[tkwetzel]

Correct me if I'm wrong, somebody, but I thik the whole SCS thing was to add sensors to the transmission so that the computer would keep it in the most advantageous gear at all times, similar to the transmissions on most cars.

I understand that something would be done to monitor the rpm's or another measurable function that would contribute to the horsepower. They would then shift up/down to get max. horsepower. The only thing was the specifics of the sensor. Where to put, what kind etc.

The SCS was to be able to synchronize the gear and shaft. Automatic transmissions already put it into the most advantageous gear at all times. The SCS would lower or increase the power to the motors so that the gear selecting shaft would be running at the same speed as the next gear it is about to select prior to actually engaging the gear. It would cause less stress on all the components and give you smoother shifts.