8 GPM Gear Drive Build

dcbrock · January 22, 2021, 4:54am

Just curious, why an iGX800 for an 8gpm? The regular GX690 would have been plenty and cost half that motor.

Dago52 · January 22, 2021, 5:02am

I was looking at the GX690, but the IGX800 was $150 more so I made the jump. I think it was worth the jump to get the newer technology IMO.

Kentucky1234 · January 22, 2021, 5:07am

I thought they were 500-600 more than the 690? No?

Dago52 · January 22, 2021, 5:16am

That is what I thought before I decided to build. I couldn’t believe it was just $150 upcharge.

Kentucky1234 · January 22, 2021, 5:27am

Where did you buy it from?

Racer · January 22, 2021, 7:02am

Where mine is, but mine is a solid stand.

Dago52 · January 22, 2021, 2:01pm

North Georgia Airliess

Dago52 · January 22, 2021, 2:05pm

I like that set up. I will welding my own stand on the back of my trailer across from the 4 GPM unit.

Also, are you fueling the 390 from the same tank?

Thanks

Racer · January 22, 2021, 4:16pm

No, I don’t use it enough anymore to go thru the aggravation. From what I understand kind of a pain with mixed results. Be sure to make sure your platform high enough to get to fuel cap easily with nozzle. Think mine in about 2’ clear from floor.

Dago52 · January 28, 2021, 5:07pm

I finally got most of my parts in today for the build. I spoke with a rep from Udor and he recommended I use a Hi-temp silicone on the shaft and key for easy removal later if needed. I did a search but didn’t come up with much. I was originally going to use a marine grease and make regreasing part of my regular maintenance process. Anyone ever useHi-temp silicone on a gear drive unit?

Thanks

charc0al · January 28, 2021, 5:28pm

I am a newbie, but if I remember correctly I have read the high temp silicone recommend at least a handful of times.

@dperez is recommending c-5a here

Edit: @Dago52

Infinity · January 28, 2021, 6:36pm

So what was the actual price on the igx800, if you don’t mind me asking?

Dago52 · January 28, 2021, 6:43pm

Around $1,500 plus freight.

TexasPressureWashing · January 28, 2021, 6:51pm

Permatex 09128 Copper Anti-Seize Lubricant, 8 oz. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HBM8HU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_WE3XVA26P67RB9RS4NPT

dcbrock · January 28, 2021, 8:03pm

$1500?? Why is that cheaper than a Gx690?

Dago52 · January 28, 2021, 8:12pm

That is the reason I chose the 800. I believe that the 800 will be replacing the 690 at some point, but not 100% on that.

Jake_Lambert · January 28, 2021, 8:39pm

I used high-temp ceramic brake parts lubricant. You can pick it up at any auto parts store, very close to the permatex product linked up above. Marine grease and silicone are both less than ideal products for this application.

dcbrock · January 28, 2021, 9:41pm

Best price I can find on a iGX800 is $2800, many sites are listing at $3600.

Dago52 · January 28, 2021, 10:06pm

Dc, are you in the states? I have seen some 10GPM belt drive units on sale with the IGX800 for $3300. I also did not see much pricing info on them online tho.

Dago52 · January 28, 2021, 10:11pm

I called Udor again just to double check on the Hi-Temp silicone option. They told me again to avoid using the anti- seize and use Hi-Temp silicone. He said they have been doing for over 10 plus years and have no problem removing gear boxes. I am mechanically inclined, but this is a new one for me. I do have some Hi-Temp silicone and may give a shot, especially after confirming with Udor again. We will see how it goes.