Gearbox prelaod washers

23-01-2003, 17:42

Dick Linn

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Gearbox prelaod washers

Anyone figured out how much preload to use with the thrust washers for the helical gears in the big gearbox? That is, exactly how long the spacer tubes need to be to prevent too much friction but enough spring force and get the gears centered.

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