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Sorry, I can't tell the difference between a 7 and a 8. I should've gone to Specsavers. I am actually going there this afternoon.
Downhill 2WD Conversion Project
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I realised that after I replied,Of course I forgot about my earlier statement,this old age has a lot to answer for!
Ok thats the motor and chain ordered, Would it be possible to make these brake levers work with my setup?
http://www.tektro.com/_english/01_products/01_prodetail.php?pid=155&sortname=Disc&sort=1&fid=1
Also any suggestions for batteries,?? I dont mind having to build my own with good quality cells but just not really sure what ones are best. I was thinking of 15 of these
https://bmsbattery.com/ebike-battery/625-high-c-rate-10ah-lifepo4-cells-battery.html
http://www.tektro.com/_english/01_products/01_prodetail.php?pid=155&sortname=Disc&sort=1&fid=1
Also any suggestions for batteries,?? I dont mind having to build my own with good quality cells but just not really sure what ones are best. I was thinking of 15 of these
https://bmsbattery.com/ebike-battery/625-high-c-rate-10ah-lifepo4-cells-battery.html
Those brakes are OEM only which means not available to the general public(unless someone knows a way to source them).
I suggest you search these forums along with the Endless Sphere forum http://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewforum.php?f=14 before deciding on the battery,there is an awful lot to take in and what suits one may be a total waste of cash to another.
Personally I use Multistar 16Ah batteries on my BBS02 http://www.hobbyking.co.uk/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=68822 but you need to know exactly what you are doing before going anywhere near LiPo hobby batteries.
I suggest you search these forums along with the Endless Sphere forum http://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewforum.php?f=14 before deciding on the battery,there is an awful lot to take in and what suits one may be a total waste of cash to another.
Personally I use Multistar 16Ah batteries on my BBS02 http://www.hobbyking.co.uk/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=68822 but you need to know exactly what you are doing before going anywhere near LiPo hobby batteries.
Ok, The brakes aren't important for now, can sort them at a later date, I have made my own 48v pack from old laptop cells which worked well so have a bit of knowledge on batteries but no expert, I see its a 6s pack so if i got 2 thats still only 12s @ 44.4v, Isn't a 48v pack 13s? But that would be a cheaper option as i already have this double tap 6s balance charger from the same supplier.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/131354096353?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
Roughly what kind of range do you get on them..... I only intend to use it for cycles up the mountain so dont need a massive range but there are a good few hills so that might reduce range a good bit,
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/131354096353?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
Roughly what kind of range do you get on them..... I only intend to use it for cycles up the mountain so dont need a massive range but there are a good few hills so that might reduce range a good bit,
A pair of 16Ah Multistars gets me between 30 and 50 miles depending on how much effort I put in.
I weigh 17 stone and am not very fit.
I live on the Teesdale Moors so its big hills in all directions.
This might give you an idea.https://www.strava.com/activities/253941831
It was done with one pair of batteries and lots of pedalling at fairly low speeds.
I weigh 17 stone and am not very fit.
I live on the Teesdale Moors so its big hills in all directions.
This might give you an idea.https://www.strava.com/activities/253941831
It was done with one pair of batteries and lots of pedalling at fairly low speeds.
Yeah I'd be happy with that range, Could always add 2 more if needed but i think that sounds like plenty for what i need, ;-)
Next problem is you will have to wait till they come back into stock and then buy them quick before they all get snapped up again.
I just bought them there now, It said somethin about back order and 7 - 30 days wait, Ill need to wait on motor arriving too so hopefully it doesn't take too long, Was thinkin if the motor comes first i could put the 2 bulky 24v packs i made in a backpack and just run a wire from there to the bike to test it, ;-)
Is there anything else i might need??
Is there anything else i might need??
Also just realised i had to pick a display with the BBS02, which one is best and ill send PM to them now C961, C963 or C965
I use the 961 and think the 965 is too big especially for offroading.
Not sure but think the 963 only has 5 assist modes compared to 9 on the 961(could be wrong though).
Obviously you will need a suitable charger or chargers,I use Imax B6 balance chargers until I am sure batteries are well balanced and then use a Meanwell NES 350-48 to bulk charge them.
I always check them for balance after every bulk charge though as it only takes 3 minutes.
I would get a 44T chainwheel with your order as well as it should only cost £5 if it comes with the motor.
I have just put my 44T on today and its now a far better bike able to climb anything and still capable of 32Mph
Not sure but think the 963 only has 5 assist modes compared to 9 on the 961(could be wrong though).
Obviously you will need a suitable charger or chargers,I use Imax B6 balance chargers until I am sure batteries are well balanced and then use a Meanwell NES 350-48 to bulk charge them.
I always check them for balance after every bulk charge though as it only takes 3 minutes.
I would get a 44T chainwheel with your order as well as it should only cost £5 if it comes with the motor.
I have just put my 44T on today and its now a far better bike able to climb anything and still capable of 32Mph
ok ill get the 0961, And i already have this
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/131354096353?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
I was just planning on using it to balance charge them both at the same time.
I have a pile of about 6 or 7 dead imax b6's...... all fakes. Not buyin another ever again....
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/131354096353?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
I was just planning on using it to balance charge them both at the same time.
I have a pile of about 6 or 7 dead imax b6's...... all fakes. Not buyin another ever again....
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That charger will be ok with a decent power supply but you will need to change the plugs to XT90 to match the batteries.
Never even thought about changing the plugs, Thanks for that.. ;-)
I'm currently using it with 1 atx power supply 12v supply, i have a WEP 3010 bench power supply but it recently stopped working, Going to use 3 x atx power supplies and use the 3 x 5v rails in series for 15v 30A.
Also just noticed a slight problem, That chain i ordered says its for 5, 6 and 7 speed derailleur systems, My bike has a 9 speed derailleur, Is there another chain I can get or will that one work ok?
I'm currently using it with 1 atx power supply 12v supply, i have a WEP 3010 bench power supply but it recently stopped working, Going to use 3 x atx power supplies and use the 3 x 5v rails in series for 15v 30A.
Also just noticed a slight problem, That chain i ordered says its for 5, 6 and 7 speed derailleur systems, My bike has a 9 speed derailleur, Is there another chain I can get or will that one work ok?
The 9 speed is a thinner chain.
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/kmc-x9e-ept-ebike-9-speed-chain/rp-prod120620?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Shopping&utm_name=UnitedKingdom&gs=1&gclid=Cj0KEQiAjZGnBRCOuJOUo9Xd0sUBEiQAPbicN-bgDcCY56zb-IVXTNAx8K-EJzyqpEgZTYoqhoi8PUEaAhps8P8HAQ&gclsrc=aw.ds
This is designed for e-bikes
I will check how many links are on mine tomorrow and if its 112 or less I will buy the Wipperman off you .
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/kmc-x9e-ept-ebike-9-speed-chain/rp-prod120620?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Shopping&utm_name=UnitedKingdom&gs=1&gclid=Cj0KEQiAjZGnBRCOuJOUo9Xd0sUBEiQAPbicN-bgDcCY56zb-IVXTNAx8K-EJzyqpEgZTYoqhoi8PUEaAhps8P8HAQ&gclsrc=aw.ds
This is designed for e-bikes
I will check how many links are on mine tomorrow and if its 112 or less I will buy the Wipperman off you .
It looks like ebikessf has them but imo they are crazy money.
Not sure if I'm missing something about this set up but you may be better off with some Avid BB7's which are generally regarded as better than most hydraulic brake sets and easy to add a cool sensor to.
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I have Clarke Exo Skeletals on a couple of my bikes and they are excellent.
Only £39 a pair delivered from CRC.
Only £39 a pair delivered from CRC.
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I didn't find that at all. when new and properly adjusted, any brakes work well, so you get a false impression of how good they are. you can't beat hydraulic brakes for their reliability and consistency of performance.I found that even cheap hydraulic brakes are several classes above anything else including BB7s.