Ed Anderson wrote:

 > > > > Would the taperlock take 6000+ rpm? Or perhaps better

question is

it

balanced to take 6000+rpm?

Ed Anderson

Ed, The taperlock would easily handle the rpm. The elements are

full

circle less a very minimal

slot which in multi-taper styles can be opposed for excellent

balance.

The elements are trapped

within a full diameter and are quite strong. Weight here seems

the

biggest negitive. What are your

shaft diameters? There are several newer multi-taper elements

that

reduce size and weight. The

gear would also move slightly while tightening. This movement is

consistant though and you could

do a test assembly to predict the final position. Bill Jepson

The Ross shaft is 1.75" dia for about 2-3" just before the Sun gear.

In

fact, I'm not certain there would be adequate clearance in the gear

housing

for the taperlock (diameter wise that is).
 Just curious as to whether this would simplify the lack of a thrust

bearing

fix.

Ed

Ed, we just saw a new taperlock type of bushing that has no rim like the

normal

ones does, think it was on the gates web site, or maybe Morse chain.
Royce

Thanks, Royce

    I'll chech it out

Ed

Have you been drinking again Ed? Your slurring your words :)

Paul Lamar
 
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