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    Would this work?

    Thanks, Now going with a rear motor, what suggestions? I will probably go with the 48V 20AH V2.5 LiFePO4 Battery Pack and upgrade the charger to 5A and also upgrade to high rate BMS. or would I be ok with stock? Basically I am looking for advice on a good set up with this, but don't want to go...
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    Would this work?

    Instead of the DB I saw this on CL, but I was referred to a Trek 820 but what about 3700. http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/2007/archive/3700# I know I have to add 2 torque arms. Would the fork that is on it be ok? http://images.craigslist.org/3ne3m13p75V15P45S2a9r8a20983c30c71cc3.jpg...
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    Would this work?

    k, thanks.
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    Would this work?

    What bikes would you recommend or should I just change the fork on the bike to surley or any bike for that matter. I guess this is my main frustration is the bike itself. I mean between the kit and batteries you are already looking at 1000.00 plus. So do I need a 1000.00 plus bike as well... if...
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    Would this work?

    Well to be honest if you know nothing about this and limited income, I don't think this should be something that is for me. I was thinking of spending the 1500.00 for the kit. Now I am second guessing this project. I guess I would have to do more research on this to actually be sold on it. I...
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    Would this work?

    Well this is getting more complicated than I wanted. Now I feel I am waisting my time and soon to be money on this. All I wanted was something that could take me about for a few hours with light peddling and to help my knee and loose some weight, and most of just to get out and about. Well...
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    Would this work?

    Thanks icecube57, I would use double torque arms on any bike I plan to build. I am new to all this and trying to figure it all out. I am not looking to spend LOADS of money considering this will be my first and I am mostly going to be using it for therapy on my knee, along with everyday...
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    Would this work?

    Hey all, I just received a DB (Derby) Diamondback Topanga and was wondering if this would work to convert into a front hub. It's all steel so the magnet tells me. I found out it is from mid 1980's to early 1990's (so the guy told me at the company). Looking for ideas also if I may just be...
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    Noob plan, just want to make sure. Thanks

    Thanks Bill. Appreciate the info :)
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    Noob plan, just want to make sure. Thanks

    Thank you Bill, Which Surly fork would I be looking for, I see about 40 of them just doing a quick google. Would any of them work (from most expensive down to the dirt cheap ones), what should I look for when replacing anything on the Trek 820? Thanks again, Steve
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    Dogmans racing bike

    that was awesome. I'd kill myself on that lol. Can't wait to see what else you put up. I have learned a lot from you so far, and as always best of luck :D
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    Noob plan, just want to make sure. Thanks

    Thank you everyone not only for the information but the support. I take each persons ideas into consideration. Each comment brings me so much closer to understanding what I will be looking at and getting my self into. :D So far I think the set up I am looking at is the C9 2807 front, the 48V...
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    Noob plan, just want to make sure. Thanks

    Again thanks dogman, I have a question, I know because of my size you have been leaning me towards the c9 which I dont mind at all. I am not concerned to much with being pulled over here in WI they don't pay much attention to bicyclist lol. but I was wondering what about...
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    Winter Riding, keeping warm.

    Couldn't you just stitch some type of waterproof canvas on the outside with it connecting to an insulated cloth on the inside? figure it couldnt be to difficult. I am new at this, but I know foam is a good insulator. Referring to top picture.
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    Noob plan, just want to make sure. Thanks

    StudEbiker thanks for the advice. Your right about maybe dropping down to the 20ah. I am just starting, and also that will remind me I have to work too on those long day out. lol Also appreciate the words of wisdom about the recharge if they sit (which I hope and pray they don't ;) ) I was...
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    Noob plan, just want to make sure. Thanks

    Hello itchynackers, I will need something I can charge on the go. There are going to be many times it will be an all day adventure. All the sites will be much nicer on a bike versus a car :D . So I know there will be many times I will loose track of time. lol
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    Noob plan, just want to make sure. Thanks

    vanilla ice, Thank you. lol. So if those are cheap batteries what are some other batteries to look for in later purchases. I like to get the most out of a dollar, specially now a days.
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    Noob plan, just want to make sure. Thanks

    Thanks torker, I appreciate your input, but have no idea when you said "using saggy sla so in a 26" rim" lol :lol: new to all this yet. Need to treat me as a 2 year old when discussing this. Still at the early development stage yet. :D Steve
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    Noob plan, just want to make sure. Thanks

    Thanks for the welcome FMB42, Yes I have my knee brace and most definitely will have head protection. People in WI don't seem to notice bike riders around here. Will have lights and all safety features for the bike before it will be taken out. :D Thanks, Steve
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    Noob plan, just want to make sure. Thanks

    Hello all, I Think I have what I will be getting from help with others on here. I am in Wisconsin (rain, snow, sleet, slop, you know all the good stuff :wink: ) and want to use it year round. I am looking more for distance so I know I will need to carry extra batteries (later on) along with...
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    Newbie needs help with information

    Also if it would be easier for any of us to communicate I can be contacted on my facebook if you use it at http://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=1505253534 I have that connected with me always. It good to stay in contact with people who know what they are talking about sometimes :) Thanks again
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    Newbie needs help with information

    I was looking at e-bikekit and saw their set up. Electric Bike Conversion System - LiFePO4 Battery Price: $1169.00 Product ID: EBK-CS2807F Order Front or Rear Wheel: Front Wheel Size: Not sure yet due to I am looking for compatible bike. Select Throttle Type: Split-Twist Upgrade Options: 3...
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    Newbie needs help with information

    Wow, dogman Thanks. Yeah I have noticed the 100 mile was a huge reach now. I see I was dreaming like most noob doing this. I think no that I have a little insight I can be more realistic with something. I do like the idea of a front to start make it easy for me to learn the trade I guess. I...
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    Newbie needs help with information

    Eujangles, Thank you for a quick reply. Yeah I thought it would be a little radical for the 100 miles. I was just figuring a way where I wont have a 15 mile restriction and if I wanted to be out all day I could. Thanks on the front or rear. I thought I would have more traction on the rear but I...
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    Newbie needs help with information

    Hello all, I have been wanting to get an e-bike kit, but am completely lost. So I figure to come to a place where people know the field. I have a lot of questions and I know there will be a lot of opinions, but I would like to hear them all. So thank you for taking the time to help me out. I am...
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