Difference between revisions of "MakerFX Common Chassis Concept"
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We are designing a common chassis that can be used by MakerFX PPPRS teams. The [[FloridaMan_Racer | FloridaMan Racer]] is the prototype, and then we will build other cars using the same design. | We are designing a common chassis that can be used by MakerFX PPPRS teams. The [[FloridaMan_Racer | FloridaMan Racer]] is the prototype, and then we will build other cars using the same design. | ||
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| + | The chassis is 1" tube steel (1/8" thickness), and is fairly simple to cut and weld It has a few 45* cuts that are easy on the metal chop saw. | ||
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| + | The rear axle bolts on using pillow blocks, and the front steering is also bolt-on. | ||
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| + | [[File:common_chassis_sketch.jpg|800px]] | ||
Latest revision as of 15:59, 4 February 2018
We are designing a common chassis that can be used by MakerFX PPPRS teams. The FloridaMan Racer is the prototype, and then we will build other cars using the same design.
The chassis is 1" tube steel (1/8" thickness), and is fairly simple to cut and weld It has a few 45* cuts that are easy on the metal chop saw.
The rear axle bolts on using pillow blocks, and the front steering is also bolt-on.
