T 2 Dimensions

[multisync]

Hi Andrew
I don't want to put you off your plans, but think about the following and you may have some ideas to help me in my next build.

On my Toylander build I used the scooter motor and axle unit, and control circuitry, but I didn't use any of the front end mechanical scooter parts at all.
There are a number of things to consider about mobility scooters.

I used a Shoprider 4, there are a number of identical models marketed under different names and they are 4 mph models.
The overall width to the outside faces of the rear wheels is 21.5 inches.
With the wheels removed the axle dimension, end to end is 18.5 inches.
With sprockets fitted and chains to drive the rear wheels, and allowing for the wheel width; the overall dimension to the outside faces of the Toylander wheels then comes out at 28 inches, which fits in nicely with the body size. The picture gives a view of the setup.

So you can see that the drive unit width is critical, unless you have facilities to alter the axle and half shaft lengths.

I have a much smaller mobility scooter that I can lift in and out of the car for my wife, its lighter, smaller, smaller motor, smaller wheels, and so on; but the width over the rear wheels is 21 inches, near enough the same! So again would be suitable for a model build. The larger scooters are much wider and may be difficult to fit.
I think I will start a new topic about my new project and include the rest of the info there.
It will be under Custom Models and   New Project...A LORRY?
Best Wishes
Walter

[powelly999]

Many thanks Walter

Good food for thought, I'll check the drive unit's width before I buy. I was thinking about the wheel track dimensions and thought that the track may be a little wider, but I saw a small trailer the other day with plastic wheel arches that looked like the newer Land Rover type but only smaller. Closer inspection found them to be cut down, ovalish, rectangular washing up bowls! Got me thinking though!

Thanks again
Andrew

[multisync]

Hi Andrew
I like it, I like it, whoever did that is my kind of guy!
Have you seen my headlights!
They started life as the tops off coffee jars!
Waste not want not.
My wife can't understand all the junk I collect, but I can always see something in a piece of scrap, that the original manufacturer never intended.
Lateral thinking I guess
Walter

[powelly999]

Hi Walter

It must be a South Wales thing that collecting 'useful' stuff is a proper pastime. Unfortunately I have recently moved house and had to be a bit ruthless in the garage before we did, so now I have nowhere near the bits I once had! But, hey ho, the scrap yards are still open.

I'm getting grief off my 10 yr old to take a trip to Cwmbran to see the blue one!

What have I started, just another phase for the 'kids'  ?

Regards
Andrew

[multisync]

Hi Guys
Yes Mark
Important point that, about getting scooter first before building body tub. I built the body to the plans but it was not possible to get the axle unit in then. I had to cut a large hole for access and then plate it to regain body strength.
It's all a bit chicken and egg problem!
Walter

[multisync]

Hi Andrew
Nice to see you this morning and glad you brought your own test driver!, Owen, with you. Hope you found it interesting and useful



Driver's got a smile on his face!

Best wishes
Walter

[powelly999]

Hi Walter

Thanks for everything yesterday, Owain really did enjoy the test drive and keeps asking "when are we starting ours"!
The knowledge gained from our visit has been invaluable and I can now see what I really need, and the mistakes I might have made. I'm looking into the speed control side already and found a little useful info on the web but most companies are keeping their speed controller wiring diagrams to themselves.

Once again, thanks very much for your kind hospitality and we will definitely be visiting again soon!

Kind regards
Andrew