My Mini Belly Tank

[jrb56]

So here is the picture I promised of my project...


So far for the front, I have a 36 Ford axle, spring, and spindles. Also Model A hubs, wheels and tires. Still have to get my raduis rod/whishbones to hang it...

The engine is a 340cc 25 hp CCW/KEC snowmobile engine.

I am planning on running a Comet clutch (94C?) with a jackshaft to a chain.

For the rear end I have a Model A, but empty with chain driven axle to matching hubs/Model A wheels.

The frame will be built out of 3x2 and plate to hang suspension/motor...

I will need much help figuring out the best/cheapest way to clutch/jackshaft this so it can exist in parades, but also make a few high speed runs...

Joe

 

[Poboy kartman]

 

[itsid]

I'm going to follow this build

'sid

 

[ML-TOYS]

Sounds and looks like its gonna be a great project.

Have fun

 

[fowler]

This looks like a really cool build

Have a look a split sprockets
Let u change sprockets fairly quickly to get differant gearing

 

[landuse]

Nice idea. Are you going to try and hide the engine in the Cigar?

 

[jrb56]

Split gears, noted...

Yes, the engine will be enclosed. I do have some ideas for cooling...0

Joe

 

[fowler]

Side vents like the intakes on a jet

For cooling
Would look cool

 

[jrb56]

Side vents like the intakes on a jet

For cooling
Would look cool

Yes, I have a couple of tear drop shaped "bubbles" also will probably insert a few louvered panels, and an electric fan.

 

[firemanjim]

Nice start! For cooling, one intake scoop facing forward. Then a small boat vent scoop and a small fan to blow out heated/contaminated air...... Like one of these..... Or 2 of them... http://www.surpluscenter.com/shop.axd/Search?keywords=12vdc+fan+



The chrome Perkos in the middle of the pages....http://www.westmarine.com/vents

 

[Lokis_Tyro]

I'd really like to see more of this. It's like a formula ford crashed into a soapbox derby car. Sweeeeet!

 

[Hybridyne]

I would gladly GIVE you a free motor if you would ever consider running one of these. This one is throttleable so it could be turned on and off. Top speed would be 200+ MPH.
The actual motor is 12" long, The rest is a tank that hold 14 pounds of N2o.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UnGIWCzT75M

 

[Go Kart NZ]

Look's super interesting! Be sure to update us on how it's going!

 

[jrb56]

So just a quick update - I have scored a Kawasaki 300 Prairie ATV. i will be using the engine, trans, differential, and rear drum brake off of the atv, as well as the wiring and most of the controls. So now I have to sell off my 2 stroke engine and will start working on the frame over the Christmas break.

 

[firemanjim]

That engine won't fit inside that body. I believe it's a little too big. IIWM, I'd use an 8hp (highly modified to 12-16hp) with the tank relocated and a fuel pump. I'd use a top name brand clutch (cc) to handle the power..... That would be a screamer because it would still be fairly light, and the COG would be lower as well......
EDIT.... MAYBE use a torque converter.....

 

[dengieboy]

water tank?

That body is as mad as a brush were did you find it? and what was it in the past? going to watch this build looks very interesting very retro and old school which is the style i like i wish you the luck of the spanners my friend

 

[jrb56]

Update

Thanks for all of the support... So just another quick update. Drivetrain out of ATV. Looks like it was made to go into the belly tank. Next step, build the frame from 3x2. A couple of answers, this was a drop tank but not sure what aircraft. It was sitting by a buddies shop, and I purchased for this exact purpose...