torque converter on ruttman

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joem

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#1
i just got another ruttman,this one is a long frame i got from a guy on the forum,thanks ratfink!!!
i wanted to know if any one has put a torque converter on one of these?
if so what all is involved in doing so,pictures would be great!!how would
i do a brake setup with this and what size sprocket should i use at the
rear wheel.i am trying to get some more speed.my little ruttman has 12/72
sprockets, 6to1 ratio it will do obnoxious wheel stands but it only goes about 18/20 mph.
also please tell me if you think I'm crazy for wanting to do this
Joe
 
Mean Dean

Mean Dean

Active Member
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Ruttman did have a rare mini called a Spyder SS. They are super rare. I had a new one back in Feb. of 1970. It had a Torque converter. The brake was a 2 inch band brake that went on the back Jackshaft on a solid hub. You can duplicate it but I would have to get into some serious details . It is a rocket with the set up. .
 
J

joem

Active Member
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#3
hey dean
i saw a picture is your photo gallery of a spyder with a converter on it
is/was that your bike.is that one you modded or is that an ss your talking about
i do not what to modify the frame
 
cheezy1

cheezy1

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#5
Been there...done that. Use a rear band brake on a drumm for the opposite side of the sprocket and a 60T sprocket. No jackshaft needed.
 
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