Veedubfreak86
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Title is pretty clear, Really just need it to start working on replicating it, it's the biggest piece of the puzzle
Thank you for your time
Thank you for your time
HOw far from El cajon
the transaxle is a big part of the steering are you wanting the castings that go on it?
Well here is the full disclosure:
I too have been re-engineering the application of the Variator.
I too have been re-engineering the application of the Variator. I intended to utilize a 5 speed Automation trans axle from a VW Passat with a 1.8L turbo
I think my transaxle needs a rebuild I hear it wine some. so i'm looking forward to seeing the auto one.
don't forget about reversing that gear.
jim
Sounds like we need a new thread in modifications instead of classified. But one last post here for me. There are sources of variator's of the type we need. Still have to make it fit..
One such
http://www.ptp-industry.com/en/vari-phi-types-a-b-l.php
You can add me to that list as well! my iteration is being planned around Subaru engine / transmission parts.... Thanks Louis!!! I have been using this project as justification for acquiring all kinds of "toys" for my shop.
VWfreak - If you are planning on making more than one of your design you should talk to a few machine shops about the cost of the splined shafts and bevel gears required.. that and the cost of foundry work for the variators and housings will make that unit Svedka has for sale (with all those parts ) look like a bargain.... and you will have a testbed for your project.
Some useful information about the Variator
It is built around a standard bus transmission. Since it is installed backwards, one needs to swap the ring gear around in the transaxle so that you get 4 forward speeds and one reverse instead of the other way around.
The Transaxle is the "Platform" around which the Variator is constructed. The 2 axels were standard VW. Old style are "Paddle Type", the later ones are splined. They get cut down, a keyway machined in, and new splines on the end to carry the small sprockets.