New RCR transaxle?

[iflyfast1]

I just received my new copy of Kit Car Builder in the mail. The RCR advertisement on the back inside cover states: "ask us about our new 5 and 6 speed transaxles". Fran, can you share any details including cost? Thanks. Tom

 

[Dave]

Saw that too and noticed the picture of it in the ad. I already have my transaxle and am in too deep to replace it at this point but am very curious about Fran's new solution.

 

[Damian]

What are these pics you guys are talking about. I have seen teaser shots and projected data but nothing from the big Kahuna. Fran what gives?

 

[danie l.avicola]

It sounds like a great solution from what I have heard.....looking forward to pricing info and pics of course!

 

[Damian]

I though that Fran was going to announce this with as sort of drive train package (motor and trans)? Has that changed?

 

[Alex]

There was some mention of it in that 360 engine post below?

I wonder if they're just developing the housing, or the entire thing? Doing the entire thing seems like it would a company that doesn't specialize in this a crap tonne in r&d & tooling?

 

[Damian]

Am I wrong in thinking that one of the trans guru's on here was working on it with him?

 

[Jack]

Solely an RCR effort to my knowledge. Fran call fill in details.

 

[Fran Hall RCR]

Its actually a team effort...

The transaxle is called a Griffin...and there are lots of options that are going to be available.

More info to come soon...

 

[AdrianBurton]

Better than the Ricardo??????

Details

 

[Fran Hall RCR]

Different..Ricardo tough to beat in many respects......we have a sequential version available too....

 

[AdrianBurton]

Nice to have options, do you have target ratings yet?

 

[Damian]

Funny I just realized that the name of this unit is my companies LOGO !!!! Looks like the stars are stating to line up!!!!:thumbsup:

 

[Fran Hall RCR]

Adrian,

yes..all varieties have ratings...from the base unit of 600hp/500lbft....to the
seven speed 1400hp/1000lb/ft unit...with many incrimental options in between.

Full layout and options , with pricing will be posted next week.

 

[AdrianBurton]

WOW!!!!

Impressive numbers.... ( I ask myself, should I have expected any less????)

Are these straight or helical gears? With syncros or dog boxes???

Just curious

 

[Fran Hall RCR]

Dont be curious...be a customer.

 

[AdrianBurton]

I have one project in the oven then I am coming for one of those SLC's

 

[Fran Hall RCR]

I know you do....

 

[Ray]

Is it also for the RCR40?
Cheers Ray

 

[Fran Hall RCR]

There is a package designed as a shorter option specifically for space challenged cars ..like the GT40...5 speed.

The standard length 5 speed is the same length as a G50 so that will also fit and is a little less expensive than the short box...