{"product_id":"retno-hewland-lg500-lg600-mk1-5-speed-transaxle-complete-reproduction-assembly","title":"Retno Hewland LG500\/LG600 MK1 5-Speed Transaxle – Complete Reproduction Assembly","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperience the legendary performance of the iconic Hewland LG500\/LG600 MK1 with this premium reproduction transaxle from Retno. Faithfully engineered to match the original Hewland design, this complete 5-speed transmission is assembled entirely from brand-new components and built to the highest standards for vintage racing, restorations, and historic motorsport applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery major component has been reproduced to be fully interchangeable with original Hewland LG500\/LG600 MK1 parts, making this transmission an excellent choice for replacing worn gearboxes or completing an authentic restoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRetno has also incorporated several improvements to the original design, including enhanced casting quality and superior surface finishes, while maintaining complete compatibility with original Hewland components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe main case, bearing carrier, finger housing, rear cover, and side plates are precision sand cast from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e356-T6 aluminum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and finished with a durable black anodized coating for improved corrosion resistance and an authentic race-inspired appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike rebuilt or used gearboxes, every component in this transmission is brand new—including the gears, bearings, differential, studs, fasteners, washers, seals, and internal hardware—providing exceptional reliability and peace of mind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe transmission is equipped with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elimited-slip differential (LSD)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e featuring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45°\/45° ramp angles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, delivering predictable power transfer and excellent traction for both historic racing and high-performance applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for legendary race cars including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLaren Can-Am, Lola, GT40\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and many other vintage sports racing and prototype vehicles, this transmission offers the classic Hewland performance enthusiasts expect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete reproduction of the Hewland LG500\/LG600 MK1 5-speed transaxle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully assembled and ready for installation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll components are brand new—no rebuilt or reused parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully interchangeable with original Hewland LG500\/LG600 MK1 components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePrecision sand cast \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e356-T6 aluminum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e housings\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDurable black anodized finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImproved casting quality and surface finish over the original design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited-slip differential with 45°\/45° ramp configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccepts both U-joint and CV axle flanges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for vintage racing, restorations, and historic competition vehicles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGear Ratios\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRing \u0026amp; Pinion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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Angles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 45° \/ 45°\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAxle Flanges:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compatible with U-Joints or CV Joints\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Brand New\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for a wide variety of historic and vintage race cars, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLaren Can-Am\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLola\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFord 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