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Thanks Mark, Hope all's well with you and family. Chassis plans are ongoing, yet to decide which species of wood to select....... meanwhile, I've been working on the 'clamshell style' clutch system design. Details were mentioned in post nbr#10 on page 1. - The steel ring is retained in the whole while I make and attach the various parts, then will cut it up when ready to close the 5/32" dia (4mm) rivets. Also then attach (copper rivets) the friction lining. The 2 halves pivot on 1/2"dia (12.7mm) rod. the hinges are machined from solid and initially screwed together. Also welding them later before shaping. Quite pleased with the fit and no play in the hinge parts- The bits of Angle plate were cold forged to shape with a hammer. Another essential time saving part dropped into the stock for this project and although slightly large, they will suit the style of this project. A pair of cast iron wheels were obtained, rust welded to an axle. Took a while to separate them and clean up- These are just under 10 inches in dia (250mm approx) and are not 'handed', so the curved spokes will be opposite on each side. I found oil holes under the dirt and rust, so I've tapped them out to fit brass 'Oilers' - The paint is the only colour I have in proper enamel, so not yet decidied the final colour. So a good price of a 'tenner' (UKL£10.00) secured these and saved me a lot of work. May even go for a 3 wheeler chassis?. Regards.