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BITS AND BOBS THAT I USED AS A NEW EBIKER
I have a little experience with alot of stuff, but never electric+bikes, and wasn't really all that up on bikes because I hadn't ever re-dished a wheel or replaced a bb. Now I know many things I was shy of were only a forum/utube search and a tool away from completion!
I understand why we call it a hobby now, cuz if we didn't it'd be more like a full time job haha.
But it really can be as simple or as complicated as you want it to be I guess.
Here's some great parts, materials, and tools; Links, prices, descriptions included. I am hoping they will help people new to this save a little time when doing a repair or starting from scratch.
I'll update my list as is fitting.
And of course questions and your own recommendations are welcome too!!!
SPECIAL BIKE AND DIY FABRICATION TOOLS
Aluminum weld spoolgun
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00811QJSW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Longevity 741360253094 LONGEVITY Spoolgun 140
Definitely my biggest 'ebike' tool purchase. Works with pretty much all mig welders. Usually just need to jump the extra 2 wires to the motor +&- in the welder case.
Came in handy when making a special mount for the bht. I'm sure it will come in handy for alot!
Cassette lockring socket
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002DEDV70/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$7 Park Tool Cassette/Rotor Lockring Removal Tool - FR-5/FR-5G
Works for my 8spd cassette. probably 9& 10spd too.
Bottom bracket socket
http://www.amazon.com/BIKEHAND-Bicycle-Shimano-Bracket-Removal/dp/B00811WQJS/ref=pd_sim_468_4?ie=UTF8&refRID=05SXYZPR38STCBZWWCBA
$11 BIKEHAND Bike Bicycle Shimano Bottom Bracket Removal Remover Tool
20teeth, worked for the original bb, and worked for the wider replacement.
Also customized along with whiteind hd fw as a removaltool for that too.
Die grinder rotary burr
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00385LJDQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$15 TEMO SF-5 Double Cut CARBIDE ROTARY BURR 1/4" SHANK 1/2" Round Nose Tree
Very handy for die grinder. super sharp/aggressive. Die grinders are a big step up from finer detail dremels. You'll need air of course.
Step bits/ Unibits
http://www.harborfreight.com/titanium-nitride-coated-high-speed-steel-step-drill-bit-set-3-pc-60379.html
$14 Titanium Nitride Coated High Speed Steel Step Drill Bit Set 3 Pc
Very handy. Go easy on steel, and they last long, also great for plastic, fiberglass, carbonfiber,wood, aluminum.
Shock pump
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005543YUE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$30 RockShox High-Pressure Shock Pump (300 psi max)
Must have for air shocks
a good multitool. . . I love my trek big brother multitool with chainbreaker, 3 spoke wrenches, 8 allens, and 2 screwdrivers. But I can't find a link for it. Wow, it's 15 years old.
And of course, you're not a pro if you haven't used a 'persuader'
UNIVERSAL FABRICATION MATERIALS
Automotive and hardware stores are your friend. Locktight red and blue, die electric grease, etc etc. Grade 8 bolts, spring assortments (ANY assortments!). Assorted innertube rubber and vinyl,urethane,rubber hoses from my parts basket were also helpful.
Even fabric stores for grommets, snaps, buckles, velcro. ('sew on' velcro has been super useful.)
Some basic knowledge to understand the core differences and how to manipulate basic materials like steel, aluminum, rubber, plastics, fiberglass, carbonfiber, leather, cordora, etc is pretty easy to come by. I have alot of different base 'material' at hand, so not alot of that was purchased, but most of that can be found or bought and repurposed. Here's a few of the specific items that I've bought for the project and can back.
Splicing
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004UYTWJW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$2 50 Pcs Gel Splice UY Connector 2 Port Wire Connectors Yellow
Solder
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00068IJPO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$28 Kester 44 Rosin Core Solder 60/40 .031 1 lb. Spool
I plan to have this for a lifetime. Very fine for pcb's, or I quad or 8xtwist for big things like 5.5mm bullets, which I use a torch for instead of solder iron.
Heatshrink
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LVFDLUO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$9 SummitLink 328 Pcs Assorted Heat Shrink Tube 5 Colors 8 Sizes Tubing Wrap Sleeve Set Combo
Great assortment to start with. I love heatshrink.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00843KQQI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$5 10mm Black Polyolefin Insulation Heat Shrink Tubing 3 Meters 9.8ft
This stuff is about the diameter of a standard 110v cord when shrunk. Heavier stuff than the assortment
Bullets 5.5
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00D39WDMS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$5 Neewer® 20 Pairs 5.5MM Gold Plated Bullet Banana Plug Connectors
Great value and high amps. They match the turnigy lipo I used too.
UHMWPE
http://www.amazon.com/UHMW-Sheet-48-Peachtree-Woodworking/dp/B000O2HBOC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1431906435&sr=8-1&keywords=uhmwpe
$27 UHMW Sheet 1/2" x 4" x 48" By Peachtree Woodworking
I've used it in the past, and it's really handy. Great for sliding and high compression applications.
A regular old polyethylene cutting board is pretty good too, but isn't as dense or tool-able.
LIPO AND BATTERY STUFF
Battery bag or storage
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0098HAT34/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
2x $12/pc Cycling Bike Bicycle Handlebar Bar Basket Bag by roswheel
Modded these for pannier top frame style splittable 20s 11.6ah battery bags.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PRRHI92/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$15 ArcEnCiel (TM) Bicycle Frame Pannier Bag and Front Tube Cell Phone Bag with Mobile Phone Pouch 5.5 inch Mobile iPhone 6 ,6 Plus Samsung S3 S4
Each side can just fit up to 10s 5.8ah lipo and some reinforce/protection. I've used it as for my halfpack while waiting to build the whole thing.
Fuse holder and fuses 80a
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007X5H6AW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$5 IMC Audio 80 Amp Inline AGU Fuse Holder Fits 4 8 10 Gauge Wire
Didn't even use this yet, I don't really know where it would do the most good actually
Battery wire
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007DMW3IU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$15 10 Gauge Silicone Wire 10 Feet - 10 AWG Silicone Wire
Nice fine strand flexible power wire. Of course jumper cable wire could work too.
Balance connectors
http://www.ebay.com/itm/10-pair-jst-xh-7-pin-connectors-for-6S-lipo-battery-balance-plug/221754641741?_trksid=p2045573.c100033.m2042&_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D31031%26meid%3D7e7ac1dc68894cd0944c962d522e7297%26pid%3D100033%26rk%3D4%26rkt%3D4%26sd%3D271585740902
$8 10 pair jst xh 7 pin connectors for 6S lipo battery balance plug
Very nice to fix lipo balance plugs when you parallel them after forgetting that the mains are still in series lol.
Balance wires
http://www.buddyrc.com/12-6s-jst-xh-extension-cable.html
$2/pc 12" 6S JST-XH balance extension cable
The best silicone wire balance extentions, or solder them and eliminate the originals altogether. Take no chances for reading and balancing cell levels.
Hobby king lipo about 400$. Turnigy 5.8ah 25c/1c for me!
10lb Pack configurable up to 20s 2p (84v 11.6ah) Or about 48v and 17ah.
Can run half pack 20s If I'm not too heavy on the +70a full draw, the 20s 25c stays cool.
Charger(s):
$150 bmsbattery alloy shell 900watt (somewhat more portable)
$120 3x meanwell hrp from teslanv for faster more relaible charge. Configurable from 24-84v @14a
$200 balance charger: Icharger 106b powered by gophert 0-32v 0-10a bench powersupply
Lol, I just realized I've spent as much on chargers as the lipo!
You could choose just one of these of course, but there are many considerations including where you charge, transporting chargers and bms's for the most convenient setup for u. I expect at least 2 of my three to last until I'm old-and-gray, or knock on wood, the lipo gods call me home muahahaha!
UNIVERSAL BIKE "UPGRADES" (for me)
Xt wheels
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0030KZIBS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$130 Sun Rhyno Lite Set MTB, Sun Rhyno Lite Black 26 x 1.75", Shimano Deore XT 8/9
Very decent disc double wall rims with hubs. Holding up well.
Rimtape
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0013KH8X8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$5 Zefal Bicycle Rim Tape (17mm)
Very reusable when pulling off to replace spokes or redish or true wheels. Reminds me of medical tape.
Slime
http://www.amazon.com/Slime-10009-Tubeless-Tire-Sealant/dp/B000BOC2E2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1431906903&sr=8-1&keywords=slime+32oz
$12 Slime 10009 Tubeless Tire Sealant - 32 oz.
Great for any tube or tubeless tire. I added some to my slime tubes too. 32oz is alot, you can use it for your car!
Tubes
http://www.amazon.com/Slime-Thorn-Resistant-1-75-2-125-Schrader/dp/B000ENQRCI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1431906997&sr=8-2&keywords=slime+tube
$10 Slime 26" SV Thorn Resistant Thick Smart tube
If you haven't used these, I don't know where you've been! Actually I'm just now trying them, and they live up to the hype. Where have these ultra thick tubes been all my life? And yes, I drilled my rims for schrader valves. Presta is a pita.
Possibly a tubeless setup is better, but I tried it, and the tires never quit sweatin slime. Maybe with different tires, but the fact remains it's nice to have a tube between the slime and everything else when you want to remove and reseat a tyre or patch a big hole.
Tires
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0028N304A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$20 rear Kenda K816 Aggressive MTB Wire Bead
http://www.amazon.com/Kenda-Aggressive-Bicycle-Blackskin-2-10-Inch/dp/B002DWVFLG/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1431903159&sr=1-1&keywords=Kenda+K850+Aggressive+MTB
$20 front Kenda K850 Aggressive MTB Wire Bead
Very decent tires, and I don't want to spend much more than this when I can get 10x the rubber in a dot mx/mped shinko for 30$.
I am looking for a harder compound for the rear for longevity, but hate to loose any of the phenomenal traction.
Rear air shock
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00R5OA7HA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$80 DNM Mountain Bike Air Rear Shock With Lockout 165 170 or 190mm
Very nice upgrade for a lighter setup. They have dh stuff too. (zombiess is selling a killer tripcrown front setup. .)
Mech disc brakes
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EHA0QOO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$50 SainStyle NV-5 G3 Mechanical Bike Disc Brake Front+Rear Disc 160mm
nice upgrade for an older vbrake setup. The only thing I don't miss about vbrakes is just muddy/wet rims! But these are probably good as any 160mm mech disc setup.
Bike light
http://www.ebay.com/itm/111630885311?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
$10 Super Power Motorcycle Car E-bike 20W 12V-85V CREE LED Headlight Headlamp Bulb
Easy to work a ca power plug. I'm looking for a nice swich for it, but great freakin light for $10
Fenders
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008OPUCA6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$24 SKS Velo 65 MTB Snap-On Bicycle Fenders - Pair
reasonable price and decent design. I did some modifications and installed front in rear and visa versa
Tube/bar clamp
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P6HIJSM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$5 Outtag (Fix Ring Dia 0.8'' x 1.1'') Bike Bicycle Cycling Metal Water Bottle Cage Grip Bracket Handlebar Holder. Pretty damn solid. Nice for tubular mounting, try some innertube within to really tighten it up.
Ebrake
http://www.ebay.com/itm/281294629865?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AITbrake sensor
$25 24-36-48V-E-BIKE-Motor-Cut-off-brake-Sensor-Universal-fits-ALL-easy-install
Nice hbws for easy ebrakes without using specific brake levers or making reed switches. Don't run pack voltage through them tho.
Camera
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MIT658W/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$92 SJCAM Original SJ4000 WiFi Action Camera 12MP
Best budget cam with plenty of mounting options. Make sure you get the authentic SJCAM, the others are really bad. Next step up is sony for double the price and size.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F4O9RJ2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$7 SHINEDA® Adjustable Chest Harness Mount with J Hook Mount for GoPro Hero
BUILD SPECIFIC ITEMS (to my build)
Motor
http://www.ebay.com/itm/BRUSHLESS-MID-AXIAL-MOTOR-48V-RATED-1000W-VAE-E-BIKE-QUAD-CAR-e-SCOOTER/201301830521?_trksid=p2050601.c100269.m3464&_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140813133143%26meid%3D51ba47574f204faf80c2265394ca3526%26pid%3D100269%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D4%26mehot%3Dpp%26sd%3D201301830521%26clkid%3D6215862419126090340&_qi=RTM2067267
$160+ship BRUSHLESS MID AXIAL MOTOR 48V RATED 1000W VAE E-BIKE QUAD CAR e-SCOOTER
BHT motor. He has bt controllers and kits too. I don't know where the description went for 96v 7kw? AHEM SELLER WHAT"S GOIN ON HERE?
Controller
http://em3ev.com/store/index.php?route=product/product&path=38&product_id=83
$180 18fet 4110 infineon programable
Nice controller. Runs 75a max and doesn't get warm. Em3 lives up to all expectations!
Chain guide roller
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003IRNOVY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$12 MRP System 1,2,3/LRP Replacement Roller Kit
Nice urethane double bearing roller for bike chain. A little wide with the double bearing, but it works with my setup.
Derailleur hanger
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007Y5GX6O/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$5 M-Wave Bicycle Rear Derailleur Hanger (Chrome)
Steel to weld onto steel dropout. way easier than making one. Unless you have a machine shop, don't even bother trying to make your own when this is 5$
#35 chain pulley
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P4XSBVI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$10 Generic 49cc To 80cc Motorised Bicycle Motorized Bike Pulley Chain Tensioner
Good single bearing pulley for tensioning wide motor chain. #35 fits, as should #40. I wrapped some innertube around it to aid chain grip, and it looks like it will outlast my back tire lol.
I sprung tensioned a custom bracket on motor chain return and used the included mount to position bike chain pulley.
Replacement pulleys&bearings 2 for 10$. But you'll want at least the bolt from above kit too.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OH6W8Q2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Motor Sprocket
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0045JJVSO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$12 Martin Roller Chain Sprocket, Bored-to-Size, Type B Hub, Single Strand, 35 Chain Size, 0.375" Pitch, 11 Teeth, 0.625" Bore Dia
Worked well for installing on thicker diameter part of bht shaft. I cut off the setscrew portion, slightly enlarged id, and welded it to the shaft.
Chain
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004HKITI4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$13 Koch 7435100 Roller Chain, #35, 10 Feet
Double what's needed for one time. Chain and sprockets cheaper and stronger than #219 for motor rpms under 2500 or so.
Dual freewheel hub parts
Freewheel hub
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-sided-threaded-hub-can-use-freewheel-and-Disc-brake-Mounting-/271585740902?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f3bc58866
I used this for the main component/ start of dual fw adapter
Originally it had a solid axle that accomodates 142mm d/o, seller has changed the product possibly.
I also used a spare freehub body and cassette for some gears, spacers, bearings, nuts, washers, and the female freehub cog.
Male cog
http://www.electricscooterparts.com/sprockets8mmchain.html
$10 10 Tooth 10mm Dual D-Bore Sprocket for 8mm Chain
Bought for somethin else, but works nicely to make a male freehub cog.
-ELECTRICSCOOTERPARTS have alot of reasonbly priced things. I'm using a throttle, some jst's, and a keyswitch.
Hd fw
http://www.sickbikeparts.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=21&products_id=62
$90 Heavy duty front freewheel made exclusively for Sick Bike Parts by White Industries.
Veerry Niiiiiiiiiiiiice- Borat
Rear sprocket aluminum
http://gokartgalaxy.com/sprocket_blanks.htm
$25-45 #35 blanks in 1tooth increments
Holding up well, and worth the extra money for the lower weight vs steel imo.
9 speed cassette
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00M50EJHI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$31 Shimano Cassette Sprocket 9-Speed CS-HG300-9 - 12/36T
So far, I just used the 36t cog from this. It's hella lower than the 30t I was using though.
Bottom bracket
http://custommotoredbicycles.com/wide_bicycle_pedal_crank_sets_for_clearing_4_stroke_motors68mm_bottom_bracket
$25 6"inch SEALED CATRIDGE BOTTOM BRACKET
The guy is great to deal with and has alot of nice products stateside.
This bb is jis and you can shorten as you want. It was necessary to widen pedal stance by about 1.25" for fitment of the directdrive motor low in the swingarm.
My build has the latest of my limited ebikin experience and pictures.
BITS AND BOBS THAT I USED AS A NEW EBIKER
I have a little experience with alot of stuff, but never electric+bikes, and wasn't really all that up on bikes because I hadn't ever re-dished a wheel or replaced a bb. Now I know many things I was shy of were only a forum/utube search and a tool away from completion!
I understand why we call it a hobby now, cuz if we didn't it'd be more like a full time job haha.
But it really can be as simple or as complicated as you want it to be I guess.
Here's some great parts, materials, and tools; Links, prices, descriptions included. I am hoping they will help people new to this save a little time when doing a repair or starting from scratch.
I'll update my list as is fitting.
And of course questions and your own recommendations are welcome too!!!
SPECIAL BIKE AND DIY FABRICATION TOOLS
Aluminum weld spoolgun
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00811QJSW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Longevity 741360253094 LONGEVITY Spoolgun 140
Definitely my biggest 'ebike' tool purchase. Works with pretty much all mig welders. Usually just need to jump the extra 2 wires to the motor +&- in the welder case.
Came in handy when making a special mount for the bht. I'm sure it will come in handy for alot!
Cassette lockring socket
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002DEDV70/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$7 Park Tool Cassette/Rotor Lockring Removal Tool - FR-5/FR-5G
Works for my 8spd cassette. probably 9& 10spd too.
Bottom bracket socket
http://www.amazon.com/BIKEHAND-Bicycle-Shimano-Bracket-Removal/dp/B00811WQJS/ref=pd_sim_468_4?ie=UTF8&refRID=05SXYZPR38STCBZWWCBA
$11 BIKEHAND Bike Bicycle Shimano Bottom Bracket Removal Remover Tool
20teeth, worked for the original bb, and worked for the wider replacement.
Also customized along with whiteind hd fw as a removaltool for that too.
Die grinder rotary burr
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00385LJDQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$15 TEMO SF-5 Double Cut CARBIDE ROTARY BURR 1/4" SHANK 1/2" Round Nose Tree
Very handy for die grinder. super sharp/aggressive. Die grinders are a big step up from finer detail dremels. You'll need air of course.
Step bits/ Unibits
http://www.harborfreight.com/titanium-nitride-coated-high-speed-steel-step-drill-bit-set-3-pc-60379.html
$14 Titanium Nitride Coated High Speed Steel Step Drill Bit Set 3 Pc
Very handy. Go easy on steel, and they last long, also great for plastic, fiberglass, carbonfiber,wood, aluminum.
Shock pump
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005543YUE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$30 RockShox High-Pressure Shock Pump (300 psi max)
Must have for air shocks
a good multitool. . . I love my trek big brother multitool with chainbreaker, 3 spoke wrenches, 8 allens, and 2 screwdrivers. But I can't find a link for it. Wow, it's 15 years old.
And of course, you're not a pro if you haven't used a 'persuader'
UNIVERSAL FABRICATION MATERIALS
Automotive and hardware stores are your friend. Locktight red and blue, die electric grease, etc etc. Grade 8 bolts, spring assortments (ANY assortments!). Assorted innertube rubber and vinyl,urethane,rubber hoses from my parts basket were also helpful.
Even fabric stores for grommets, snaps, buckles, velcro. ('sew on' velcro has been super useful.)
Some basic knowledge to understand the core differences and how to manipulate basic materials like steel, aluminum, rubber, plastics, fiberglass, carbonfiber, leather, cordora, etc is pretty easy to come by. I have alot of different base 'material' at hand, so not alot of that was purchased, but most of that can be found or bought and repurposed. Here's a few of the specific items that I've bought for the project and can back.
Splicing
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004UYTWJW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$2 50 Pcs Gel Splice UY Connector 2 Port Wire Connectors Yellow
Solder
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00068IJPO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$28 Kester 44 Rosin Core Solder 60/40 .031 1 lb. Spool
I plan to have this for a lifetime. Very fine for pcb's, or I quad or 8xtwist for big things like 5.5mm bullets, which I use a torch for instead of solder iron.
Heatshrink
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LVFDLUO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$9 SummitLink 328 Pcs Assorted Heat Shrink Tube 5 Colors 8 Sizes Tubing Wrap Sleeve Set Combo
Great assortment to start with. I love heatshrink.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00843KQQI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$5 10mm Black Polyolefin Insulation Heat Shrink Tubing 3 Meters 9.8ft
This stuff is about the diameter of a standard 110v cord when shrunk. Heavier stuff than the assortment
Bullets 5.5
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00D39WDMS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$5 Neewer® 20 Pairs 5.5MM Gold Plated Bullet Banana Plug Connectors
Great value and high amps. They match the turnigy lipo I used too.
UHMWPE
http://www.amazon.com/UHMW-Sheet-48-Peachtree-Woodworking/dp/B000O2HBOC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1431906435&sr=8-1&keywords=uhmwpe
$27 UHMW Sheet 1/2" x 4" x 48" By Peachtree Woodworking
I've used it in the past, and it's really handy. Great for sliding and high compression applications.
A regular old polyethylene cutting board is pretty good too, but isn't as dense or tool-able.
LIPO AND BATTERY STUFF
Battery bag or storage
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0098HAT34/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
2x $12/pc Cycling Bike Bicycle Handlebar Bar Basket Bag by roswheel
Modded these for pannier top frame style splittable 20s 11.6ah battery bags.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PRRHI92/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$15 ArcEnCiel (TM) Bicycle Frame Pannier Bag and Front Tube Cell Phone Bag with Mobile Phone Pouch 5.5 inch Mobile iPhone 6 ,6 Plus Samsung S3 S4
Each side can just fit up to 10s 5.8ah lipo and some reinforce/protection. I've used it as for my halfpack while waiting to build the whole thing.
Fuse holder and fuses 80a
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007X5H6AW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$5 IMC Audio 80 Amp Inline AGU Fuse Holder Fits 4 8 10 Gauge Wire
Didn't even use this yet, I don't really know where it would do the most good actually
Battery wire
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007DMW3IU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$15 10 Gauge Silicone Wire 10 Feet - 10 AWG Silicone Wire
Nice fine strand flexible power wire. Of course jumper cable wire could work too.
Balance connectors
http://www.ebay.com/itm/10-pair-jst-xh-7-pin-connectors-for-6S-lipo-battery-balance-plug/221754641741?_trksid=p2045573.c100033.m2042&_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D31031%26meid%3D7e7ac1dc68894cd0944c962d522e7297%26pid%3D100033%26rk%3D4%26rkt%3D4%26sd%3D271585740902
$8 10 pair jst xh 7 pin connectors for 6S lipo battery balance plug
Very nice to fix lipo balance plugs when you parallel them after forgetting that the mains are still in series lol.
Balance wires
http://www.buddyrc.com/12-6s-jst-xh-extension-cable.html
$2/pc 12" 6S JST-XH balance extension cable
The best silicone wire balance extentions, or solder them and eliminate the originals altogether. Take no chances for reading and balancing cell levels.
Hobby king lipo about 400$. Turnigy 5.8ah 25c/1c for me!
10lb Pack configurable up to 20s 2p (84v 11.6ah) Or about 48v and 17ah.
Can run half pack 20s If I'm not too heavy on the +70a full draw, the 20s 25c stays cool.
Charger(s):
$150 bmsbattery alloy shell 900watt (somewhat more portable)
$120 3x meanwell hrp from teslanv for faster more relaible charge. Configurable from 24-84v @14a
$200 balance charger: Icharger 106b powered by gophert 0-32v 0-10a bench powersupply
Lol, I just realized I've spent as much on chargers as the lipo!
You could choose just one of these of course, but there are many considerations including where you charge, transporting chargers and bms's for the most convenient setup for u. I expect at least 2 of my three to last until I'm old-and-gray, or knock on wood, the lipo gods call me home muahahaha!
UNIVERSAL BIKE "UPGRADES" (for me)
Xt wheels
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0030KZIBS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$130 Sun Rhyno Lite Set MTB, Sun Rhyno Lite Black 26 x 1.75", Shimano Deore XT 8/9
Very decent disc double wall rims with hubs. Holding up well.
Rimtape
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0013KH8X8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$5 Zefal Bicycle Rim Tape (17mm)
Very reusable when pulling off to replace spokes or redish or true wheels. Reminds me of medical tape.
Slime
http://www.amazon.com/Slime-10009-Tubeless-Tire-Sealant/dp/B000BOC2E2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1431906903&sr=8-1&keywords=slime+32oz
$12 Slime 10009 Tubeless Tire Sealant - 32 oz.
Great for any tube or tubeless tire. I added some to my slime tubes too. 32oz is alot, you can use it for your car!
Tubes
http://www.amazon.com/Slime-Thorn-Resistant-1-75-2-125-Schrader/dp/B000ENQRCI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1431906997&sr=8-2&keywords=slime+tube
$10 Slime 26" SV Thorn Resistant Thick Smart tube
If you haven't used these, I don't know where you've been! Actually I'm just now trying them, and they live up to the hype. Where have these ultra thick tubes been all my life? And yes, I drilled my rims for schrader valves. Presta is a pita.
Possibly a tubeless setup is better, but I tried it, and the tires never quit sweatin slime. Maybe with different tires, but the fact remains it's nice to have a tube between the slime and everything else when you want to remove and reseat a tyre or patch a big hole.
Tires
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0028N304A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$20 rear Kenda K816 Aggressive MTB Wire Bead
http://www.amazon.com/Kenda-Aggressive-Bicycle-Blackskin-2-10-Inch/dp/B002DWVFLG/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1431903159&sr=1-1&keywords=Kenda+K850+Aggressive+MTB
$20 front Kenda K850 Aggressive MTB Wire Bead
Very decent tires, and I don't want to spend much more than this when I can get 10x the rubber in a dot mx/mped shinko for 30$.
I am looking for a harder compound for the rear for longevity, but hate to loose any of the phenomenal traction.
Rear air shock
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00R5OA7HA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$80 DNM Mountain Bike Air Rear Shock With Lockout 165 170 or 190mm
Very nice upgrade for a lighter setup. They have dh stuff too. (zombiess is selling a killer tripcrown front setup. .)
Mech disc brakes
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EHA0QOO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$50 SainStyle NV-5 G3 Mechanical Bike Disc Brake Front+Rear Disc 160mm
nice upgrade for an older vbrake setup. The only thing I don't miss about vbrakes is just muddy/wet rims! But these are probably good as any 160mm mech disc setup.
Bike light
http://www.ebay.com/itm/111630885311?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
$10 Super Power Motorcycle Car E-bike 20W 12V-85V CREE LED Headlight Headlamp Bulb
Easy to work a ca power plug. I'm looking for a nice swich for it, but great freakin light for $10
Fenders
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008OPUCA6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$24 SKS Velo 65 MTB Snap-On Bicycle Fenders - Pair
reasonable price and decent design. I did some modifications and installed front in rear and visa versa
Tube/bar clamp
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P6HIJSM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$5 Outtag (Fix Ring Dia 0.8'' x 1.1'') Bike Bicycle Cycling Metal Water Bottle Cage Grip Bracket Handlebar Holder. Pretty damn solid. Nice for tubular mounting, try some innertube within to really tighten it up.
Ebrake
http://www.ebay.com/itm/281294629865?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AITbrake sensor
$25 24-36-48V-E-BIKE-Motor-Cut-off-brake-Sensor-Universal-fits-ALL-easy-install
Nice hbws for easy ebrakes without using specific brake levers or making reed switches. Don't run pack voltage through them tho.
Camera
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MIT658W/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$92 SJCAM Original SJ4000 WiFi Action Camera 12MP
Best budget cam with plenty of mounting options. Make sure you get the authentic SJCAM, the others are really bad. Next step up is sony for double the price and size.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F4O9RJ2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$7 SHINEDA® Adjustable Chest Harness Mount with J Hook Mount for GoPro Hero
BUILD SPECIFIC ITEMS (to my build)
Motor
http://www.ebay.com/itm/BRUSHLESS-MID-AXIAL-MOTOR-48V-RATED-1000W-VAE-E-BIKE-QUAD-CAR-e-SCOOTER/201301830521?_trksid=p2050601.c100269.m3464&_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140813133143%26meid%3D51ba47574f204faf80c2265394ca3526%26pid%3D100269%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D4%26mehot%3Dpp%26sd%3D201301830521%26clkid%3D6215862419126090340&_qi=RTM2067267
$160+ship BRUSHLESS MID AXIAL MOTOR 48V RATED 1000W VAE E-BIKE QUAD CAR e-SCOOTER
BHT motor. He has bt controllers and kits too. I don't know where the description went for 96v 7kw? AHEM SELLER WHAT"S GOIN ON HERE?
Controller
http://em3ev.com/store/index.php?route=product/product&path=38&product_id=83
$180 18fet 4110 infineon programable
Nice controller. Runs 75a max and doesn't get warm. Em3 lives up to all expectations!
Chain guide roller
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003IRNOVY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$12 MRP System 1,2,3/LRP Replacement Roller Kit
Nice urethane double bearing roller for bike chain. A little wide with the double bearing, but it works with my setup.
Derailleur hanger
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007Y5GX6O/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$5 M-Wave Bicycle Rear Derailleur Hanger (Chrome)
Steel to weld onto steel dropout. way easier than making one. Unless you have a machine shop, don't even bother trying to make your own when this is 5$
#35 chain pulley
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P4XSBVI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$10 Generic 49cc To 80cc Motorised Bicycle Motorized Bike Pulley Chain Tensioner
Good single bearing pulley for tensioning wide motor chain. #35 fits, as should #40. I wrapped some innertube around it to aid chain grip, and it looks like it will outlast my back tire lol.
I sprung tensioned a custom bracket on motor chain return and used the included mount to position bike chain pulley.
Replacement pulleys&bearings 2 for 10$. But you'll want at least the bolt from above kit too.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OH6W8Q2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Motor Sprocket
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0045JJVSO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$12 Martin Roller Chain Sprocket, Bored-to-Size, Type B Hub, Single Strand, 35 Chain Size, 0.375" Pitch, 11 Teeth, 0.625" Bore Dia
Worked well for installing on thicker diameter part of bht shaft. I cut off the setscrew portion, slightly enlarged id, and welded it to the shaft.
Chain
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004HKITI4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$13 Koch 7435100 Roller Chain, #35, 10 Feet
Double what's needed for one time. Chain and sprockets cheaper and stronger than #219 for motor rpms under 2500 or so.
Dual freewheel hub parts
Freewheel hub
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-sided-threaded-hub-can-use-freewheel-and-Disc-brake-Mounting-/271585740902?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f3bc58866
I used this for the main component/ start of dual fw adapter
Originally it had a solid axle that accomodates 142mm d/o, seller has changed the product possibly.
I also used a spare freehub body and cassette for some gears, spacers, bearings, nuts, washers, and the female freehub cog.
Male cog
http://www.electricscooterparts.com/sprockets8mmchain.html
$10 10 Tooth 10mm Dual D-Bore Sprocket for 8mm Chain
Bought for somethin else, but works nicely to make a male freehub cog.
-ELECTRICSCOOTERPARTS have alot of reasonbly priced things. I'm using a throttle, some jst's, and a keyswitch.
Hd fw
http://www.sickbikeparts.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=21&products_id=62
$90 Heavy duty front freewheel made exclusively for Sick Bike Parts by White Industries.
Veerry Niiiiiiiiiiiiice- Borat
Rear sprocket aluminum
http://gokartgalaxy.com/sprocket_blanks.htm
$25-45 #35 blanks in 1tooth increments
Holding up well, and worth the extra money for the lower weight vs steel imo.
9 speed cassette
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00M50EJHI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$31 Shimano Cassette Sprocket 9-Speed CS-HG300-9 - 12/36T
So far, I just used the 36t cog from this. It's hella lower than the 30t I was using though.
Bottom bracket
http://custommotoredbicycles.com/wide_bicycle_pedal_crank_sets_for_clearing_4_stroke_motors68mm_bottom_bracket
$25 6"inch SEALED CATRIDGE BOTTOM BRACKET
The guy is great to deal with and has alot of nice products stateside.
This bb is jis and you can shorten as you want. It was necessary to widen pedal stance by about 1.25" for fitment of the directdrive motor low in the swingarm.
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