This program calculates which speed you will have at a certain engine speed, depending on the type of wheeltyre and gearbox and differential ratios on your car. The process that can be used to address a condition called driveline universal joint cancellation, often referred to as adjusting pinion angle. Eaton s driveline angle analyzer daa tool kit is an easytouse diagnostic system that allows you to measure, diagnose and correct driveline angle problems in medium and heavyduty drivetrains. Quite simply, if the x or angle measurement on the top isnt the same as on the bottom, you will end upwith a bicycle cranktype movement. Free eaton driveline analyzer software download software at updatestar. The information below is a step by step guide on how to use the anglemaster in measuring driveline angles to avoid vibration problems associated with. A driveline angle analyzer daa for determining a torsional acceleration and inertias of a vehicle driveline by entering measurements of a vehicle driveline configuration into a graphical user interface program. By using your smartphone as a measuring device, the app will calculate each universal joint angle and provide an overall driveline operating angle. How to use tremecs driveline angle finder app get your. Printable worksheets to aide in collecting the needed driveline measurements. Correcting driveline angles the driveline angles will need to be checked using eaton driveline angle analyzer software, or allison calc.
Most important aluminium applications are the various housings, but aluminium is also used for different functional components. The anglemaster can be used wherever there is a need for a precise measurement of angles and slopes. Sep 19, 2016 the angle of the rear ujoint can be altered by installing a tapered shim like these between the leaf spring and the axle. Dec 18, 2014 the overall driveline operating angle is the difference between angle 1 and 2. The angles shown on this chart are the maximum universal joint operating angles recommended by spicer engineers and are directly related to the speed of the driveshaft. Measuring and correcting angle problems drivelines nw. A negative driveline slope points down, while a positive driveline slope points up. It is the only pdf file viewer that can open and interact with all pdf documents. Drive shaft harmonics driveline universal joint cancellation.
By using your smartphone as a measuring device, the app will calculate each ujoint angle and provide an overall driveline operating angle with a passfail response. Imbedded support for many commonly used driveshaft and axle models 35. Also, look to make sure the transmission mount itself has not collapsed, as this could cause a change in angle as well. These two angles are formed between the centerline of the shaft and the yokes. Eaton cummins endurant detroit dt12 volvo ishift steel pivot ring to better mack mdrive eaton is a leading world. The overall driveline operating angle is the difference between angle 1 and 2. Free eaton driveline analyzer software download eaton. The daa tool kit helps diagnose the driveline angles that cause torsional vibrations between the transmission and front and rear drive axles. Measure the angles of each component in your drivetrain driving member, driveshafts, driven member, then use this calculator to calculate the operating. Angle designations 74 measure main driveline angles 77 adjustment hints for driveline set up 78 driveline angle analysis program 80 measuring and recording driveline angles.
Any universal joint operating angle greater than 3 degrees will lower universal joint life and may cause a vibration. In other words, one movement will not counteract the other movement. But ask 10 guys about optimal pinion angle and a lively debate will ensue. The first spot is the transmission angle and second is the shafts angle. Jan 30, 2003 0050 after the user has entered data into the required fields in the driveline angle analyzer screen 70 and has obtained all the information the worksheet screen 80, the user can click on the measurements button 76 or depresses the f7 key on the users keyboard to display the driveline angle analyzer measurements.
There should be some wiggle room in any mount but the mount should be flat on the k frame pad so other than reworking the k frame it will be tough to lower the engine. The front angle can be altered by adding or removing shims from under the transmission mount. Assemblies 12 l6n steering components 10n series 14 companion flange and end yoke. Right from the elders to the kids, they are interested in trying out coloring. Ive had several questionsdiscussions on driveline vibrations and how ujoint angles can contribute to those vibrations. If youre looking for driveline technology, parts, information or training, youve come to the right place. Home to many critical powertrain parts, the right driveline can make all the difference in your commercial vehicle. The process that can be used to address a condition called drivelineuniversal joint cancellation, often referred to as adjusting pinion angle. These drivelines link transmissions and drive axles for troublefree driving. Pinion angle simply refers to the angle of the differentials pinion in relation to the driveshaft. The advantage automated series portfolio includes aftermarket clutches for the most popular transmissions currently in operation in north america, including. Jul 31, 2002 a second ujoint having an equal but opposite angle is used to convert this pulsating power back into smooth power feeding the pinion.
Driveline angle analyzer eaton corporation freepatentsonline. Dec 01, 2002 pinion angle simply refers to the angle of the differentials pinion in relation to the driveshaft. Take the guesswork out of your chassis setup with this handy 3step tool. The driveline angle analysis daa program is used to diagnose, set up and correct driveline angles for a variety of chassis configurations. Power is the rate or speed at which work is performed. The other type of driveline angle is compound angle in two planes. Give us a call at 18668564687, our drivelines experts will help diagnose this issue. However, since you are increasing the vertical distance between the plain of the transfer case front output shaft and the plain or the diff pinion gear shaft, the angle on the front u joints will be greater. The tremec driveline angle app is designed to measure driveline angles on rwd vehicles equipped with a onepiece driveshaft as viewed from the side of the vehicle. Eatons driveline angle analyzer daa tool kit is an easytouse diagnostic system that allows you to measure, diagnose and correct driveline angle problems in medium and heavyduty drivetrains. Then, the user enters information, such as driveline measurements relating to. That exact angle would of course depend upon the angle of the shaft itself, but it is only the relative angles or difference in angles at each ujoint matters.
Feb 09, 2010 eaton corporation, eaton truck components bulletin, trib9701, 1997. The operating angle of a ujoint is the relationship between two slopes, such as the transmission slope and the tube slope. A driveline angle analyzer daa for determining a torsional. Place a spirit level protractor on the driveshaft about halfway between the transmission and the differential. When you build a chassis and position the driveline components, you need to orient them so that the angle of a line drawn through the center of the transmission exiting through the output shaft a and a line drawn through the center of the driveshaft b is equal to but opposite the angle of a line drawn through the pinion shaft in the.
Eaton corporation roadranger warranty claims center 100 e. To take the measurement of frame rake find a clean flat surface anywhere on frame. Scientific research, appliance repair and installation, machinery, woodworking, aerospace, marine, motion picture equipment, bicycle repair, and physical therapy are just a few of the possible applications. The simple one plane angle found in most installations has all driveline slope confined to one plane, usually the vertical plane. For over a century, meritor has been a technology leader in the design, engineering and manufacturing of driveline solutions for commercial vehicles. So if you have a 10 driveshaft angle and 10 on the top ujoint and say 11 on the bottom ujoint, you would have a difference of 1. Record the angle as 3 degrees up or 2 degrees down,etc. Moving past your competition is the power meritor offers.
Driveline information center and troubleshooting procedures. Measure the rear differential using the same procedure as forward differential. The vertical andor horizontal offset between the drive and driven shafts is what creates driveline angles. Significant amounts of aluminium are not only applied in the engine, but also in the rest of the powertrain, i.
Eaton corporation eaton, dosbased driveline angle analyzer daa screen captures, 1995, 6 pages. Plan view tools needed prepare the vehicle measure driveline angles. The user selects the driveline configuration of interest from a plurality of driveline configurations. Tech, driveline and axles, speedway driveshaft slip yokes, speedway driveshafts. The information below is a step by step guide on how to use the anglemaster in.
Spicer king pin kits, tie rod ends, and drag links are built to oe specifications, delivering optimal performance in your heavyduty vehicle. After the user has entered data into the required fields in the driveline angle analyzer screen 70 and has obtained all the information the worksheet screen 80, the user can click on the measurements button 76 or depresses the f7 key on the users keyboard to display the driveline angle analyzer measurements screen 140. Read and record the angle shown on the protractor scale and note whether the driveshaft points up or down at the front. Belltech driveline alignment kits if more adjustment for proper rear driveline angle is required to remove driveline vibrations, then our driveline alignment kits are your solution. The movement makes an x on paper if you were to map it out. Please watch above video or read stepbystep instructions with images below. Learn more in this comprehensive allmakes reference guide. Automotive driveline overview below is an overview of auotmotive driveline operation drive train an overview the drive train serves two functions. Place a spirit level protractor on the driveshaft about halfway between the transmission and the.
To measure driveshaft angles and ujoint angles, start by lifting the vehicle either on a drive on style vehicle lift, or an axle contact style. This page has more than you could ever want to know on driveline angles. To spread the wear over the full surface of the joint would require the rollers to traverse a full roller diameter during each shaft revolution, but this is not practical as it necessitates a ujoint angle in excess od 4 degrees. An angle of around 23 degrees seems to provide a good compromise. The bigger the working angles are, the more violent these. Read and record the angle shown on the protractor scale and note. Place an angle finder on the bearing cap and take note of the reading. The ujoint operating angle is the angle formed by two yokes connected by a cross and bearing kit. One piece driveshaft having a ujoint and gearbox yoke at the front, and another ujoint with the pinion yoke at the rear. Belltech driveline alignment kits can help make your driveline problems are a thing of the past. The dana aftermarket media library lets you search for catalogs, instruction manuals, bulletins, and more. Wo 2002047957 a2 driveline angle analyzer the lens. Our drivelines are a perfect example of the edge customers get with our products. The driveline angles will need to be checked using eaton driveline angle analyzer software, or.
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