Product Description
Built for ~450 HP / 900 FT-LBS, the Valair NMU70119-06 is a 12.25" x 1.25" Ceramic/Kevlar single-disc kit for 1994–2003 Ram 2500/3500 5.9L Cummins with the NV4500 5-speed. It delivers higher heat capacity and bite than organic while remaining street/tow friendly.
Fitment
- 1994–2003 Dodge Ram 2500/3500, 5.9L Cummins (12-valve & 24-valve)
- Transmission: NV4500 5-speed manual
Notes: If your truck has an NV5600 (some 2000–2003), choose an NV5600-specific clutch instead. Verify transmission before ordering.
What’s Included
- 12.25" x 1.25" Ceramic/Kevlar sprung-hub disc
- ~3800# pressure plate
- Release (throwout) bearing & HD pilot bearing
- Alignment tool
Recommended Supporting Parts
- Valair Heavy Duty Hydraulics (1994–1997): NMU70HYD-01
- Valair Heavy Duty Hydraulics (1998–2002): NMU70HYD-02
- Valair 5-Speed Performance Flywheel (dual-drilled 12.25/13.00): V3433
- ARP Flywheel Bolts (1989–2004 Cummins): ARP 147-2802
- Starter Spacer for NV4500 (when doing flywheel conversions): V2151
Cross-Reference / Alternatives
- OEM Replacement Organic (stock power): NMU70119
- 12.25" Heavy Duty Ceramic (~550 HP): NMU70119-04
- 13" Upgrade Organic (350 HP) with flywheel: NMU70279-5SCE
- 13" Upgrade Brass-Woven Organic (400 HP): NMU70279-01-5SCE
- 13" Upgrade Kevlar/Ceramic (500 HP): NMU70279-06-5SCE
- 13" Upgrade Ceramic (600 HP): NMU70279-04-5SCE
- Quiet Dual Disc Ceramic (~650 HP) for NV4500: QNV45DDSN
FAQ
What power and torque will NMU70119-06 hold?It’s targeted around 450 HP and ~900 ft-lbs at the crank, driver and traction dependent.
Does this kit include a flywheel?No. Pair it with the dual-drilled V3433 flywheel if your current flywheel is worn or if you want 13" upgrade compatibility.
Which hydraulics should I run?Use NMU70HYD-01 for 1994–1997 and NMU70HYD-02 for 1998–2002 trucks. 2003 owners typically step to G56/NV5600-era solutions—verify before ordering.
Street manners—will it chatter?Ceramic/Kevlar has more bite and heat capacity than organic, so light chatter can occur during break-in, but it’s well-mannered for daily driving and towing when installed and broken in correctly.
How do I confirm I have an NV4500?Check the transmission ID tag or case shape. If you find an NV5600, consider a dual-disc or an NV5600-specific single-disc instead of this NV4500 application.
