disconnect technical questions

by **ErikSS** » Sat Nov 16, 2013 10:43 pm

Just to clarify, this is for sleeved trucks only, right? Also, do you see it possible to cut the holes in it for an actuator?

by **seantrost** » Sat Nov 16, 2013 10:52 pm

Eric,
this subs the AWD spool in for the disconnect. We will figger out some way to mount the linear actuator up "out of the way" and there is provisions for a zerk fitting, just have to position it again " out of the way. "
Sean

by **Moots1288** » Sat Nov 16, 2013 10:59 pm

Looking good

by **Opeth** » Sat Nov 16, 2013 11:48 pm

That's pretty sweet right there!

by **Moots1288** » Sat Nov 16, 2013 11:48 pm

Are you thinking about putting a couple of gussets around that tube to the flange just cause that cv moves around a good bit

by **seantrost** » Sat Nov 16, 2013 11:54 pm

Moots,
No not really. The tube diameter increased with the bearing size. So the loads are actually reduced from the original housing. We Tigged the tube to the plate on both sides then true it up on the lathe to ensure concentricity.
Pretty sure that unless you are running 48" tires with a blown v12 its gonna do ok.

Sean

by **dvanbramer88** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 1:34 am

That looks beefy. Nice work.

MY Youtube Channel · by **TBYODA** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 1:46 am

Sean, question this new design replaces the outside half of the disconnect right? At least the part you made and have drawing of.

by **ErikSS** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 11:20 am

seantrost wrote:Pretty sure that unless you are running 48" tires with a blown v12 its gonna do ok.
Sean

Dang it! 48's and a blown V12 were in my plans! ugh, I guess I'm gonna have to dial it back some! :finger:

You're terminology confuses me with the word spool. I believe you are refering to the sleeve? The reason I bring it up is because when I hear spool, I think of a lunchbox locker (this would go on the other side of the oil pan). Maybe I'm the only one, but back home with the Michigan Rednecks... that's what we called em. haha

by **v7guy** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 11:59 am

Meh, not even a lunchbox locker is a spool. A spool is both wheels constantly locked no matter what the conditions are.

This appears to be a new outer housing for the disconnect that supports the AWD sleeve a bit better.

If it doesnt change the length of the housing by much it might be an improvement. If it does increase the length you might see more passenger side CVs dying. Time and specs will tell.

Regaurdless, it's really nice to see some new parts and innovation being done.

by **seantrost** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 12:06 pm

v7guy,
overall length is the same as the original housing. only difference is the diameter and load capacity of the bearings and had to change the outer seal.

by **seantrost** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 12:14 pm

TByoda, yes that is correct this will replace the outer housing delete the shift fork and substitute the AWD sleeve in for the disconnect splines.

Eric, I do know however where ya can get that v12 ! LOL
I think the correct terminology is AWD sleeve.
Sean

by **seantrost** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 12:18 pm

Thanks V7guy, we had the capability to do it right. Hopefully this will solve the disco issue.
sean

by **ErikSS** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 12:25 pm

I like it. Good concept. Even IF you find the need for thicker gauge, or gussets, or different bearing... You've certainatly made a large step towards an alternative for the disco! You could stock up on some AWD sleeves and sell it as a kit!

by **seantrost** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 12:35 pm

Erik we may adjust the material for production runs. This one was done as a proof of concept. We are also looking to see if we can get the internal splines cut on blanks for the AWD spool cheaply.
I intend on making sure this works properly before marketing it. But it will be available after that !
Sean

MY Youtube Channel · by **TBYODA** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 1:57 pm

seantrost wrote:Erik we may adjust the material for production runs. This one was done as a proof of concept. We are also looking to see if we can get the internal splines cut on blanks for the AWD spool cheaply.
I intend on making sure this works properly before marketing it. But it will be available after that !
Sean

This is all good stuff, I bet you could get others to help out in the testing phase a if you make few.

by **DirtyBacon04** » Mon Nov 18, 2013 7:38 am

I suppose we wont have any accurate cost/benefit ratio until these are tested in the field. Have you compared the rebuild cost to your current investment yet?

Impressive progress so far! Wish I had those abilities and equipment.

I would offer my vehicle as a tester, however, given this shithole state it wouldn't do it justice... unless your testing it's resistance to mud/water penetration

by **seantrost** » Mon Nov 18, 2013 8:51 pm

DirtyBacon,
shooting for the upgrade to be competitive with a new unit cost wise. (not dealer or advance auto cost)
Right now a spitball swag is the housing will be about 200 bucks more than a AWD Sleeve rebuild with new bearings seals and washers.

sand is a killer of parts, dont sell yourself or state short. lol

Sean

by **seantrost** » Mon Nov 18, 2013 8:58 pm

new seal will be in tommorow and installation will commence shortly after.

Sean

by **ErikSS** » Mon Nov 18, 2013 9:07 pm

Looking good!

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