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> But isn't the geometry somewhat wrong? I mean, if one of the shock
> absorbers are depressed, the corresponding ball link connector is going
> to be angled upwards, pulling the axle forwards. This will mean that
> the connection to the shock absorber becomes skew, putting some stress
> on the peg connectors. But this effect is probably quite minor.
You are certainly correct about this, but as the travel of the suspension is
relatively short, the effect is not a problem. The setup really is very
smooth. By the way, I've changed the menu on the page now, and added
some 'vintage' models that I made long ago! There is less technical
information about these models, but you may find some of them interesting.
> My approach is different. What I'm making is more of a true live axle,
> with the differential located inside the axle. This design requires a
> lot of space in the rear quaters of the vehicle, and is difficult to
> incorporate. But I enjoy the challenge!
I shall look forward to seeing the results on your webpage {:>)
Neil
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> Fredrik
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| (...) Yes, I believe you about this. I tend to be too anal about the mechanics being geometrically correct myself, which can be a bit of a nuisance some times. It is a good thing to be able to loosen these principles some times since you can be much (...) (24 years ago, 13-Aug-00, to lugnet.technic, lugnet.build)
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| (...) Your approach is certainly very interesting! Honestly, I didn't know what a DeDion axle was, but I do now. :-) The design is probably very efficient and low frictiony, like you say. And keeping the differential fixed makes the rest of the (...) (24 years ago, 11-Aug-00, to lugnet.technic, lugnet.build)
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