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gcalent 
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 Topic: Two speed for D17
Posted: 06 Feb 2024 at 11:03am |
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I believe it has been done, I would like to convert the power director clutch to a manual shifted two speed without the clutch discs.Any help would be appreciated
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Posted: 10 Feb 2024 at 7:46am |
My question would be why?
The power director will hold a lot of power and is relatively easy to rebuild. Unless, you are planning very extensive engine modifications, a power director should handle all the power a D-17 engine (gas or diesel) would have.
When pulling, you can leave it in either high or low, which you would have to do with a mechanical two speed.
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Posted: 10 Feb 2024 at 6:56pm |
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Extensive engine mods, I'm no sure the clutch package will hold
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Posted: 12 Feb 2024 at 1:14pm |
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We pulled a D17 diesel IN THE '70'S - two turbos - always started the sled with hand clutch running ATF - bolted up the foot clutch. 7th gear in 5000 class. Unless you are turning over 4000 rpm the PD clutch will not be an issue. Just as with cast iron flywheels - the clutch is cast iron as well. If still have doubt - find a D19 unit - it has 5 plates in the low side 4 high. (and no we could not keep the head gasket sealed )
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Posted: 28 Mar 2024 at 9:45pm |
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Put a D19 PD in it !!!
Been there done that !!!
It is EXACTLY the same design. Just has more clutches.
And you wont loose the ability to shift on the fly.
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