So what could DannyC do with this ?
Why not turn it into a proof of concept Python type quad ?
So he has already built a 2WD drive unit integrated into a quad rear axle ?
So he makes the pivot on the above trike vertical welds/bolts the 2WD unit in the front frame in place of the current IGH , puts the seat back on and gives it a spin.
Now before all you theorists tear the idea to pieces ...
1) only proof of concept ? the proof maybe ' it's a bad idea '
2) yes it will/may have bump steer ? [ so does MY quad !!! ] can it be lived with or controlled [ bungee , dampers etc ] see 1)
3) he has all the parts ?
4) he looks like a Test Dummy under certain lighting conditions ?
Don't forget in some circles my Python is considered the spawn of the devil and cannot possibly work [ sadly no one told it
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if it could work it would make an interesting pedal car as it removes a lot of the design restraints ie.
a) what to do with the chain
b) no Ackerman or centre point needed
c) race tracks are predominately smooth or very smooth
d) does it need caster ?
e) it could be built VERY low
f) probably short as well
Paul

Why not turn it into a proof of concept Python type quad ?
So he has already built a 2WD drive unit integrated into a quad rear axle ?
So he makes the pivot on the above trike vertical welds/bolts the 2WD unit in the front frame in place of the current IGH , puts the seat back on and gives it a spin.
Now before all you theorists tear the idea to pieces ...
1) only proof of concept ? the proof maybe ' it's a bad idea '
2) yes it will/may have bump steer ? [ so does MY quad !!! ] can it be lived with or controlled [ bungee , dampers etc ] see 1)
3) he has all the parts ?
4) he looks like a Test Dummy under certain lighting conditions ?
Don't forget in some circles my Python is considered the spawn of the devil and cannot possibly work [ sadly no one told it
if it could work it would make an interesting pedal car as it removes a lot of the design restraints ie.
a) what to do with the chain
b) no Ackerman or centre point needed
c) race tracks are predominately smooth or very smooth
d) does it need caster ?
e) it could be built VERY low
f) probably short as well
Paul