With all the parts in hand I spent most of the day putting the finishing touches on the chain drive assembly and preparing for an early start tomorrow. I will spend the morning loading up tools and supplies as well as meeting with Colorado Welding Supply off 8Th in regards to the welding tanks for the Wankel Bell.
The chain drive consists of a gear reduced motor and sliding bracket, Two sprockets, tapered bearing and about 3 ft of chain.
The red bolts are a simple and flexible centering technique that will accommodate different bearings and allow for fast easy removal and re installation which may be the case if the glass vessels are to be removed and loaded through the top.
A single gang switch box mounted to the back of the bracket provides a connection point for the motor wiring. Left over MC cable sheath helps protect the motors wires on there way to the box.
The gears are attached to the shafts using tapered split ring bushings which pinch the shaft when tightened. Pipe was chosen for the main shaft not only for stability but also to provide vacuum and pressure to the vessel being created.
The firing is so close I can taste it. Steady as she goes tomorrow we will put her together and hopefully drop some glass.
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