Custom sulky creation from something else!

[fireman 1,022]

We had this pedal cart laying around that spent a few years sitting in the woods before we got it. The kids used it for a few years and the steering finally gave up the ghost after being fixed a few times so it sat for a while. I was about to cut it apart and haul it to the scrap metal dumpster at work when I had a vision. With the sawzall already in hand I started cutting.  Next thing you know the welder came out. Cut down the length and made it so it can be taken apart for transport. Had to cut down the front sides so it doesn't hit the tractors rear tires when turning. That was two weeks ago. I started vacation Monday and since it was nice got to painting it. I think it came out pretty good for something I didn't pay a dime for and was on it's way to the scrap yard.

 

Now I'm contimplating making a removable rear shelf for  hauling any treasures I may find at the shows etc.

 

Here's how it started life:

 

 

 

And Now!

 

 

 

Edited August 14, 2014 by fireman

[AMC RULES 37,143]

Looks perfect Jeff...   

now any back seat drivers can have their own wheel.  

[formariz 11,988]

What a great idea. I have something similar also laying around. Got to take a better look at it now. Great imagination.

[SALTYWRIGHT 859]

VERY NICE JEFF.

[Ed Kennell 39,404]

NICE       What are the two levers ?

[KC9KAS 4,741]

Very nice sulky.

Looks like a hitch on the back of the sulky....just put a trailer behind it for your purchases. It will be difficult to back, but would work!

[Wishin4a416 2,191]

I like it!

[Racinbob 11,376]

That's really cool!!

[Geno 1,929]

That is so awesome!      Did you change the rear wheels? 

[fireman 1,022]

The two levers are the original brake and brake release from when it was a pedal cart. Figure i'd leave it there so when it's disconnected it can't roll anywhere. The rear rims and wheels are also original to the pedal cart. The tires have some dry rot but they have tubes and hold air. It does have a hitch on the the rear so I could hook a trailer and haul double. I figure i'll make a rack like pictured below that will slide in the square tubing in the rear just like they have for regular 2" hitches.

 

[AMC RULES 37,143]

You should just weld the wheels and seat on that rack. 

[fireman 1,022]

I need something the kids can ride around on too. 

 

On another note if anyone has any plastic they need to restore, Vinyl Die works wonders. The seat and fenders on this where totally sun faded. I light sanded them with 230 grit and then wiped them down with wax and grease remover. They came out like brand new.

[JimD 3,345]

Very nice work Jeff. One question though, where does the rider put their feet? Am I missing something in the pic?

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,364]

Now momma will really be a back seat driver.... 

[fireman 1,022]

Feet go up on the front portion. The seat is adjustable forward and back.

[shallowwatersailor 3,213]

I like it!

[CasualObserver 3,409]

Awesome re-purpose!

[fireman 1,022]

All right! I took it out for a spin today and having your feet up on the original front portion wasn't very comfortable. So not being able to leave well enough alone I've improved it to version 2.0. I added some real foot rests. When riding on it the steering wheel seemed way to close to me. I remembered that when I shortened the rear frame portion I had to move the steering column back also. So, I cut down the steering shaft length and added clevis pins so I can remove it if necessary. Now it's very comfortable and much more rider friendly. Just need to add some primer and paint and she'll be good to go.

 

 

 

 

[Geno 1,929]

Now it's a Wheel horse for sure.  Now all you need is some decals, a Wheel Horse seat and Ivory rear wheels.  While you're at it you can paint the rear fenders red and put a Wheel Horse steering wheel on it too.       

[JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,498]

I have been thinking of something like that for next years big show.

To bad I dont have the talent or tools to make one. Oh well. I give you high grades on that project.

 

Glenn

[fireman 1,022]

Glenn,

Really just used basic hand tools. The only specialty tool I used is a welder and thanks to Youtube and practice i've come pretty proficient with it. A ruler, hacksaw, drill, grinder and a couple of files is all I used. You should be able to find old sulkies on Craig's List in your area for short money. If you do find one your more then welcome to come up to my house and I'd be glad to help you modify it.

 

Jeff

[fireman 1,022]

Ok it's all re-painted and ready to roll. Took it out for a spin with the kids and the new footrests worked out great!

 

 

 

[Geno 1,929]

Very snazzy!