This would NOT serve most people's purpose with a 3 wheeler, but I was giving some thought to a build I have in the works and the live axle is a bit of a thorn in my side as opposed to the usual traction benefit it is.
Has anyone ever considered how a 3 wheeler would act if one rear hub was set on a bearing and only ONE wheel splined to the axle. There'd be a big loss in traction but seems like low speed turning and cornering would improve a lot. Also, and this is the reason i am pondering it, it would tear up the ground MUCH less when turning. There ARE times when that would be beneficial.
It wouldn't be THAT hard to do. Little lathe work is all.
Anyone have a thought before I get a wild hair up my arse and go try something? LOL!!!!