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Home Page: Todd Hildebrandt
Faribault, MN, USA

Total Posts: 26

Latest Post: 2015-06-26

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Motor Plate And Adjuster

Todd Hildebrandt — Posted on The Cyclekart Club
Thursday May 7, 2015 8:54 PM

Today the motor plate got made. Dad had a large chunk of 2X6X3/16 that seemed to be perfect for the cause. The too thin plate (for my taste) that came from BMI served as a useful template. My mini mill isn't here yet so I had to armstrong the slots.

A motor adjuster was also made from scraps. It can unbolt from the motor plate and go in the tool box after use.

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Member Comments on Journal Entry: Motor Plate And Adjuster ↵

2015-05-07 23:44:38 # 25871

Comment by Dennis Thomas

That is a great idea. I'm going to give it a try. Adjusting the chain to the proper tension is a pain

2015-05-08 05:31:02 # 25872

Comment by Mike Poinsett

Nice work, Todd. Love the adjuster concept.

2015-05-08 08:11:41 # 25875

Comment by Todd Hildebrandt

Thanks guys, forgot to mention that on my predator engine a notch was needed in the push block for oil drain plug clearance.

2015-05-08 08:12:58 # 25876

Comment by Todd Hildebrandt

Thanks guys, forgot to mention that on my predator engine a notch was needed in the push block for oil drain plug clearance.

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