Home made 6x6

[earp]

I have a hydro static trans I used on a previous project. Can this be used in a 6x6 build?
Where can I find info on drivelines and homemade 6x6's?

[atc tigers]

what type of hydro static trans is it?

[earp]

2 of these combined as 1 unit - Hydo-Gear 310-2200 EZT

[Nubs]

From a zero turn mower yes? would work but you'll never get any kind of speed out of it..

[earp]

Yes
I'm not looking for speed, just steep slope climbing and tree climbing.

[earp]

Go Kart Conversion

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[atc tigers]

Yes it could work but the results that you are looking for might not be the best fit for lawnmower hydro drives. Are you planing to have all 6 wheels be driven and operate like a skid steer for turning?

[earp]

Yes
I thought the low CG would be a benefit. Your suggestions?

[john swenson]

earp, punch in '' homebuilt zero turn with rubber tracks'' on the web. will give you some ideas. good luck !! johnboy va.

[earp]

Drive ratio

My Hydro-Gear has a 19.2: 1 gear ratio. With 18" diameter tires the top speed would be 8 mph if used as direct drive (1:1). Is there any reason this shouldn't work?

[Noel Woods]

My Hydro-Gear has a 19.2: 1 gear ratio. With 18" diameter tires the top speed would be 8 mph if used as direct drive (1:1). Is there any reason this shouldn't work?

I would place an oil cooler for each side in the hydraulic lines, as these things heat up quickly when being worked. It should work just fine, and if that speed doesn't bother you as not fast enough, you should be ok. Build it.

[earp]

Thanks!