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09-23-2014, 09:07 PM
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Looking for he - removing Velvet drive installing Bravo
Installing a 454 that has a Velvet drive transmission that I am removing and changing to a Bravo drive. If I am correct I will need the flywheel, bellhousing, coupler, and starter ?? Not sure what or if I am missing something. Any input would be greatly appreciated. I would be interested if there are any parts available. The Velvet drive is available as well. Any input would be greatly appreciated - thanks in advance !!
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09-23-2014, 10:14 PM
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You do not need the flywheel, just bolt up the coupling to the one you have.
What model velvet drive, I may have some parts to trade you
What model velvet drive, I may have some parts to trade you
09-24-2014, 06:50 AM
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Thanks for the help - the Velvet drive tag reads: Model 10-18-006 1.91:1 ratio
Since I can't use any of the parts from the drive I'll leave the starter, bellhousing, etc. on it if that helps
Let me know, thank you !!
Since I can't use any of the parts from the drive I'll leave the starter, bellhousing, etc. on it if that helps
Let me know, thank you !!
09-24-2014, 07:06 AM
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I do believe you will have to remove the ring gear and flip it over. When the starter is on the back side the ring gear is turning the opposite direction. I have a coupler possible bell housing but i am not positive about that. And a backing plate.
I did the same to my 86 scarab panther that had trs drives on. Since you have to move the engine back you may consider raising the x dimension a couple inches
I did the same to my 86 scarab panther that had trs drives on. Since you have to move the engine back you may consider raising the x dimension a couple inches
09-24-2014, 07:13 AM
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Let me know about your parts, thank you. Question on the coupler - reading posts it appears there is a standard and a heavier duty version. Motor has a ProCharger and is making close to 600hp. Which coupler do you have ??
09-29-2014, 06:30 AM
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1.91 ratio. this is a shaft boat engine you picked up. NOT a TRS velvet drive. is the boat you are installing it in already a Bravo boat? did it come with any of the parts? where is the starter? down low on the engine where it goes in a car-I/O? or on top pointing towards the transom? if that case the ring gear is in the wrong place for your needs. please tell me you are not converting a shaft boat to Bravo...
