Savage direct drive tranny.

[lincpimp]

I have not seen a review on the V2 yet, but the v1 seemed to have some issues. The idea is sound, not sure if the design and materials will take a real hard bashing...

I had him make me something similar to this a few years back, wasn't impressed with the build quality and materials used though. It's a good idea but the use of plastic spacers and the lack of tapped holes just shows a lack of quality IMO.

But hey, he has stepped his game up since back then, he's using some form of CNC now, looks like a waterjet, so it could be better than I remembered.

[RC-NUT]

I have the V2 tranny in my X conversion. Overall I would not recommend it.

Pros:
1. Very smooth and very quiet.
2. Wide gears seem to handle the abuse.
3. Motor is centered in between TVP's.

Cons:
1. Cheap construction.
2. Gears are open to dirt and rocks.
3. Sits too low in chassis for a skid plate.
4. Only held in by 4 screws on one side.
5. Minimal clearance for larger motors.
6. Outdrive cups will not stay on the shafts.

I almost finished with my 1717 upgrade so I'll see if it withstands the punishment. I had to have it post machined to fit the larger motor. The smallest pinion gear that will fit is a 22T. Anything smaller and the motor can hits the idler gear.
It handled the CC 1518 with no major issues.

[el tomaso]

What is the theoretical top-speed with the 22t pinion then?

Thomas G

[RC-NUT]

What is the theoretical top-speed with the 22t pinion then?

I would love to know but KD doesn't list the final drive ratio on his website. He only offers suggested pinion and spur gears for specific motors.

If anybody knows the final radio please let me know. That would be great.