Rob_E_Rob
Member
Well, I got my first build all put together. I tried to follow all the hints and tips I have read on here like loctite EVERYTHING, use lock nuts where you can, and so forth. When I installed the rag joint, however, I did it wrong. I managed to pull the tire out of true, and on my first ride, after the engine fired, I made it about 8 feet before everything went nuts. The drive chain came off, the idler shredded, and the chain wrapped around the hub and locked the tire. Of course I need to true everything up, and try it again, but I think this rag joint is just a bad idea. I think a jackshaft might be in my future, but 200 bucks is a little much to come off of for a casual hobbie.
Any suggestions?
Any suggestions?