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Re: Torsional Deflection of shafts?
I think we have solved the problem, we plan on going to a stronger material, and a slightly larger shaft diameter. The new material we are planning on using is 4140 steel, and we think that it will give us the needed strength to allow us to keep the shafts small enough to use the gears we have, otherwise regearing would be necessary.

Thanks Dave, I'll keep that thought in mind, I certainly do not want to start breaking the gear teeth, however I am after a very strong gearbox, I think the gears will hold up well, the gears are wide, I would only be concerned about chipping the teeth during shifting - crash box style.

Stu, both links really helped, thanks. I did not need to sign up for a membership to view the page, I'm not sure why, but I had no problems at all.

Again, thanks guys!
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