Chain Drive Forward Reverse Gearbox for Motorcyle Engine Powered Buggy

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  • @patrickhayes3099
    @patrickhayes3099 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was a cranky bugger until you introduced the Heim joints to tension the box. You have my attention now! Continue please.

  • @jetenginethrust863
    @jetenginethrust863 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I put a Yamaha 570cc 2 stroke engine from a 1990 Yamaha Exciter snowmobile in a 1994 Yamaha G4 golf cart with a lift kit & some nice knobby off road tires etc. about 10yrs ago. Crazy fast without a roll cage & no front brakes! YIKES! LOL :-) Lots of fun though. I was surprised the stock rear diff held up just fine. I really like that gearbox though. I just need to freshen up the engine on mine with a new piston & rings kit & fabricate a roll cage & some front brakes. Makes me want to go out in the garage & get back at it, thanks for sharing! Nice build so far, my 1st video of yours, gonna check out the others.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sounds sketchy, I like it!!! 😆 Thank you for watching.

  • @17madracki17
    @17madracki17 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This golf cart build is how I found your channel and gotta say it's the one project I'm most excited to see finished and driving.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too!!!

  • @stevenpelayo9418
    @stevenpelayo9418 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This was one of my favorite videos from you. Your design and fabrication skills are far beyond my capabilities, but I really enjoy learning from you.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow, thanks!!! I am excited to get this thing driveable!!!! Thanks for watching.

  • @AMetalWorks
    @AMetalWorks 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for making this video. Not many people cover the gear box as well as you did. This to me is the make it or break it aspect of a motorcycle powered buggy or car. If you can't go in reverse the thing will get super annoying to drive.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for watching! The gearbox is expensive, but the buggy would be as enjoyable without it. I'd not attempt some trails because I'd be afraid of getting stuck with no way to back up...

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      *wouldn't be as enjoyable without it

  • @caleb.askie711
    @caleb.askie711 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Not just useful, but extremely useful man.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man!!!

  • @jamesvincent5142
    @jamesvincent5142 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really dig the extra touches you put into this build and video. Keep it coming Mule.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! Thank you for watching!!!

  • @Buck1954
    @Buck1954 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A well thought out plan. Like the tension adjusters.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks!!! More to come.

    • @James-y3y3f
      @James-y3y3f ปีที่แล้ว

      Very well done he is a master of his ability for modification

  • @CLAIDLOW1
    @CLAIDLOW1 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Ok now you gave me some good ideas on how to make my cross-cart thanks..

    • @gsxr600rafii
      @gsxr600rafii 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Exactly I want to do a Hayabusa powered cross cart.

  • @boltonky
    @boltonky 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Smiles all round, and like the gearbox...Just sad RPM doesn't have a better website or updated as the fab is wicked and sure they get lots of work but its 2019 you have to keep up with the online market

  • @MindStork
    @MindStork 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You are a master fabricator!
    Also your video making is getting alot better at a fast pace, keep up the great work!

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!! Never stop learning, right?? I'm taking in the feedback I get and am trying to up my game with every video. Thank you for watching!!

  • @martinlaird67
    @martinlaird67 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a phenomenal job geez you always impress us with your abilities and quality workmanship this channel is at the top of my watchlist,Can't get enough, good job ML

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, that is an incredible complement!! Thank you for watching.

  • @hammerT2997
    @hammerT2997 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Super excited to see this thing done. Awesome work brother

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!! I am super excited to drive it!!!

  • @rogerfrancis65
    @rogerfrancis65 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent little gearbox, I like the simplicity of the adjustment to line the sprockets up, nice.

  • @isaacitllbefine7231
    @isaacitllbefine7231 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks for the video. That is a impressive gear box and i need one bad. Ill be checking them out.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wow!! I got a comment from Ike!!! Huge fan of you guys!!! Thank you for watching one of my videos!! Next time you come to Oregon, gambler 100 mini bike race, I'm gonna try and find you to say Hi, and get a pic with you guys.....

  • @danielvrana9444
    @danielvrana9444 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Letting you know I just called to get one for a 1300 Hayabusa. I did tell them I saw the trans on Moto-Mule.
    Hope it helps I hope I get a discount lol. He’s doing some planning to handle the power I’m wanting to push. It’s down to the tire size now.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry man, I have no "IN" with RPM.... I just liked the product. Enjoy!! Thanks for watching!

    • @danielvrana9444
      @danielvrana9444 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well maybe you will??? I buy one trans maybe they might sponsor you posts??? Good luck 🍀👍🏻

  • @robsutherland9284
    @robsutherland9284 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    loved the episode! I've been looking for info on reverse gearboxes. Your fabrication work is on a level of its own, super impressive. I like the new music loops too, much better.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!! I'm learning!!! Thank for watching.

  • @stevedavis9256
    @stevedavis9256 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Your fab work is incredible! I look forward to the next video👍

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!! Thanks for watching.

  • @trinkladd
    @trinkladd 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Set up an adjustment like a car uses to adjust the belts on alternators. Screw adjusts through a pivot pin then a nut tightens it up to keep the screw from backing out. Would be easy to do on your set up. Would also help to brace it

  • @1silvervespa
    @1silvervespa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Make a chain box to keep it clean.
    You can add a lexan window to watch for wear and slack.
    It really extends chain life .

    • @motomule
      @motomule  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good idea!!!

  • @jeremypennington
    @jeremypennington 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just found your channel, I'm enjoying seeing all the different kinds of creative processes going on! Keep it up, you got a new subscriber.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!! More to come. Thanks for watching!!

  • @alexgoldstein7553
    @alexgoldstein7553 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sweet go cart! That thing is an ideal woods rig!

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's a little wide for the trails we have here, but it will be perfect in the wide open sand dunes!! 😎

  • @krakenking1597
    @krakenking1597 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looking good, well done on the script, and explanation of what you were doing. Man i love your shop!

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks!!! I love my shop too!!! It's been my life's work putting it together. Now to just crank out some cool projects!!!! Thanks for watching.

    • @krakenking1597
      @krakenking1597 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for replying!

  • @Self.reliant
    @Self.reliant 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's a great point about heat in the chain something I've never giving much thought to

  • @slv4421
    @slv4421 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well done ! i think this is the best set up i've seen with this type of RPM gear box, this was my first choice but I wanted to have 4x4. so i went for the maverick x3 gear box and adapted a sprocket instead of the clutch, so now I have reverse, HI - LO and 4x4. there are a ton of spare parts online for it and i run can am maverick axles.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sounds like an awesome setup!!! I just picked up a RZR transmission from a parted out XP900. Very similar to your X3 setup. Saving it for a future project.... Thanks for watching!!!

    • @NVMDSTEvil
      @NVMDSTEvil 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@motomule What kind of cost are the RPM boxes? i've been looking for one for a while but most are too expensive for their rated HP. Might be interesting to run a shaft drive from the bike motor to the gearbox then it can be used as a drop box to run in 4wd. Also been thinking of doing the same thing using a manual transmission from a FWD car, just rotated 90 degrees. so CV outputs run front to back.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NVMDSTEvil the RPM box is expensive, about $2500. It is a very well built unit however.. Thanks for watching!!

  • @2pi628
    @2pi628 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    *Critique*
    The turnbuckle braces provide close to zero lateral support. Having them attach at a 45 degree angle would help remove both torsional and lateral stresses on the gear box.
    ^perhaps unnecessary, but you did say that RPM did require support.

  • @dandahermitseals5582
    @dandahermitseals5582 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice work. Like. To. See the finished product in action. I would. Like to have that build in a Sprite mk--2

  • @killacoiler1707
    @killacoiler1707 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am in the design stages of some dual-purpose machines and the forward-reverse aspect of the build had me slightly perplexed so this was super informative. I think that gearbox would be overkill for the small buggies I am going to build my grandsons, as they will be using pit bike engines, but for the big buggies that my sons and I plan to build this will be perfect providing it isn't 2/3rds the cost of my budget Lol! I have seen some other brand gearboxes going for nearly 3k. I can transplant a complete FWD drivetrain into it for that kind of money. Thanks for sharing and I wish I had your shop and tools LOL!

  • @gafrers
    @gafrers 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great product, great explanation, great video. Keep up the great work.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you, and thanks for watching!!!

  • @kirkgeahlen5532
    @kirkgeahlen5532 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice vid👍Is there a limit as to how far you can cant/tilt the gearbox?As you know,the more you tilt it,the oil level at the sightglass will change.....

  • @johndeerman2105
    @johndeerman2105 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very well done video. You explained things very clearly and what you are doing is very well thought out.
    Thanks ✌

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching!!

  • @twinturbotaj
    @twinturbotaj 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome, I've been looking for / researching reverse boxes similar to this for years, wishing there were new more inexpensive alternatives developed.

    • @twinturbotaj
      @twinturbotaj 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      $2,500 for these boxes includes US shipping, no LSD available for this but he has built custom LSD units for customers in the past..

    • @randynason2822
      @randynason2822 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      www.transworks.biz/minidiff.html

    • @dandahermitseals5582
      @dandahermitseals5582 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You''re re inventing the wheel. These gear boxes have been layng. Around over 50 years. All u need is the gearbox from an Alpine twin track work sled by Skidoo. You're all too young to know. Haha

    • @SikSwanger
      @SikSwanger 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dandahermit Seals I disagree, a skidoo box won’t handle all the load that goes through it, so much more force plus extra weight that goes through the boxes when you use it for offroad application then being on snow.

  • @peshaddock
    @peshaddock 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great work! Why not mount the breather filter upside down with a loop of hose extending a few inches higher than the actual filter? As it sits if the filter gets dirty (imagine that) and debris enters the hose it will be directed directly into the gearbox by gravity. With a loop higher than the filter any debris must defy gravity to enter the hose and fall into the gearbox. I'm assuming the "breathing" of the gearbox is very gradual as it heats or cools and there is no significant air velocity to factor in. And of course, when things break (they often do) having that little loop higher than the (now tossed down the trail) filter eliminates purchasing another $3,500 gearbox. Oh, and don't forget water. It goes downhill, generally. Cheers!!

    • @motomule
      @motomule  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good idea!! I'll try to address that. Thanks.

  • @nicolec7290
    @nicolec7290 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good work on the cradle

    • @motomule
      @motomule  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks!!!

  • @caribeivan
    @caribeivan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Buen día a gracias seńor por compartir su gran trabajo ,me suscribo estoy suscrito éxito siempre

  • @curvs4me
    @curvs4me 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome creation! I came, I learned, and now have a reverse solution. Speaking of filling with oil, that dry hardened nut shrieking in the lathe getting drilled out made me and my drill dr cringe. Stay sharp a lot longer with a touch of oil to keep the heat down.

  • @denniselefante2434
    @denniselefante2434 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this gearbox answer all of my problems
    thanks man
    great works

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!!

  • @mauriciogianotti8039
    @mauriciogianotti8039 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good teacher , i like the way you explain

  • @AzOm606
    @AzOm606 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This would be perfect for my street bike engine in my vw bug

  • @jeremyl1483
    @jeremyl1483 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your very informative and helpful I would love to have the tools and time for building things like you have built I usually have to start with something that someone else has built and fix it to what I want with all the wrong tools lol I really do enjoy your videos keep them coming

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I wish I had more time to work on fun stuff like this. Thanks for watching!!

  • @johnkennedy6621
    @johnkennedy6621 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love your explanation, sir! How do I get this reverse gearbox am from Nigeria. I will be very grateful if you can assist me on how to get it

  • @sandman900rr
    @sandman900rr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'll tell you right now MR. Your days of chains stretching to death are over.. mine needed one adjustment .. were running nearly identical packages. blackbird 19/22 rpm 5.4:1 mine 1800 lbs though

    • @motomule
      @motomule  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is good news!!!! Gotta get this thing back in the shop and finish it!!

    • @sandman900rr
      @sandman900rr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It'll blow your mind how much this engine responds to 2lbs of boost

  • @CapablePimento
    @CapablePimento 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have an RPM box on my buggy, and I'll bet your pinch bolts will be enough. better than any of my 3 iterations, although the last one finally held.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good to know, thank you!! Thanks for watching!!!

  • @tazyt3388
    @tazyt3388 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great unit mate it'll do the job perfectly I made my box outa an quad bottom end works awsum the chain is noisy so made a shroud to keep sound down ,lookin 4ward to you driving the monster mate cheers

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!! I can't wait to drive it!!!!

    • @tazyt3388
      @tazyt3388 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@motomule I reckon youl have a sore face from grinning like a kid mate good luck with the final stages of the build cheers

  • @dcherron1487
    @dcherron1487 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looking to Hayabusa swap my Mini Cooper and had no idea how to overcome this but there's still hope

  • @evanlewis2095
    @evanlewis2095 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That things going to be a beast I wish I had the tools and space you have

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hope it's a beast, can't wait to actually drive it.... Thank you for watching.

    • @evanlewis2095
      @evanlewis2095 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@motomule I'm a crackhead for this stuff I love learning new ways to put myself in danger lol I'm in my back yard with a hand full of tools

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@evanlewis2095 Nice!! I have a friend that has a TH-cam channel called Dirt Garage. If you haven't seen his channel yet, go check it out. He does everything in his yard too. Pretty cool. I've been collecting tools for over 30 years, everyone I have a few extra bucks I tuck it away for tools.. It's my "drug" addiction... 😆

    • @evanlewis2095
      @evanlewis2095 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@motomule I'm always love oooh I have tools must be nice lol I'm just jelly keep up the good work and I'll keep absorbing as much as I can

  • @RubenRodriguez-ul6cv
    @RubenRodriguez-ul6cv ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi , I’m so glad I saw your video. Very good explanation of how this gear box works and how to install it . Thanks a lot. Will this work on an old Vw Baja bug or Vw dune buggy with a Suzuki Hayabusa engine?

  • @Ratkill9000
    @Ratkill9000 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Now if only the RPM boxes weren't so freakin expensive and unobtainable to the average builder.

    • @CapablePimento
      @CapablePimento 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      mine came on an x-rail. Might want to do an occasional search for a used one

    • @4486xxdawson
      @4486xxdawson 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I went to the link and didnt show a price so that tells me to expensive to list a price , i bought a complete buggy with a reverse gear box for 700 bucks everything works but the chineezium motor smoked like a hooker on a friday night so dropping a gs 750 in it , hope the gearbox can handle it ....

    • @AquatechnicLive
      @AquatechnicLive 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@4486xxdawsonI inquired about one for my project and they quoted $2200

  • @markssmallengines3542
    @markssmallengines3542 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's a fantastic gear box and you have set it up awesome 👍 I seen your rpm link and the rear caliper an disc brake set up is a good idea but looks a bit small if it has weight an high up running through it but I'd imagine they'd have different grades for the buyers to choose from. You buggy is coming along real nice and built tough. Take care Mark.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!! I have brakes on each wheel, so I didn't consider the one mounted to the gearbox. It would add a little weight up high, but it would also remove unsprung weight which could be a bigger gain??? Thank you for watching!!

    • @Mardy72
      @Mardy72 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The brake on the gearbox could be used for a parking brake....just a thought.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Mardy72 very true and a great idea. Thanks!!!

  • @TheBudman302
    @TheBudman302 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Smashed the like button as always. Keep up the awesome work.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!!!!

  • @jaybyrd1935
    @jaybyrd1935 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ok this is what I’m looking for to power my vw bug with my GSXR 1000 motor that’s awesome!

  • @armandovalencia9417
    @armandovalencia9417 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you please make a video of how you make the switching mechanism between the Forward Reverse 0n your gearbox to the pedal and does it have a Neutral and Park? Thank you.

  • @KowboyUSA
    @KowboyUSA 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks like a well thought out quality product.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It is very well built.

  • @huntermcfish
    @huntermcfish 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Should have the pivot point axis as close to centered on the output shaft as possible in order to keep forces down. Landings and rough terrain will have a negative affect and I assume rear suspension will come into play with its physics as well.

  • @misterfixit1952
    @misterfixit1952 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice mounting bracket. What about oil in the gearbox? Is it OK to have the gearbox tipped at that angle assuming that their logo is the zero plane/angle? All the oil would collect into the output portion of the drive with no oil in the input gears.

  • @metalman065
    @metalman065 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I Love your videos, love watching you do things, you've got all the rite toold to Do just about anything you need.. keep up the good work, looking forward to seeing it roll. Thanks

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for watching!!!! So close to being able to drive it....

  • @craigmonteforte1478
    @craigmonteforte1478 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very Awesome Video ! Thanks for all the information and well narrated explanations my first time on your channel but i will watch more especially on that Buggy build that sounds pretty cool to me

    • @motomule
      @motomule  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks!! I plan to get back to work on that buggy here soon. The weather is finally starting to improve!!!

  • @bolwinklemoose1999
    @bolwinklemoose1999 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did the gearbox come with the oil level check window, or did you install it? If it came installed by the factory, does the factory have a prescribed orientation for the gearbox for proper check window orientation and proper oil function? If you intalled the check window, how did you determine where to put it? When tilting the gearbox to adjust chain tension, won't that change the orientation of the check window? What orientation will the buggy need to be in, in order for the gearbox to be in the oroper orientation to check the oil level?

  • @TheCidiot
    @TheCidiot ปีที่แล้ว

    Really cool build, but it looks like there is a ton of slop in the gearbox. Do you get a lot of driveline lash? I'm considering buying one of these for a crosskart I am building.

  • @carmelpule6954
    @carmelpule6954 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The arrangement at 17:40 is fine to trim the drive chain but it is not an anti-twist structure as the extension bolts and the sheet metal work will flex vertically if the gearbox twists. Some higher thinking is required to make an anti-twist structure to aid that gearbox but most probably the gearbox alone can take what punishment it is offered.

    • @ianparr5899
      @ianparr5899 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agree, and needs a diagonal (or 2) to resist twist. (think airplane fuselage, or wing, construction.).. so use turnbuckle to adjust chain tension only. (only needs a lightweight unit). Also use a riveted link chain as split link is a point of failure in anything over about 50hp. (ask me how I know).hehe

  • @johnconnor4594
    @johnconnor4594 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very informative video 👍

  • @acd2505
    @acd2505 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video liked and subscribed. Awesome skills!

    • @motomule
      @motomule  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you

  • @rollandtrann679
    @rollandtrann679 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi! I don't know much about transmissions and all that, but, if you've ever heard of the 2005-2016 show Lights Motor Action in Disney Hollywood Studios they show that they have a special transmission that allows them to have 4 forward gears and 4 reverse gears by the turn of their stick shift. Is that basically how this works?
    They're Hayabusa 1300 swapped 150hp rally cars btw lol :)

    • @motomule
      @motomule  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Probably something similar. Sound like fun cars!!!

    • @rollandtrann679
      @rollandtrann679 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@motomule They definitely are fun cars! only 1300lbs and Mid Engined, with 4 wheel to 2 wheel option drive, (they usually used 2 in the show) but yeah, the show still runs in Paris atleast as Moteurs Action!

  • @fearnobeer9077
    @fearnobeer9077 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    first vid of yours iv'e seen , subbed,looking at a similar thing for my mini moke CBR 1100 engine swap, cheers from Australia

    • @motomule
      @motomule  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!!

  • @kendesign3622
    @kendesign3622 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great explanation on the RPM Gearbox. I've used them on 3 different builds in the past and your tensioner/ this b$*tch ain't going nowhere mount looks great. On one of the builds I added a small flex plate off a 22hp Honda v twin to the input shaft and used a starter motor off of John deere tractor, It worked great. Keep up the awesome work man!!!

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!! This is my first time using one of these boxes, it sure appears to be well built. I can't wait to actually use it!!! Thanks for watching.

  • @josebelismelis2450
    @josebelismelis2450 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Top video I like your skill very professional

  • @tedstyle3798
    @tedstyle3798 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    awesome welding bro

  • @sethmurphy531
    @sethmurphy531 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Would a belt instead of a chain keep the heat down a little better? Maybe that could be a back up plan

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not sure??? I'm hoping this setup proves itself... Thank you for watching!!!

  • @DIYMOTORSPORT
    @DIYMOTORSPORT 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That things awesome!! Can’t wait!

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me neither!!! Then we can get work on toddler beds!!!

    • @DIYMOTORSPORT
      @DIYMOTORSPORT 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes sir!!

  • @Profabdesigns
    @Profabdesigns ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hi, Pls take this with a grain of salt. I am a Mfg engineer and have been a CNC Machinist 42 yrs sooo, some of the designs of the Gearbox is redundant. Using a cast gearbox is risky at best. You have a CNC Mill in the background, make billet one. I do like the box brackets, but you could have easily incorporated the Hyme joint supports into them. The drilled nuts welded to hyme supports weakens the struts and two milled flats would have done the trick. over engineering just adds weight, and mass. Just my .02 cents.

  • @whendeathdeclareswar7458
    @whendeathdeclareswar7458 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful welds.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!!!

  • @leveltate
    @leveltate 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    On the other side you can add a small alternator on shaft from your gearbox for back up battery, just an idea..

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cool idea. Thanks for watching!!!

    • @plkracer
      @plkracer 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@motomule I have pictures of my RPM with an alternator on the FB group, if you go that route.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@plkracer I will check that out, thanks!!

  • @julioeureste3879
    @julioeureste3879 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sounds crazy but could I use this set up to power my 1991 Toyota fwd celica?

    • @motomule
      @motomule  ปีที่แล้ว

      Probably not, it has no differential, it would be crazy hard to steer....

  • @troycrowder9942
    @troycrowder9942 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    hey great work very helpful video i have been building for a while now and that is one of the best setups i have seen yet i am sure it will get some attention very nice

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!! I can't wait try it out. Thanks for watching!!!

  • @brettfoster6786
    @brettfoster6786 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent fab work . I wonder if that set up would be enough to power my baja bug ? I have 25K in. I Hate the VW motor . over heating . 2332cc . yes 930 cv ?

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not sure?? Yes, 930 CV's.
      Have you seen this bug??: th-cam.com/video/_uxUB9h4A_k/w-d-xo.html

    • @justins.1283
      @justins.1283 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have seen people adapting outboard engine V-6 powerheads to VW transaxles. Then using an electric water pump and small aftermarket radiators with electric fans.

  • @dfpguitar
    @dfpguitar 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    what's it like driving without a diff?
    I know go karts deal with it by the nearside rear wheel slightly lifting off the ground in corners.
    But with on a buggy with suspension, that nearside wheel is going to be pretty glued to the ground.

    • @jameskovalik6142
      @jameskovalik6142 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      dfpguitar I’d assume just lots of oversteer

    • @ufoxfox4352
      @ufoxfox4352 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The diff has fuck all got to do with ns wheel lifting that's shocks an chassis ,lock diff just drives both wheels all the time same as each other, open diff naer side wheel wen in a turn rotates less than outside wheel = SLIP DIFF, ,on a lock diff it causes oversteer easier AS the inside wheel is spinning in correspondence with outer wheel travelling furter ,likely causing regular oversteer in tighter corners using a fully locked diff car , LIMIT SLIP diff is best of both worlds ,easier to live with ie tyres an predictability so is more fun, trust me,

  • @macbirt56
    @macbirt56 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can I suggest that you pick up a geometric die head for your lathe? It's not an outrageously expensive tool but it will significantly improve your tapping of parts on the lathe, you can still use the current method for viewers and do it yourselfers. But as a retired machine shop supervisor, watching hand tapping is like hearing fingernails on a chalkboard for me. 😂

  • @xod7861
    @xod7861 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Be nice to have a shop with all this euipme t.makes everything so much easier

  • @danspiro231
    @danspiro231 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you switch to reverse in the seat ?? Great Fab

  • @nobrakes425
    @nobrakes425 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Think this will handle the stress of being turned sideways to be sending the output shafts longitudinal instead of transverse.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you were using it to feed differentials, that would lower the stress that this would see, because of the gear reduction past it. So, yes.

    • @nobrakes425
      @nobrakes425 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome I've also been thinking about getting 3 rear differentials (preferably) so I can CV shafts as drive shafts to a front and rear differential with cvs going from those to the wheels. Also thinking maybe could get a axle and run it sideways with cut down housings to differentials w/Cvs to wheels but that's alot of weight and I'm not sure how to work out the hearing I'd need in the center diff that goes the output shaft of the motor where a sprocket would normally by

    • @nobrakes425
      @nobrakes425 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Also I ideally would like to use a 250 cc engine I have laying around but I'm just not sure its feasible with all that rotating mass of 6 CV shafts and 3 differentials but also I think itd only be feasible this way cause I can adjust the gearing to whatever i need by changing out the center diff or the gear sets inside if i cant find a diff the correct ratio. The 250 also has a 4 speed transition on it. It is from a cheap quad

  • @bandito1922
    @bandito1922 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love the fab work! Would it be overkill to add a spacer between those tensioner heim joints and use one long bolt to make them double shear at each end? Just thinking out loud while watching.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I could do that up front on the motor mount side because those holes are in alignment. I screwed up on the rear ones, they don't quite line up with each other.... Thank you for watching and offering constructive criticism!!!!

  • @cybermavrik
    @cybermavrik 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You going to have that chain cryogenically tempered... Lots of Sawmills are doing that now

    • @motomule
      @motomule  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Had not heard of that, sounds pretty cool.

  • @michaelteeple8704
    @michaelteeple8704 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Anyone who has a budget buggy and wants reverse just for tight spots I suggest an old ford starter rigged to the axle. It works ok for short durations.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's a great idea. If you have a video showing that setup, feel free to add a link to it here. Thanks for watching!!

  • @louisedwards6681
    @louisedwards6681 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of my favorite girlfriends was a stainglass artest and I never seen a stainglass cutting machine and lead came strcher or anything else about stained glass I was fasanated with those tools , BUT WHEN She saw my Tap and die set ,and how to cut thread and make nuts and bolts ,she went crazy and we built a revolving stainglass door ,it cost us over $700 back then ,but we never had a prictcal use for it ,we broke up and she draged it away when she left it's probably in athousond prices by now 🏁

  • @johndeerman2105
    @johndeerman2105 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have garage envy. You have some great tools. 😁✌

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! I've been collecting tools for over 30 years... Thanks for watching.

  • @whatupg1
    @whatupg1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    New sub mate, from Sydney, Australia. Love your work!

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching!!

  • @masonrenucci6342
    @masonrenucci6342 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job project is looking awesome

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks!!

  • @captkurk357
    @captkurk357 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow exactly what I'm looking for🤯. Nice awesome build 👍

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks!!! Thanks for watching!!

  • @jaybyrd1935
    @jaybyrd1935 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh if I only had the cad setup, I can only imagine how much that bracket would cost for a machine shop to make 🥴. Anyway brilliant design Mike, I can almost picture how to mount the gear box, I just first have to figure out how I’m mounting the motor 🤔. I don’t want my motor in the back seat lol!

  • @danrasmussen4125
    @danrasmussen4125 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So what stops you from twisting the box when you tighten the turn buckles to diffrent tensions dino how to explain it beller

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'll need to move both turnbuckles together, you are correct, if not careful you could twist the box with the turnbuckles. Thanks for watching.

  • @bobg3034
    @bobg3034 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice Work!

  • @harryburford6629
    @harryburford6629 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    ever thought of using moreys for your r p m gearbox its very good

  • @oldschool1993
    @oldschool1993 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your pivot should be around the centerline of the axle. Your adjusters don't allow you to shorten enough to change the chain. So how do you shift from forward to reverse?

  • @SikSwanger
    @SikSwanger 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great box! Iv just installed one into my buggy.

    • @kennywest9626
      @kennywest9626 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cost?

    • @SikSwanger
      @SikSwanger 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      kenny west $2,700 au i paid for it.
      You can pick them up for about $2000 US.

    • @kennywest9626
      @kennywest9626 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SikSwanger how heavy can my buggy be?

    • @SikSwanger
      @SikSwanger 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      kenny west I’m not sure to honest, my buggy weight is about 450kgs i think that is about 990 pounds.
      Some guys buggies are twice the weight of my car and using the rpm boxes.

  • @boonedocker3131
    @boonedocker3131 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice Job! looks solid! Do you have the cadd files you used?

  • @iaalaska
    @iaalaska 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would it make sense to add a splined spacer that bolts to the gear? It looks like that thin gear is going to wear that shaft pretty fast.

    • @plkracer
      @plkracer 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The shaft is as hard as a standard motorcycle counter shaft. I believe the sprockets are a bit softer (they show more wear). I have over 150 hours on my RPM box without significant spline wear. I'm also running close to 200hp in a 1300 lb car.

    • @iaalaska
      @iaalaska 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@plkracer It's your project, but if I saw wear after only 150 hours, I would be concerned. I know that XR650's have issues with gear and spline wear, which utilizes a similar sized gear. Good luck with the project. Looks nice.

  • @btuncelzork
    @btuncelzork 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hell yeah brother, most excellent.

  • @unaverageproductions
    @unaverageproductions 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video! Do you know the thread/fitting size for the breather? Thanks!

    • @motomule
      @motomule  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think it is just 5/16 hose fitting. Thanks!!

  • @montycrain5783
    @montycrain5783 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Would be cool on a Hayabusa powered Austin Mini.

    • @motomule
      @motomule  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Indeed!!!

    • @jameskovalik6142
      @jameskovalik6142 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Now imagine that Mini going in reverse in 6th gear pinned😂😂

  • @MGSnake100
    @MGSnake100 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Could this gearbox be optimized for use with a Honda Valkyrie engine since the Valkyrie is a shaft driven bike?

    • @motomule
      @motomule  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don't think so, it's designed for chain drive setups.

    • @MGSnake100
      @MGSnake100 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@motomule Dang, that sucks but I appreciate the quick response. Thanks man, great content!