What fluid goes in a velvet drive transmission?
Uses oil type: GM Dexron III, Ford Mercon, Daimler-Benz 236.6 or any SAE 10 hydraulic oil that meets Allison Type C3, Caterpillar TO-2 or equivalent specifications. Oil capacity: 5 US quarts (4.9 liters).
Are Velvet drive transmissions any good?
Velvet drives are one of the most reliable, robust and simple transmissions ever built. JI Case used a modified version with an automotive style torque convertor in their backhoe loaders for years.
How do I know what Velvet drive I have?
The identification tag that appears on these Velvet-Drive® transmissions is located on the top of the left-hand transmission mount and contains valuable information concerning the transmission. This information is as follows: a.
What is velvet drive on a boat?
Borg-Warner’s (Velvet Drive’s) integral V-Drive marine transmission is a compact, self-contained unit that helps create extra cargo and cabin space by allowing you to move your engines further aft.
How much does it cost to rebuild a velvet drive transmission?
Between $600 and $1,200 on average, with some gears costing more, depending on the gear. Again, you can ask for an estimate over the phone and if we need to see the gear first, we will not charge you to inspect and quote a price for the rebuild.
How much does a velvet drive transmission weigh?
Product Specifics
| Brand | Velvet Drive |
|---|---|
| Made In | United States |
| Fits | Mechanical Shift |
| Item Weight | 153 lbs |
| Manufacturer | Velvet Drive |
Who makes velvet transmissions?
About Pleasurecraft Engine Group: Pleasurecraft Engine Group, owned by Correct Craft, manufactures five brands, PCM, Crusader, Challenger, Levitator, and Velvet Drive from its headquarters in Little Mountain, South Carolina and remote facility in Liberty, South Carolina.
Does velvet drive have reverse?
Velvet Drive have forward but no reverse.
Do they still make DEXRON III?
All Dexron-III (H) licenses expired permanently at the end of 2011, and GM now supports only Dexron-VI fluids for use in their older automatic transmissions. Aftermarket fluids asserted by their manufacturers to meet Dexron-III(H) and earlier standards continue to be sold under names such as Dex/Merc.