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judow

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Just wondering. I am told that there are two types of synchromesh transmissions - Locking and Proportional Load. My query: What type is in the BN-2? AND can someone explain these types to me.

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Hi Judy,
I believe that the terms "locking & proportional load" apply to specialized types of differentials, not to transmissions.

A conventional (open) differential will apply the driving power to the wheel that has the least traction. A locking type applies power equally to both both rear wheels when they are under power. A proportional differential applies power to the rear wheels in proportion to how much traction they have.

All of the standard factory Healeys had the conventional open differential.
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Thank you for that info. AND thank you for not laughing at this mere female's query.

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