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A cross between a m715 and a gama goat?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LaUAafenZhAQuote:
Originally Posted by kwai
We are going to rename your member name to the 'Mad Scientist'
:D:D:D:D
Scott
Wow Mikel that looks cool as heck Count me in on this thread I have to see what this looks like when your done. :popcorn:
I am badly in need of a set of M715 leaf springs for my contraption... AB Linn just scrapped his :mad:
That frame looks pretty heavy duty. Do you have plans, or are you just flying by the seat of your pants?
Freaky cool video. (And not because I can sing just like Johnny Cash).
The swivel area is on CAD, but I haven't modeled the rest of the frame.Quote:
Originally Posted by militarypotts
Wow, your kidding? :eek:Quote:
Originally Posted by Mikel
I'm glad that I didn't wait around to buy a front and rear set from AB Linn.
He had really low prices on them also.
VPW has them, but for considerably more money.
I do hope this one doesn't take quite as long as the last one.....:D
Great project! keep the pictures coming
I don't know what you mean :rolleyes:Quote:
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that sucks! looks like he would have offered them at a "scrap" price on ebay instead of the $125 he was asking for themQuote:
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I wish I had that much ambition. Looks like a cool project.
I am pretty curious to see how the drive shaft, exhaust and brake lines get run.
Is that a Frito-Lay truck 4BT/NV4500? The turbo that far forward was something I remember from Lee's truck is why I ask.
It should be an interesting build. I'm going to have to subscribe to this thread. :)
Engine is from a Frito Lay truck. NV4500 is from a Chevy truck, hooked up to my M715s NP200 (the one that broke 100MPH). Turbos are HX30 and HX35.Quote:
Originally Posted by Barrman
I'm imagining Mad Max meets M715. My imagination is limited only to boring scribbles- your hard work blows me away, Mikel!
This will be as cool as your 6X6. I seem to remember seeing a Power Wagon or something similar that a guy built that swiveled the same way. Did you see that?
Thank you. Like this one?Quote:
Originally Posted by Jed
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Yep! The video of that truck crawling around made me smile. :)
Sorry I missed that video at the start of your post. I was too caught up in the frame pictures!
Glad to see your building another. Can't wait to see how it ends up
That is WAY COOL!
I saw a kit for the power wagons several years ago and, since my 715 is down to the frame, I have been considering doing the same to it.
Are you willing to share intel on this yet?
Are you using a system to limit the amount of "Twist" you get in the frame?
The kit I saw used a hollow center tube so the brake nies and electrical could be run through it to limit their required flex and exposure to elements below.
Really interested to see the steps you take to complete this build!
Hello,
Nothing special in my design, other that it uses needle bearings, unlike the original bronze bushings.
I am using chains to limit travel, and also as a safety in case the swivel fails catastrophically...
Mikel
We use the plastic winch rope on our rock crawling buggy for limit straps...quieter and lighter than chain....Once you get it close, if it is doubled, you can twist it up to shorten....I am sure I could dig up a couple pieces if you want to check it out at some point...
Good idea. Thank you.
Quick update. The driveline is largely in place. I still need to shim the various driveline components to make the u-joint angles match. The rear axle pads aren't welded, so I can rotate the pinion as needed.
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I'm surprised how little effect flex has on the swivel driveshaft. I was expecting a much higher angle.
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That's badass!
Scott
Looking great. How much modification does the underneath side of the cab need to make room for the drive shaft?
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Hopefully none, but we'll find out soon.
This is AWESOME!!!
I love the engineering behind this. Great job, much respect
I am impressed Mikel that thing looks amazing so far keep it up brother.
You blow my mind. That thing is crazy awesome!
I check this everyday haha
See if by chance their is an update on this masterpiece
How did I miss this thread? SUBSCRIBED!
I am in awe of your talents Mikel. :D