Howdy folks, I wonder if I can pick yer brains. The canopy that covers this machine, and allows it to stand in all sorts of weather, is clad with 9 mm plywood....
I can across a refridgeration unit off a semi the other day at an auction, I passed on it. It had 32,000 hours on it and didn't know if it even ran. Don't know...
Howdy Shane, Buying used machinery is always a risky business but, now and then, you get a real bargain :) .Refridgeration, is something I have tried. I used...
Howdy folks, The last few weekends have been quite busy, here at the home of the 'Tramper'. As this machine weighs at least half a tonne, it is damn hard to ...
Can you describe how the engine was set up for "standalone" operation outside of a car? Was there a computer that needed "confusing" in order to run...
Howdy bcstboy, Fortunately for me, this was an older car - that did not have much in the way of electronics for the engine. This allowed me to strip away all...
... in ... the ... Did you get the car whole, or as parts? Also, do you have any suggestions for donor vehicles that might do well in this application? I was...
Howdy bcstboy, I got the car in one piece. It could still be driven, but the clutch was shot - and the body was riddled with 'rustic charm' . At this time, I...
Howdy folks, It is good to see that folks are visiting this group, and I hope that you are finding it useful. Please feel free to chat about your mechanical,...
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Enter your vote today! A new poll has been created for the Amptramp group: So, do you grind your welds? If so, would you readily admit this to those who are...
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Howdy folks, I have added new pics and video that show the operation of the drive system that I have recently fitted to the AmpTramp. This machine is so heavy,...
Howdy, At this time, I don't really have any good pics of the compressor in place on the tramper. I'll be putting the compressor in place quite soon - and...
... in ... process :) . ... Did ya consider running it off the shaft the alternators were on? It might be a little fast, but manageable with a pulley....
That thought had occurred to me, but the compressor would be operating for a greatly extended period of time. In order to ensure that it would not wear out...
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... Perhaps look into the approach of that used by air conditioning compressors use in cars.. (e.g. a late model GM sport utility for certain.) There is an...
That sounds like the way to go. Initially, I used the air conditioning compressor that came with the engine. The pressure switch operated the clutch - and the...
... charm. ... I ... like ... all ... for ... Just redid my login.. (formerly bcstboy) I think the clutch is the way to go. Its compact, can literally attach...
Howdy 'Metalburner26', formerly 'bcstboy', Thanks kindly for the good ideas. This is the sort of input that always enhances a project beyond its former scope. ...
... try ... Well that might just be easier to construct. 15 HP is around that of a riding lawn mower engine and usually those are pretty compact and self...
I suspect that a small elephant, might be lighter than my present setup hehe. The 'MiniTramp', would be a handy little fella that could be manhandled by a...
... Well, development platforms aren't always the swiftest things around. I think yours is quite impressive for what it does.. ... Coleman Powermate makes...
... Thanks Kindly. I find myself adding little bits, here and there, to make this project more useful. It now has a steering yolk, and a seat. This allows the...
... air ... air ... quite ... 100% ... celcius. Steve, Air Carbon Arc Gouging would be really fun to be able to do. The only time I've been allowed near it...
Howdy Metalburner26, Yep, grinding a lump of steel is alright, but blasting it half way across the road - now that's REAL fun :) . I used to live near the...
The following Amptramp poll is now closed. Here are the final results: POLL QUESTION: So, do you grind your welds? If so, would you readily admit this to ...
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