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Ok we got wheels & tires :thumbsup: ...but, what about the driving & stopping...components? :unsure: We need (2) sprockets ...& (2) brake Drums (yup, tryin to keep 'er simple) So, I got (2) 60T x #35 sprockets (BMI Karts) (w/lightly rusted surface ~$10.00 ea,) ...& (2) 4" brake drums (~$10.00...

Oh...No...Oh HECK No :eek: Ducky has had (2) litters ...&/so, she has provided us with (9) "new" family members ...& we LOVE them ALL :love: ...but, that's ENOUGH :ack2: First litter: Henry, Almond, Boots, Rusty & Emmy Second litter: Socks, Cashew, Creamora & Angel Crazy thing, Almond...

Hey...why are them studs "stuck" into the workbench, in that pic with Ducky...the cat? I drilled (4) holes (same spacing/pattern as on the rim) into the workbench top ...to use as an "aid" (another hand) ...to help secure the rim (hold 'er in place) ...ta mount the tire First, I got tire...

What wheels are ya usin'? I have a 6" steel rim with (4) studs (for a rotor or sprocket) left over ...from when I was "trying" different parts for my Tsunami racer So, I got another one ta match 'er :thumbsup: Had an issue...though :furious2: The (4) studs on (1) of the rims had a lot of the...

Hey Hellion, I agree..."never enough images" ...&/so, am tryin' ta do "my part" ...by posting as many excruciating details, on/about my projects, as I possibly can ;) I really, really am :innocent::devil2:

Hey T, I'm tryin' ta keep 'er as light as possible ...but still be able to "handle" all of the different "stresses" that will be imposed on these Nacelles :2guns: Like ...supporting the whole racer (w/driver) while traversing the racetrack ...& being able to "handle" all of the torquing/thrust...

After makin' the first one or side ...I used "it" as a template ta make another After addin' some motor mounting "slots" ...& some trimmin' or "body work" Double checked by Quality Control ...yup, they look ta be the same ;) ...but, opposite :p Another view * Yes, I will agree that the...

Each Nacelle (or outrigger) has to ...support, that side of the chassis ..."hold" the chassis at the "right" height ...& be independent of each other Plus, they also need to be a base or mount, for ...the wheel ...the motor ...the coil-over shock ...& the brake system FYI: I'ma usin' some 1.)...

Kinda like these karts (Zero & Land Speeder) ...but, (hopefully) better designed & balanced :thumbsup: Zero Land Speeder

Yup, for the ISS (Independent Side Suspension) :2guns: The "plan" (so far) is to have an independent motor & brake...system ...kinda centrally located ...on each side of the racer :thumbsup: With independent hand controls (for motor & brake) ...instead of a conventional steering system ;)

What are the Sway Bar Bushings for? (someone may ask) :unsure: The Sway Bar Bushings will be used as "hinges" for the "suspended" Nacelles or Outriggers :thumbsup: Nacelle A nacelle (/nəˈsɛl/ nə-SEL) is a streamlined container for aircraft parts such as engines, fuel or equipment.[1] When...

Yup...pretty sure ...but, I'll double check, for ya :thumbsup: Well, the "gas tank" is a battery pack ...so, yup there will be NO "actual" gas involved, with the propulsion of this racer ;)

Hey T, Diamonite is still "in the que" ...next step is fiberglassin' the monocoque/body :thumbsup: This spring has been unseasonably cool (chilly for doin' fiberglassin') So, I have just been waitin' :popcorn: & While a waitin', "new" ideas start "poppin' in my head" ...& suddenly...we...

Hey Denny, Um...NO :( It's gonna be a "unique" Electrathon America Race Car ...& will be designed, to comply with Electrathon America rules ;)

I got (2) sets of Sway Bar bushings for a '66 Mustang :auto: Yup, they are Made in the USA :sifone:

America "seems" to be coming BACK ...& this has inspired...me :thumbsup: As such...I'ma gonna call this one American Ethos :wai: American ethos refers to the unique character of American institutions and the distinct national identity of the American people. It encompasses the moral ideas...

Mail man brought me some kool stuff :banana: ...& I must say...that's a nice weld :thumbsup: ...& these things are "so" light :) Thanks T ...you're the BEST:cheers2: Guess, I'ma gonna haveta go-n-get motivated...now :unsure:

I posted this in another thread ...a whilest back ...& "feel" its quite important ...so, a (kinda) "jump thread" BUMP :cheers2: "I too had been having issues opening threads &/or responding :( So, I sent a message to moderator Landuse (Paul) ...& he got ahold of the "big guy" Robert (owner of...

Take your time...pal :thumbsup: Don't stress ...our little "side projects" are 'supposed to be fun & relaxin' :sifone:

Yup, I agree with Ez ...only the finest threads...will do :thumbsup: