I got something done! First plan was to build it out of 1x2 ret tubing. Strong as hell, and I could round the corners and fill with flat strap, look cool! I made a wood mock up Ohhhh,, I see a few issues, either it has to be made real wide, or the motor has to be on blocks, and with 2 inch top rail I would need an inseam of around 50 inches to sit on it. Much playing, cutting wood, roofing stapler to hold it, and the wood now lives in the dumpster. 1 1/4 square tubing, .120 and I got a frame that I think will work. Ground clearance around 7 inches, seat height with 3 inches of pad around 30. Wheel base about 54". Rear hub will be flange bearings, 1 inch axle, go cart hubs welded on. Jack shaft for gearing. I bought an Ebay torque converter, rated for 8-13 hp. Said it would fit Honda clones with a bit of modifying. Ya well, that means either hanging it 3-4 inches below the motor, or scrapping the backing plate. Looking at it, it seems to be a Chinese clone of the series 30. I Will set it up with a longer belt, one that matches the series 40 and set the spring to the hardest setting and see if it lives. Anyone need a couple stock belts cheap? A couple pillow blocks, short 5/8 shaft, a sprocket going to another jack shaft, then to wheel, all will be good. Front forks will be leading link type, got shocks in for them, actual oil filled ones! I'll play with mounting them for spring rate, but should get 3-4 inches wheel travel when done. I think I like the yellow/black, may stick with it. Maybe call it the "Bumble Gote". With a torque converter any idea what final gearing I should be aiming for? Don't want high speed,but for trail riding. Let's see if this posts.
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