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The Art Carr - Winters SideWinder Gated Shifter for TH400 transmissions uses a stepped steel gate and mechanical guard bar to provide positive, repeatable gear selection without relying on spring-loaded shift mechanisms. The physical gate controls shifter movement and creates a deliberate path into Reverse, making the SideWinder a strong choice for rock crawlers, rock bouncers, race vehicles, and custom off-road builds where missed shifts are not an option.
Each TH400 SideWinder arrives fully assembled in its console with a 5 ft. shift cable and linkage hardware. Multiple gate configurations are available to match standard or reverse-pattern valve bodies, including Rock Crawl gate options for drivers who want quicker movement between forward gears during technical off-road use.
Includes:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Art Carr - Winters |
| Product | SideWinder Gated Shifter |
| Transmission | GM TH400 / Turbo 400 |
| Shifter Type | Mechanical Gated Automatic Shifter |
| Gate Options | Standard, Reverse, Rock Crawl, Reverse Rock Crawl |
| Safety Gate | Mechanical Reverse Guard |
| Cable Length | 5 ft. |
| Shift Mechanism | Stepped Steel Gate |
| Console | Included / Fully Assembled |
| Linkage Hardware | Included |
| Transmission | Application |
|---|---|
| GM TH400 / Turbo 400 | Automatic or Manual Valve Body Applications Using the Correct Gate Pattern |
Fitment Notes:
The gate must match the transmission's valve body and shift pattern. Standard-pattern transmissions use a Standard Gate, while a reverse manual valve body requires a Reverse Gate. Rock Crawl versions are available for builders who want quicker movement between the forward gears.
The Rock Crawl Gate is intended to make movement between forward gears faster and more direct during technical off-road driving. A conventional gate uses more defined individual gear positions, while the Rock Crawl configuration is geared toward drivers who frequently change forward gears while crawling or rock bouncing.
Yes, but the shifter must be ordered with the correct Reverse or Reverse Rock Crawl gate. The gate pattern and transmission valve body must match for the shifter positions to correspond correctly with the transmission.
Yes. This shifter includes a 5 ft. cable and linkage hardware. Five feet works for many front-engine applications, but custom tube chassis, unusual shifter locations, or specialized cable routing may require a different cable length.
Set both the transmission and shifter in Neutral before making the final cable adjustment. The cable should allow the transmission lever to fully engage each position without binding or placing constant load on the shifter or transmission linkage.
