casper50 Posted July 3, 2018 Report Share Posted July 3, 2018 I've just about got my game/firewood hauler built. First test run. Went right up the hill. Clutch is getting hot. I've been told that because it's moving so slow it doesn't engage completly and slips causing friction/heat. I need to research a fix. It's based upon this commercial one. http://www.ascendercarrier.com/gallery Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ194950 Posted July 3, 2018 Report Share Posted July 3, 2018 From the pictures shown for the commercial model they have a giant main sprocket compared to yours and a good sized clutch. The big sprocket lowers the ratio therefore less clutch slippage in use and a heavy duty clutch for a lot of slippage in very rough terrain. JMO as I have no experience with such machines and only observation. ? DJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casper50 Posted July 3, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 3, 2018 I couldn't find a large sprocket that would fit on my 3 wheeler front tire shaft. I wanted a 72 I have a 48 tooth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merle Coggins Posted July 3, 2018 Report Share Posted July 3, 2018 (edited) Do you have room to add a jack shaft for a double reduction? Maybe just above the engine? Edited July 3, 2018 by Merle Coggins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casper50 Posted July 4, 2018 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2018 I most likely have the room. It's not cramped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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