Vance and Paul , thx for the input. I'll try to get those books to help
with our gear selection. We need an offset drive using a
reasonably available (and priced) gear set capable of handling 3-400 hp. I
thought initially that they were too small, but
couldn't prove it. I'll let you know what we come up with, or feel free to
make suggestions. Thx again.

Chuck H

Gear sets that can handle that power level, with a good "track" record,
are available at very reasonable prices. They ar the quick change sets
sold for circle track racing. If you hve ever watched the big sprints
bouncing and wheel spinning around a dirt track, you should have a great
respect for the durability of these gears. Deep ratios are not too
available, but I have seen pair sets below $100. Jack shaft compounding
can give you the higher ratios - plus bring back the rotation direction,
but at a weight and complexity trade off. The trick is of course coming
up with the proper shafts, bearings,lubrication, and housing. - Vance

See my last post Vance.

BTW is that six place in the back room going to have a Chevy? :-)
No wonder Rich wanted those old Performance Racing Industry magazines.
Forget the Chevy. Put a three rotor in it. :-)

Paul Lamar
 
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