What exactly is a CVT?
08-07-2008, 10:33 PM
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What exactly is a CVT?
I understand it's an automatic transmission, with higher and lower gear ratios therefore offering higher mpg, as well as best acceleration at all times. BUT! I haven't actually seen one, and I hear there's a clutch?? It's basically an automatic with a clutch? I'm confused..
Also is there a difference between a Honda HX CVT, and a JDM 3 stage D15B SOHC Multimatic Transmission? I'm also pretty sure the HX CVT bolts right up to any D series engine.
Also is there a difference between a Honda HX CVT, and a JDM 3 stage D15B SOHC Multimatic Transmission? I'm also pretty sure the HX CVT bolts right up to any D series engine.
08-08-2008, 01:05 AM
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Re: What exactly is a CVT? (B33FCAK3)
all i know is that my mom's dodge caliber has one and its kinda sluggish and sounds like its slipping. but gas mileage is great...
http://auto.howstuffworks.com/cvt.htm
http://auto.howstuffworks.com/cvt.htm
08-08-2008, 05:54 AM
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Re: What exactly is a CVT? (Peakellz)
A CVT works the same way a snowmobile works, actaully it is the same. You have two pullies that slide in and out to give you a certain "gear" ratio. The ratios in these kinds of transmissions is basically limitless. i only wish we could get one that is reliable and can handle alot of power.
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