Espeefan's slow motion Peterbilt Heavy Hauler build - Page 3

Rogue · #1 10-17-2010, 10:14 PM

Once again Nathan, i'm humbled by your work. How can I possibly step away from this hobby, when I have someone like you to keep my sights set on?

Killer looking combination you put together.

tc1cat · #2 10-18-2010, 07:51 AM

Thanks for showing the new tranny system. I have one of the transfer cases' in my Studebaker. Only problem I have found with it is its tolerences. Shafts have way too much 'play' in them. Other than that they are very heavy duty like your gear reduction.
Can't wait to see your Pete completed.

Espeefan · #3 10-17-2010, 10:26 PM

Thank Paul. Yes, the Killer Transfer case is a beaut. I can't wait to get mounted between the frame rails.

And maybe, just maybe, actually drive the chassis around! lol

Rick, I'm glad you decided to keep your Wedico.

If I can somehow inspire you to keep at it, then I am only returning the favor you did me. If it wasn't for you sharing the Banebot gearboxes, I wouldn't have as cool of a ride here, now would I? Apparently we both keep putting each other's trucks in the cross hairs.

Claus · #4 10-18-2010, 02:52 AM

Nathan you give new meaning to the word perfectionist.

tamiya_trucker · #5 10-18-2010, 06:58 PM

Wow Nathan you still working on this? lol looking good tho, i think both our projects are taking a little to long compared to other one here! That tranny combo looks bullet proof, i really like it.

Espeefan · #6 10-23-2010, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by SANDCRAFT TRANSPORT

Well I’ll be dammed I can see C510 Kenny road train stamped all over that, & I didn’t even ask for it, Thanks Mate HA HA
Bloody marvellous bit of work you have there Nathan
Tim

Hi Tim. Yes, if you are looking for a rugged transmission for your C510, this would be a great option. There are quite a few different ratios avilable too. I've got a 3:1 reduction in my axles also, so I choose the 2 stage planetary with a 20:1 reduction. It runs really smooth and makes the motor a torque monster! I test ran this combo on 7.2 volts, and I couldn't even make the motor groan, no matter how little throttle I gave it, and no matter how hard I tried to grab the output shaft with my fingers. I don't think you could stall this combo out, in a truck application. On 12 volts plus, it's going to be unstoppable!

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Originally Posted by Claus

Nathan you give new meaning to the word perfectionist.

Thank you Craig. Just trying to build the best truck I can!

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Originally Posted by tc1cat

Thanks for showing the new tranny system. I have one of the transfer cases' in my Studebaker. Only problem I have found with it is its tolerences. Shafts have way too much 'play' in them. Other than that they are very heavy duty like your gear reduction.
Can't wait to see your Pete completed.

tc1cat, I'm curious if by 'play' you mean shaft run-out. As in not turning true and straight? Or do you mean shaft end play, or float? I don't notice any run-out with the shafts. They look straight and true, but once I get some power going through it, and get the u-joints hooked up, then I'll really know.

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Originally Posted by tamiya_trucker

Wow Nathan you still working on this? lol looking good tho, i think both our projects are taking a little to long compared to other one here! That tranny combo looks bullet proof, i really like it.

Thanks Kyle! Yes, this is turning out to be a life long project, almost! I hope that my work ethic is not rubbing off on you too! You used to crank Aeromax trucks like crazy, till you started the 6x6 boom truck. But, good things are worth the wait, no doubt! If I could only stay off this forum, and avoid looking at what everyone else is building, maybe I'd stand a chance of actually getting some work done on my Wedico! And speaking of that.....

I was able to machine up a new chassis cross member. Since deciding to revamp the drivetrain of my truck, I was in need of way to mount up the new transmission. I also needed a way to mount my cab, after lowering it for the new stance. This is what I came up with.

I designed it to fit perfectly between the chassis frame rails. I still need to drill and tap some holes to secure it to the frame rails, but it's a press fit into place and I haven't yet decided it's finally resting place. I may slide it fore or aft, just as soon as I get some mounts made up for the transfer case next. Driveshaft length will determine the final position, but it will be hidden completely by the cab.

And then the transmission and motor mount to the cross member, like so...

View from the underside...

And one from the side of the chassis. Once the fuel tanks are on, it will be almost impossible to see, except if the truck is upside down.

The transfer case will find it's home just forward of the lift axle.

That's all for now guys. Let me know what you think!

Rogue · #7 10-23-2010, 09:05 PM

Nathan,

You never seize to make me feel absolutely stupid in some of my designs.

Once again, you have raised the bar.

Tamiya Cowboy · #8 10-23-2010, 09:45 PM

What a very clean and perfect job you do one your parts I am very impressed nice work Nate..

Brian in PA · #9 10-23-2010, 09:52 PM

Nathan that truck is so pretty it's gonna be a shame to paint it!!

Brian

fhhhstix · #10 10-23-2010, 10:07 PM

Great truck Nathan

I guess I never paid much atention to wedico's but there have been some realy nice ones show up here on the board. Keep up the good work.

Travis

Claus · #11 10-23-2010, 10:12 PM

Nathan is your new signature a sign of things to come? Don't take this wrong but I already miss the tractors.

Espeefan · #12 10-26-2010, 12:33 PM

Hi guys, I've been on a bit of a roll lately, and I whipped up some transfer case mounts for the Wedico! Now I have a nice way to mount up the t-case and I can continue working on the rest of the driveline. There isn't much left to do, but get the driveshaft lengths figured out, and figure out the permanent mounting location of the trans.

Here is a picture of the transfer case and it's new mounts.

I'm still sliding things around in the chassis, but the transfer case is practically guarenteed to be sitting where it is in these pictures. I just need to drill some holes through the frame rails and bolt her up!

Things are starting to come together, and space is getting tight! I still need a way to operate my lift axle and I was thinking of using a servo, but it will take a little creativity to fit one in now, and it will most likely require some more custom machined parts! That's all for now. Thanks for looking.

pugs · #13 10-26-2010, 12:50 PM

Looking good!

tc1cat · #14 10-26-2010, 01:02 PM

Nice and neat mounting!

JAMMER · #15 10-26-2010, 01:05 PM

Nathan that is some very nice work. Ed

RAIDERS · #16 10-26-2010, 01:22 PM

very nice work cant wait to see it done!!!

9W Monighan · #17 10-26-2010, 02:35 PM

Very nice build. I'm not in to trucks just yet but really enjoyed all of your excellent closeups. This gives me more insight into what I'd be up against if I were to build one of these trucks. Do you have the overall weight yet? Or did I miss that in all the replies?

bucshott · #18 10-28-2010, 11:36 PM

Looking superb! nice machine work. tooking forward in seeing more up dates

Claus · #19 10-26-2010, 02:38 PM

I like how you whip thing up. Nice work Nathan.

Stylin n profilin · #20 10-27-2010, 01:37 PM

Just awesome Nate..This thing looks like it will handel anything you put on it....WOW!!!

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