Originally Posted by crazymjb

Ok... I have to ask, are you kidding me? I didn't realize that entire page on the math of a CVT was an opinion. Also, that page backs up the claims against ANY fixed ratio transmission.

I'll attempt yet another simple explanation. An engine is only making its ideal power at one point. If you have fixed ratios, that point cannot be maintained 100% of the duration of acceleration. If you have a variable ratio, it can. That is a FACT, not an OPINION!

Mike

Originally Posted by crazymjb

Ok... I have to ask, are you kidding me? I didn't realize that entire page on the math of a CVT was an opinion. Also, that page backs up the claims against ANY fixed ratio transmission.

I'll attempt yet another simple explanation. An engine is only making its ideal power at one point. If you have fixed ratios, that point cannot be maintained 100% of the duration of acceleration. If you have a variable ratio, it can. That is a FACT, not an OPINION!

Mike

Originally Posted by gocubsgo55

I agree with you on the fact that gearing "limits" the point at which an engine's revs are, but don't engines typically have 2 or more points where power is at peak? Peak Torque and Peak HP is where I'm getting at. That's just how I always thought it to be

Originally Posted by mrdeeno

for internal combustion engines, there is 1 point of peak HP and 1 point of peak torque, and they do not occur at the same rpm.


but this is just an opinion...let me find an article.

Originally Posted by crazymjb

Yes, I should have been more clear about that. I guess there is one "ideal" spot for acceleration.

Mike

Originally Posted by mrdeeno

i think you need to back that up with an article.

Originally Posted by rmpage

Link?

Originally Posted by rmpage

I just threw up a little in my mouth.