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[*] posted on 20-6-2012 at 10:09 AM
Wanted: Libre Hardcore weight set


Does anyone have any advice on an easy way to add weight to my Libre Hardcore? If someone has a weight set they want to sell I am interested. I am hoping to spend less than $100. I was thinking of Putting some lead shot in bags into the seat area but I think it would be best to have the weight out by the wheels much like the KBSS weight set.



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[*] posted on 20-6-2012 at 10:20 AM


have you considered using the old belt weights that divers used to use, could probably find them cheap since most have moved to the vest still weights
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[*] posted on 20-6-2012 at 10:34 AM


Yes, I dive and have some weights around, the problem is how to affix it to the buggy frame so it does not rattle around and can be removed easily. I thought about some type of C clamps to mount weights to the rear axle and down tube but am not sure on the best way to do that. I am hoping for some advice.



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[*] posted on 20-6-2012 at 12:23 PM


There are pictures of the Libre weights here:
http://www.libre.de/Eng/BuggyEquipment.html

It looks like the fork weights have a plate welded to them for attaching them to the footrest/front axle plate and the rear weights are welded to a two part clamp for attaching to the axle.

What type or tools/fabrication equipment do you have access to?

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[*] posted on 20-6-2012 at 01:20 PM


Dagon,
let me know what you need and I will get it for you. got an order to place early next week, I can add yours to it.



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[*] posted on 20-6-2012 at 02:11 PM


Weights for the back can be made from 4inch plastic pipe. Cut to desired length , use plastic screw in/on caps. Fill with dirt/sand/rocks and water, then bungy to axle or across rails. When done empty and pack a light weight setup home.



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[*] posted on 20-6-2012 at 03:09 PM


I just have some basic tools like an electric drill, radial saw and hand tools. Not much of a shop for me to fabricate with. Screwing and bolting things together works best. Jon, I like your idea about the rear weight, I will have to give that a try.

If I put too much weight on the rear axle without balancing it on the front, what will be the outcome in terms of traction and stability?



NAPKRA: US32
my bag:
Ted's Profoil 1.5m
HQ beamer 1.4m
Ozone Samurai 2.0m
JoJo RM+ 2.5m, 3m
PL Vapor 3.8m
PL Viper S 5.3m
Ozone Frenzy 05 10m
PKD Century 6.5m
Libre Hardcore
Libre V-Max
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