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> Downfalls of the 915 mag trans, as opposed to the alum one
echocanyons
post Sep 7 2003, 04:14 PM
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I am thinking about picking up a 915 trans but it is an earlier one (75) that is magnesium not aluminum.
other than strength and wieght what are the disadvantages?
My goal with this will be a sideshift conversion for a higher HP powerplant
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post Sep 7 2003, 04:15 PM
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Dont let the mag case catch fire. 911 perf. handbook does not really go in depth as to the differences/advantages of one or the other. I think it is kinda spendy to convert a 915 box to mid-engine usage..
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post Sep 8 2003, 12:41 AM
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Kelly.. stay away from them. The pinion bearing race has a bad habit of getting loose and spinning in the case. Sooner or later this causes ring and pinion failure. We are starting to see this same problem on the later aluminum cases also...


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post Sep 8 2003, 12:49 AM
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Sound advice guys...

Thanks

BTW Brad I am still obviously searching for a 915 trans suitable for the WEVO conv if you have any leads let me know.
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post Sep 8 2003, 12:53 AM
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Two candidates on EBay less than a day ago. Wait until you see the show box (for the German Autofest)



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