2 speed transmission

[reefertech]

maybe im just a little lazy today, but cant find any info on a dependable 2 speed tranny for the Chimera. found one 2 speed for sale on ebay that's it. anybody have any thoughts , opinions, experiences, nightmares ect? also would like one for baja 5t but heard nothing but horror stories as far as the one way bearing is concerned.

 

[RampageHopUps]

Demon RC probably just has to update his info. Its the same as the XB 2 speed.

 

[reefertech]

have you used this personally? recommend?

 

[RampageHopUps]

No, I never felt the need for a 2 speed. I have big engines and tuned exhaust.

Its a great sound when it shifts, but even worse sound when it doesn;t.

 

[carp boyz]

No, I never felt the need for a 2 speed. I have big engines and tuned exhaust.Its a great sound when it shifts, but even worse sound when it doesn;t.

sounds like the demon two speeds are known for not shifting then!

 

[RampageHopUps]

I was talking about a Tmaxx actually.

 

[rcgasser]

The shift just fine I have 3 of demon 2 speed and they work just great no problems.

 

[Jonny5]

Dose anyone have any info on when they will be in stock at demonrc.com. according to his homepage he should have had them available like 3-4 weeks ago. I sent an emails to him over a week ago to see if their were any updates but got no response

 

[Ice_2k]

2 speed transmission

Same here, tried multiple ways of getting in touch, no dice. Please post here if you find out anything.

 

[Ice_2k]

I noticed the demon rc website mentions "If your A/B/C/D gears are mounted using the 4 pin setup instead of mounting on the traditional square, your main layshaft will be too short to mount the 2 speed's D gear. You will need the traditional Rampage layshaft (Part#: 50024) and install it before installing the 2 speed.".

Two quick questions about this:

1. How do I find out if I have the "4 pin setup"? I have no idea what that is.

2. Is that part (#50024) a direct fit or are there any other changes required?

 

[RampageHopUps]

Square drive--

or Pin Drive

 

[Ice_2k]

I got it, thanks! But will the layshaft recommended there be a direct fit to my car, if I have the 4-pin setup?

 

[Ildy666]

.....yes......

 

[RampageHopUps]

Yes, the layshaft will fit your car.

 

[Ice_2k]

Thanks guys! Now only if DemonRC would be back in business so I can order one )

 

[Jonny5]

Take the b and c gear off. It their is 4 pins interlocking them u have 4 pin type. If you have a square inside of the 2 gears locking them together you have square type. If u have 4 pins you need to order the lay shaft. If u have square type you need nothing else.

 

[robygon]

How fast can you go with the 2 speed transmission? Or it won't make a significant improvement?

 

[Ice_2k]

It depends on how you gear it... if top speed is your only concern and you're willing to sacrifice your launch, you can go up to 35% faster than your stock gearing (I'm basing my calculations on the Dunerunner gear ratio, it will be different if you have an MT or something else) which, considering a slightly tuned engine (pipe, carb) comes up close to 60mph.

 

[Ildy666]

If u go on demons sight there's a gear calculator. It explains the different ratios

 

[newkidXT]

has anyone gotten ahold of demon RC yet? ive emailed him about 6 times, haha then realized something probably has to be up? seems theres a bunch of people wanting his 2 speed trannys and hes not getting back to anyone?