Big ride on mower

[AndyUK]

l managed to get an hour on it after work today, bottom layer of the chassis is just about there,
l was pondering just making the rear pivot about a "pin" for suspension, what are peoples views on that and does anyone have any links to what other folk have done ??

 

[Renze]

Nice work !! You must have more time on your hands than i do, i have too many projects at hand to begin even THINK of new projects...

 

[AndyUK]

Nice work !! You must have more time on your hands than i do, i have too many projects at hand to begin even THINK of new projects...

well work is a bit quiet at the moment, just working half days gives more toy time lol

whats this volvo 440 dirt buggy l see in your signature ???

Andy

 

[AndyUK]

had a hunt about in the scarp bin looking for some thing to use as a pivot point on the back axe, came up trumps l think
l found some think that will do the trick l think

l had to chop off the breather for the rear axle so l could plate over the top to beef it up, sure l can relocate it somewhere else

bit of 1/4" plate over the top of the diff to mount the pivot on

and a piece behind it for the hyd steering ram to mount to

 

[woodsmith]

A really good project, and from another UK member! :thumbsup:
That is how I wanted to build mine except I was encouraged to start smaller. Initially I was thinking of using two Land Rover axles and a Lada Niva transfer box but I ended up going two wheel drive in the end.

This is my project build thread http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/175321-electric-tractor-project.html.
I also have the full build thread on the diyelectriccar forum.

Having broken my second transaxle due to the motor being more powerful then I expected I am changing my plans to narrowing a Land Rover Salisbury axle to replace the Wheelhorse axle I am using now. However, injury has stopped me progressing for a while.

If I can get the Salisbury under the back of mine with the Lada transfer box I can then look at adding a front drive axle and equal sized wheels at a later date.

 

[AndyUK]

A really good project, and from another UK member! :thumbsup:
That is how I wanted to build mine except I was encouraged to start smaller. Initially I was thinking of using two Land Rover axles and a Lada Niva transfer box but I ended up going two wheel drive in the end.

This is my project build thread http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/175321-electric-tractor-project.html.
I also have the full build thread on the diyelectriccar forum.



Having broken my second transaxle due to the motor being more powerful then I expected I am changing my plans to narrowing a Land Rover Salisbury axle to replace the Wheelhorse axle I am using now. However, injury has stopped me progressing for a while.

If I can get the Salisbury under the back of mine with the Lada transfer box I can then look at adding a front drive axle and equal sized wheels at a later date.

hi Woodsmith

nice build, l just read your build up thread, manchester, rainy city or at least it is every time l go there lol
niva transfer boxes are good and strong l started this build using one and an inline engine and box but after a month or so l decided l dident like all the box section l was using and was a little concerned about all the weight l was building into it so l decided to start again, all l am using this time round is the wheels and tyres
a couple of pics of the aborted start lol

have you looked at jag back axles ? might fit easier than a cut down landrover one
the diff is good and strong comes with an LSD wont need narrowing and has drive
flanges and disc brakes already fitted

best pic l could find Jaguar IRS axle, 3.07:1 powerlock, LSD. Cobra, Kitcar, hotrod, trike etc. | eBay

Andy

edit: more jag diff pics

 

[AndyUK]

hey woodsmith you shouldent have posted that link to the diyelectriccar forum l have been on there most of the day lol,
your 3 wheeler thread is very good l am about half way through it
l have all sorts of ideas for my buggy swirling round my head now,
l might need to pick your brains later lol

Andy

 

[woodsmith]

You'd be welcome to any brain I can offer!
I am admin over there so I can help point you around if you need.

I thought about a Jag diff but I want a much lower ratio and 36" between the wheel hub faces. It is easier, I reckon, to make a Salisbury narrower then a Jag wider. I have made wider Salisbury axles in the past, with long half shafts each side. Narrow is just going the other way. Also I want steering brakes and so that means either an open diff or an air locker, LSD will get in the way.
I don't mind weight on mine as I want to use it as a winch anchor and a tug, rather then garden or agricultural.

The trike is on hold for a while as I am out of spare cash and good health for the time being. It will progress very slowly now as I also don't need it for a commute either.
Have thought about getting a small old classic car to convert as a quicker project, but we'll see.

 

[chad22]

looking great. Can't wait to see the finished product.

Chad

 

[brin]

Hey Andy....hello...Say if you want to come to see me here in the states...you know across the pond....and build a mower like that with me....come right ahead, I mean after you build yours , you may be bored and looking for something to do....and the 2nd one would be easier than the first....Good eats...Biscuits and Gravy, Fried Chicken, country fried steak, Chitlins....you name we've got it so you won't go hungry...

Really a neat project ..you have lots of talent and will end up with a great machine...keep the pics of your progress coming...they look bloody good.