Inflatable wheels
In terms of time consumption, the second most attractive design after snow scooters and sleds is a homemade snowmobile made from a chainsaw on wide inflatable bladders from the wheels of a truck or tractor. For strength, a uniform layer of liquid rubber is applied to their surface or another flexible and waterproof material is glued. Chains are placed around the circumference at equal distances from each other across the chamber or crossbars are firmly attached to increase traction. Wheel rims can be used for bicycles , motorcycles, or made yourself.
What a homemade snowmobile can do at a cost of 80 thousand rubles
Hello everyone) Winter continues to delight us with an abundance of snow, and therefore the tests of the HOMEMADE SNOWMOBILE continue!
This time we shot a short clip showing the dynamics and capabilities of the snowmobile:
At the heart of the snowmobile:
- light homemade frame;
— single-cylinder four-stroke engine from a walk-behind tractor with a power of 18 hp;
— Polarnik caterpillar 64 steps (3232×380 mm).
— slick suspension on rails from the taiga
— homemade plastic lining and seat (in the process of being finalized)
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We make a snowmobile with our own hands - it couldn’t be easier!
We make a snowmobile with our own hands - it couldn’t be easier!
I made this snowmobile literally in a couple of weekends in the garage at the dacha. Although its design at first glance looks very simple, nevertheless, in terms of cross-country ability in deep loose or wet snow, it is not inferior to most industrially produced snowmobiles.
Several years ago, I built a snowmobile for my nine-year-old daughter with a homemade track made from conveyor belts and plastic water pipes as lugs. At first I had doubts about the reliability of such a track and how the plastic parts would behave in the cold. But during two years of winter operation, no breakdowns or severe wear of the pipes occurred. This inspired me to create a light snowmobile for myself with the same homemade track.
Understanding full well that the smaller the mass of the snowmobile and the larger the supporting area of the caterpillar, the better its cross-country ability in loose and deep snow, I tried to make the design as light as possible. The operating principle of the snowmobile is very simple (Fig. 1). There are four wheels installed inside the caterpillar, which, when moving, roll along a conveyor belt on which lugs are attached. And the caterpillar drive from the motor is carried out by a chain through the driven shaft using special drive sprockets. I took them from the Buran snowmobile.”
How to make a snow scooter with a trimmer engine
The engine from a trimmer (lawn mower) can be used as the basis for the power plant. You can also make an electric snow scooter with your own hands, which does not produce harmful emissions and operates with less noise. But if you use a trimmer, it is easier to design the installation. The battery takes up more space and has a noticeable weight. Thus, a trimmer for assembling a snow scooter with a motor with your own hands has several advantages:
- ready-made and inexpensive engine;
- small weight;
- ease of assembly;
- sufficient power at low gasoline costs;
- affordable price.
Required materials and tools
You can take a ready-made snow scooter as a basis, to which you just need to attach the motor (trimmer) with your own hands. To do this you will need the following products, materials and tools:
- children's snowmobile;
- trimmer (you can take the Partner t281 model);
- ripper attachment equipped with a gearbox;
- chain;
- a pair of wheels (can be taken from a garden wheelbarrow);
- leg (can be taken from an office chair);
- bicycle handlebar;
- welding machine;
- fasteners and other materials described above.
Step-by-step assembly instructions
The sequence of actions when assembling a snow scooter with a motor with your own hands is as follows:
- First you need to disassemble the ripper attachment.
- Tighten the fastening on the wheel disks - the result is a gearbox with a wheelset.
- Next, put on chains to prevent the wheels from slipping.
- At the next stage of assembling a snow scooter with a motor, shorten the drive cable and trimmer rod with your own hands.
- They make a mount for the gearbox from the leg of an office chair.
- The skis are reinforced with aluminum corners.
- Mounting a bicycle handlebar.
Important! The resulting structure is quite durable and collapsible.
A child's vehicle can be easily transported even in a small car trunk
Chainsaw snowmobile
Even this option exists and craftsmen use the saw engine to create snowmobiles. With a minimum of tools and an understanding of the basics of building vehicles, this is not so difficult. True, you will have to work on the frame and propulsion, but everything else is provided by the chainsaw. The power of the chainsaw engine is quite enough to confidently push one or even two adults. After all, the working volume sometimes exceeds the volume of moped engines, and the two-stroke engine increases efficiency.
Model overview
Let's look at several popular children's gasoline models.
- Taiga RM "Lynx" . The first domestic unit of this type, designed for the smallest. This device will not carry more than 40 kg of load, and will not accelerate faster than 13 km/h. In fact, this is just a slightly improved sled, but at the same time very reliable, with a bunch of technical devices. The purchase will cost 80-90 thousand rubles.
- Yamaha SRX 120. Model from a manufacturer that has long established itself as an undisputed leader in the light motor vehicle industry. Everything here is done for the utmost convenience of the little driver - the mechanism is very easy to operate, has an automatic clutch, and even allows you to adjust the rear suspension. The quality and thoughtfulness of the unit are justifiably worth the 150 thousand rubles that are asked for it.
- SnowRunner Max 80. A budget snowcycle, the cost of which in domestic stores starts from a modest 40 thousand rubles. At a low price, it has a decent load capacity - up to 50 kg. According to the manufacturer, the unit is so easy to operate that it is suitable for drivers aged 4 years and older.
Peculiarities
A children's gasoline snowmobile is an almost exact copy of a similar adult unit . The only difference is that it is somewhat reduced in size and has reduced power, but this has a beneficial effect on the cost. In essence, a snowmobile is the same sled, only mechanical, and even with the ability to conveniently turn using front runners attached to a bicycle-type handlebar.
Gasoline vehicles, of course, are technically more complex than their electric counterparts , but this does not stop most parents. The reasons for this are obvious: low power of electric snowmobiles, low autonomous range, a simple desire to accustom a child to servicing a fuel-powered machine.
The gasoline model will be a little dirtier, so adults will probably have to service it at first, but the equipment will overcome any snow drifts and long distances.
The electric model is simpler, controlled almost by buttons, but modern manufacturers are doing everything to make operating a gasoline snowmobile also easy for a child. Great emphasis is placed on the stability and safety of the machine - every snow bike is designed to be stable and not tip over. Like an ATV, a snowmobile for children has remote control functions, which include forced maximum speed limitation and complete engine shutdown using a remote control.
Brush and roller
The nozzle is indispensable for quickly collecting debris on the lawn. It sweeps it away without damaging the surface. Thanks to the high rotation speed of the working tool, cleaning efficiency increases. The nozzle is suitable for removing fallen leaves from the lawn, and special bristles can sweep away even small twigs and small debris.
Ice screw
An ice drill made from a trimmer is a low-power unit for winter fishing enthusiasts, characterized by its low weight and easy transportation. In order to save money on the purchase of new equipment and the effort required when manually drilling ice, fishermen make them from old trimmers. For this you need:
- petrol mower;
- factory or homemade drill;
- improvised materials.
It is difficult to make an ice screw at home. The parts to pay attention to are the screws and the blade base.
To create augers you need:
- Calculate the sizes of product segments.
- Prepare metal blanks, mark, cut out a sector, weld the segments together. The result is a steel spring welded on one side.
- Stretch the spring by a given step on a special machine in order to weld the segments on the other side.
- Grab the flange and weld it to the pipe.
- Boil the screw connections and paint.
- When choosing auger rotation, take into account the direction of rotation of the gas-powered tool.
Converting a trimmer into a gas auger is suitable for units with a folding boom. The connection adapter is the easiest to prepare.
If it is necessary to increase the rigidity and stability of the mechanism, a durable frame is made to mount the gearbox and motor.
Motorized drills are units for making holes for installing wooden piles, laying foundations, and drilling wells. The operating principle and manufacturing method are similar.
DIY limitations
In 2005, homemade vehicles were allowed to be registered. But only with the conditions that the transport meets state standards. Self-created transport is certified if it meets all technical requirements. If any technical specification is violated, the homemade vehicle will not be registered with the traffic police.
For homemade equipment, there are limitations that can improve its quality, reliability of use, and increase its service life. There are restrictions on the size of vehicles. There are requirements for the steering system, engine operation, and lighting devices. The requirements for homemade equipment do not limit the freedom of creativity of the designer, but set as their goal:
- compliance with traffic rules, safety regulations, labor protection;
- environment protection.
Tips for using a homemade snow blower
Before starting work, warm up the engine and use seasonal lubricant.
Also follow some guidelines.
- Operate the snow blower at full capacity.
- Avoid unnecessary and frequent pressing of the gas, as this can damage the engine.
- Do not drive over hard obstacles or try to break up the ice.
Once all work is completed, the snow blower is cleaned and stored in a dry place. This will prevent it from breaking.
