SM465 - tell me about it

[Manhattan]

Kind of a strange thread, I guess... I am building a CJ from scratch - for 3+ years - and selected an SM465 based on it's reputation, specs, etc. But, I've never driven a Jeep (or anything) with this Transmission . Just looking for impressions - kind of what to expect.

I know that it's effectively a 3-speed, but beyond that, is it anything like, say a T-150 3-speed, e.g. long throw, kinda clunky, etc.

Thanks.

 

[Torxhead]

Novak Adapters web site has some good info on it, if you hav'nt already seen it. The low gear is awsome, but the long legged transmissions without Overdrive leaves a little to be desired for street use. But for a mostly trail used rig it is great. The price of adapting it is kinda steep though, add a 4 to 1 kit in the Transfer Case and it will be a great crawler.

 

[Manhattan]

Novak Adapters web site has some good info on it, if you hav'nt already seen it. The low gear is awsome, but the long legged transmissions without Overdrive leaves a little to be desired for street use. But for a mostly trail used rig it is great. The price of adapting it is kinda steep though, add a 4 to 1 kit in the Transfer Case and it will be a great crawler.

Thanks, I'll check out Novak's site. I considered converting the 300 to 4:1, but then did the math on the current setup - a crawl ratio of 84:1 - and figured I had enough on the low end. Now, if they could convert it to a 3-speed - adding a .6:1 (Overdrive )...

 

[3QuarterTon CJ]

I have the SM465 in my CJ, and I like it. The granny gear is awesome, It shifts smoothly, stays in gear(unlike my T-4 that used to be in it) . When I'm cruising at 65 MPH the engine is taching around 3k. I wish it had a 5th gear, then it would be the perfect Transmission in my opinion.