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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-09-16, 01:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,450
Posted By Ypedal

that was my concern ... i'm fairly sure i can get...

that was my concern ... i'm fairly sure i can get all 3 gears to hook up but was worried one or more would be barely engaged ( pawls barely grabbing ) and on a hard crank could cause failure... .......
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-08-16, 01:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,450
Posted By Ypedal

Sturmey Archer 3 sp with front derailleur shift pod

Tried googling and searching it but am either not looking for the right words or it's not a common question... but here goes.

Any chance i can use a standard shimano 3 speed chainring shifter (...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-05-15, 10:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,403
Posted By Ypedal

I can fix you up...

I can fix you up...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-24-14, 11:17 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,356
Posted By Ypedal

Since 2009 Endless-sphere.com ? View topic -...

Since 2009

Endless-sphere.com ? View topic - Copenhagen wheel (http://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=14717)
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-07-14, 11:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,729
Posted By Ypedal

Igoelectric or Tornado or Rmartin.. all various...

Igoelectric or Tornado or Rmartin.. all various names they go by... pretty good hill climbers with the mid drive setup, weakest link is the one way bearing at the cranks, if it's got a new battery...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-07-14, 11:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 990
Posted By Ypedal

Sounds like the BMS is shutting down the pack,...

Sounds like the BMS is shutting down the pack, when you hook up the charger it resets the discharge side but the reason the BMS has not been fixed so it will trip again shortly ( usually under load,...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-08-14, 12:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,187
Posted By Ypedal

Quality brand name cells will tend to be very...

Quality brand name cells will tend to be very consistent and work well together in a pack, while lesser cells can vary quite a bit and it's hit and miss ( they work fine individually, like in...
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-24-14, 07:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,686
Posted By Ypedal

Controllers are not rated in Amp Hour ..... and...

Controllers are not rated in Amp Hour ..... and your graph is just as ridiculous.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-14, 07:32 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 900
Posted By Ypedal

Thank you !!! I wish i thought of asking...

Thank you !!!

I wish i thought of asking here before taking the darn thing apart.. a few times over...

Now to deal with this front brake issue.. ie : there are none.:wtf:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-14, 05:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 900
Posted By Ypedal

Sram S7 IGH ratchet / freewheel sounds after 4th gear

Hi guys... hoping some of you know about these darn geared hubs...... all new to me.

I spent a few hours watching video's on youtube and read the manual a bunch of times over... but no luck...
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-09-14, 06:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,905
Posted By Ypedal

Take a look at Pedego City Commuter, i got my...

Take a look at Pedego City Commuter, i got my hands on one not too long ago to work on. :

Untitled Document (http://ypedal.com/blog/Blog4-20130809.htm)

700C wheels and large frame are nice for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-14, 02:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 623
Posted By Ypedal

The fork on this thing is weird, distance from...

The fork on this thing is weird, distance from rim to bottom crown ( dual crown tubes ) is way long..
. 385709

Trying to find something like this :
Clamp on Brake Mounts for Rebate Forks Only |...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-14, 01:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 623
Posted By Ypedal

Bolt on brake solution ?

Hi everyone.

I have a Miele Last Call ( this un-godly long cruiser .. ) has rear 7 speed geared hub with weak ( and i'm being nice here ) drum/coaster brake that is not enough for my needs.
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-14-14, 08:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 870
Posted By Ypedal

more like better QC, standardized assembly, and...

more like better QC, standardized assembly, and high costs.

i have an I-Go bike here with a samsung pack on it... OEM style.
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-26-14, 02:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,141
Posted By Ypedal

agreed. And a good pair of widest tires you...

agreed.

And a good pair of widest tires you can fit ( avoid soft rubber knobies )..

I like Holy Rollers by kenda ( best i've used for ebikes yet ) or equivalent.. k-rad is ok but wears fast....
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-26-14, 01:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,141
Posted By Ypedal

Yeah, that rear suspension and rack combo =...

Yeah, that rear suspension and rack combo = terrible handling even with a light battery on there ( and as noted above, the pivot point from the swingarm mounted rack is no good. )

regarding the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-23-14, 04:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,141
Posted By Ypedal

48v 8ah of Lipo would weigh about 2.2 Kg and...

48v 8ah of Lipo would weigh about 2.2 Kg and easily power your kit for 20+ km, and your bicycle will still pedal like a bicycle instead of a drunk rhino .
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-20-14, 08:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,837
Posted By Ypedal

Mid drive setups usually have freewheeling...

Mid drive setups usually have freewheeling cranks, meaning the chain does not move when pedaling in reverse. . so no.. your coaster brake will not work if you use the kit cranks.

There are some...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-07-14, 07:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,473
Posted By Ypedal

http://www.endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php...

http://www.endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=28&t=50104

66 pages in that thread.. there are more.
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-06-14, 07:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,186
Posted By Ypedal

1000w at 36v is aprox 30 amps or less... most...

1000w at 36v is aprox 30 amps or less... most Direct Drive hub motors will handle this without any problems.... Geared motors vary.. the larger BMC/MAC/eZee sized geared units will hold up as long as...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-05-14, 10:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,184
Posted By Ypedal

RC type LIPO is typically 4.20v~3.0v per cell...

RC type LIPO is typically 4.20v~3.0v per cell charged/drained ..

Lifepo4 cells are 3.65v~2.0v per cell ......

Lead acid 12v bricks ( 6x 2v cells in one brick ) generally sit at 12.8v charged...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-05-14, 10:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,186
Posted By Ypedal

Without knowing EXACTLY what motor you are...

Without knowing EXACTLY what motor you are talking about.. all the discussion above is pointless.

Is it a geared motor ? . Direct Drive ?.. brand, model, rim size, rider weight... fill in those...
Forum: Manufacturer, Retailer, Survey and Consumer Feedback
02-18-14, 02:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,556
Posted By Ypedal

I recently got myslef a Norco BigFoot ...

I recently got myslef a Norco BigFoot
http://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=57232

Have yet to electrify it, but it's happening, one way or another..

chvid is absolutely correct...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-08-14, 04:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,424
Posted By Ypedal

if you go 48v, get a REAR wheel, not a front.

if you go 48v, get a REAR wheel, not a front.
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-30-14, 12:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,632
Posted By Ypedal

First thing is to check the voltage of the batter...

First thing is to check the voltage of the batter at the charge port, and the discharge port ( if they are separate ) and report back.

it could be a number of things (* BMS, bad cell, fuse,...
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-07-14, 02:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,437
Posted By Ypedal

That's great news ! Interesting story as...

That's great news !

Interesting story as well, fixed with a software update. ?!

curiosity question.. Does your bike have e-brakes ? and if it does, do they still work ?
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-02-14, 12:44 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,972
Posted By Ypedal

LMAO.... dude... edit to add : The makers of...

LMAO.... dude...

edit to add : The makers of the Stealth Bomber got most of their data from being members of ES... and Headcase batteries are far from the ideal battery solution.
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-02-14, 11:21 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,972
Posted By Ypedal

ES is owned by Justin, but he is not an active...

ES is owned by Justin, but he is not an active member, and is not actively marketing it for profit using adds etc... one of the reasons i like that place so much, no clutter, no banners, no...
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-02-14, 10:53 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,972
Posted By Ypedal

Not at all, but being present allows you to take...

Not at all, but being present allows you to take action right away...

And it's Gaston, not Justin, ES is not " my " forum, i am moderator there, but that's it.. i spend insane amounts of time...
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-01-14, 10:08 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,972
Posted By Ypedal

Elite is not the correct choice of word.........

Elite is not the correct choice of word...... more like anally retentive.. obsessive compulsive.. paranoid ..
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-30-13, 12:59 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,972
Posted By Ypedal

I consider a pack made of New, Tested RC Lipo...

I consider a pack made of New, Tested RC Lipo cells safer than a pack made of previously used 18650 cells mixed together.
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-30-13, 12:54 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,972
Posted By Ypedal

I've been pondering a proper reply to this thread...

I've been pondering a proper reply to this thread without writing a book...

I agree, RC Lipo has the most potential for a dramatic release of energy compared to lower power cells when things go...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-27-13, 04:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,647
Posted By Ypedal

What are you performance requirements ? *( rider...

What are you performance requirements ? *( rider weight, area/terrain, desired speed on level ground ) .. battery voltage etc.. and budget ?

I have a couple Crystalyte 4 series front axle motors...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-27-13, 06:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,647
Posted By Ypedal

I assume this is a single speed bike ? coaster...

I assume this is a single speed bike ? coaster brakes or disk or V ??? Size wheel ?
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-25-13, 10:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,564
Posted By Ypedal

does your setup have a variable speed throttle or...

does your setup have a variable speed throttle or push button on/off ?
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-24-13, 12:33 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,972
Posted By Ypedal

it's not talking trash, it's speaking out about...

it's not talking trash, it's speaking out about safety... very big difference.
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-24-13, 12:19 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,972
Posted By Ypedal

They are the same cell format, laptops and power...

They are the same cell format, laptops and power tools both use 18650's ... and yes, i've capacity tested lots of various brands, new and used, salvaged from laptop and power tool packs... laptop...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-24-13, 10:57 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,972
Posted By Ypedal

http://ypedal.com/recycle/recycle.htm Gave...

http://ypedal.com/recycle/recycle.htm

Gave that up back in 2011..... i need to update that page with recent info.. but as you can see.... yes i've done my share of testing with used cells..
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-20-13, 06:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,101
Posted By Ypedal

http://ebikes.ca/store/store_ezee.php More...

http://ebikes.ca/store/store_ezee.php

More expensive, but certainly a better kit !.. from a vendor you can trust.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-19-13, 12:43 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,554
Posted By Ypedal

the dyno's are nostalgic and have their appeal,...

the dyno's are nostalgic and have their appeal, but i agree, current LED flashlights with rechargeable lithium cells provide WAY more light and cause no drag.. a couple handlebar mounts to swap the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-17-13, 10:05 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,769
Posted By Ypedal

personally, i never use more than 75% of my...

personally, i never use more than 75% of my available capacity.

my trike, 100v 13.5ah = 1,350 wh
Norco Chaos 100v 10ah = 1000 wh
Beach Cruiser 36v 10ah SLA = 5ah usable = 180 wh
BMX 48v 10ah =...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-17-13, 08:03 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,769
Posted By Ypedal

if you have no prior experience with batteries,...

if you have no prior experience with batteries, and no knowledge of volts, amps, series , parallel, etc.. , i strongly recommend you NOT start with RC lipo.... seriously.. read thru this and if it's...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-15-13, 10:25 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,769
Posted By Ypedal

Capacity and Power are separate things, i'm...

Capacity and Power are separate things, i'm testing a 3ah RC lipo pack *(20C cells ) that can deliver 15 amps easily, puny light weight pack for short range.... however if you opted for a less...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-15-13, 09:55 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,769
Posted By Ypedal

At the risk of breaking forum rules, shameless...

At the risk of breaking forum rules, shameless plug time :
http://ypedal.com/kit/kit.htm

This is a 250w sized motor driven at 36v 15amps for 500w output, has thicker gears to cope with the extra...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-11-13, 12:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,145
Posted By Ypedal

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/922149-Fl...

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/922149-Flykly-wheel
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-11-13, 11:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,437
Posted By Ypedal

Yeah, i would not wait for the 100 mile mark, i...

Yeah, i would not wait for the 100 mile mark, i would insist they look at it now as it's dangerous to have the regen kick in at unexpected times......

Those are all symptoms of loose or bad...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-11-13, 10:16 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,972
Posted By Ypedal

it's not always a happy ending ...

it's not always a happy ending
http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?280909-Ultrafire-18650-3000mA-exploded
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-11-13, 09:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,491
Posted By Ypedal

http://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=3...

http://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=54494

2 page thread covering just about all you ever wanted to know about this re-branded wheel.
Forum: Commuting
12-11-13, 08:13 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,810
Posted By Ypedal

Way to go ! Out here *( maritimes ) the...

Way to go !

Out here *( maritimes ) the first snow fall is passable, but one's it partially melts, turns to slush, then re-freezes in troffs of car tire tracks it becomes suicide....

I had to...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-11-13, 07:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,158
Posted By Ypedal

your location ? Terrain ? ( hills, fairly flat,...

your location ? Terrain ? ( hills, fairly flat, etc ) , your weight , desired range per ride, how fast do you want to go ? those are all factors needed to assist you in this decision.
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