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09-01-2013, 05:08 PM
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Weird wheel question...
Hi
Bit of a craaaazy query here... Would it be possible to make a kart using these bad boys: http://www.bigtyres.co.uk/index.php?...&search=Search (I want 30" x 14" tyres to get the look im after) Now the ones listed are turf tractor tyres, what would be the easiest way to mount them to a frame (ie what hubs?) what about brakes? (They are gonna add a lot of weight...) Has this been done before on this forum? (Link?) Thanks |
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09-01-2013, 05:29 PM
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Your bigger problem (bigger than mounting- much bigger) will be gearing.
What did you have in mind for the driveline?
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Treat it as you would an aircraft frame and you should have no problems. -Name Withheld The Manual- "Just the manufacturer's opinion of how to put this together."- Tim "The Tool Man" Taylor Put down the wrench, and come out with your hands up!- Me! Wrench, Wheel, Wreck, Repeat... |
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09-01-2013, 09:28 PM
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First off, you'll need 15"dia rims, you're into car territory there, then you need hubs to suit said rims...
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09-01-2013, 10:35 PM
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....and bearings, but structure is about the main thing to think of when you want "auto crossover" wheels.
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09-02-2013, 05:50 AM
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Hhhmm so the easiest thing may be to get turf tires, proper tractor wheels to match, and while im at it the tractor hubs too!
As for drivetrain etc im not sure yet... I want a rolling chassis first before i worry about power  Anyone know anywhere in the uk that would sell the needed parts second hand? |
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09-02-2013, 05:54 AM
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09-02-2013, 08:29 AM
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Bingo- you've got to plan the whole thing as a package, or run the risk of totally painting yourself into a corner. This is a great example. You could build this whole thing with these monstrous wheels, only to find out that using a conventional engine wasn't going to cut it... Now what?
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Treat it as you would an aircraft frame and you should have no problems. -Name Withheld The Manual- "Just the manufacturer's opinion of how to put this together."- Tim "The Tool Man" Taylor Put down the wrench, and come out with your hands up!- Me! Wrench, Wheel, Wreck, Repeat... |
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09-02-2013, 05:20 PM
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Im probably going to go for electric assisted pedal power...
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09-03-2013, 06:33 AM
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****, just had a look for buggy tyres... Nothing big enough... The uk sucks for parts!
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