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I have started planning again
l0rd - 12/5/10 at 01:29 PM

But not for me this time.

I need to start collecting parts in order to create a scale down 7ensque version.

I have seen some plans a while ago but lost the link.

What should i be looking for?

I have thought of Bike suspension units

but all the rest are a big question mark.

I am thinking either electric or small 50cc scooter engine?

What about hubs, rack and tires?

jossey - 12/5/10 at 01:35 PM

bike suspension is a good idea. maybe off a 650.

get off ebay for about £15 a pair at most.

good luck

l0rd - 12/5/10 at 01:43 PM

quote:
Originally posted by jossey
bike suspension is a good idea. maybe off a 650.

get off ebay for about £15 a pair at most.

good luck


What about Pushbike ones?

55ant - 12/5/10 at 01:59 PM

suspension of a pushbike you'll need to get a full suspension bike as the forks probably wouldn't be usable. head on over to your local dump with some 'persuasion paper' and pick up some old bikes.

[Edited on 12/5/10 by 55ant]

James - 12/5/10 at 02:01 PM

Kinda depends what scale you're talking about!

Child? Lego man?

Might have an affect!

l0rd - 12/5/10 at 02:10 PM

quote:
Originally posted by James
Kinda depends what scale you're talking about!

Child? Lego man?

Might have an affect!



Child friendly

l0rd - 12/5/10 at 02:11 PM

quote:
Originally posted by 55ant
suspension of a pushbike you'll need to get a full suspension bike as the forks probably wouldn't be usable. head on over to your local dump with some 'persuasion paper' and pick up some old bikes.

[Edited on 12/5/10 by 55ant]


I was thinking on rear suspension units.

Ideally would go for new stuff.

brianthemagical - 12/5/10 at 02:28 PM

Some of the formula students use bike dampers.

l0rd - 12/5/10 at 02:37 PM

Yes I have found a couple of suspension units.

What would you suggest though for front and rear hubs and axle and tires?

Go cart parts?

James - 12/5/10 at 02:45 PM

Are we talking kart performance?

I don't know how old your child is but would a starter motor and car battery or 2 do the trick?

Cheers,
James

phelpsa - 12/5/10 at 02:58 PM

quote:
Originally posted by brianthemagical
Some of the formula students use bike dampers.


They generally aren't as they come off the bicycle though! The ones on our FS car are 4 way adjustable, revalved with suitable springs and far from cheap....

l0rd - 12/5/10 at 03:10 PM

quote:
Originally posted by James
Are we talking kart performance?

I don't know how old your child is but would a starter motor and car battery or 2 do the trick?

Cheers,
James


Don't have any but planning on. I am sure it will take me a good 6 months before i start building but i would like to source the parts so i can do it on a small budget.

Ideally, start with electric and then convert to petrol.

Not great performance. max 20-30mph later on so it will have to be strong enough for this.

l0rd - 12/5/10 at 03:12 PM

I believe i am looking on a 1:2 scale

sucksqueezebangblow - 12/5/10 at 03:39 PM

I think you might have trouble with bike spring/damper units unless you fit much lighter springs. Remember the bike damper in on the end of a much longer lever than a wishbone, and one holds up the rider while you will have four on your kiddie car.

mds167 - 12/5/10 at 04:53 PM

I believe MNR have created a scaled down Vortx - don't know if they sell the plans (or how locost such a kit would be).

l0rd - 12/5/10 at 09:18 PM

quote:
Originally posted by mds167
I believe MNR have created a scaled down Vortx - don't know if they sell the plans (or how locost such a kit would be).


Yes, i saw that in Stoneleigh. Mine will be a lot bigger. Will be deffo a 2 seater. Probably bigger than 1:2 scale.

I am thinking about 70cm wide on cockpit area and 2.2m long