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Mower Building / Setup Help => Chassis => Topic started by: roesso on May 10, 2015, 08:38:57 pm

Title: steering arm
Post by: roesso on May 10, 2015, 08:38:57 pm
I was wondering how to build a steering arm on my spindle. I'm going to make mine direct steering.I looked at George 07 build but I can't see how it's set up. any help would be greatly appreciated
Title: Re: steering arm
Post by: cycloneracer on May 10, 2015, 09:02:16 pm
Weld an arm to the spindle.   


There are a lot of ways to do it. 

Look at the EC front axle.   That will help you. 
Title: Re: steering arm
Post by: roesso on May 10, 2015, 09:09:49 pm
Thanks do I make the arm on my steering shaft and spindle the same . If so how long do they need to be
Title: Re: steering arm
Post by: Jeff Digou (Pitguy) on May 10, 2015, 09:30:11 pm
I was told:   2 inches on center on the steering shaft and 4 inches on center on the spindle
Title: Re: steering arm
Post by: roesso on May 10, 2015, 10:30:12 pm
Could someone please post some detailed pictures
Title: Re: steering arm
Post by: cycloneracer on May 10, 2015, 10:37:03 pm
http://eccarburetors.com/store/en/precision-mower-accessories/front-axle-kits-parts/lawnmower-front-axle-w-hubs.html

There is a great example.   You may want to consider purchasing one.  It is a great unit. 
Title: Re: steering arm
Post by: roesso on May 10, 2015, 10:52:01 pm
Thanks if mine doesn't work out I will get one