I am quickly losing interest in the q-matic drive as I no longer believe the company can offer a production drive. To put something into production means having the capability to purchase each part in sufficient volume to have it maufactured at a reasonable cost. And here's where Grubee has delivered, because his manufacturing cost is so low, he is able to produce volume where an American company gets kicked to death. So when a company claims they are sold out when they are barely into production, it just means they couldn't finance sufficient volume to put their unit into production. After waiting for this q-matic drive forever, now they claim they are sold out. Sure!
I lost interest already, after several inquires with 3 Q-matic people (dealers), 2 ignored me, I got 1 response, then when I asked when and where can I get it, I got no response.
Those guys are running the worst marketing campaign I ever seen.
With their attitude and approach I seriously doubt this product will ever be succesful.
I have no opinion about merits or quality of q-matic drive, they are very secretive about it.
For all I was able to find it is an "improved clutch" hooked up to belt pulley for RPM reduction. So it does not sounds like anything exiting or revolutionary.
It is still single geared drive. It seems CVT tranny has more potential, it is much cheaper, proven and reliable.
If somebody came up with simple reasonably priced chain or belt drive kit allowing CVT hook up, that would turn your MB into scooter allowing to better utilize engine power at different speeds, more efficient and pleasant ride, longer engine life.
