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Indyjps
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The 442
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Amazing build as always. Crimping, I've router'd a piece of wood to the approx diameter of the tube, half depth, as a support, set...
Mar 18, 2023
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If you wanna try a 26x1.75, I have a brand new pair of bell Inova out in the garage that you can use, tread pattern similar to this:
Mar 18, 2023
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Dye Banana ?
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I'd it has an upper and lower pan, it's pretty easy to recover. Add some better foam while you're at it.
Mar 18, 2023
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and take your time....dont try to bend it all in one hit, I like the sand idea!!!
Mar 18, 2023
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If its Engine paint I wouldn't clear it I don't even think I'd prime it . Pretty rugged stuff already . But if you are going to use...
Mar 18, 2023
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What Clear coat to use with new paint job?
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I wouldn't clear coat a shiny rattle can paint unless you were trying effects. Need to be sure the base and clear are the same type of...
Mar 18, 2023
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Electroplating parts?
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I made my own solutions and did zinc, copper, nickel. Never got a true bright nickel finish. Having a Large variable power supply...
Mar 18, 2023
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Replacing S7 rims
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Yes, do it. https://www.modernbike.com/iso-sizes-for-bicycle-tires-and-rims Chart shows S7 versus 26" This one's a little different...
Mar 18, 2023
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BMX Gyro upper cable
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I pull the gyros off everything,run a straight cable. If you have to reuse an old cable, soak the whole thing in light oil, it'll...
Mar 18, 2023
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Wheels for heavy rider. Need advice.
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Bump up to 12g spokes. Would have to drill hub and rim, but 12g aren't going anywhere.
Mar 18, 2023
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Wheels for heavy rider. Need advice.
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Here's 2 700cc 36 hole rims, the Velo is double wall, not sure about the bontrager.
Mar 18, 2023
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Help Bending a Sissy-Bar
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Agree, pack it with sand, bend it around a pole. Put a piece of leather or heavy vinyl between the pole and the tube. I'm...
Mar 18, 2023
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I created this as a reply on the CABE, but figure it's worth sharing here, too. Drill a small (1/6-3/32") hole at the tip of some...
Mar 18, 2023
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Another shout out to @Indyjps who gave me the carb cleaner tip. I hit everything With carb cleaner and wow… that dry crusted grease...
Mar 18, 2023
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