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  1. ryanturnercom

    impeller / propeller hydrofoil formulas

    Does anyone know how to calculate the power needed to get a given hydrofoil on plane. Powered by an impeller or propeller? Any information would be appreciated.
  2. ryanturnercom

    THREE WHEELED TILTING VEHICLES

    We are as well. As u had mentioned a couple posts earlier... the rear would have no means to resist roll, but it has no means to create roll either, some believe this may lead to a larger contact patch in the rear - giving it better traction through high g turns. I believe it may be beneficial...
  3. ryanturnercom

    THREE WHEELED TILTING VEHICLES

    Point well taken, Most of the designs on the web have a very low stance in the front, but end up using a motorcycle rearend.Leaving the motor relatively high and toward the rear of the vehicle. I am sure the entire frame would have to be designed around a solid suspension model, which would...
  4. ryanturnercom

    THREE WHEELED TILTING VEHICLES

    Thank you, those links area great. I have already contacted the shrike guy. But the prefabbed indy cycle looks really cool. thanks for the post
  5. ryanturnercom

    THREE WHEELED TILTING VEHICLES

    Greg, thanks. I have just been skeptical I guess. As long as I am able to keep the CG low and centered I think I will be ok. A friend and I are doing research on building an inexpensive street vehicle. Being three wheeled and <1500lbs the vehicle registers as a motorcycle. Which is much...
  6. ryanturnercom

    THREE WHEELED TILTING VEHICLES

    Greg, thanks for the information. The link works for me. But here is another one, this one is the official site, but has less pictures. I am worried that their design has very poor handling, but I have not been able to find any reviews that are pertinant. http://www.go-t-rex.com/
  7. ryanturnercom

    THREE WHEELED TILTING VEHICLES

    Greg - I am not trying to solve a problem. I am just trying to weigh the pros and cons of a 3 wheeled craft. I like the weight savings, the efficiency possibilities, and the fact that as long as I keep the engine displacement below 1800cc its certified,registered and insured like as a...
  8. ryanturnercom

    THREE WHEELED TILTING VEHICLES

    Does anyone have any insight on the advantages / disadvantages on tilting suspension setups? I have normally seen it on three-wheeled vehicles. Such as http://www.maxmatic.com/ttw_moto.htm but I am not sure if its advantageous or not. What do you guys think?

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