron case and is sold individually as part of the Zumbrota remanufactured manual transmission product line.
Is this transmission remanufactured?
Yes. The supplied specifications list Remanufactured: Yes. Zumbrota remanufactured manual transmissions go through inspection, cleaning, internal part testing, and replacement of common wear components.
Does this transmission include a bellhousing?
No. The bellhousing is not included with the Zumbrota RMT4500D-16. Buyers should confirm whether the original bellhousing can be reused or whether a compatible replacement is required.
Does this transmission include a yoke or shifter?
No. The supplied specifications state that the yoke is not included and the shifter is not included. Buyers should confirm the correct output connection and shifter setup before installation.
Why is the VIN number needed when ordering?
The supplied notes state: Please have your VIN number ready when ordering. The VIN helps confirm correct vehicle fitment because manual transmissions can vary by engine, drivetrain, year range, clutch setup, speedometer type, and output configuration.
What inspections are performed during remanufacturing?
Zumbrota performs a pre-inspection, in-process inspection, and final post-build inspection. Internal parts are checked for gear wear, main shaft straightness, and synchronizer condition.
What parts are replaced during the remanufacturing process?
Zumbrota states that seals, bearings, and other common wear components receive 100 percent replacement during the remanufacturing process.
Is a warranty included with this transmission?
The supplied description states that all transfer cases are sold with a standard 2-year/unlimited mileage warranty. Since this listing is for a manual transmission, buyers should confirm the exact transmission warranty terms before ordering.
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