I'm trying to recycle, or adapt parts to work.THAT is where a lot of the "fun", ingenuity and savings come in...
Is that the same mower Al Minneaker has?
Looks a lot like his...
Randy if you don't need the air cleaner assembly I would like to buy it from you.
Looking forward to see you winning with that one.
Squidd Hey..we could be twins... :omg:
Allen he won't be able to catch you with the new secret motor ya getting.
Yeah we don't want to talk about Don's super hero costume!
and what is it that makes us crazy ???
Just do this for me. Don't order other peoples parts. MCP?
I have my own front ends now and a host of parts now too.
I am an Azusa Engineering dealer and yes even a Digatron Dealer.
Mower to come!!!
Don :wow:
hey squidd, i'm starting a build almost just like yours and i was wondering what gears you were thinking about running from your engine to the ragb and then from your gearbox to your axle, i have know idea, thanks ;)
You have to learn to start befor you can lap anyone unless your talking abought getting a lap back !!!!!!!!!!Either way...I'm still passing you... ;) :badgrin:
.. 17) Mid-engine frames may be updated, but must retain the form of the original factory frame. Mid-engine frame updates must follow the following specifications:
.... a. 15 inch maximum width outside to outside of the frame (rails).
.... b. The frame may not exceed an overall length of 48 maximum.
.... c. 42 inch maximum wheelbase, center front to center rear axles.
.... d. Must be replaced with steel only. Round tubing is not allowed.
.... e. Hoods, grills and fenders must be original or retain the original form.
If we all ran the same thing or all did the same thing it wouldn't be any fun.
As far as king pin inclination I find that with wide tires the pot holes and stuff dont have as much leverage on the steering wheel because the pivot point is moved closer to the centre of the tire(less driver fatigue)
Thats a nice looking front axle are you going to run front brakes? Is the caster adjustable on it or do you just set it when you install it on your frame and just leave it alone?
Is one better than the other...?? I'm gonna say NO...they each have a place on "different" types of setups/class style...and depending on the "rest" of your setup, tire wheel choice, frame construction and driving style BOTH have a place in part of a total chassis package.
Like fords and Chevys and dodges
do I have the wrong clutch...?? (Noram Mini Cup for 1" mount)yes and no. They make one that can be mounted inboard or out board. I had the one you had milled sprocket off tigged a pulley on it and ran a belt instead of chain. One engine I cut the crank. After blowing it the next I made some spacers and raisded the motor, keep in mind not near as much as you only 3/8" I was using a mtd chassis. Can you cut the crank yes you can what ever you do do it before you balance it. I have cut many and had no problems at all.
Just gotta make sure I have room to get the motor in and out of there before I weld everything up.
Front axle will be based off EC Dist. front spindles.. (these things are "smooooth" George):twothumbsup:
Had George cut the keyway for Hegar front brakes (which will be coming later in the build) the sealed bearings are glass smooth and the adjustabilty for caster, camber, and ride height will be much appreciated (and used)..
Also had the steering arms left loose so I can place them where needed after axle is located...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v248/Squidd/ECFront.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v248/Squidd/ECFront.jpg)
I used the ACME "Fun Cart" type spindles on my AP and even after refitting with brass bushings, grease zerks, and reinforcing the arms...there is no comparison..
These are going to be "WAY" better, smoother and hold ajustment "tighter"...Definetly worth the money...:thumbsup:
hey squidd, what size of tubing did you use for your frame, i started out with some inch and a half square and it just looks to big, the stuff your using looks a lot beter and is probably lighter ;)1"X2" thinwall 14 ga. or .102" for frame and 1"x2" heavier wall 9 ga. or .127" for front axle...then a 1"x1" 14 ga for the loop over the rear axle..
And, don't rule out shoveling sidewalks, blowing snow, and such during the winter. If you have any elderly neighbors, they probably have a snow blower and you could use their blower to clean the walk in many cases.
6 pounds?!?!?! :omg: thats crazy, its gunna be ALL engine, and i thought puttin a twin on that little midengine would be mean,wow!It's at 31 lbs now (as shown above) goal is to be right at (or under) 150 ready to run....we'll see...
how did you set up your driveline with just chains and a RAGB? are you runnin a centrifical :censored: on the engine? id so how are you planning on protecting it from getting beat to death?
-Phil
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3/8"x3/8" Heim joints- RH thread- Mc master Carr
9) Front axle and steering may be reinforced, substituted or fabricatedIt would seem you could...If a guy wanted to fabricate a drop shaft just behind the motor for direct steer, this rule allows substitution and fabrication...But....
19) Engine must remain in original position (front, mid or rear) in reference to the steering column and the seat.
You have a computer in a trailer? :lol: :badgrin: :D
at least neutral
yea i thought the rule was 42 inches so i made mine 41.5 but it looks really short ;)
Randy, your at 50 karma now :twitch:Cool....Pretty soon you can call me "Earl"...
One question, what are the advantages of having the rear brakes on hand and the front on foot?This is a "personal preference" thing...
That just means that I'm getting better , what about you ????????
Your MOWSHINE looks great sitting on the ground!!!
Will you be making you side panels (right side) come up high to act as a BUTT-HOLDER-INNER for your seat?
I have plenty of room for my rotor even with my 5's on the rear .
Your MOWchine does look real nice !!! good work !!!!
That's what they make a spacer for .
RAGB --Right Angel Gear Box , there kind of hard to find but can be found on mower decks , snowblowers , and who nows were else ??on some older murrays that use the 2300 trans and jacobsen lawn tractors.
Ebay LOL
a longer width for a low profile tire.
so the tires overall width is the same as the rims width?
Looks great squidd ,can't wait to see it after paint .
Thanks Guys...Hope to see ya there , The club and I will be there . planning on bringing the monster mowers to it if you guys don't mind .Al is excited to check it out .Other than that great job again on the fx , can't wait to see how it does for the opener .
I'm shooting for the GreenBay opener to wring it out and work some bugs out, but really the big "debut" will be Fifield... and National Debut in Mendota..
That was my first National race and my first National podium finish in AP, so looking to repete in the new class...
(in fact, I think that was the first race ever for the "22 Special"...nothing like putting a little pressure on to perform...) :omg:
does it have to do with CVSNo, it's just an extra breather to help lower internal case pressure...
Crankcase Venting System
it works like a vacuum, when the piston changes from down to up, it creates a suction due to the lack of air in the pan. When you put a breather in there, it allows air to replace the suction ,giving you more horsepower
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Dang that'll take the wind out of your sails in a hurry.. That or a broken rib poking your lung will make it hard to catch your breath...
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I believe he has the FX back to gether. Head is fixed. I havn't spoke to him this week. But he should be ready. MAYBE... LOL
moved to 4 and was working on Robert Sparbal to take over 3rd... Was "waiting" for him to make a mistake so I could pass, but he don't make mistakes (good run Robert) next time I'm just gonna have to take it from him... I think my G-Team motor can beat his G-Team motor... Finished 4th
I hope you didn't hurt your OHV too bad in that last race :doh:
I can't wait for medford (our last race of the year) only a couple weeks away...
talk to you soon
We'll be back bigger and "Badder" for Medford...
Ok thanks alot i know where theres a couple of cubs sitting around so ill go check them out.
Thanks for all the help,
John
thanks, i have some burris 11x5.5-6 would these work ok with those rear tires?I've always found it easier to buy the material to "fit the plan" than to modify the plan to fit the material.....
Quite honestly Randy you were the FIRST one to have them in hand!!!
Use your lash caps!!
No they don't the biggest reason for them on the single is the long rocker ratio. The twins are much less.
If you look on top of the valve stem right where the rocker arm makes contact with the valve stem you will find the lash caps. Most of the time they will come right off with the rocker arm out of the way.'
You can see where the caps both spread the load across the roller on the rocker... but also downforce is split over valve end and retainer to spring.
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The extra height also brings the rocker geometry in line... an 1/8" off can change cam and lift effect.
That head is still loose and on the bench... just a shot for comparison...
kool, thanks a lot. have to remember that.
There's more to them than just good looks...
I hope the crank stays together. That carb is Bad!!!Me too... if not I have the process for building more balanced cranks down to a science...
Randy,
How do you like your pop rivets that you used to put your side panels on? I am going to need to make some shields for the sides of my engine and was wondering how to make them.
Did you have any problems with them shearing off from the vibration?
Paul
Front axle will be based off EC Dist. front spindles.. (these things are "smooooth" George):twothumbsup:
Had George cut the keyway for Hegar front brakes (which will be coming later in the build) the sealed bearings are glass smooth and the adjustabilty for caster, camber, and ride height will be much appreciated (and used)..
Also had the steering arms left loose so I can place them where needed after axle is located...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v248/Squidd/ECFront.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v248/Squidd/ECFront.jpg)
I used the ACME "Fun Cart" type spindles on my AP and even after refitting with brass bushings, grease zerks, and reinforcing the arms...there is no comparison..
These are going to be "WAY" better, smoother and hold ajustment "tighter"...Definetly worth the money...:thumbsup:
Nice mower. It looks like it is a top notch and very reliable.do you have any pics of your engine?