Xmod Evo-T Parallel Flex Plates Fix
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Xmod Evo-T Parallel Flex Plates Fix
Picked up an Evo-T the the other day and I've been loving it. One of my complaints is the same as everyone else's: that damn rear pivot point.
After seeing a mock up by beanoman of something similar to an H plate, I gave it a try. First thing I tried was identical to beanoman's idea. The plate completely locked out the rear pivot. This would be great if I was running on-road only, but I run offroad and need the added articulation the pivot point offers.
The next thing I tried was an H-plate made out of styrene. The plate didn't work very well, but it worked. I soon realized that while H plates will bend up and down all they need to, pivoting doesn't really fit the bill.
My last design, and best, are what I call the Parallel Flex Plates. Right now, they offer enough flex to pivot only AFTER the stock rear springs have fully articulated. This is perfect for what I need. The stock suspension will compress, and if that's not enough, the rear will pivot. And now, some pictures.
The design isn't quite final yet. I still need to clean it up some more and I'd like to go to a thicker piece of styrene for durability. As soon as I get the final design, I'll put up a template that can be downloaded.
Later,
Chrome...
After seeing a mock up by beanoman of something similar to an H plate, I gave it a try. First thing I tried was identical to beanoman's idea. The plate completely locked out the rear pivot. This would be great if I was running on-road only, but I run offroad and need the added articulation the pivot point offers.
The next thing I tried was an H-plate made out of styrene. The plate didn't work very well, but it worked. I soon realized that while H plates will bend up and down all they need to, pivoting doesn't really fit the bill.
My last design, and best, are what I call the Parallel Flex Plates. Right now, they offer enough flex to pivot only AFTER the stock rear springs have fully articulated. This is perfect for what I need. The stock suspension will compress, and if that's not enough, the rear will pivot. And now, some pictures.
The design isn't quite final yet. I still need to clean it up some more and I'd like to go to a thicker piece of styrene for durability. As soon as I get the final design, I'll put up a template that can be downloaded.
Later,
Chrome...
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