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[PCeBiker]

Street signs come in all shapes and sizes. Don’t think about using a street sign.

I've tried using long staples then bend them over, but I couldn't get them to curve and snug up nicely,..

They should make a tool a bit like an automatic wire striper that would tighten up the staple then bend it over properly.

 

[6zfshdb]

I made a hub motor balancing and truing machine,..


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I bought some bearings that fit over the axle so the whole motor can spin.

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I used a piece of PEX pipe that fit over the axle to hold the motor cable straight with the axle to keep it balanced.

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This is why I switched to mag wheels. No more truing or fooling with bent or broken spokes.

The only chore is to make sure the tire is installed correctly.

 

[Slaphappygamer]

This is why I switched to mag wheels. No more truing or fooling with bent or broken spokes.

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The only chore is to make sure the tire is installed correctly.

That is a big benefit to mag wheels. I never thought about that.

 

[antboy]

This "camp light" is a fantastic tool if you don't have a dedicated bike workshop, and find flexible lighting a challenge.

It worked great as a camp light on a recent 2 night trip, but its second use as a makeshift "shop light" put it over the top.

I also recommend a cheap dollar store yoga mat if you have to clean your drive train at home.

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because it does this:

living in a condo and not having a dedicated workshop presents some challenges for bike maintenance,