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Clutch and Jackshaft design version1.0 ...

Things I kept in mind:
1. Lining things up is hard, so a one shaft option was preferred.
2. Making things is hard, so bolting it together and using as many off the shelf parts was preferred.
3. Specifying things is hard, so using parts that were designed to cope with the LS1 was preferred.
4. Remembering things is hard ... just realized I forgot to label the bit that carries the torque from the outer part of the LS1 clutch plate to the rear wheel sprocket carrier. The idea is that bit will spin with the main jackshaft so wont need a bearing between the two (but maybe a bronze bush).

The consequence of its sliding to the left as the clutch engages is that the rear chain will be misaligned when it is disengaged. As long as it's only a few mm out of alignment I don't think it will be a problem (of course that's what people who don't know say when they hope it won't be a problem!). I'm hoping to borrow an old clutch setup from my local mechanic to see if the measurements I'm thinking are feasible; the key one being the diameter of the diaphragm hole, so I can fit the slidy thing through it and still have a beefy shaft.

Using the larger rear sprockets (instead of the c17 tooth front splined sprockets) should give the chain an easier time as it turns through 180 degrees too.

Any comments/advice more than welcome, I'm certainly no engineer!

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You could use a Turbo Hydro 425 and put a plain extension housing on it and drive off that
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Hi Grumm441,

Wow! Hadn't seen one of those before ... although I was aware of the front drive Cadillac's and Toronado's. Love the wide chain.

They mention something about it spinning in reverse compared to a regular TH400. I wonder it that means I could spin the motor through 180 degrees in the frame and it would be going the right way out the back (rather than heading to the front of the car)?

Funny coincidence was I was looking at Adventra transfer cases last night. Kind of similar.

The more I think about it though the more I want to keep it simple ... which leads me back to a modified version of the sketch above, essentially a 1 plate crowerglide: similar to this ...

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but with a straight through shaft; essentially one plate fixed to a sleeve that also attaches to the drive sprocket.

(another drawing will help).

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Hi Guys,

Version 2 of the clutch/jackshaft ...

A few things new from version 1; welded construction, inboard bearing on the drive side (rather than outboard), Crowerglide type centrifugal lock up clutch but with a single plate (may as well be a minibike!).

Shaft diameter would be about 35mm, but could go larger without any drama.

Also, I have the gearing 25:45, then 45:45 which has the jackshaft and rear wheel spinning at 2780rpm (for 210mph). And up from that, 31:45, then 45:45 which as the jackshaft spinning at 4333 rpm (for 265mph). Both assume the motor will be going at 5000rpm and no loss of traction ... the second kind of hopeful!

Possible issues: Jackshaft is spinning too slow to fully lock up the clutch, Jackshaft is spinning to fast for normal sealed bearings, ???

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Better? Worse? Wrong track altogether?

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Bugger; just realized it might be a wee bit difficult to get that left hand bearing on ... I guess that's what version 3 is for aye.
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Hi Russell,
Good concept on the build - you have a few hours ahead in the workshop. Building a bike on low budget just means it takes longer but also gives you time to rationalise and perfect your ideas. Laying down in front of the motor is the way to go - you have reduced the frontal area by 30% - 40% over a conventional bike. Do the math on what that means to drag reduction and its smiles all round.
On my bike it took years longer than planned and every part was made several times due to to refinements and strength issues. If you want to go real fast you need stability - something conventional bikes dont do well. My old bike could tank slap at 400kph and was very demanding to ride.
The V8 is a heavy motor so you will need to be conscious of the golden rule + CofG ahead of CofP. In order to achieve that on my bike I ran a longer swingarm and put water tanks, batteries etc up front. The V8 is wide at the back so that will play to your advantage there.
With your frame construction you need to take into consideration the amount of dynamic forces bikes have compared to 4 wheelers especially if you are driving your rear wheel from one side. I ended up running via jackshaft so I could have a chain both sides - worked like a dream. I did consider belt drive but to get one to handle the horsepower made it around 60mm wide - too wide for me.
Being rigid front and rear does simplify things a bit but may affect traction on the rear.
Hub centre steering worked good for me but as bones said, it did take a fair amount of machining. I have the plans for this and am happy to share if you want to have a look. Access to someone with a CNC lathe helps a lot...
I have a scale wind tunnel in my workshop and would be happy to run a 1:12 scale of your bike through if you want. You can 3D print from your CAD files (I think) - most 3D models do need finishing by hand though. I is good for comparisons but I can only measure drag.
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Hi Richard,

Yes, quite a few hours ahead of me on this one!

Totally agree re the smallest frontal area; hadn't heard about the CofG relative to CofP rule before ... I'll keep it in mind. Definitely want a stable bike.

Yes, would love to see your hub centered steering plans if possible. I'm a bit short on a friend with a CNC lathe, but do have a regular lathe at hand. Be great to see drawings/models of how you did the jackshaft and rear wheel double chain drive too. I took a good look at your bike on the startline this year but there was so much to take in my memory is a bit light in those areas.

Thanks, might take you up on the scale wind tunnel when I get to that. I have virtual wind tunnel software (autodesk flow designer) so it might make an interesting comparison, and validate one against the other.

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http://www.dlra.org.au/docs/race-car-engineering.pdf
This is an excellent article on Centre of pressure/Centre of gravity equation and how to figure it out.
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thanks chris
i went looking for that
interesting stuff
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Thanks Chris, I just skimmed the article, looks great, I'll give it a go.

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Its a bit of a catch 22 when you are building but . I would reverse engineer it. Work your shape, do your cardboard model. Play with where the weight needs to be. If you can't get the weight where your need add more body where required. (Can't do that in a production class) I have used it on the John Dent bellytank and our F100 and AU ute. All 3 have proven accurate results in real life. All begins and ends with your chosen shape.
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You can model lots of educated guesses so you have a better idea during your build plan. Saves a lot of rework. As Richard says. Never be afraid to tear up prototype. Its either right or its not. Much more so with 2 wheels.
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i don't plan on hijacking your diary, this is the start of my project
i should start a built diary for what i am doing
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this is just a test " mockup "
wheel base will be 3 m may be as much as 3.2
fitting into the trailer i made for the lake is an additional consideration
sure feels a lot better than face first
and moving my torso for correction, seems more natural than when laying down
might call it the " arm chair "
it will definitely need " trainer " wheels
ok this should get a laugh --- or comment
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And anti-gravity to boot. Impressive. :)
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I've got to ask, since no-one else has. Where does the name come from - "The Truth"

Is it something to do with the movie - A few good men - "You can't handle the truth!"
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