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    Warren's 350 MAC mid-drive (finally) recumbent

    Dom Harvey had a 48 volt 408 in his BB drive, built about 4 years or so ago now. I think he also used one of the dual wound two speed versions an a later incarnation. http://www.evalbum.com/769 a pic of an early version.
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    Upgrade to big disk, better on front or rear?

    If you think about it V brakes are in principal a type of disc brake, only difference being with a V brake the rim is the disc. Far different than comparing to a roller, band or drum brake. AS to the OP's question, I agree with putting the biggest stopping force on the front wheel.
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    The Cyclone Thread. cyclone users report here!!

    Swapping out the freewheel is pretty straight forward. Remove set screw and slide freewheel and adapter off of the motor. Careful you don't misplace the key, the set screw does not have to come all the way out. Clamp the freewheel adapter on the shoulder, face down in a vise and unscrew the...
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    HELP WITH MY BIKE

    Better check the chain size of the sprocket on the motor. Typically those motors have a #25 chain size sprocket, not compatible with a MTB chainwheel or sprockets at all.
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    Hub motors suitable for SM or mid drive?

    I'm watching your build closely to see how this Cute little guy works out Malcom. I currently have a similar MY1018 set up that needs an upgrade. More power for the steep Seattle hills would be nice. Rather than try to align the sprocket by moving the motor around I think I'll probably set up a...
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    Freewheel crank resources

    Dequinox, I just took five nuts about 2 sizes bigger than the bolts that go through the freewheel so they would not thread on, just spacers basically. Put them between the face of the freewheel and the back of the drive ring. Still caught enough shoulder on the freewheel to center the ring but...
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    Hub vs non-hub motor drives.

    I've run BB drive and hub motors. The hub motors, especially the geared ones are pretty hard to beat for all around performance and reliability. My BB set ups all needed fairly constant tinkering but when they worked were excellent. The direct drive to the rear wheel with broached freewheel...
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    Your Creation's Before & After Pics

    Hard to tell from the pics. Did you cut up your Cruzebike attachment to move the BB and crankset forward?
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    reliable chain drive system

    This might give you a few ideas and inspiration...... http://www.oaktreevet.co.uk/Trike/trike.htm
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    10% off on one ebay item using paypal until 10/30

    If you have a Mac it seems to work on Safari every time.
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    10% off on one ebay item using paypal until 10/30

    This worked for me but the vendor didn't use paypal checkout so no discount on what I wanted. Limit on discount is now $200 per item max. Open firefox , go to live.com .. type anything that will show the 30% eBay sponsored link .. press 'ctrl' on you keyboard and go on clicking the link .. one...
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    Bafang geared brushless or a BMC?

    Bump. I'm kind of curious myself, anybody tried both and have a preference?
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    203MM Avid BB7 on sale $39.99

    Typical ebike going 40mph?
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    Bike Lust

    Check this one out, fitted with a mega bucket. Details here http://www.madsencycles.com/
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    Could I get some ideas?

    Nice simple and easy to execute design TD. Maybe a spring rather than the turnbuckle?
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    Link's first ebike. (Now: The S-Go)

    Try here, they should have you covered. One of the advantages of the replaceable type, you don't have to try and straighten the frame. http://www.goosecreekcycle.com/DerailleurHangers.htm#3
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    Modifying - Bending Torque Arms - Steel

    What he said, bend it a ways back from the part that fits between nut and frame though. You want that area to stay flat and not at all distorted. If it is too stiff to bend easily a little heat applied at the spot you want it to bend never hurt either. Propane torch should be plenty hot.
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    203MM Avid BB7 on sale $39.99

    Some hub motor applications will simply not allow the use of a smaller diameter rotor due to interference with the caliper. So even if a smaller rotor will supply enough stopping power it physically will not fit. If a larger unit has too much stopping power at lock up maybe you could just not...
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    203MM Avid BB7 on sale $39.99

    Yup, some examples here .......http://shop.ebay.com/items/_W0QQ_nkwZ203mmQ20discQ20adapterQQ_armrsZ1QQ_fromZQQ_mdoZ
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    203MM Avid BB7 on sale $39.99

    Standard 6 hole 41mm spacing for mounting rotors. Calipers on forks mostly 51mm standard, some post mount. If the caliper and rotor are sold as a set an adapter or spacer is included if not, one will usually need to be purchased. Different sizes of caliper adapters are used for rotors measuring...
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    203MM Avid BB7 on sale $39.99

    It gets better, promo code VEGAS gets an additional 10% off of that price.
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    203MM Avid BB7 on sale $39.99

    At the adjusting screw, it's widest point, about 11/16th of an inch approximately 3 1/2" from the axle center. Will it fit depends upon application, no problem on a BMC, Ezee or Bafang hub motor. I just got some for my Kona Blast upcoming winter upgrade, but its a BB drive and it will remain...
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    203MM Avid BB7 on sale $39.99

    If you need a large rotor (203mm) disc brake Beyondbikes has them on sale for $39.99. Best price I have ever seen for these front and rear. http://www.beyondbikes.com/bb/Items.asp?Cc=CM%2DBRA%2DCAB I am not affiliated with them but have bought from them before and service was good. FYI...
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    is it that much better or efficient to use solder

    Metcals are easier to use in that they automatically adjust the amount of wattage required to keep a consistent temperature, but like the man said spendy. I'm lucky in that I can use the ones at work after hours or slip one of the assemblers a few bucks and let them do any of the "brain...
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    is it that much better or efficient to use solder

    I'm not talking about the flux core of the solder wire itself. I'm referring to additional liquid flux, dipping the stripped ends of wires in it before applying heat and solder will ease and speed up the tinning or making the joint. Additional liquid flux will also ease the soldering and removal...
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