the showman 4,074 #1 Posted February 25, 2014 This build is one I did a while ago, but for those who hav'nt seen it I thought I would share it with you. We often say we have enough parts to build another one so here we go. as you can see I started with the chassis but all the old ones have a lot of holes in so I decided to make a new one, out with chop saw and stick welder , next was a transmission. 1 neil reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the showman 4,074 #2 Posted February 25, 2014 forgot this one Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylyon 171 #3 Posted February 26, 2014 This is going to be interesting. I'll likely direct some RS people here to see this one! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the showman 4,074 #4 Posted February 26, 2014 thanks karl Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the showman 4,074 #5 Posted February 26, 2014 next on the list is front wheels, I want to use early narrow one's and the early narrow rear's as well. the engine iam going to use is an 8 hp kohler with electric start. using a 8 speed tranny the 8 hp will be plenty. next the bonnet and for looks I went for the charger 12. the dash stands that I have are a bit rusty so I bent up a new one 1 ranger reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the showman 4,074 #6 Posted February 26, 2014 I'am not to sure to use a rear fender and like the look of the fender kit used on the RJ's which I bought on one of my trips to the Wheelhorse show in PA. a bit of bodywork looks very useable, pick a gas tank, and cut the upstand the last photo of the front axle parts but you'll have to wait until tomorrow for the answer 2 pmackellow and ranger reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheeledhorseman 19 #7 Posted February 26, 2014 Masterclass Chris- I like it! Thanks for posting. Andy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 3 #8 Posted February 26, 2014 Looking good....Keep the photos coming. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the showman 4,074 #9 Posted February 26, 2014 When visiting the show in PA I fell in love with the trikes, and no one has one in the UK, so here's the steering. the first photo shows the parts used, a length of solid rod and tube, an old engine plate, mower deck bearing, a blade spacer, a box of chain and cogs from a auto jumble and steering column for the axle. the second and third photo show the bearing and grease nipple and top gearwheel from a Cortina camshaft, all welded up and will bolt in the chassis rails next job was to bolt everything together and see if it all fits and works Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the showman 4,074 #10 Posted February 26, 2014 next job is to bolt it all together to see if it fits and works Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ian 2,417 #11 Posted February 27, 2014 Thanks for posting this build Chris, I've only ever seen the finished product, so see how you got there is going to be interesting Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C-101plowerpower 548 #12 Posted February 27, 2014 awesome, wish i could do that Koen Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the showman 4,074 #13 Posted February 27, 2014 Here's a few photo's of it hung together to see if it works ! 1 chris hall reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 4,458 #14 Posted February 27, 2014 Keep it coming, Chris. BTW. How stable is it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the showman 4,074 #15 Posted February 27, 2014 And it works. its a bit strange to drive with zero turn and I have to say that I did clip the wall on one of the turns, but good fun ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meadowfield 1,900 #16 Posted February 27, 2014 Looks damn near perfect before the paint job! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the showman 4,074 #17 Posted February 27, 2014 The next job is to break it down for shot blasting and paintwork. thanks mark can't be leave it was 2011 when I built it, where's the time gone ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meadowfield 1,900 #18 Posted February 27, 2014 I know, it's nuts! We blink and another year goes by... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neil 524 #19 Posted February 27, 2014 I wouldnt mind having a go on that one day Chris , would be quite an experience . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the showman 4,074 #20 Posted March 2, 2014 here's some primered parts and wheels 1 ranger reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bowtiebutler956 166 #21 Posted March 2, 2014 Wow Chris, your a very talented individual! This is a great project, with very high quality standard. Really enjoying this thread. Matt Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the showman 4,074 #22 Posted March 2, 2014 here's some red bits Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bowtiebutler956 166 #23 Posted March 3, 2014 SHINY! Love it! Matt Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the showman 4,074 #24 Posted March 4, 2014 here's the last of the photos 2 ranger and S1g reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the showman 4,074 #25 Posted March 4, 2014 just forgot to say thanks to my son Steve for the paintwork and to Machinery decals for the decals Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
