mike g. posted:Moonman posted:Mike,
That's what is missing, the speed control. I have two of those vehicles for the grandchildren and had them for the children years ago. They don't seem to have much throttle control.
The counterweights would need to be about 130lbs on each side. The cars typically weigh about 50-65lbs and they are rated for 50-65lb rider, sometimes, 2 riders.
something like this Stan? motor speed controller
I see what you guys are saying about a speed controller, my question is would I have to adjust it for everytime I wanted to go up or down?
As far a counter weight I was wondering if something like a heavy duty spring or maybe even a bungee cord would work?
I am guessing that once you find the sweet spot it's full throttle on the pedal. When they are driving the cars, once the motor overcomes the starting load it runs full speed or it's off. For a light child, it's like a dragster launch. I don't think adding weights would help. It would be slower at first and then move quickly.
