| Re: [GMCnet] New governor assembly for sale [message #326104 is a reply to message #326102] |
Fri, 17 November 2017 09:40   |
emerystora
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The nylon gear is made of self lubricating nylon. It will wear much less than steel or aluminum. If you were to substitute a metal gear it would likely fail soon.
Emery Stora
77 Kingsley
Frederick, CO
> On Nov 17, 2017, at 8:25 AM, Wayne Rogewski wrote:
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> 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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> Mid Michigan
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