Leaf spline coupler
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Re: Leaf spline coupler
The ghetto Leaf coupler is a Blue Print ADC43101 clutch disc or similar. It fits a bunch of japanese and korean vehicles and is cheap.
It's a loose match and probably different spline profile, but I've been running it for almost 30 000 km in my minivan so far just fine. There is enough meat in the splines. I assume the quite soft motor shaft will adjust to the very hard clutch profile over time.
If anything, at least it's taking a whole lot of time for anyone to be able to tell me "I told you so". 8)
It's a loose match and probably different spline profile, but I've been running it for almost 30 000 km in my minivan so far just fine. There is enough meat in the splines. I assume the quite soft motor shaft will adjust to the very hard clutch profile over time.
If anything, at least it's taking a whole lot of time for anyone to be able to tell me "I told you so". 8)
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Currently away, but couplers are on order.
Ill try to dig out the specs. Spent a good amount of time setting the coupler up to be fairly universal for most people’s needs
What I currently access to.
was ether a 3in or 2.75 di plate with centring marks that match the rotex gs38 bolt pattern.
couple will nest in an angler bearing, with renting clip. For those wishing to run a clutch or drive shaft.
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Re: Leaf spline coupler
I smashed two blueprint Mazda center pieces couple of years back. It is not very hard too.
If I may suggest you put two center pieces in line and weld them in your coupler. That way it will definitely hold.
Torque is transfered along the shaft length...
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Re: Leaf spline coupler
Damien is using a Fiat Van clutch disc (watch from 2:35)
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Is this the clutch plate?Kevin Sharpe wrote: ↑Sun May 10, 2020 8:38 amDamien is using a Fiat Van clutch disc (watch from 2:35)
Clutch Plate Fiat Ducato 2500 Turbo Diesel MK1 85-93 Clutch Disk?
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Re: Leaf spline coupler
He mentions it being a Fiat Multipla.jerrykco wrote: ↑Sun May 10, 2020 1:02 pmIs this the clutch plate?Kevin Sharpe wrote: ↑Sun May 10, 2020 8:38 amDamien is using a Fiat Van clutch disc (watch from 2:35)
Clutch Plate Fiat Ducato 2500 Turbo Diesel MK1 85-93 Clutch Disk?
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Thanks, I couldn't catch that. I listened several times too.
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Re: Leaf spline coupler
Here is how the 1.6l Fiat Multipla centre spline fits the Leaf output shaft
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While I don't have many miles on my Fiat clutch Leaf coupler I do have some experience with these things:)
My opinion is that having a perfect coupler would be perfect having one that works ...well, works. I have seen the most ridiculous couplers last for ages and those machined down to microns come flying out the side of a bellhousing. I've even done both myself. Don't let the pursuit of perfect keep you from getting on with a build.
My opinion is that having a perfect coupler would be perfect having one that works ...well, works. I have seen the most ridiculous couplers last for ages and those machined down to microns come flying out the side of a bellhousing. I've even done both myself. Don't let the pursuit of perfect keep you from getting on with a build.
I'm going to need a hacksaw
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Re: Leaf spline coupler
I think the same. On my Mazda original clutch is rattling like old kettle. So finally i put two clutch center pieces in my coupler. Now i have peace of mind... It still rattles though.Jack Bauer wrote: ↑Tue May 12, 2020 12:37 pm While I don't have many miles on my Fiat clutch Leaf coupler I do have some experience with these things:)
My opinion is that having a perfect coupler would be perfect having one that works ...well, works. I have seen the most ridiculous couplers last for ages and those machined down to microns come flying out the side of a bellhousing. I've even done both myself. Don't let the pursuit of perfect keep you from getting on with a build.
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This is a really important pointJack Bauer wrote: ↑Tue May 12, 2020 12:37 pm Don't let the pursuit of perfect keep you from getting on with a build.
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Re: Leaf spline coupler
Bratitude wrote: ↑Sun May 10, 2020 3:01 amCurrently away, but couplers are on order.
Ill try to dig out the specs. Spent a good amount of time setting the coupler up to be fairly universal for most people’s needs
What I currently access to.
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was ether a 3in or 2.75 di plate with centring marks that match the rotex gs38 bolt pattern.
couple will nest in an angler bearing, with renting clip. For those wishing to run a clutch or drive shaft.
You have another customer here in the UK! Need your solution to link to a Karmann Ghia gearbox....
Don't believe everything you think.
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Some time later
fits like clockwork
fits like clockwork
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Re: Leaf spline coupler
Wait. Are you putting a flywheel and clutch on this? If so...hmmmmmmm...How can I get one of these in the US?
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Re: Leaf spline coupler
Looks great!
I'd love to purchase one of these from you. I have a CNC machine so I'm planning on making my own adapter plate and would integrate the same spec'd angular bearing.
Are you in a position to start selling the coupler?
I'd love to purchase one of these from you. I have a CNC machine so I'm planning on making my own adapter plate and would integrate the same spec'd angular bearing.
Are you in a position to start selling the coupler?
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Re: Leaf spline coupler
designed the coupler to be as universal as possible, so yes with the angular contact bearing you should be able to mount a flywheel.
few more days and I’ll start taking orders
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Re: Leaf spline coupler
Sorry, my mechanical knowledge is trash. Does that mean it has a contact bearing in it, or a shop should be able to easily put one in? This solves the concern everyone had about putting too much load on the shaft, correct? Because the bearing is supporting it now?Bratitude wrote: ↑Sun Jun 07, 2020 1:19 amdesigned the coupler to be as universal as possible, so yes with the angular contact bearing you should be able to mount a flywheel.
few more days and I’ll start taking orders
Do you have any firmer prices, or still $200-300 Canadian? I'm interested in one. The LEAF motor is probably the cheapest option out there with good power...
Thanks for doing this, it's awesome.
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Re: Leaf spline coupler
Hi everyone. This is my first post. I accidentally came across a clutch from suzuki samurai. What do you think about this? 20x20,1x23,1
Multipla has 20x20,2x23,2
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Multipla has 20x20,2x23,2
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Re: Leaf spline coupler
That and the fiat clutch plate are your only choice unless you can get a custom one make.
Checkout Damien's video on making the coupler
Checkout Damien's video on making the coupler
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