Appropriate Improvements
“Resto moding” a gearbox is not the same as a simple rebuild. While it might involve reusing some key components and even go back into […]
Month: October 2018
How to Upgrade a Classic
If you are a fan of auto fix up shows, you are very familiar with the term “resto mod.” If it is a new term […]
Is it Worth Upgrading?
Unlike the vintage car market, it is tough to decide if a particular gearbox is worthy of the “resto mod” treatment. We will get […]
Thinking INSIDE the Box
Is the world ready for a reality show about a gearbox repair shop? They seem to be running out of real estate-flipping ideas — at […]
Where to Next?
We have devoted this year to going over fundamentals of gear and gearbox design and manufacture. Before we move on to other topics, I would […]
Repairing Gears
Deadlines and budgets do not always allow for “first class” gearbox rebuilds. The challenge for rebuild shops is to find the fastest and most economical […]
Necessity as the Mother of Invention
When you offer rebuilding services to heavy industry, you have to get creative sometimes. Breakdowns are never fun and when irreplaceable machines that are a […]