Hey all, just joined tonight. I have been working out a V8 trike plan in my head, on paper, on machinery at work, ect, for about a month now. I've planned everything out except for the rear end. I want to go with a hard tail design and I was wanting some input.<br />
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Would a V8 be too heavy for a hard tail? I ask because I know there is an increase in impact stresses, and I dont want to weld up a frame and then have it crack when I hit a pothole or speedbump.<br />
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I plan on using a 10bolt or a 9" rear end, would I need to brace the axle tubes to hand the increase in stress?<br />
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Im sure theres a couple more questions that I havnt thought of yet, so if you have any tips or advice, dont be afraid to speak up.<br />
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Thanks for your time guys, <br />
Bob