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Floating gears

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Caynnor, Oct 7, 2013.

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  1. Oct 7, 2013 #1
    Caynnor

    Caynnor Light Load Member

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    I have been driving a 6 speed Eaton around Los Angeles for years, if I didn't float gears I would have a left thigh twice the size of the right, my question is how much difference will it be using a 10 speed?
     
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  3. Oct 7, 2013 #2
    Jaguar115

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    Called a splitter
     
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  4. Oct 7, 2013 #3
    Prolaznik

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    no difference except the high and low range spliter
     
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  5. Oct 7, 2013 #4
    25(2)+2

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    I call it a range selector, a splitter is used on a Super 10, 13,and 18. 13 and 18 have both, the Super 10 only has the splitter.

    To the OP ,not that much difference.
     
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  7. Oct 7, 2013 #5
    blairandgretchen

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    Same principle, different box and motor.
     
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  8. Oct 7, 2013 #6
    road_runner

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    It's called a range selector... Not a splitter. Eaton 10-speed is the easiest to drive and float. Best part for me is that you can figure out your gear based on your ground speed. i.e. 35 mph = 8th gear.... Add 3+5. You can bring a truck to a complete stop in 6th gear without going into the low range, plus safely negotiate most turns in 6th. The only time I use low range is to start off or try to keep my truck at super low speed while moving around a yard.

    Once you get your rpm ranges figured out, driving a 10-speed will be the easiest setup you'll ever drive (IMO).
     
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  9. Oct 7, 2013 #7
    JBinSD

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    I've been told floating is bad on the trans. Is this true?
     
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  10. Oct 7, 2013 #8
    bigdog4981

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    Very if not done correctly, it can slam into gear, grind, just normal wear.
     
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  11. Oct 7, 2013 #9
    TripleSix

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    What do YOU think? To make it in this business, you will have to be able to think for yourself.
     
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  12. Oct 7, 2013 #10
    nasriza

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    Ad long as u float the gears and dont force them then no problems if u force them then get ready to replace at least one trans till u get the hang of it
     
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