Anybody got pics of new spragless version lenco cs2?

Just wondering if anybody got any pics of inside the newer spragless version of the lenco cs2.
mainly want to know whats different inside them?
also why would you choose one over the other?
Thanks,
ben

 

Spragless Lenco

I have a spragless CS1. It has a ratcheting mechanism that looks like a spring loaded version of starter dogs for the blower starter. I had multiple failures of the regular sprags, even new ones. Since I changed over to the spragless version I have not had another problem. I am very happy with them. The only negative side is that you must replace the spring every 6-8 runs. But they are only 30$ so they are way cheaper than normal sprags and the valve springs, lifters, and connecting rods that get replaced when you roll a regular sprag. The initial cost is sizeable- 1200$ per section. I am sure if Lenco could reduce that cost they would sell a lot more of them. I have seen the CS2 spragless versions and they are very similar to the CS1 version. I love it but just wish the initial parts cost wasn't so steep. Dave Germain

 

Did Lenco have an air operated spragless design a few years back? I seem to vaguely recall a picture in their old catalogue. Maybe the air was the "spring" in that case?

 

Air operated sprag

I believe the drag boat racers use a two speed lenco with a air operated sprag. It is fairly bulky looking so that is why it can only be done on a two speed without a reverser. Dave Germain

 

From Lenco boat section,

The SRM-1 (Sprag replacement module) was developed as a direct update for our single or dual sprag assembly and provides the absolute highest level of reliability under the most severe conditions. This design employs a mechanical diode that utilizes air to assist in both the locked and released position. The LENCO SRM-1 has proved tremendously popular in the Top Alcohol and in Pro Mod ranks and will control up to 3000 HP.

 

Thanks for the replys...
very interesting.Id like to look at it to get a better idea..
Sounds like a good thing and once initual spending done.cheap to run.
Does anybody have any pics of the spragless internal?
benrx7@bigpond.com