Hello,
I have been researching the Graziano transaxle from a R8 and have a few questions.
The R8 transaxle is a AWD unit (North American version that I have access to), with the Audi V8 or V10 (lambo the same unit?). Looks like the lower portion of the Audi block has an integral passage for the forward shaft to connect to the front differential. Has anyone here bolted a Ford Modular engine to this transmission? Or are people getting a RWD only unit, or possibly removing the lower shaft if that's an option? Im inquiring if a Ford mod engine, 4.6/5.0 could bolt to this transaxle and still use the forward shaft for an AWD machine.
I have some pics attached of dimensions I would require to see if this could fit into a build I have, if anyone has access to this and could supply the dimensions that would be greatly appreciated. Adapter plates general thickness in the 1-2" range? I would use the Ford flywheel and starter, but use a R8 clutch? Would I need a custom pressure plate? Does anyone have the input/output shaft splines, and diameters?
Thank you for your help.
Jon
I have been researching the Graziano transaxle from a R8 and have a few questions.
The R8 transaxle is a AWD unit (North American version that I have access to), with the Audi V8 or V10 (lambo the same unit?). Looks like the lower portion of the Audi block has an integral passage for the forward shaft to connect to the front differential. Has anyone here bolted a Ford Modular engine to this transmission? Or are people getting a RWD only unit, or possibly removing the lower shaft if that's an option? Im inquiring if a Ford mod engine, 4.6/5.0 could bolt to this transaxle and still use the forward shaft for an AWD machine.
I have some pics attached of dimensions I would require to see if this could fit into a build I have, if anyone has access to this and could supply the dimensions that would be greatly appreciated. Adapter plates general thickness in the 1-2" range? I would use the Ford flywheel and starter, but use a R8 clutch? Would I need a custom pressure plate? Does anyone have the input/output shaft splines, and diameters?
Thank you for your help.
Jon