What would be the best metal for an off-road 2wd ATV, single seater?
What would be the best metal for an off-road 2wd ATV, single seater?
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Does anyone have suggestions for what metal to use for the frame and suspension of an ATV I am designing and building soon? I need something light and strong but also easy to work with and weld? It should be able to take 15ft. jumps and various terrains. I would like the target weight to be around 600lbs for the vehicle. If you could make a dream ATV,what metal would you use?
Thanks a bunch-
Thanks a bunch-





RE: What would be the best metal for an off-road 2wd ATV, single seater?
RE: What would be the best metal for an off-road 2wd ATV, single seater?
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RE: What would be the best metal for an off-road 2wd ATV, single seater?
Thanks again-
RE: What would be the best metal for an off-road 2wd ATV, single seater?
Al is also diff. to weld, and would require a HT. *IF* you can figure out a way to use a high-strength epoxy and good lap joints, you'd be fine, but most people wouldn't trust that.
Stay with 4130, and if you gas weld it you won't have to be concerned with rapid cooling of the welds causing brittle heat-affected-zones (HAZs).
RE: What would be the best metal for an off-road 2wd ATV, single seater?