Re: Lynx Scooter drive system [TANKS]

["Showa" <showa1-at-cox.net>]

I have looked into a similar drive system and I believe that it'll be 
fine...Just no full skid turn capability....

Kurt (Desert Dog) G
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From: <sthutch-at-charter.net>
To: <tanks-at-rctankcombat.com>
Sent: Sunday, April 16, 2006 8:23 PM
Subject: Lynx Scooter drive system [TANKS]


>
> I picked up an Invacare Lynx Scooter's drive system, wiring harness 
> complete with speed control and forward/reverse, two 12volt 17amp batters 
> and onboard charger.  The drive system has a differential in it.  The 
> specs say that it will go 5-1/2 mph with a maximum load of 220 lbs.
>
> I have been wondering if this single motor and drive system will work on a 
> tank.  Since it has a differential drive axle, wouldn't a simple brake on 
> each drive sprocket work to steer it?  Or is it more complicated than 
> that?
>
> Any and all comments welcome?
>
> Todd "Scooter" Hutchins
>