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RobotObsession17 09-13-2020 07:41 AM

Gyroscopic drink holder
 
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I plan to create a gyroscopic drink holder, that will automatically keep my drink level regardless of the cart's tilt (pitch and roll). I plan to attach this device on the front roof support (I think called a front roof strut, as I'm new to golf carts).

I am trying to design how the drink holder will attach to the golf cart, and need help. Ideally, I would like to create a universal mounting bracket, if possible.

EZGO Question: My 1998 front roof support is ~ 3/4" square. Did EZGO keep that same size from year to year, or does the size of the front roof support vary?

CLUB CAR Question: Any idea what size Club Car uses for their front roof supports?

Pix below to portray the concept of the drink holder.

Thanks in advance.

Swan 09-13-2020 07:53 AM

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front roof support on a DS are 1" sq

Getter-Done 09-13-2020 10:31 AM

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I have often thought of making one of these.
This would be a great addition to a lawnmower/ tractor / and golf-cart.
Will you be making this with a milling machine and a lathe?
Or do you have a 3D printer?




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kgsc 09-13-2020 10:39 AM

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Nice idea but been around a while.

Reddawg454 09-13-2020 10:40 AM

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Perhaps something like this https://www.amazon.com/attwood-11672...g-goods&sr=1-6

Reddawg454 09-13-2020 10:41 AM

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kgsc beat me to it lol

RobotObsession17 09-14-2020 06:38 AM

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kgsc and Reddawg454 sorry for the confusion, but I am not trying to buy one, but rather build one. Even when something exists, I prefer to build my own version for some odd reason that I cannot explain LOL (drives my wife crazy).

Swan, thanks for the help - I appreciate that. As thanks - if you want one, I will happily mail one to you for the cost of shipping. No promises on quality, workmanship, interference with a windshield (I don't have one), etc.

Getter-Done (quite) a few comments:

1. That's a great idea - I may have to make another version to fit my riding lawn mower. Good thinkin'.

2. I will 3D print for sure. I did a material-properties stress-loading simulation and the plastic will be no problem to hold a 12 oz can. If I needed stronger, I could print in carbon fiber.

3. Alternatively I teach Robotics at our local University (just one class) and they have a CNC machine there if I needed to opt for aluminum.

4. I noticed you are a Machinist in your profile - I am jealous. It's amazing what you guys can crank out based on decades of experience. I rely heavily on the expertise of the local machinist at the University, he has endless tricks up his sleeve when it comes to machining a part.

5. I welcome any suggestions for improvement given your Machinist background.

Thanks again, all.

kgsc 09-14-2020 07:57 AM

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Kudos for building your own. Pretty sure that the txt line still uses 3/4” and the rxv line are either 1” or 1 1/4”. Things you might want to consider would be for maybe a 20oz yeti type cup.

RobotObsession17 09-17-2020 06:29 AM

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Originally Posted by kgsc (Post 1760279)
Kudos for building your own. Pretty sure that the txt line still uses 3/4” and the rxv line are either 1” or 1 1/4”. Things you might want to consider would be for maybe a 20oz yeti type cup.

Thanks, kgsc. Seems making a universal mount might be more challenging than I hoped. Does anyone have an RXV that can let me know if they are 1" or 1.25"?

The Yeti cup idea is brilliant. I had not thought of that. Nor do I have one, but I will track one down. Good thinkin' and thanks again.

RobotObsession17 09-17-2020 06:42 AM

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Update on this project:

Good news: I was able to get it printed and assembled.

Bad news: The mount piece failed to print, so I have to redo.

Hopefully install & test tomorrow. Here is a pic of progress:


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