Two Seat To One Seat Conversion

[OneTimeUser]

Just generic silly BS. I expect it only goes about 35 or maybe 40.

 

[Denny]

Balance the tires.

 

[OneTimeUser]

I was just joking around about the high speed wobble. Clearly, this thing does not go 70 or 100 mph. Probably tops out under 45 or so. I'll give it a high speed run after I break it in a bit and have an oil change.

The steering is, however, a bit stiff due (probably) to my poor measuring and welding skills. Things are not lined up perfectly and a cut always takes a kerf--shortening the parts one is working on. Both the rack and the rack tube holder are about 1/8 inch shorter than they were before being cut.

Overall I'm pretty happy with the outcome--though it was a LOT more work than I first thought it would be.

Mostly though, with center steering I now no longer am able to pick up hitchhikers--who are mostly a PITA anyway...

 

[Sparkwizard]

I think the parts will self clearance with use. You could speed up the process by lubing it with
valve lapping compound.
I wouldn't but it would work.

 

[OneTimeUser]

As a last step I'm looking for a single seat to center mount. I hope to find something with bolsters that will hold me in place a bit when I'm cornering.

Thanks to all for the help and attention to this totally unnecessary project.

 

[Whitetrashrocker]

I put this one on mine. Its pretty comfortable and holds me in place when sliding the corners. Has the provisions for a harness if you desire.

https://a.co/d/03RThoGK

 

[OneTimeUser]

WTR,

Thanks. I'll do some measuring and see if it will fit.

 

[Sparkwizard]

Boat seats come in a variety of sizes and shapes. Some are nice and cheap, some are stupid expensive, but they are worth a look.

 

[OneTimeUser]

Thanks. Hadn't thought of that.

 

[Hellion]

This thread needs more photos!

I now no longer am able to pick up hitchhikers--

What a pity. They are trouble though, nothing but trouble.

 

[OneTimeUser]

Hellion,

Where in the world did you get that picture of my ex wife? She promised to keep ALL our pictures private...

 

[Grizzlymi]

She's your ex too!?!?!?!

 

[OneTimeUser]

Yep, she got around...

 

[Denny]

I wouldn’t mind some trouble like that!!!! I’d give it to her for the whole 3 minutes!!!!

 

[panchothedog]

This thread needs more photos!



What a pity. They are trouble though, nothing but trouble.

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Now that's the kind of hitchhiker I want to give a ride to. I've also got a lot of experience, ( no not that kind.) I've hitchhiked across the United States 3 times. Didn't think I was any trouble at all. Just glad to get the ride.