What is a M20 transmission?
The Muncie M20 is basically a wide-ratio transmission and was intended for normal street driving use. The early ones had a 2.56:1 first gear. The later 1966-1974 units had a 2.52:1 first gear. They are compatible with a GM 3 Series differential. They are for economy and street drivability and just cruising.
What transmission is the rock crusher?
The 2.56:1 ratio is commonly referred to as the M20. Muncie also had a second close-ratio transmission designated M22 and often referred to as the “rock-crusher,” which was used behind the highest-performance engines and in Corvettes, the M22 is a highly sought-after performance transmission.
What is the gear ratio on a M20 Muncie?
2.56:1 ratio
The 2.56:1 ratio is referred to as the M20. Muncie also had a second close-ratio transmission coded M22 and known as the “rock crusher,” which was used behind performance big-block engines and in some Corvettes.
How much torque can a Muncie M20 handle?
From what I understand, they can handle way more than the t-10. The muncies have better cases & handle up to 500-600 lbs-ft of torque. I know my muncie m20 & my friend’s m20 handle our cars at over 500 lbs-ft of torque. T-10’s are to be used on mild 350’s not 455’s.
How much is a Muncie m20 worth?
Muncie 4 Speed M20 or M21. $2899.99 OR WITH Muncie CORE exchange $2499.99. If you have no useable core the price is $2899.99!! Questions on our core exchange policy?
When did the Muncie M20 transmission come out?
The M20 and M21 transmissions produced from 1963-’74 are easy to identify in both wide- and close-ratio units. The M22 to come later in 1967-’74 is also a close-ratio unit, but much stronger than the M21, with a higher torque capacity.
When did the M20 Rock Crusher come out?
He tells us both the M20 wide-ratio and M21 close-ratio transmissions were first offered in 1963. The M22 Rock Crusher would come later to accommodate the heavy twist of Chevrolet’s big-blocks in the mid-1960s. The M20 and M21 transmissions produced from 1963-’74 are easy to identify in both wide- and close-ratio units.
What kind of mainshaft does a Muncie M20 have?
Cangialosi explains there were two basic mainshafts produced for the M20, M21, and M22 transmissions (see Input Shaft Identification chart). From 1963-’70, the Muncie was fitted with a 27-spline mainshaft and must have the corresponding slip yoke.