Mac Motor Toys The prototype V8 Trike
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- čas přidán 28. 08. 2024
- My prototype V8 Trike, the plan is to begin production in 2011. Production model will be 100% new components. 350 Chevy V8 (260 HP small block base engine- big blocks to come) , turbo 350 trans, 9" ford rear end, coilover rear suspension, seating for 2, custom billet and chrome front ends, billet rear wheels 17 X 11, 315/35-17 tires. Pricing will be in the $20K to $25K range for the base model. I'm located in Milford NE, see macmotortoys.com
exhaust is not hot at all, these headers are only temporary, I will use ceramic coated headers with side pipes.
@milesmac00 I used the front end from a motorcycle that had a title, the title vin matched the vin on the headstock, I used the headstock to build the trike frame. ( you could use the vin from the engine if you have a title to match). Then you apply to the state for an assembled vehicle vin, which is affixed to the frame.
@westgl2006 Apart for the last time, making final adjustments and prepping for paint, hope to have more videos in a couple months. Most trikes will have autos in the future, planning on powerglides.
Looks good. Im thinking about selling mine.
@heinryk1 The rearend is an 8" ford, 32" flange to flange, no suspension. the next prototype will be a 9" ford, 36" flange to flange(using deeper offset wheeles) and triangulated 4-link with coilovers. I've started the 2nd one but no pics yet.
I like it, one big ole bucket seat,awesome 👍
@onetonmagoo It is wider than most of the Honda, Harley, etc. production trikes, with a very low center of gravity. ANYTHING can be flipped if driven to extreme limits, however I have never experienced anything even close to turning it over.
Very nice minimalistic look well put toguether love it well done
Truly awesome bike
Yes this one does not have rear suspension. I don't pan on doing that again, my new one has 4-link suspension and coilovers on the rear.
Excellent amazing work.
@westgl2006 In Nebraska there are two ways to title a Motorcycle ( 2 or 3 wheels ). 1) A homemade motorcycle, requires an MSO (manufacturers statement of origin ) for the engine and a MSO for the frame, I cannot find a car engine supplier that will provide an MSO. 2) An assembled vehicle, requires the use of an existing title that has a vin number matching a component used on the vehicle, this is what I did.
@1killerseabee Yes thats how I do it, only the next one will not bolt to the heads, I have plans for a big block also.
i'm hoping to see some progress on this project. are you still planning on selling kits? i dig the four speed. and if you're not bolting to the heads how will it be set up.
this is the best design i've seen... all the others look horrible.
I assume those are regular motorcycle forks?
The rake seems a little much, I would worry
about it's strength with that heavy V8 behind it,
and the forks would surely bottom out with all
that weight. Be careful dude. .
Frame kits are for sale. Each kit is handled and priced on an individual basis, due to the many levels of options and completion. A basic 2 seat frame w/ 4 link suspension brackets (no rear housing), complete radiator mounts(radiator not included) and front frame w/ head stock (to match your front end) runs about $1,600.00 Frames are Jig built using DOM tubing and laser cut brackets. I can e-mail pics at your request. My e-mail is milesmac00@gmail.com
this is about the best looking design i've seen. do you offer a single seat version like the prototype?
Yes, I can do a single seat version, It requires a shortie powerglide transmission.
so... what's the latest on this? what do you figure it weighs? will you update and provide info on your site?
nice work so far!
are the frame kits for sale yet and what are the prices ?
How do you go about Registering a V8 Trike for the road? what are the problems, What does the DMV Go By? Engine Year? and/or Block Numbers? Do they require Chassis Numbers?
What about Smog Requirements?
me thinks the forks too narrow for stability and rear too narrow as well, wouldn't ride it hard into a corner
It looks great. However I don't think it runs, otherwise you would be showcasing that fact.
Ahhhh....Have you looked at my other videos ?????
so, i have been thinking of useing a 396 big block.. and cant really fine any of these that look cool like this one. i want the image of sitting right on the engine. are you guys bolting rear frame and forks right to the engine block and heads?
How do you go about Registering a V8 Trike for the road? what are the problems, What does the DMV Go By? Engine Year? and/or Block Numbers? Do they require Chassis Numbers?
What about Smog Requirements?
Since it is an all new trike/Vehicle does it go by 2011 Smog and reg. requirements
Have you considered building this with a GM 4.3 V6?How about some more info on the steering and front end build? Thanks.
i wonder how the ride would be with an IRS from a newer cougar. springer front, irs out back..would be good for my messed up back.
No more solid axles. Every thing from now on will have full suspension. No more plastic seats either, only nice comfy ones. :)
nice! im watching. the 302 with an AOD behind it would be nice.
Can i buy frame plans in the future miles?
Have you flipped it over, yet? Seems seriously too narrow for me.
use the hot rodders approach and use anything you can get but id make it something off of a cruiser or get something custom remember you making a one off creation let you're imagination run wild
What type front end you running? Want to build one but Im lost on what to use??? Tnx, Rod
Do you have the prototype done? When will we see more Video?, any automatics on the horizon?
I would like to build one something like yours I can't seem to find any plans do you sale them if so how much and if not do you have any ideals on the best place to start thanks
+TIMOTHY HUX Yes, I sell chassis, they start at aprox $1800. If you're interested let me know.
how is the exhaust on the feet ?
Help...Front end help...Please
@milesmac00 t is now tiled as the year it is assembled, no smog requirements that I am aware of, make sure your insurance knows its an assembled vehicle.
milesmac00
Whats the rear axle out of?
8" ford, narrowed w/ custom axle shafts. I now use new 9" ford housings custom ordered to width.
Might wanna go with a better tranny...
Nice work