There were internal changes to the SM420 throughout the years. I replaced my 1954 SM420 with a 1967 one. The newer one has a better oil seal on the front, new syncros are available and it has a backup light switch. The Novak site has the details of the changes.

https://www.novak-adapt.com/knowledge/transmissions/manual/sm420/

Last edited by Gord&Fran; 09/13/2023 2:40 AM.

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1954 1/2 ton 235 4 speed