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« Reply #15 on: November 28, 2017, 09:26:10 PM » |
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You still got your sense of humor I need it more and more. As Terry says a Reliant axle from an 850 especially a Rialto 2 shouldn't be too far off the right ratio and this can be compensated for by the tyre diameter. It's probably the easiest conversion and would not need MSVA if done correctly. If I can make a hardtail comfy enough for me, then having rear suspension should make it OK for most folk.
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« Reply #16 on: November 29, 2017, 11:13:46 PM » |
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Would anybody know what the mx5 final diff ratio would be. Knowing that would determine which axle to go for.
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« Reply #17 on: November 29, 2017, 11:35:54 PM » |
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« Reply #18 on: November 30, 2017, 05:54:57 AM » |
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Like the Reliant axles there isn't a single ratio it depends on engine/wheel size model/year but for NA NB & NC models they are roughly 3.6:1 3.7:1 3.8:1 4.1:1 4.3:1 (i think) The best one 3.636 :1 was fitted to 2001-2005 sport models with the six speed box but being a LSD they are expensive SH. Most of the ones around are the 4.1 & 4.3:1. Hope this helps.
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« Reply #19 on: November 30, 2017, 08:02:38 AM » |
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Now you've confused him and me with all those figures
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« Reply #20 on: November 30, 2017, 10:01:09 AM » |
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If you know the speed you want to achieve at a certain RPM with a certain tyre size, or wish to adjust the tyre size because the diff isn't quite the right ratio, here is a tyre size, diff ratio, engine speed, RPM calculator. (assuming a 1:1 top gear) http://www.advanced-ev.com/Calculators/TireSize/
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« Reply #21 on: November 30, 2017, 01:43:25 PM » |
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Wheels and Diff for a st1100 Merv you need to keep as close as possible to the original st1100 set up for wheel size and diff other wise the gearing and revs will be way out The rear tyre on the st1100 is a 160/70/17 with a diameter of 655mm Final drive ratio is 2.8 So you are looking for A diff ratio of 2.78 or 3.23 (reliant axles) are the closest I would be inclined to go for one around the 3.00 mark but no more than 3.5 ratio IRS type ford 3.9 I think they do a 3.6. or mazda 3.6 or a 3.9 both need a cradle for the diffs and wish bones for the hubs. as Dave has said both these are rare and expensive there is others out there Wheels and tyre sizes need to be 225/60/15 651mm diameter 225/50/17 656mm diameter do all your home work first Mate as once done that it All of the st1100 I've seen have had swing arm with axles fitted If there's one near you go round to a car breakers and see what type of axles are about. then check what ratio they are Ask paulywomdats what diff and wheel he fitted to he's st1100 Or you can give it to me and I will put a jag axle in it
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« Reply #22 on: November 30, 2017, 07:01:44 PM » |
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HELP, my head is spinning with numbers, Got to be honest non of it makes a lot of sense to me, sorry.
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« Reply #23 on: November 30, 2017, 07:23:44 PM » |
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HELP, my head is spinning with numbers, Got to be honest non of it makes a lot of sense to me, sorry.
Merv simple numbers for you. A reliant 3.23 axle. 225/60/15 wheels. air shocks. padded seat cant go wrong
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« Reply #24 on: November 30, 2017, 08:55:08 PM » |
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Hey Merv
I have gone with a 'A' reliant axle and 17" wheels off a rover, new tyres came with them 205/45 17.
I have only had it round a car park near my place, so unable to comment on speeds etc.
Most of the one's I've seen for sale use 17" wheels and 'A' axle, so must be somewhere close.
I think a 'B' axle would be as close to final ratio as you could get using a reliant axle.
There is a ST1100 on evilbay with IRS. Item number 322902879197
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« Reply #25 on: November 30, 2017, 09:32:10 PM » |
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Hey Merv
I have gone with a 'A' reliant axle and 17" wheels off a rover, new tyres came with them 205/45 17.
I have only had it round a car park near my place, so unable to comment on speeds etc.
Most of the one's I've seen for sale use 17" wheels and 'A' axle, so must be somewhere close.
I think a 'B' axle would be as close to final ratio as you could get using a reliant axle.
There is a ST1100 on evilbay with IRS. Item number 322902879197
Looks nice. do the paniers hinge down or a lift of lid. and how much higher does it sit on the rear compared to a bike?
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« Reply #26 on: November 30, 2017, 09:37:50 PM » |
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The panniers hinge down, even with the mudguards on. Don't open fully but plenty of access. The panniers lift off easily.
I made it the same seat height as the bike 800mm.
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« Reply #27 on: November 30, 2017, 10:22:11 PM » |
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Thanks paulywombats
had a look at the one on ebay, i like the look of that irs, i wonder which one they used ?
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« Reply #28 on: November 30, 2017, 10:25:12 PM » |
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Hi paulywombats
Have you any pictures of how your swing arm fits with the drive shaft, just so i can see it how it all goes
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« Reply #29 on: December 01, 2017, 01:06:06 AM » |
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Hi paulywombats
Have you any pictures of how your swing arm fits with the drive shaft, just so i can see it how it all goes
Just buy an old CX project and use the bits
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