Bent Fab AZ Pinata build

Really cool build.

How much did that starter adapter from pcbway cost? What kind of tolerances can they hold?

Seems like a really great service for "I really ****ing don't want to do this on my manual machine" type parts if the price is right.
 
Djui5 said:
Question, did you make the carrier bearing? If so can u make me one?
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I used PCBway to machine two of them. One for me and the other for Boomtacoma01 . I'd be more inclined to sell the file and then you or someone else can figure out the cheapest way to get it machined.
 
arse_sidewards said:
Really cool build.

How much did that starter adapter from pcbway cost? What kind of tolerances can they hold?

Seems like a really great service for "I really ****ing don't want to do this on my manual machine" type parts if the price is right.
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Thanks! I paid $125 shipped for the 4140 starter adapter.
 
I've started on the floors and center console. The plan is to have all of my electronics in the center console with bulkhead connectors for the wiring. The console will mount directly to the floor panels only.

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My upper and lower rad hoses are complete. The 3D printed mockup pieces made routing easy. I changed the upper hose up a bit due to the PS reservoir.

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My only concern with the upper hose being rigged is the potential for fatigue cracks. Time will tell.

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I'm going with a manual valve for rear steer. I didn't want the valve between the seats due to the hydraulic lines taking up a bunch of room.

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I look at this thread vs mine in the same way I watch Joe Bonamassa play vs me play :emb:. "I QUIT." :laughing:

Great stuff!
 
D_JEEPER said:
Are you planning to run mechanical stops on the driver lever to prevent too much stress on the toggle?
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I don't think that will be necessary. The stock valve doesn't have any stops built into it beyond what the lever can throw.
 
SMKYTXN said:
I don't think that will be necessary. The stock valve doesn't have any stops built into it beyond what the lever can throw.
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My thought was more of a hard jostle while wheeling and catching the lever a bit harder than a typical intended movement. Looks like a bit of a mechanical advantage on the hydro valve having the linkage at the tip. I'm just over-thinking it I am sure....always going 'worst-case' haha. :beer: :laughing:
 
I finally figured out how to efficiently mount my fuel cell. I'm trying to not add any more weight than is absolutely necessary. I ended up not using the feet on the back of the cell and added a support at the top. I'll cut the extra feet off and clean up the cell when final assembly comes around.

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I haven't built a mount for it yet, but I did decide on the batteries home. I have a good four inches between the terminals and the bottom of my seat. Should be plenty even after the seat breaks in.

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And the steering is starting to take shape.

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