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Re: Transmissions

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Originally Posted by Andy Baker
It is better to have a slightly "looser" transmission as opposed to a "tight" transmission. I believe that this 0.002" addition for center distances is good. Also, I don't trap the gears along the length of the shaft, as I would rather let them float on the shaft as opposed to being bound tightly. Some AM customers are suprised that the gears can slide on the shaft 0.03-0.04".
LOL...no wonder our 2-speed gearbox makes so much noise this year. Thanks for the tip. I'll make sure to include that in our next year's gearbox draw
Also, I have question. What difference do 14.5 P.A and 20 P.A make?
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