| Re: [GMCnet] New governor assembly for sale [message #326103 is a reply to message #326102] |
Fri, 17 November 2017 09:36   |
James Hupy
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The plastic gears are a fusible link in a power train. When the resistance
to turning gets great enough, they fail, instead of tearing the hell out of
some very expensive and not easy to access other parts inside the
transmission case. That is the reasoning behind the plastic gears.
Jim Hupy
Salem, Or
On Nov 17, 2017 7:26 AM, "Wayne Rogewski" wrote:
> Ill be the first to admit I carry a spare governor gear with me just in
> case. But would it be worth it or feasible to have a run of gears made from
> metal? Like aluminum or steel?
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> There is probably a good reason why GM went with Nylon in the first place,
> but Im just wondering out loud. Seems like some place would be able to cut
> a few thousand or so gears at somewhat of a reasonable price.
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> Sorry if this has already been asked and answered.
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> 77 Royale, Rear Dry Bath. 403, 3.55 Final Drive, Lenzi goodies, Patterson
> carb and dizzy.
> Mid Michigan
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