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  1. dilbertjth

    Build plan: 2008 Trek Fuel EX 5.5

    After a season of commuting, I thought I would post some of my experiences. I now have a little over 2,300 miles on it, and have had a few problems, but overall am quite happy with it. The worst problem was an issue with the motor. Not long into its life it started occasionally having some...
  2. dilbertjth

    Build plan: 2008 Trek Fuel EX 5.5

    It goes! Both of my orders arrived today: the power poles and crimper and the XLR adapters. I sprung for the real crimper, and I must say that works quite nicely. After a brief test ride, I took it out for a nine mile ride that included some hills. Just like you all say, it's downhill all...
  3. dilbertjth

    Build plan: 2008 Trek Fuel EX 5.5

    Got battery! That took a while. When I ordered he said it would take a couple weeks to prepare, but made no mention that it would be shipped by boat from Hong Kong, rather than FL where Falcon EV is. The connectors are also wrong, at least the main one, which is a SB50 instead of the Power...
  4. dilbertjth

    Build plan: 2008 Trek Fuel EX 5.5

    I suppose I could do that if it weren't too wide, but it is. But if it wasn't I think I would just mount it directly on the top bar rather than have a rack hovering above it.
  5. dilbertjth

    Have You Ever Accidentally Shorted a Battery ?

    Just shorted mine yesterday, the day it arrived. 15Ah 48V lifepo4 pack. I was trying to be cautious and take a reading of the voltage of the XLR connector to make sure the polarity was correct. I was careful not to touch the leads to more than one pin, or to each other, but neglected to think...
  6. dilbertjth

    Build plan: 2008 Trek Fuel EX 5.5

    Here's take one of the rack reinforcement. I was happy with it until I sat on the bike and jumped up and down a bit to compress the rear shock. Yep, it hits the support. So I made a new lower mounting bracket and shortened it up a bit. Here it is with no air in the shock and fully...
  7. dilbertjth

    Build plan: 2008 Trek Fuel EX 5.5

    Cracked frame? Oh, man! Hadn't though of that possibility. I had heard about broken racks and seat posts, which I think I could take in stride, but frame damage would suck. OK, you guys have talked me into it. I have a design in my head for some additional support. Same basic idea as...
  8. dilbertjth

    Build plan: 2008 Trek Fuel EX 5.5

    Pretty slowly. I just received the disc spacer and torque arm yesterday, so I messed around with it a bit today. It looks like the Juicy 3 rear brake is going to work, but I'm finding it a bit challenging to get no rubbing as the wheel spins. Also, I don't quite like the 12mm length disc...
  9. dilbertjth

    Build plan: 2008 Trek Fuel EX 5.5

    Thanks. I'll post again after I get the battery and try it. I will probably be another week or so before it arrives. I think I may be able to get the Juicy 3 brakes to work. I've asked ebikes.ca to add a spacer to my order when they ship out the torque arm. I think that and a 203mm rotor...
  10. dilbertjth

    Build plan: 2008 Trek Fuel EX 5.5

    Well I got the shipment from Grin on Saturday. I would say my experience ordering from them was good but not great. Feb. 15th placed the order (email option) 16th got email saying all was in stock and there should be no delay 17th got email saying payment had been processed, would begin...
  11. dilbertjth

    Share Your Commute

    It might be interesting to see what forum members' commutes look like. For whoever is interested, you could post a Google Earth track file, which could then be viewed by "Play Tour" in Google Earth. Or a video for those with an adventure cam. Or a GPS track that you have made during a ride...
  12. dilbertjth

    Build plan: 2008 Trek Fuel EX 5.5

    Good idea about disconnecting the shock to see worst possible case travel on the rear wheel. Hadn't thought of that, but might have to give that a try. I'm sure having the weight back there isn't ideal, but I did get used to having a toddler back there back in the day, so I expect I can deal...
  13. dilbertjth

    Build plan: 2008 Trek Fuel EX 5.5

    The battery will be 16 lb., so with that, the bag, and controller, it should be just under 20 lb. total load on the rack. It's rated for 22 lb., so breakage is a distinct possibility. In that case I think I would buy one more exactly like it, and between the new one and what's left of the...
  14. dilbertjth

    Second Build Trek Fuel EX 5.5

    OK, I did: http://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=37283#p542147
  15. dilbertjth

    Build plan: 2008 Trek Fuel EX 5.5

    I'm planning to convert my 2008 Trek Fuel EX 5.5 to an electric commuter. It's pretty much stock with the exception of an upgrade to juicy 3 hydraulic brakes (from avid mechanical disc) and a Serfas Rx seat. Here's the before shot: The plan is: From Grin Cyclery: Crystalyte HS3540 direct...
  16. dilbertjth

    Second Build Trek Fuel EX 5.5

    Not yet, but I will start one once I actually have something to work with. Looks like it's going to be a while. But it will be a while before good riding weather anyway, so no big. Guess I could start with the "before" shot!
  17. dilbertjth

    Second Build Trek Fuel EX 5.5

    Here's one rated for 25 lb. http://www.bikeman.com/RK7505.html
  18. dilbertjth

    Second Build Trek Fuel EX 5.5

    I got this Ibera rack: http://www.ibera-usa.com/Bicycle-seatpostmounted-Commuter-Rack-Quickrelease-Commuter/M/B005G8BRRG.htm?traffic_src=froogle&utm_medium=CSE&utm_source=froogle It's rated to carry 22 lb. I figure I'll have it loaded just under 20 lb. I plan to just be using the bike for...
  19. dilbertjth

    Second Build Trek Fuel EX 5.5

    Nice bike! I will be starting a very similar build shortly. I have the exact same bike (model and year) except one size larger (18.5/19.5). I'll be going the seat post rack route for the battery though, since I want a super easy and quick disconnect so that I can take the battery into the...
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