Re: Auto Manufacturer Plot

[Paul Luevano <prl@ptc.com>]

"Al Powell" <APOWELL@agcom.tamu.edu> says:
>I sez:
>> 
>> > But geez, if I were designing a new engine, I think I would opt for 
>> > parts that didn't have a designed-in "self destruct" well within the 
>> > mileage the car would get in its first 5-6 years of use!!
>
>Then Graydon sez:
>> 
>>       I agree with this basic premise also, so I guess the only logical
>> conclusion is that there must be a better design solution out there that
>> exceeds both chain drives AND timing belt drives. 
>
>
>YES!!!!  it's called  TIMING GEARS.  Had 'em in my 1966 Pontiac GTO - 
>and in my 1964 Chevy.  'Cept they went away with OH cams.
>
>Wonder if it couldn't still be done with an internediate gear????????

	What about a shaft drive?  Just like the ones found on some of those
2-wheeled vehicles?  While probably not as cheap or as easy to design as
a belt or chain, it would be much longer lived (probably as long or
longer as the car).

	Just a though.

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