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Michael RichardMember ID: MichaelR
Status: Free MemberAlbany, GA., USA 
Last Login: 2020-09-18 16:52
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Spindlekraft
Posted on: Sunday March 8, 2020
Still working on the spindles. I took a different direction on these from others. I'm hoping this design will help alleviate the stress on the part of the 3/4" bolt at the hex head to shaft junction. The stub axles will interference fit into the spindle ring, and just be tack welded from the rear to keep from overheating the bolt at the weld. We'll see. The tie rod you see is just a fiberglass piece to use for figuring out max steering angle. KPI is 8 degree's, and stub axles are welded at...
To Arms, To Arms!
Posted on: Friday March 6, 2020
Started building up the spindles by getting the bushes in and sorted, and the steering arms welded. Just some 1/2 inch bolts holding her up there. 5/8 on the way. Another piece will be welded cross-ways in front of these for the stub axles to fit through. Add a little bracing and some grinding for appearance and we should be on our way to steering.
Spindle Brackets
Posted on: Sunday March 1, 2020
Fabbed up the spindle brackets,, cut the axle to length, and have the first pass of welding done on them. 8 degree's TPI, and 8 degree's caster, which is adjustable later. This Martyr is finally starting to look like something.
Front Friction Shocks
Posted on: Sunday February 23, 2020
Finished the front friction shocks today. I used valve springs for tensioning as I had read on a hot rod sight. They work pretty well, but will disassemble and paint them when the frame is finished so I can soak the wood discs in oil before reassembly.
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