Soapbox tech

[istoo]

same as you Ferg

Distracted with other unexpected things lately. but wheels and steering all together, still debating chassis. half tempted to go for 25x50mm steel section an bolt it together using plywood brackets. still in theory mode! but will blitz it in a day. honest...

[campbell]

Nearly got a wheel on

[Ferg]

Got some time off coming up so going to dedicate some time to SoapBox

In meantime here's an idea for those test outings.

Watch on YouTube

[istoo]

i have to get building this week as well, cheated and used 25x25mm steel box section, ordered last week, going to bolt using plywood brackets, again all so 8 year old can help build... should be fine, what could go wrong... will post progress on Monday

[Ferg]

I had great ideas about using scrap wood etc but not had time to hunt down. Fighting it but may just buy some timber, don't need much.

[campbell]

What's the bolt / thread / nut size of "regular" bike axles? I need to order a variety pack from Screwfix.

Ta!

[Ferg]

The bmx wheels I got have a very fine thread on them. Applying a thread gauge to work it out is on the list.

Check this out it has a table at the bottom.
http://www.parktool.com/blog/repair-hel ... -section-1

[campbell]

Many thanks, Ferg

[anthonyyule]

Final Instructions and Regs will be issued sometime next week guys
Sorry its been a while since Ive posted anything - but I can't wait to see what you guys have been working on

[campbell]

Er, mostly random bits of wood.

Need to pick up the pace =8-o

[campbell]

We have rear wheels mounted to uprights and chassis rails now

Next stop front axle.

As for brakes. Acht, who needs em.

[Ferg]

Today there was progress! First pass at the chassis constructed but not fastened anything permenantly yet. Going to solidify up the rear. Like the sound of rear uprights Campbell! My bmx forks approach has created some issues.

[campbell]

I've stalled a bit. Need to make some time - again!!

[campbell]

Just received our final "competitors pack". This jolted me to check our accom booking. We have a tent pitch booked at the Aboyne Loch Camp Site, £22 for the night of Sat 20th, so if anyone else is travelling from further afield (Ferg!), just thought I'd mention.

Rumours of final shakedown testing by tearing around the campsite are totally correct

[Ferg]

I have built to the minimum track width spec of the Scottish Cartie association. Problem is that this puts me 5cm over the maximum width of the cart in the rules just sent.


I'm also not impressed with the inclusion of a 350mm jump!! The original site say (kerb height). Most of us are entering kids as drivers for the thrill of the race. I feel this is an attempt to turn it into a crash and bash like the Red Bull events. Hopefully our carts, and kids will all survive.