Matt G.-- What is the advantage of the later version swash plate? Cheaper/easier to manufacture or a true performance improvement? I know this is 20 questions it seems but I am getting a good education here.
I am looking for longevity and pure pump performance. I don't care about weight savings from aluminum castings or lighter built parts that break or wear out due to "newer" manufacturing processes (which usually mean it was cheaper on the manufacturer, not us). I am going to be putting about 40hp at 4,000rpms through this hydro tranny and it will have a load on it. That is why I am prying with all the questions. I am going to build the rear with a Dart center section, axles, and billet steel adjustable bearing cups which will make the back side darn near bullet-proof. Now I am just trying to get my hands on how to do the same with the front. I know I have to have a near perfect, rebuilt, or new pump to get good clearances for pump performance. I also know there will be a few mods to be done to get good pump pressure. The main thing I do know is that I will be putting on some sort of reservoir and/or oil cooling radiator with fan to keep the fluid cool which limits the loss of hp through heat. This is a real problem with hydros.
I will probably need some help with the cooling system as well. I am not sure where to start with it but I will get there. Thanks.