Sparky 384: Custom DS Transmission (2014 Offseason Project)

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Originally Posted by asid61

Looks pretty neat. Is the encoder mount and custom output shaft stuff the only change to the normal WCP gearbox?

Hello,

No, it isnt. We did base the hole patterns off of the WCP gearbox so that way we can use the same gear ratios available COTS (saves time and money), but some of the geometry is different (the overall dimensions are different and the plates themselves are different). Our custom transmission is shorter and a little bit thicker than the WCP DS. The way our transmission mounts onto the 1" x 2" tubing is also different. The tolerances on the pressed bearings have also been changed to allow for a much better fit (no way those puppies are coming out). Some changes will also be made after kickoff to allow for motors and their pinion gears to be swapped out without having to take apart the transmission (something that is an issue with the WCP gearboxes). If you closely compare the two the differences will start becoming more apparent.

Thanks