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05-12-10, 05:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 863
Posted By teamontherun

$3000 bike locked with a $15 cable. Yup... Sounds...

$3000 bike locked with a $15 cable. Yup... Sounds about right. I do hope he gets is back though.
05-12-10, 04:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,310
Posted By teamontherun

I try my best to stay away from ebay even if it...

I try my best to stay away from ebay even if it is the ebay store of the company that makes the kit. Ebay alone is a crap shoot. Sounds like a simple mistake that could have corrected by switching...
05-10-10, 06:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,944
Posted By teamontherun

I was looking into that but I dont think this...

I was looking into that but I dont think this bike will accept that type of stand. This stand does not bolt on. It slips into a hole and has a clip on the other side of it. lame. lol.
05-06-10, 02:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,268
Posted By teamontherun

Too bad you dont need a 700c kit. I have a...

Too bad you dont need a 700c kit. I have a Wilderness Energy BL 36 with ping 36v 15Ah with a Wattmeter that I am probably getting rid of this week. BTW I love the BL 36 with the ping so that gets my...
05-03-10, 07:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,779
Posted By teamontherun

I am using a 38 tire. You need to measure the...

I am using a 38 tire. You need to measure the interior lip width of the wheel and then look to sheldon browns tire sizing chart.
04-30-10, 10:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 885
Posted By teamontherun

It seems that your throttle is stuck in the on...

It seems that your throttle is stuck in the on position internally or it is shorting to full throttle. I have heard of people getting water in their throttle and this happening. What type of kit is...
04-28-10, 07:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,944
Posted By teamontherun

Ok here is the updated pics of the bike with the...

Ok here is the updated pics of the bike with the watt meter on the handlebars. I also picked up some nylon wire management tubing to make the build super clean. (I love that stuff)....
04-26-10, 11:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 673
Posted By teamontherun

Quick question???

Does leaving your battery plugged in to the controller drain the battery when the controller switch is off?

I have a BL 36 kit with LiFePo4 battery and dont want to kill the battery.
04-26-10, 07:16 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 734
Posted By teamontherun

This thread would be much better suited in the...

This thread would be much better suited in the folding section.


(how did I do? seemed pretty nice right?)
04-26-10, 07:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,944
Posted By teamontherun

I had a bad blow out the other day due to the...

I had a bad blow out the other day due to the rubber rim strip not fitting right on the new wheel. I carry a spare tube inside where the battery is. The tools and Co2 pump are in the side pouch. I...
04-25-10, 07:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,944
Posted By teamontherun

Ok so I finished my commuter and here are the pics.

2009 Schwinn Coffee XL (good for riders about 5'9"-6'2")
Wilderness Energy BL-36 Kit (50 amp controller)
Ping LiFePo4 36v 15Ah Version 2.5 with BMS
Police Issue Trunk Bag with zip down panniers...
04-25-10, 03:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 763
Posted By teamontherun

correct but you fall into the 406(a) law and that...

correct but you fall into the 406(a) law and that means all sorts of hoops you need to jump through. I guess its best to just limit yourself when your around a place where you will get caught...
04-25-10, 11:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 763
Posted By teamontherun

Ah yes, It must be over 20mph and under 30mph to...

Ah yes, It must be over 20mph and under 30mph to be considered 406(a). I am in the (a) category but will hold off on the legal stuff until im running 48+ volts. Thanks for the clarification.
04-25-10, 09:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 763
Posted By teamontherun

Thanks for the replies. I have since mounted my...

Thanks for the replies. I have since mounted my controller and watt meter in my trunk bag and re wired my bike so it is about as stealth as possible. (the main reason for this was the last few storms...
04-24-10, 07:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 763
Posted By teamontherun

Well after re reading the laws here, I guess they...

Well after re reading the laws here, I guess they are not required. The law pretty much says they are and they are not. I might just put it in my trunk bag and if for some reason I get pulled over...
04-22-10, 04:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 763
Posted By teamontherun

How many of you have installed a

I was doing some searches in various place and was curious as to how many of you have registered your E-Bike with the DMV? I have registered mine and received the plate and paperwork but have not...
04-22-10, 04:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,908
Posted By teamontherun

People have successfully converted their aluminum...

People have successfully converted their aluminum bikes before. The thing is, you will need torque arms (I use them on my steel forks for good measure) to ensure you dont spin the axle of the wheel...
04-22-10, 03:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,908
Posted By teamontherun

Realistically the answers to your question are...

Realistically the answers to your question are going to vary so much that if your trying to find out about how fast your bike will be, this will be of little help. If your just curious, more power to...
04-22-10, 07:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 791
Posted By teamontherun

I talked to a guy that is starting one in...

I talked to a guy that is starting one in Oceanside ca as well. They seem like they are going to pop up all over beach towns
04-21-10, 10:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,779
Posted By teamontherun

Well I got my Astro Super Whattmeter today and it...

Well I got my Astro Super Whattmeter today and it works great. I am only pulling about 23-28 amps at full throttle from a stop. Then it drops down below 20 when cruising. My battery seems to be well...
04-21-10, 07:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 724
Posted By teamontherun

I would guess about 14 mph on flat ground with a...

I would guess about 14 mph on flat ground with a full battery and about 9-10 miles of run time. (weight also a factor so plus or minus a little here or there)
04-21-10, 05:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,078
Posted By teamontherun

I second the steel and torque arms. You might...

I second the steel and torque arms. You might want to look into getting a different bike rather than buying one and having to replace the fork.
04-21-10, 05:00 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 97,143
Posted By teamontherun

I second the motion to recommend the OP look into...

I second the motion to recommend the OP look into motoredbikes.com. It is a HUGE database of electric and gas powered bicycles and will not only recommend brands, but will tell you step by step, how...
04-18-10, 07:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,779
Posted By teamontherun

I will pedal to start up but the motor quickly...

I will pedal to start up but the motor quickly out spins me. I am 5' 11" and 215lbs. I am just using this to go .7 miles to work, .7 miles home for lunch, .7 miles to work, and .7 miles home. So all...
04-18-10, 05:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,779
Posted By teamontherun

The BMS will shut off the battery at 40 amps and...

The BMS will shut off the battery at 40 amps and it has not done so. I believe that the BL 36 Wilderness kit that im running only draws around 20-23amps max. The controller is advertised as a 50 amp...
04-18-10, 08:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,779
Posted By teamontherun

Its the 50 amp controller. Thanks for the info. ...

Its the 50 amp controller. Thanks for the info.

I though that once you hit that LVC, you have already taken your battery way too low.
04-17-10, 10:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,779
Posted By teamontherun

Just bought and installed a Wilderness Energy kit with Ping battery and...

I have an 09 Schwinn Coffee and just installed a Wilderness Energy BL-36 kit with Ping 36v 15ah LifePo4 battery. I was wondering since I dont have a cycle analyst yet, what range am I looking at...
04-10-10, 05:19 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 97,143
Posted By teamontherun

If you insist on gas power, you can look into a...

If you insist on gas power, you can look into a nice honda friction drive if it does not rain too much where you live. If properly taken care of, it will last along time. Its a 4 stroke also so its a...
03-29-10, 02:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,493
Posted By teamontherun

So its probably got 20 miles on it now and I...

So its probably got 20 miles on it now and I could not be happier (unless it weighed alot less lol). Yesterday I took up some pretty big hills assisting it with pedaling of course. Overall it feels...
03-26-10, 02:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 863
Posted By teamontherun

LOL right on the nose. 28lbs. Its almost comical...

LOL right on the nose. 28lbs. Its almost comical how much it weighs. Thanks, I think im going with a 10AH battery so that I get a tiny bit of extended range.
03-26-10, 01:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 863
Posted By teamontherun

Looking to upgrade batteries

I have a 36v 12ah (12v 12ah x 3) battery pack on my ebike and am looking to upgrade them to a lifepo4 pack. What im wondering is what 36v lifepo4 pack will give me the same range I have now with my...
03-23-10, 05:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,493
Posted By teamontherun

Here are a couple more pics... sorry for my...

Here are a couple more pics... sorry for my camera phone.

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n95/teamontherun/bikenew1.jpg
http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n95/teamontherun/bikenew2.jpg
03-22-10, 07:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,493
Posted By teamontherun

I have a fuji crosstown 4.0 hybrid and am usually...

I have a fuji crosstown 4.0 hybrid and am usually as beat as they are. I guess it seems like its too little power since its 180W I guess because its 36V and not 24V it has a little more juice. My...
03-22-10, 02:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,531
Posted By teamontherun

If your state is like mine, wearing a dot...

If your state is like mine, wearing a dot approved helmet while pedaling seems a bit too much to go through as those helmets are hot and heavy.
03-21-10, 10:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,493
Posted By teamontherun

EDIT: You can take the battery out and it makes...

EDIT: You can take the battery out and it makes it a normal folder, just a little heavier due to the motor still being mounted. Im sure I could get a spare 16" rear wheel and it would be a normal...
03-21-10, 09:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,493
Posted By teamontherun

So I got this chinese E folding bike and its...

Its actually pretty cool. The brakes suck as in make a horrible squealing noise but that can be cured with some different pads and an adjustment. The folding aspect of the bike seems very secure. It...
03-17-10, 07:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,531
Posted By teamontherun

Actually the device your describing is a MOPED...

Actually the device your describing is a MOPED which is not classified as an ELECTRIC BIKE. They are 2 different classifications under the law in which I was referencing.
03-14-10, 05:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,531
Posted By teamontherun

LOL... Over 20mph seems pointless to me as it is...

LOL... Over 20mph seems pointless to me as it is illegal. I can ride me ebike without a license and without registration for longer distances than you can on your non electric bike. I cant do tricks...
Forum: BMX
03-02-10, 03:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 933
Posted By teamontherun

Just an update, I got the brakes all off and put...

Just an update, I got the brakes all off and put the bike back together. Not sure if im going to get a cable and run a rear brake on not.
...
Forum: BMX
03-02-10, 02:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 933
Posted By teamontherun

original paint. The brake situation is in the...

original paint. The brake situation is in the works. Not sure whats going to happen yet though.
Forum: BMX
03-02-10, 01:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 933
Posted By teamontherun

My Latest Score! With Pics

Here is my latest score. Its a 2001 GT Vertigo with some upgrades.

New Black GT Handlebars
New FSA GT 3 piece crank set
New GT Launch pad seat
All new brake levers and cables
New GT pedals...
Forum: BMX
03-01-10, 12:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 904
Posted By teamontherun

Nice... the 03s were produced when GT was up in...

Nice... the 03s were produced when GT was up in the air as a company. They have since settled down in 08 and kind of have their act together. Not like they used to though due to all the ownership...
Forum: BMX
02-28-10, 08:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 904
Posted By teamontherun

Sorry to inform you that your bike is hi ten...

Sorry to inform you that your bike is hi ten steel. Look here. http://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2003&Brand=GT&Model=Mach+1+Expert&Type=bike

Not one piece of your bike is 4130...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-27-10, 10:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,717
Posted By teamontherun

Thanks Jur. I also wanted to note that it...

Thanks Jur.

I also wanted to note that it is a 3 speed igh if that matters.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-26-10, 10:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,717
Posted By teamontherun

also if someone can give a little value advice as...

also if someone can give a little value advice as well that would be great. The guy wants $130.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-26-10, 10:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,717
Posted By teamontherun

A little help identifying this year and model dahon

I am looking at getting this dahon and need some specs on it as the seller has no clue. Does anyone have any info about it?

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n95/teamontherun/dahon2.jpg...
02-25-10, 01:33 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,234
Posted By teamontherun

I used red large diameter loctite and let it sit...

I used red large diameter loctite and let it sit for a few days while it rained outside. rode it for 5 months with no brakes and it worked fine. When I went to take it off, that was almost...
Forum: BMX
02-21-10, 03:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 904
Posted By teamontherun

Just got a GT for free and am wondering if its decient to ride

I just got a new GT for free from my cousin who won it and didnt want it. (some school raffle). I was wondering if I can ride it safely? im 5 11 and 190lbs and from what I have read, its for kids...
02-18-10, 12:51 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,788
Posted By teamontherun

guess I should add my pic huh? ...

guess I should add my pic huh?

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n95/teamontherun/DSCN0561.jpg

By the way, if anyone is looking for a new onguard beast 3'7" chain and lock, I will sell it...
02-17-10, 01:50 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,768,463
Posted By teamontherun

haha. You missed the joke completely.

haha. You missed the joke completely.
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