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Re: Telehandler
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lugnet.technic
Date: 
Sat, 23 Oct 2004 00:23:28 GMT
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In lugnet.technic, Nathan Bell wrote:

Feel free to ask more questions!

Ok! Nice work BTW.

I assume it is possible to "mix" various degrees of crab and normal steering?
Also, is it necessary to recalibrate the wheels to go back into a straight line
sometimes? I see you have a 24 tooth clutch gear that might be used for this
purpose...

Jennifer



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(...) Jennifer Clark! I am a big fan of yours. Your website is very good and informative. I especially like the big track-hoe. You are correct, it is possible to mix different degrees of crab and normal steering. Tilting and turning the ball (...) (20 years ago, 24-Oct-04, to lugnet.technic)

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The steering works best if the entire vehicle is in motion (like a car without power steering). Since it is turning all 4 wheels, more torque must be exerted to turn the steering ball than if 2 wheels were being turned. Another issue is the weight. (...) (20 years ago, 22-Oct-04, to lugnet.technic)

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