@SixtyFiver: Nice changes! I need to get mine out of the garage, and find a longer stem for it like you've done. I'm using the stock Skykomish stem and it just doesn't have enough reach when using butterfly bars. I also have an actual Xtracycle snap deck to mod and install over my current racks, and then need to hit up the army/navy store for some bags to modify. The fork/front wheel have developed a wobble also, which is disconcerting. Its been slow process with all the other bikes in the garage!
@Lucian: Seeing how that point is meant to connect frame piece to frame piece, I bet it would be strong enough, although I'd use the BB for extra security/conformity.
I like the idea that it would drop the rear of the longbike frame though, might make for a better chainline. I simply ground off the parts your trying to go through.
