88high Posted March 19, 2012 Posted March 19, 2012 Hello everyone! I have been thinking for quite a while to make my very first 8x8 trialtruck. After studying different designs by different builders, I found that there is two main techniques. The first one is to build a 8x8 Tatra. Simple, Simple, Simple, since my Tatra Suspension design is very modular, resulting in it being super easy to make into a 8x8. So, I do not want to do that because the whole purpose of technic is to challenge yourself! My other common option is to make a multiple-axis pendular suspension. If you didnt understand that, I mean a suspension that holds a double-axle unit, and has a pivot point on the middle of the double-axle unit, and also another pivot point mounted on the pivot holder going side-to side. I probably just confused you more, but those who did get it...thanks :D Anyways, I am hoping to build something with multi-pivotal suspension, kind of like Sheepo's Lizard 8X8. I am probably going to use 3X PF XL motors, two for the front axle unit, and one for the rear axle unit. The motors will all be MOA or motor-on-axle. I am also hoping to use dual steering up-front, powered by a PF M Motor. Dual battery boxes & a winch are a high probability too. that is what I was thinking of making. Next, let me move on to some questions... 1.) how would I make a frame to accommodate the dual-pivot? 2.) should I put some type of linkages between the two axles? 3.) how can I add shock absorbers?!? Thanks for reading. below are some of the ideas in pictures I was thinking of using: Quote
DLuders Posted March 20, 2012 Posted March 20, 2012 Why do you have two nearly-identical topics for the same thing? Quote
88high Posted March 20, 2012 Author Posted March 20, 2012 Why do you have two nearly-identical topics for the same thing? I didn't think it got posted when my browser crashed Quote
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