Chris Alston’s Chassisworks has unveiled a whole new line of products designed for direct bolt-on gear and belt driven accessory systems for racing or performance built street motors.  The new line, called Component Drive Systems (CDS) is designed for both single and dual ProChargers, Vortech and Paxton Superchargers.  They CDS systems can be bolted onto a variety of engine configurations including: all Chevys (including LS-series engines), plus Ford in both small block and modular motor variety.

Another beneficial aspect of the front drive is that it is forward facing, which will place the supercharger inlet directly into the incoming airflow and will allow for cooler charge temperatures out of the supercharger.

The CDS direct drive can be optioned with a myraid of accessories, like the pictured mechanical fuel pump.

The way the drive is designed, there are multiple mounting configurations available, so that it is easier to package into the vehicle. The CDS drive will allow for different combinations of accessories to be placed onto the motor, including mechanical fuel pumps, oil pumps and/or water pumps.  The system is of a similar height and length in most situations, even with single or dual superchargers, but will vary slightly in length.  Normal dimensions of the system fully installed are 14 inches wide by 10 inches high by 17 inches deep with a Procharger, or by 18 inches deep with a Vortech.  These dimensions generally make for an easy fit into full race cars, no matter the class or requirements.

Stay tuned as we have a full article coming that will explain these gear drives in further detail!