Azusa Swing Mount

[Russ2251]

Does anybody know anything about this?
I see how it assembles...but what keeps it stable?
Does it mount against and utilize the live axle bearing and bracket? If so, why does it include 2 bearings?
What am I missing/not understanding here?

 

[newrider3]

I'm guessing the axle goes through the bearings, then some tubing is welded on to the sides/underneath to make a swingarm rear suspension set up.
Honestly, it looks like a waste of money. A swingarm could be built easier without one of those, and plus it could be built so the bearings are closer to the wheels to prevent axle bending.

 

[Russ2251]

It's claimed that angle for engine can be adjusted.

Swing Mount Kit
This kit will fit most vehicles with a 1" live axle. The engine mounting plate allows you a variable angle. Can be used with two or three hole flangettes.

 

[newrider3]

I have no idea then.

 

[kibble]

Seems to me like the there should be a spring or something to hold it steady?

 

[Russ2251]

From the appearance of it, looks like it could be used for mounting twin engines.
Could be set anywhere along the length of axle just by loosening set screws and sliding into desired positions?
Anybody?

 

[kibble]

From the appearance of it, looks like it could be used for mounting twin engines.
Could be set anywhere along the length of axle just by loosening set screws and sliding into desired positions?
Anybody?

That's what it seems like to me. Hmm... Ideas are popping into my head...

 

[Russ2251]

Nobody seems to really know about these.
I was hopin' that someone had actually used one.
I went ahead and ordered one. If it works the way I think it does, I will go ahead and order another. Maybe life will get easier.

 

[jr dragster T]

I could see you using that for dual engines. But then you would need to join the two together and lot's of welding and stuff like that. Im think there are easier way's around it.

 

[Russ2251]

But then you would need to join the two together

Why?

 

[jr dragster T]

Well dont you want them side by side with one motor per peice?

 

[Russ2251]

Crankshaft clearances will determine distance from each other.
I would prefer them on extreme left and right sides.
If that doesn't work, then I can shift them closer together nearer to center. I see many possibilities, including a longer axle.
It's also possible that original mount can be utilized and will only need 1 swing mount.
I will know more when I receive swing mount.

 

[Russ2251]

Ok, got a partial answer.
It turns out this mount IS used for multi engine karts. Dates back to early '60's.
Once mount is set to position, it is welded to upper rear frame rail. I will probably not weld, but rather bolt it into position. I like everything to be reversible.

 

[Russ2251]

Found this:
http://www.kpmfg.com/bug_sprint.htm
Not the way I will mount them, but shows one possibility.
Any thoughts?
My plan:

 

[jr dragster T]

Why not just weld on another factory motor plate on the other side of the kart?

 

[Russ2251]

Why not just weld on another factory motor plate on the other side of the kart?

I want it reversable, meaning return it to original.
Also, must be adjustable for different engines.

 

[Russ2251]

Back ordered!!!

 

[Kevin Noah]

Russ, I had this mount on a Margay New Breed (old school kart) that a bracket in front or behind it to bolt the mount to-to keep it solid. Then later on you could cut and grind it back off to original.

 

[Russ2251]

I hold mine in place with U bolts. Solid as a rock. Worked out great.
Twin Lawn-Boys almost ready!!!
Thanx.