Custom bodies possibilities - Page 6

fovea3d · #76 11-01-2009, 12:14 PM

Well a slot adjustable pod was on use on the Epoch spec2 and I never had a problem with it. The Epoch was not fast tough, but washers could be used on the dNaNo to prevent slippage.

Another way would be an extender, basically a rigid rectangle with 4 holes, this one could be made in several length. The advantage is you can use the standard size T plates, stock, carbon, different hardness.

This is a Mini-z version of an extender I use with super long bodies.Works perfect.

I agree with Marc, making different length of T plates would be too much, especially if you want them soft, medium and hard.

RealTracks · #77 11-01-2009, 12:25 PM

The epoch has a index seration as I recall. But I think you are right about making it work. I also agree with Arch about the straight slots, however a slight change could make it effective. I will try and post 2 new designs for comment tonight specific to this.
One is a modified slot with serrations similar to Favs Idea. The other is a independent hole design like arch suggest. Independent hole spacing is probably limited to .075” on centers. If you use 4 different plates each offset .015” from each other you can achieve any spacing your want with a 0.015” step. The overall adjustment range is only limited to how many holes you want to have in each plate. Since we are making parts anyway a new T plate carrier could be made also with adjustment built into it. Good thread and exchange of idea’s going on here.

boohoo · #78 11-01-2009, 01:57 PM

heres what ive done so far to make some mounts for my camaro dont need a front clip as it seems to hold pretty tight now i just need a h plate to finish this bit then paint time

RealTracks · #79 11-01-2009, 08:05 PM

Boohoo,
What is keping the front secure?
Here is a combined option, indexed at .060 increments. Might be able to take it down to .040. Three diferent plates could get you your choice of .015 increments. But then as Fav said, you have the multiple tuning plates to deal with.

Marcro · #80 11-01-2009, 08:20 PM

I like that design best RealTrack's. I wonder how strong the points are between the connecting circles?

arch2b · #81 11-01-2009, 08:47 PM

i'd be concerned that the material separating the holes would get sheered in a collision. this is all opinion as the size, weight of the dnano is soo small. but overall, that is what i was describing. a series of holes for various common wheelbase lengths. there is typically plenty of room for expansion of the plate under the motor mount.

RealTracks · #82 11-01-2009, 08:56 PM

It all depends on the material. I would be more concerend with the material caming out of the way and the slot spreading if the screw were loose than a tip breaking. I have used a similar araingment in more industrial aplications with success.

RealTracks · #83 11-01-2009, 09:03 PM

I think we were posting at the same time Arch. Only testing can tell on some of this stuff. If it were just a srew in the slot I dont think it would work, But its actually a good size pin that the plate sits over. I'll give it a try when I get the small CNC up.

boohoo · #84 11-02-2009, 10:35 AM

@ realtracks there is nothing right know securing the front end iam going to try and use the front bumper to secure it somehow and some more pics of the car with custom h-plate for now

Marcro · #85 11-02-2009, 11:15 AM

Looking good there! How soft is that plate and have you driven it like that yet?

boohoo · #86 11-02-2009, 12:42 PM

its not that soft but soft enough to make it work like i need and it drives just like a normal dnano made a front mont out of the subabru front clip so now i have a front clip holder that works pics later on

Marcro · #87 11-02-2009, 03:12 PM

Here are updates to my little Honda Z Coupe.More updates and a revision. I spread out the distance between the exhaust pipes more like my real one and gave the rear bumper a "slot". Going to try and incorporate the slot with body holder.
Also started slot and fog-lamp areas for the front bumper.

This is all done with eye-balling so it probably isn't perfectly symmetrical yet! I'm finding out just how tough this Milliput stuff really is! Which for this application is a good thing!
Yea, it looks ugly. But then again, aren't all projects?

RealTracks · #88 11-02-2009, 04:23 PM

I really, really like that look boohoo. put some of the wider PN's on, and your golden. I am suprised how much you had to extend the T plate. With all that distance to cover we will have to make sure its stiff enough. I am definitely going to do that late 60's Trans-Am Series now. Great informative pics !! Thanks

boohoo · #89 11-02-2009, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by RealTracks

I really, really like that look boohoo. put some of the wider PN's on, and your golden. I am suprised how much you had to extend the T plate. With all that distance to cover we will have to make sure its stiff enough. I am definitely going to do that late 60's Trans-Am Series now. Great informative pics !! Thanks

thanks man thats what i need to hear just to keep me going. ive now changed the h-plate a to a carbon one made out of 1mm carbon 6k twill weave that i had lying around so its pretty stiff but still has some give iam also going to make one out of 0.5 mm stuff i have just so i have something that may make it drive differently. the tyres are next on my list goin to get some diff grip level ones aswell

akura2 · #90 06-07-2010, 11:08 PM

I hate to dig up old threads, but when something THIS interesting dies for no reason, it HAS to be resurrected...

any new finds/news?