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Re: Chain steering system drop
[Re: poorboy]
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11/28/11 05:17 PM
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Don't think I'd feel very comfortable with an open gear setup under an open hood. Wouldn't take a very big stone to get caught between the gear and the chain to lock the steering, I think. Might feel a little better about a covered one, but I think that would have to be on my annual check list. Gene
I agree with Gene, my first thought was no way I would run around with that open like that. one little stone would ruin your day fast
now a closed setup would be OK but they cost over $500.00 to buy one
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Re: Chain steering system drop
[Re: Mopar Ron]
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12/01/11 12:10 PM
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Then go with the open one and put a cover over it. I would use a screen mash or expanded meatl type of material to be able to show off the unit. Hot rodding and street rodding to me means building not buying. That's how it all started. Just one guys opinion. By the way I LOVE the unit picturede in the first post..
I have mechanical Aptitude. I can screw up anything.
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Re: Chain steering system drop
[Re: dogdays]
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12/03/11 08:13 PM
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Those hydeaulic operated systems do not go 70 miles an hour down the highway and do the job intended. Speaking of intended job. The picture in the origanal post does not look like a daily driver to me and more of a show car. So for show it looks realy cool. Guess it depends on your usage. It seems there are several options for an enclosed chain. This might even be one that has been uncovered. Don't newer cars use electronics? ie sensors and servos, just like on the gas pedal. If they aren't yet I'm guessing it won't be long. Now that scares me!
I have mechanical Aptitude. I can screw up anything.
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Re: Chain steering system drop
[Re: bboogieart]
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12/04/11 01:12 AM
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Those hydeaulic operated systems do not go 70 miles an hour down the highway and do the job intended. Speaking of intended job. The picture in the origanal post does not look like a daily driver to me and more of a show car. So for show it looks realy cool. Guess it depends on your usage. It seems there are several options for an enclosed chain. This might even be one that has been uncovered. Don't newer cars use electronics? ie sensors and servos, just like on the gas pedal. If they aren't yet I'm guessing it won't be long. Now that scares me!
I believe that chain drive was featured on a Cadillac Edition of Hot Rod TV where the chain drive was in a 32 Ford with a Cadillac engine in it.
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Re: Chain steering system drop
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12/04/11 02:01 PM
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Thanx for the link. That is one well thought show car. Very nice. I get it about the debri hazzard but like I said I doubt it gets driven much, if at all. Great show case for talent though.
I have mechanical Aptitude. I can screw up anything.
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