Ed's 'StreetRunner' Quad Build

Houston, we have a problem

No pic update..sorry.
I'm having camera, computer, USB to SD card reader, and temperament issues this morning.

The 'NEW' computer is out of storage space...Really? Seems Microsoft has a grip on you. OneDrive is 5GB is free. So now I'm having to dig deeper into how this new computer works. to reclaim that space and bypass the back-up function.

Grrrrr! This is not in my mental plans at the moment.
 
YEAAAA! Got it. Now if I can remember how I did it????

I will spare you all the details, but a workaround helped. More to learn, though.

This tilt body setup will provide much better access to all areas of the body.
I used my overhead hoist to pull it up and back.
It's manageable with one person, but it will be difficult to get the leverage needed to start.





 
A good day, it has been.

Changed to working on completing the brake system.

Before starting today's work, there was an intense search of tablets, boxes, counter-tops, etc, trying to find a second fluid reservoir.
Found it! :D

Next, it was on to setting up, taking advantage of the 'tilt-cab', which worked as designed.
More access to the master cylinder and reservoir area.
I am thinking about suggestions to use actuators to assist the upper movement.



The rest of the day was spent fashioning out of parts on hand a bracket for the two reservoirs.

That was successful as well. All is mounted, welded, tightened, and ready for 'blake breeding'...oops,😇 I mean brake bleeding.



 
Good morning Zombie's

With Brad's news that AtomicZombie/Chop Zone will soon fade into history, my thoughts turned to fellowship.
It has been a wonderful ride on AZ, learning, posting, meeting, and showing all our endeavors.

I, for one, appreciate the fellowship this website has provided. So many from around the world have often,
and still offer thoughts and suggestions that help in the process of creating something from nothing.

Over the years, many have followed my builds and at times offered advice along the way.
I so appreciate that effort and wish it to continue.
I will post updated progress here as long as it's possible.

I invite all who wish to continue to follow my progress to join me (Just_Ed) on EndlessSphere. (ES)
As is true with AZ, you will meet members with many talents. Many are knowledgeable and eager to assist in many areas.

The link below takes you to my StreetRunner build from 2020 to the present. I usually dual-post here and on ES.
You will find additional content not included here on AZ.

Continue to follow me, 'Just_Ed' @
endless-sphere.com

C Cab Hot Rod Power Advice

Ed here. I've been aware of this site for a number of years, and have looked in, now and then. But now I'm getting to the point in my build that I need, the kind of help this site seems to be able to provide. I'm currently building a C Cab Hot Rod, and I'm seeking advice on what power will be...
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To all who join me on ES, thank you.
Thank you to all who helped me over the years.

And another thank you to Brad and Kat for making this all possible.

See you over on ES
 
Today, a couple of different projects.

First, I started by cutting out an oak plywood panel for instruments and switches, etc.
During this time, I pondered moving the two cup holders away from this panel.
Where the gold tray now sits.



I had been thinking about this area (outside corner) for some time, and finally pulled the trigger.
The first of two holders. Fastened with chrome acorn nuts, of course. Gotta have my bling.



They will be a contrasting gold, or maybe I'll try the new chrome paint and see how that looks.

 
Electrical systems are not my forte'.

I'm getting seriously close to firing this puppy up again and letting it loose. All 24.5 mph of it..
But first, I've had to re-acquaint myself with voltage, ohm's law, voltage, amperes, SHORTS :eek:,
which color goes where, or isn't a color, and a few utterances not for print.

Learning all over again the 'flow' of electricity isn't easy in my declining mental years.
But I am persevering and have made it to the headlights work, and I am discovering I need to install those two relays.

The turn signal beeper works great, just no pretty little lights yet.
Maybe its still not enough resistance, as I haven't finished reconnecting all the lights (LEDs)

Catastrophe averted

A near catastrophe when I lost momentary control of the body, pulling it up. I wasn't watching the pulley; instead, the body, and it darted past center, with the full weight starting to pull the body backwards. (full tilt). I was able to stop it with the hoist/ropes and averted a bad situation.




A bit of a rats nest at the moment. But I'm relearning and cleaning up at the same time.
Tomorrow I'll be tackling the relay installation for the head/running lights.



FYI, I'm only working on the 12-volt system now.
The BIG BOY!, a 72lb, 48V, 60Ah battery comes next.
A Nissan Leaf lithium-ion battery will be installed for the road test.



Wheels off....a serious sign I'm about to perform a power check.
Got the car pushed up against the cabinets and tug to make sure nothing else comes as a surprise.
Now that I have the wheels/tires off, I can reposition those jack stands further apart.

 
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I'm seeing a slightly dimly lit sign of daylight.

I've been working on cleaning up the rats' nest wiring.
I'm pleased with how this is turning out.
So far, it's looking less cluttered.



The lower deck is dedicated to the 48-volt circuit,
except the relays (M1&M2), which are on the upper deck/left. (Since removed)

I installed two 'midi' ANL fuses, lower left.
Each motor circuit now has its own safety net, a fuse.
My theory/logic is that if one motor circuit blows a fuse, then I have a backup. (Unless the main battery fuse goes, then I'll need that proverbial paddle).

The distribution block upper deck/right is for a ground point.
The fuse block is dedicated to all 12-volt needs.
To the left of the fuse block are 5 x 12-volt 40-amp relays.

I had issues with trying to use relays with the 48-volt motor system, so they are gone for now. I went back to the manufacturer/seller's wiring diagram, and all is working as it should.

I still need to use two toggle switches for selecting 1 or 2 motors. That may still require using relays, which remains to be seen.

At this point, the motor circuit is back up and running, so now it's time to do a complete safety check. The running gear needs to work, be safe, and reliable. Did I mention ....able to STOP! :eek:
If all goes well, I'll move on to the 12-volt system.

So the next step is to go over the complete project, for loose hardware, dangling wires, brake system, etc., and prepare for some test driving. I may load it up and take it to our local fairgrounds to give it a lengthy road test. I will video that when it happens.
 
edspedalcars said:
I'm seeing a slightly dimly lit sign of daylight.

I've been working on cleaning up the rats' nest wiring.
I'm pleased with how this is turning out.
So far, it's looking less cluttered.



The lower deck is dedicated to the 48-volt circuit,
except the relays (M1&M2), which are on the upper deck/left. (Since removed)

I installed two 'midi' ANL fuses, lower left.
Each motor circuit now has its own safety net, a fuse.
My theory/logic is that if one motor circuit blows a fuse, then I have a backup. (Unless the main battery fuse goes, then I'll need that proverbial paddle).

The distribution block upper deck/right is for a ground point.
The fuse block is dedicated to all 12-volt needs.
To the left of the fuse block are 5 x 12-volt 40-amp relays.

I had issues with trying to use relays with the 48-volt motor system, so they are gone for now. I went back to the manufacturer/seller's wiring diagram, and all is working as it should.

I still need to use two toggle switches for selecting 1 or 2 motors. That may still require using relays, which remains to be seen.

At this point, the motor circuit is back up and running, so now it's time to do a complete safety check. The running gear needs to work, be safe, and reliable. Did I mention ....able to STOP! :eek:
If all goes well, I'll move on to the 12-volt system.

So the next step is to go over the complete project, for loose hardware, dangling wires, brake system, etc., and prepare for some test driving. I may load it up and take it to our local fairgrounds to give it a lengthy road test. I will video that when it happens.
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Feeling of success

How great is the feeling of achievement? After all the mental stress, finally to feel the dopamine of success.
The last stage of the motor circuit has been achieved. I currently have the circuit wired so both motors run (together).
But how to toggle them as separate units? Relays? Tried that, which apparently is not required.

Can’t see the trees for the forest.

It came to me while sitting in the dim light of early morning, enjoying my fresh brew.
I’ve been keying (pun here) on the key ignition switch. Thinking it had to be part of the circuit. After all, it came as part of the system.

The light gets brighter. The ignition ‘switch’ is just that, a friggin switch DAH!

So, out with the ignition switch and in with two toggles.
I disconnected the spliced ignition wiring and reconnected it to the now separate on/off switches.

Voila! It works, it works! Yay!

One motor right or left, or two motors. All forward or back. I ran it for about 10 minutes without wheels/tires and another 10 minutes with wheels/tires. All systems are GO! No sign of overheating of wires, motors, or battery.

Battery charge started at 55.2 and finished at 54.6/7 at the end of the 20-minute +/- test.

I’m a happy camper.
 
The best part of any project for sure!
I always find it difficult to keep going at this point too, since the challenge may be gone now.
But your fans.... they need to see that monster painted!
 
Radical Brad said:
The best part of any project for sure!
I always find it difficult to keep going at this point too, since the challenge may be gone now.
But your fans.... they need to see that monster painted!
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Not to worry, its primary goal in life is to show and go. The go part is virtually done.

Next will be to dress that puppy for the show. Hopefully, before AZ's finale..
 
Oh, Woe is Me.

This, my friends, is why we do test drives.



I drove it around, but I still have no brakes. During the drive, I noticed the front wheels had a bit more wobble than the last time I drove it. After getting it back in the shop, I noticed the toe-in/out was off as well. I measured and was attempting to reinstall the tie-rod when ... :eek:the wheel broke off and layed over. Just like (for those that can recall) the slapstick days of film.

This is the biggest thing to go wrong during this process. It couldn't have broken in a worse place. This will set me back a while while I figure out how to fix or replace it with something else.

 
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