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Old 05-10-2026, 08:42 PM   #1
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Default Re: aluminum timing gear recommendation

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The only difference may be in the material and heat treat - there are many grades of aluminum and levels of heat treat. I don't think anyone advertises those details.
Materials, sure to be different, but Dan is a craftsman and that is reflected in finish and more importantly tolerances maintained.

I have stacks of metal gears, some are just better than others.

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Old 05-11-2026, 10:28 AM   #2
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Materials, sure to be different, but Dan is a craftsman and that is reflected in finish and more importantly tolerances maintained.

I have stacks of metal gears, some are just better than others.

John

Very true. I have one of his bronze gears - just waiting for an engine that is worthy of using it in.
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