I have the opportunity to buy a brand new M1 transaxle.
Just wondering what it would take to convert it for use in a pantera (other that flipping the ringgear)
Would it make sense or is too much involved?
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Kristian,
See previous thread with photo's; there's a bit more to it than simply flipping the ring gear, but all parts available.
The ZF case is ribbed and stronger, plus you'd get the CV axle output shafts and the M1 has oil cooling if you retain the rear cover.
http://pantera.infopop.cc/eve/...0045562/m/4981072156
With your application and the fact you are using a dry sump, you could investigate retaining it in the current orientation and lowering the motor for an overall lower center of gravity?
Julian
See previous thread with photo's; there's a bit more to it than simply flipping the ring gear, but all parts available.
The ZF case is ribbed and stronger, plus you'd get the CV axle output shafts and the M1 has oil cooling if you retain the rear cover.
http://pantera.infopop.cc/eve/...0045562/m/4981072156
With your application and the fact you are using a dry sump, you could investigate retaining it in the current orientation and lowering the motor for an overall lower center of gravity?
Julian
Yes, I looked at that thread earlier. I think that with the transaxle in the mangusta/M1 orientation there will be issues with frame clearance around the bellhousing and the shifter box.
But, worth looking into.
But, worth looking into.
The M1 main shaft is way thinner (weaker) than the Pantera main shaft. It also has a different pattern for the clutch disc.
yes, I too was told by others that the M1 transaxle is too weak and not worth the conversion.
So, I guess it's a dead project .-)
So, I guess it's a dead project .-)
The M-1 main gearcase is heavier and stronger due to the extra bracing, and the mainshaft & countershaft plus the bearings are all larger in OD. That's why we can't retrofit early gearing into the late box (or vice-versa) without machining. Never heard that the M-1 was weaker; here in the U.S, they are called 'super-ZF's. I think this is a Lloyd Butfoy question but probably not important unless maybe you are vintage racing.