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University of Cincinnati Supermileage: Prototype Body Experiments
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage. Thanks to the guys at Hern for their support. We didn't waste any time experimenting with the shrink wrap on the prototype frame. The first thing we did just to try it out was boxing in the front sides of the frame. Some tape around the edges, some patience with the heat gun, and the result was a drum tight, smooth surface! Taping a piece on the side. Hitting it with the heat. Checking the canopy with the prototype sides. The rear "upper cage" prior to covering.
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage: Sleeving, Part II
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage. Sleeving, Part II. Machined sleeve with relief chamfer. Sleeve dropped halfway into cylinder, broken crankcase wall. Tuesday, February 10, 2009. Posted by Daniel Findley. Die Craft Machining and Engineering. UC CAS MET Homepage. Sleeving, Part III. Sleeving, Part II. Steering Trials: Triangle versus Rack and Pinion. University of Cincinnati Supermileage.
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage: November 2008
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage. Engine Sleeving, Etc. Halfway down the cylinder, the sleeve cooled and expanded to make the fit a lot tighter. I gave Jason a hand with the pump arm, and we were put to the test. When Mick gave the thumbs up to signal that we had reached the bottom, Jason and I were quite relieved. Bosley even smiled. The block and sleeve on the hydraulic press. Top view of the sleeve in the cylinder. Bottom view of the sleeve in the cylinder. Sunday, November 30, 2008. This theory ...
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage: New Steering Components
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage. Jason has finished up one set of his new steering bracket configuration (see previous post). Big thanks to FKI logistics for helping us burn these parts out with the laser and using the brake to get the initial bend in for us! Milling for the Axle Shoulder. Boring the Axle Shoulder. Cutting off the old steering brackets. Notching for the Kinpin Tube (2 degrees leading caster). New Kingpin tubes welded with 2 degrees leading caster. Tuesday, February 10, 2009.
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage: February 2009
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage. Sleeving, Part III. Once the sleeve was in, we drilled and tapped holes to match the bolt pattern of the Honda OHC head. Dan pressed the lower timing gear on the crankshaft and a timing shaft extension on the camshaft. With the timing chain tensioner in place, we were one step closer to getting the engine running. Next on the list: intake and exhaust systems. Unmodified 3.5HP Briggs and Stratton block. Modified B&S block with cast iron sleeve. Sleeving, Part II.
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage: It Rolls!
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage. Just a quick video of us pushing the car around the shop floor at Central Roller. Tuesday, February 10, 2009. Posted by 2009 UC Supermileage. Die Craft Machining and Engineering. UC CAS MET Homepage. Sleeving, Part III. Sleeving, Part II. Steering Trials: Triangle versus Rack and Pinion. University of Cincinnati Supermileage.
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage: January 2009
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage. Steering Design, Prototypes, and Optimization. While Rusty was cutting and welding the Tank frame, Jason was busy fabricating his first prototype steering configuration for the Tank rolling chassis. His set-up was similar to go-kart style steering, using a custom assembly of M20 bolts (cut and drilled for axles), water-jetted steering arms, and custom turned kingping tubes:. David running the waterjet at DieCraft Engineering, one of our team sponsors. While we all h...
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage: October 2008
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage. Early Work and Concept Design. Canopy just unpacked (modeled in the concept drawings). Practice" Briggs disassembled for trial sleeving. Friday, October 31, 2008. Posted by 2009 UC Supermileage. From left to right: Associate Dean Allen Arthur (faculty advisor), Mick Long (Body Design), Rusty Koch (Frame Design), Dan Findley (Engine Design), David Ramsey (Drivetrain Design), and Jason Hadsell (Steering Design). Posted by 2009 UC Supermileage. Tuesday, October 21, 2008.
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage: Steering Trials: Triangle versus Rack and Pinion
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage. Steering Trials: Triangle versus Rack and Pinion. The Pitman Triangle setup. The Rack and Pinion setup. No winter coats back then! Monday, February 9, 2009. Posted by 2009 UC Supermileage. Die Craft Machining and Engineering. UC CAS MET Homepage. Sleeving, Part III. Sleeving, Part II. Steering Trials: Triangle versus Rack and Pinion. University of Cincinnati Supermileage.
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage: Sleeving, Part III
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University of Cincinnati Supermileage. Sleeving, Part III. Once the sleeve was in, we drilled and tapped holes to match the bolt pattern of the Honda OHC head. Dan pressed the lower timing gear on the crankshaft and a timing shaft extension on the camshaft. With the timing chain tensioner in place, we were one step closer to getting the engine running. Next on the list: intake and exhaust systems. Unmodified 3.5HP Briggs and Stratton block. Modified B&S block with cast iron sleeve. UC CAS MET Homepage.
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