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Old 12-07-2012, 12:21 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Small Wheels

I'm currently designing a reverse trike and I am looking for a lightweight front suspension set-up with thin wheels to save weight, reduce frontal area, and reduce rolling resistance.

Here is an example of what I'm looking for:


Unfortunately, this guy's donor car is not available in the US.

I was thinking motorcycle wheels might do the trick, but I can't visualize how I would attach one to control arms.

Any ideas please let me know

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