Austin Seven cars, built 1922-1939, used Gleason tooth profiles on the rear axle crown wheel and pinion. We are trying to get a small batch remanufactured for enthusiasts, as the pinion teeth fail in fatigue. I dont know if a modern manufacturer would choose Gleason. Would it be better to specify another gear type, such as Klingenberg, for improved strength, without any compromise? A new CW will only be used with a new pinion, of course. Any advice would be much appreciated!
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I would guess any material and treatment nowadays would be far superior to then. Gleason would argue Gleason & Klingenberg vice versa.
It would depend what machines the gearshop has.
Try shot peening after manufacture, this will bump the fatique rating up
It would depend what machines the gearshop has.
Try shot peening after manufacture, this will bump the fatique rating up
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