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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

When CarTech offered me a contract to write a book on Muncies I thought to myself that it is something I do every day, and it will be an easy task. Wrong! It took longer than anticipated. I had many setbacks, both on a personal and a business level. I’d like to thank my editor Paul Johnson and CarTech for their support and belief in me.

Brian Higgins of the SK Tranny Shop allowed me to crawl around his parts photographing some archeological finds. His place was mind blowing as usual. Thank you, Brian, for allowing me to interrupt your busy schedule.

Larry Fischer, a true legend and a long-time friend, also took some time to drag out parts and talk about his experiences.

Ed Hartnett was instrumental in sending me pictures of his rare 3864848 cases. I thank him for putting up with my nagging to get the perfect shot.

George Sollish of Auto Gear is the man responsible for bringing back the Muncie. I’d like to personally thank him and his hard-working staff: Robin, Matt, Nathan, Billy, Howie, Joe, and the cats. Without them there would be no future for this transmission and I’d still be playing drums in some crappy punk-rock band.

The late James Fodrea, who was credited for the design of the Muncie, gave many others and me a career in manual transmissions. I give sincere thanks to his daughter, Joan Fodrea Cooper, for taking the time to talk about her father and his days at General Motors.

My biggest realization in writing this book came from seeing how unorganized my shop really is compared with everyone else’s. My webmaster, Janet, aka ‘“Gear Rhonda,” still makes it a point to insult me every day in front of hundreds of web clientele. She inspires me to continue to push myself and set unrealistic goals.

Cristina, one day all this will be yours!