How much does it cost to rebuild a velvet transmission?
What is the cost? Between $600 and $1,200 on average, with some gears costing more, depending on the gear. Again, you can ask for an estimate over the phone and if we need to see the gear first, we will not charge you to inspect and quote a price for the rebuild.
How much oil does a Velvet Drive hold?
Oil capacity: 5 US quarts (4.9 liters). Some high performance applications may result in foaming and leakage from transmission’s vent. Under these circumstances, Velvet-Drive suggest using oils meeting Allison Type C3 or Caterpillar TO-2 specifications.
What is a Borg Warner velvet drive?
Borg-Warner’s (Velvet Drive’s) integral V-Drive marine transmission is a compact, self-contained unit that helps create extra cargo and cabin space by allowing you to move your engines further aft. Because the V-Drive requires no universal joints, a potentially costly maintenance item is completely eliminated.
How do I know if my transmission is velvet?
The identification tag that appears on these Velvet-Drive® transmissions is located on the top of the left-hand transmission mount and contains valuable information concerning the transmission.
Does Borg Warner still make transmissions?
We developed and introduced the world’s first high volume series production dual clutch module for automotive transmissions more than ten years ago. Today we produce over 800 thousand units annually, supporting the widest range of vehicle applications in the in the segment.
Who makes velvet transmissions?
About Pleasurecraft Engine Group: Pleasurecraft Engine Group, owned by Correct Craft, manufactures five brands, PCM, Crusader, Challenger, Levitator, and Velvet Drive from its headquarters in Little Mountain, South Carolina and remote facility in Liberty, South Carolina.
How much does it cost to rebuild a marine transmission?
Between $600 and $1,200 on average, with some gears costing more, depending on the gear. Again, you can ask for an estimate over the phone and if we need to see the gear first, we will not charge you to inspect and quote a price for the rebuild.
Are Velvet drive transmissions any good?
Velvet drives are one of the most reliable, robust and simple transmissions ever built. JI Case used a modified version with an automotive style torque convertor in their backhoe loaders for years. Paragon is good, but parts are getting harder to get, and I personally think they are not as robust.
What happened to BorgWarner?
The steady if unspectacular growth experienced by Borg-Warner was interrupted in 1986 when the company went private through a leveraged buyout. Faced with a large debt load, the corporation sold most of its diversified operations and returned to its core business of automotive parts manufacturing.
How do I know if I have a T10 transmission?
Look for casting identification on the transmission casing. According to Drivetrain.com, the “T10” designation and the code, “13-04,” is sometimes cast on the transmission housing. Count the cross-grooves on the input shaft. The input shaft enters the engine at the front of the transmission.