How to build Moonbeam, a 100 MPG microcar

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Moonbeam's Activities 2008
Specifications
The Microcar Concept
Why three wheels?
Why Not Electric?
Street Legality
Safety
Test Drives
How to Build Moonbeam
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Some more Pictures
Improvements you might make
How you may use this information
Links to Check Out
Report from Boston's Altwheels Festival 2006
Maine to Santa Monica at slow speed
Report from Santa Monica's Altcarexpo
Some interesting videos to look at
The upcoming Automotive X Prize and the Maine Team
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     In the upper picture, I am having my moment of truth: Once I cut this frame, there will be no turning back.  Please imagine me wearing the necessary safety glasses and ear protection.     
      In the lower picture, my wooden stand is holding the forks in their desired position.  I'm trying to figure out how to build the main connecting chassis: Shall I use more 2" round tube like the scooter frame?  No!  Not strong enough.
     You can see the original honda handlebars being tried out for position, and also Honda's  wonderful variable speed drive, using a ribber belt with spring-loaded pulleys.

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