Carrera E replacement.

[Neil5403]

So do I have to bin this wheel and get a double walled one, as there is no point ordering spokes if this rim is not suitable?

 

[Nealh]

You can use single wall though spokes length will need to be perfect to prevent punctures, use a good rim tape and all should still be fine with double wall there is little to worry.

The link was a source of a cheaper rim option, have to admit sellers info was sparce so really needed a few more questions asked of him. When I see a lisitng I always ask question about the item before committing to buy esp if info is sparce.

 

[Neil5403]

You can use single wall though spokes length will need to be perfect to prevent punctures, use a good rim tape and all should still be fine with double wall there is little to worry.

The link was a source of a cheaper rim option, have to admit sellers info was sparce so really needed a few more questions asked of him. When I see a lisitng I always ask question about the item before committing to buy esp if info is sparce.

Yes I should have asked, but didn't know what a double rim was until now. I have sent it back as it was very flimsy and not good quality. I wouldn't even have used it on a non elec hybrid bike.
As I am spending a lot on the kit, want a decent rim. Will search for a better one.

 

[Deleted member 4366]

Yes I should have asked, but didn't know what a double rim was until now. I have sent it back as it was very flimsy and not good quality. I wouldn't even have used it on a non elec hybrid bike.
As I am spending a lot on the kit, want a decent rim. Will search for a better one.

No need to search. I already gave you a link in post #13, but you chose to ignore it! Are you superstitious then?

 

[Neil5403]

No need to search. I already gave you a link in post #13, but you chose to ignore it! Are you superstitious then?

No. Thanks for the link, but I was put off by the 'touring' description as I was looking for Hybrid as I thought it may be stronger.

 

[Deleted member 4366]

While I think about it, rims with eyelets don't work so well with 13g spokes because the nipples are too tight in the eyelet - so that's another reason to use plain 14g spokes and a one-cross pattern.

 

[Deleted member 4366]

No. Thanks for the link, but I was put off by the 'touring' description as I was looking for Hybrid as I thought it may be stronger.

Touring is hybrid! It means not ultra-light road bike. I doubt that you'll find rims significantly stronger.

 

[Neil5403]

Touring is hybrid! It means not ultra-light road bike. I doubt that you'll find rims significantly stronger.

Ok thanks for that. Is it worth going for with the eyelets issue that you mentioned above? If so I'll order it.

 

[Deleted member 4366]

It'll be OK with 14g (2mm) spokes.

 

[Neil5403]

Thanks, looks favourite but just don’t like Presta valves.
Good old car valves for me every time!
Guess I’ll have to make do with a valve adapter..

 

[Neil5403]

Found this one, which is all black, schrader valve, double wall. It is 'deep dish', is that good?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/HYBRID-BIKE-RIM-RODI-AIRLINE-PLUS-700c-622x19-DEEP-SECTION-WHEEL-RIM-36-SPOKE/202144234465?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&var=502132974936&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649

 

[Deleted member 4366]

Valve size is not a problem. If it's drilled for Presta and you want Schrader, you run a drll through the hole. If it's drilled for Schrader and you want Presta, you use a plastic insert.

 

[Neil5403]

Valve size is not a problem. If it's drilled for Presta and you want Schrader, you run a drll through the hole. If it's drilled for Schrader and you want Presta, you use a plastic insert.

Thanks Dave. What do you think to the 'deep dish' one above as it is nearby for collection? Do either seem better to you?

 

[Deleted member 4366]

They'll all be OK.

 

[Neil5403]

Thats good. The same seller also does a rim specifically for electric bikes..

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/700c-622x19-E-BIKE-RIM-RODI-WEB-ELECTRIC-CYCLE-DEEP-SECTION-DISC-BRAKE-BLACK/391502410954?hash=item5b275cb4ca:m:moj5gg5azKvNxKFlE6BbG5g

Something about the recess for the spokes ! Is it a good feature?
Will pop and pick one of their rims up tomw. Either one of these or the previous one.

 

[Deleted member 4366]

The difference is the dimpled spoke holes with an angle on them. That probably means that you can go to 2-cross if you want.

 

[Neil5403]

Thanks. As the Q128C is not a large motor, I don't suppose that matters too much. Do you know the approx delivery times on the PSW power and the BMS orders?

 

[Deleted member 4366]

2 to 4 weeks. Be careful, we're approaching Chinese new year when everything stops.

 

[Neil5403]

Yes, they have been 'quality checking' it now for 4 days !

 

[Neil5403]

View attachment 22962 View attachment 22962 My rim has an E R D of 607mm. As the Q128C motor isn’t here yet would anyone know how to workout what size spokes I would need so I can get some delivered for when the motor arrives?

This is my attempt but not confident!