I recently changed the drivebelt on the Ligier. This is the big rubber band that goes aorund the cones that sort of expand apart and pull together to give a continuously variabke transmission (CVT) gearbox, whereby the engine is always at constant revs and thereby at it;s most efficient whilst providing the best power transmission. As the belt wears it stretches, and also narrows, which leads to a "whiplash" effect as the drive is taken up and comes off again. It end sup like a learner driveris in control! An new bel tmakes all the difference, restoring a smoth power take up.
Well I replaced the belt and all was well for about 50 miles. Seems like I forgot to tighten the nut on the drive pulley tot he right torque. I pulled up at traffic lights, waited for the green then accelarated to start off again. What happened? A bloody big bnag that's what. And parts flying every where. The pulley, washer, nuts, cone end, three weights.......... The good news was nthing was damaged. Could you say the same of a conventional drivetrain? I doubt it.
Any how a young man who live neraby came tot he rescue. 10 minutes later, a 30 mm socket and the drive was re-established and I continued my journey.
See? Even repairs are free!
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