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Complete SM465
Transmission Package

A Muncie SM-465 with the adapter assemblyEasily one of the very best four-speed transmissions ever built; the SM465.

Our Muncie 465 is professionally and meticulously rebuilt. We use the best components, including bearings, synchronizers, bushings, seals and gaskets built by our SM465 specialist and expert. Any available updates and improvements are performed.

A new, unbent transmission shifter cane is included and ready for the installer to bend to the particular application and driver's preference (if you wish you use your factory stick, let us know and we'll apply a discount).

Adapted Builds
The 465 will be built with a Novak conversion mainshaft, the Novak transfer case adapter and crossmember urethane mount assembly.

The 465 will be built using a GM style mainshaft or a Novak conversion mainshaft, as per your application. Included and installed is the Novak transfer case adapter and crossmember urethane mount assembly.

SM-465 adapted and ready
An example of a Novak adapter, installed and ready.

Transfer Case Adaptability
Your 465 can be ordered ready to join to the following Jeep transfer cases:

We can also do a full rebuild of your Jeep transfer case if you would like to ship it to us. We can provide any upgrade components for it that you wish. It will be pre-installed to the transmission and ready to lift into your Jeep.

Factory Style Builds
We also can provide factory style 465 transmissions for faithful GM truck restorations or upgrades. We also perform rebuilds on industrial SM465 transmissions.

Your 465's Construction:

We start with a good core transmission and do a full disassembly and breakdown


Detailed parts inspection and measurement is performed


The main case and top cover are hot-cleaned, media blasted, primed and enameled with a tough, industrial grade finish


The top shifter cover is fully rebuilt with new springs, poppets and hardware


Full gearbox reassembly using all new bearings, bushings, syncrhonizers, snap rings - all consumable transmission parts - are replaced and new hard parts are installed wherever indicated


A new reverse switch is installed


Your transfer case and bellhousing (if available) are installed and configured

Bellhousing Compatability
We will configure your front input section for a variety of OEM or conversion bellhousings including:

We can often source a bellhousing or use your particular GM or AMC bellhousing as required. Conversions to AMC bellhousings will include necessary machining for Crank Position Sensors (CPS), face pockets (if necessary) and the bellhousing rear face bolt pattern. The pilot bushing is included as specified.

Logistics
Your SM465 package is palleted, wrapped and fully insured. It will arrive at a location of your choosing (preferably a business location with a dock / forklift) and ready to bolt into your application.

Pricing
Pricing is generally as follows:

Order
Because of the many variations involved, we encourage you to contact us directly by phone or e-mail. We will help you put together your transmission to best fit your requirements.

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