Shanks Bucket Build

[Shank]

Just a few pics of what I have gotten done. Waiting for the front axle to show up to start the 4 link.

 

[2old2fast]

Progress is a good thing ....... comment ?? IF you're going to channel the body , w/ the engine set that high , you're going to give up alot of floor space....
dave

 

[Shank]

I got some more done last weekend, 4 bars are in and steering parts on the axle

 

[2old2fast]

Your ackerman is reversed ...
dave

 

[Shank]

Your ackerman is reversed ...
dave

Really... Can you explain?

 

[Lee_in_KC]

 

[GAB]

You might take a peek at this...if the link still works.
http://nationaltbucketalliance.com/bb/viewtopic.php?f=20&t=264

 

[Shank]

I understand what ackerman is and how it works. I dont see the importance of it on such a light car, so the tires might scrub a bit during tight turns. I know its debated all the time with these cars, and yet a vast majority of the Buckets still run this set up.

 

[2old2fast]

Google ackerman angle ... far easier than me trying to explain... don't forget your frt. rim size when making changes ..
dave

 

[2old2fast]

I understand what ackerman is and how it works. I dont see the importance of it on such a light car, so the tires might scrub a bit during tight turns. I know its debated all the time with these cars, and yet a vast majority of the Buckets still run this set up.

Well , at this point you can design/build a car w/proper steering geometry ,that will handle well & not put you or others in a compromising position or .......???
dave

 

[Shank]

Well , at this point you can design/build a car w/proper steering geometry ,that will handle well & not put you or others in a compromising position or .......???
dave

 

[butch27]

I worked very hard to get my Ackerman correct and it payed of well. Please put the tie rod BEHIND; It should not be your front bumper.

 

[EX JUNK]

I worked very hard to get my Ackerman correct and it payed of well. Please put the tie rod BEHIND; It should not be your front bumper.

It can be in front of the axle if you make new steering arms. As for it being used as a bumper, if that is as poorly as one drives and can not see a few inches in front if an open wheeled vehicle then it's time to turn in their drivers license. IMHO

Here is a picture of the new steering arms to regain correct Ackerman.



Jim

 

[Shank]

I made the changes this morning, just gotta weld em up. And yes I will bevel the edges to weld, TIG welded in fact




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[2old2fast]

There ya' go
dave

 

[choppedtop]

Unless you center punch something at slow speed, such as a post or fireplug, the front tires would hit first just like a bumper. At high speed, what would it matter? I suppose a dog, or any other animal could cause a problem.
Lee

 

[Shank]

DONE!!!!

 

[2old2fast]

purty !!
dave

 

[butch27]

Dang- you weld nice!

 

[hulkamania]

really digging the slot car track!