SM465 32-Spline Short Output Shaft

The Offroad SM465 32 spline short output shaft provides a more durable and versatile alternative to the standard 10-spline output shaft found in many SM465 "granny 4-speed" transmissions. By significantly reducing the overall drivetrain length, this component enables custom configurations, such as mating the transmission to NP205, NP203, or Atlas transfer cases. The shaft is an ideal choice for off-road enthusiasts looking to build robust and compact driveline setups. Installation of this output shaft requires precision and is recommended to be performed by a professional manual transmission shop. The process involves pressing sleeves which are a close tolerance fit; heating these sleeves to 250 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes can facilitate installation. Installers must retain the original rear bearing, thrust washer, and locking nut from the previous shaft, though new hardware may be required for GM 2WD transmissions. This is a universal length component and may require trimming based on the specific adapter casting utilized. Do not force the transmission and transfer case together during assembly.