Max IV Springer

[liflod]

So, tell me again, why doesn't R.I. put the tranny in front of the motor on a Max IV, (under the rear seat) like that from the factory?

The engine clutch hits the body on a factory Max IV. Whipper plans on reversing the clutches for body clearance.

I think RI should just bite the bullet and redesing the lower tub anyway and make it a little wider to clear the clutch.

[Meinfield]

Nice, whipper. That thing will be a beast!

[6X6]

So, tell me again, why doesn't R.I. put the tranny in front of the motor on a Max IV, (under the rear seat) like that from the factory?

[lewis]

Man! That engine looks huge. Need a shoe-horn to get that all stuffed in that body. Great work there Whipper.


Lewis

[jerseybigfoot]

As usual beautifully crafted. Are those rubber mounts supporting the engine rails? Hemi joints on the steering. precision, precision,precision. Whipper is an inspiration to all of us that have these bathtubs on wheels. Thanks !!

[George]

You're going to be the biggest kid on the block!

[Mike]

That motor Dwarfs the frame.

[AndyL]

that is one wicked max iv

[whipper-ag]

[Roger S]

You might need a project manager to help assign engines to cars, etc. Your situation looks a little overwhelming.

[Mike]

Man, that IS a Big Block.

[whipper-ag]

[George]

The poor Scorpion....burried in motors!

Looking good!

[whipper-ag]

Idlers

[Bw6]

Good Idea

I found in my limited experience with the T-20 that tensioning it can be difficult when you remove the jackshaft. I tired a square u-bolt with brackets to hold the idler sprocket and it didn't hold up. Now I'm trying my version of a commercial tensioner called a "Snap-Idle". If it doesn't work I hope you don't mind me trying your idea. Nice work Whipper.