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Old 05-04-2011, 06:43 PM   #15 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by MetroMPG View Post
So, not only will it be functional, but possibly extra pretty too.

Any hints on how gap filling between the car & trailer will be tackled?

FYI, the diesel trike that's been to a few of the Green Grand Prix events at Watkins Glen is cedar strip construction:





From: http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthrea...-may-7961.html
Darin,Gary's pretty meticulous about stuff so I anticipate the bodywork to be really nice.
With respect to the gap-fillers,I think somebody will have to shoot me 'cause I keep re-inventing them in my head!
I hope to have some images to share before too long.Everything is pretty embrionic.Toughness is an issue with respect to road hazards and I want things simple and very strong for their weight.
Much of the panel system will be 'on' the trailer itself.Torsional coupling issues can be addressed this way.Less binding!
There will be an 'integrator' between tow vehicle and panel apparatus.
I'm close!
I'll show Gary and everyone what I've come up with and then 'ingenuity' can kick in.
That trike is rolling art work.Really sweet!
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