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8414 Mountain Rambler
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Click the image to download the LDraw file of this model. Model by KWON |
Features |
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Steering
The front and rear wheels can be steered using an overhead "hand of
god" control. The input drives an axle connected to a 8 tooth
pinion gear through a universal joint. The gear drives a flexible rack. The
steering mechanism itself
uses steering arms and toothed links. Because the chassis of the vehicle is set at such a steep angle and the kingpin axis is perpendicular to the body, turning the wheels actually lifts the vehicle up and down. |
Click for an animation of the steering in motion. |
Engine
The model has a rear mounted V-2 engine. The engine is driven by the upper sprocket using a
3:1 gear increase making it turn very quickly. There is no differential, only a solid axle. |
Click for an animation of the engine in motion. |
Suspension
The entire rear chassis assembly, including the treads and engine, is
unsprung mass. The front and rear body sections are connected with
a pivot as shown in the computer image and supported by a pair of shock absorbers. |
Click for an animation of the suspension in motion. |
Wheels and Tires
This set uses front balloon tires and rear rubber treads. The
triangular tread geometry is unique to this set, but results in
considerable rolling resistance. |
Other Views |
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Side View |
Top View |
Front View |
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Computer Render |