2 speed tranny question

[Cupooterluvr]

http://www.rccartips.com/rc-transmission-trucks.htm

From the site:

"TIP OF THE DAY - 2 SPEED TRANSMISSION TECHNOLOGY
Q: How does a 2-speed system, work . i have a st-15 from
towerhobbies and i wanted to buy the 2 peed upgrade but i am
curious how it works.
Nicholas Narine

A: Thanks for writing Nicholas. There are two basic design for
2-speed transmission, but both work on the same principle of
centrifugal force. As the motor shaft turns faster (i.e. higher
rpm), there are mechanisms that extend outward, pressing against
and engaging the second gear.

The first design, which I think is the best, is the one by Serpent.
It uses a system similar to a clutch, where the clutch shoes are
forced outwards, and pressures itself onto the second gear.
This engages the second gear. It's hard to explain in words.
Fortunately there are good pictures at:

http://www.mytsn.com/publ/publ.asp?sn=2&pid=6908&exp=90

The second design, which I have in my OFNA and Neo Gas
Touring cars, uses a small metal which extends outwards during
high rpms (revolutions per minute) and "hooks" itself onto the
second gear. I personally do not like this design and prefer the
"clutch shoe" type 2-speed transmission technology.

Hope this helps.

Joel"

 

[SkyMaxx]

That was going to be the location I referred you to had you given a response that you needed that kind of detail. It is interesting to note that the only detail my initial answer to your question that was not covered, was the mechanism that engages the second gear...

At any rate, if you are happy with that answer...so be it.

 

[Cupooterluvr]

Uh, well, that was the whole point of the thread, how it engages the second gear.

But I ramble on and on for no reason.

 

[SkyMaxx]

Uh, well, that was the whole point of the thread, how it engages the second gear.

But I ramble on and on for no reason.

Then next time ask that question vice the shotgun question of how does this work....and yes, you do.

Enjoy the rest of your time on the site...