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constant mesh gearbox — A type of transmission in which all or most of the gears are always in mesh with one another, as opposed to a sliding gear transmission, in which engagement is obtained by sliding some of the gears along a shaft into mesh. In a constant mesh… … Dictionary of automotive terms
sliding-mesh gearbox — An obsolete type of transmission or gearbox in which the gears on the layshaft are fixed to the shaft rigidly, whereas the gears on the main shaft can slide on it by means of splines but are otherwise in permanent rotational mesh with the shaft.… … Dictionary of automotive terms
gearbox — The device in the drivetrain consisting of an input shaft, a system of gears, and an output shaft that multiplies engine torque. A manual transmission consists of a clutch assembly plus a gearbox; and automatic transmission generally consists of… … Dictionary of automotive terms
mesh — to engage, especially gears. The opposite is disengage. Also see constant mesh gearbox metal mesh stainless steel mesh wire mesh … Dictionary of automotive terms
Crash gearbox — A crash gearbox, also known as a crash box, is a transmission type used in old cars, trucks, and other automotive vehicles. It is more properly called a sliding mesh gearbox and has the nickname crash because it is difficult to change gears, so… … Wikipedia
Preselector gearbox — For other uses, see Preselector (disambiguation). Transmission types Manual Sequential manual Non synchronous Preselector Automatic Manumatic Semi automatic … Wikipedia
epicyclic gearbox — A form of gear used by Benz in which small pinions revolve around a central or sun gear and mesh with an outer ring gear called the annulus. Type used in the Ford Model T. Also called planetary gearset planetary transmission and sun and planet… … Dictionary of automotive terms
Honda CB750 — Manufacturer Honda Production 1969–2003, 2007 Class Sport bike or standard … Wikipedia
Mercedes-Benz W125 — Category Grand Prix Constructor Mercedes Benz Designer(s) … Wikipedia
AEC Regent II — The AEC Regent II despite officially being a new type was very similar to the 1929 Regent. The Regent IIs were all documented as being new with the A173 (also known as the 7.7 litre) engine and a four speed sliding mesh gearbox. The only vehicles … Wikipedia
