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Realized I screwed something up when I ordered my motor just now. Just found out it doesn't come with the U-Bolt for the extended frame (and I'm doing a cruiser bike). Anyone know of the measurements that the U-Bolt is supposed to be so I can just buy one at the hardware store? I can make the sheet metal piece myself (layered, of course), so I'm not too concerned about that.

Or would it be possible to simply buy extended studs, put like a 1 or 2 inch spacer on them, then the mounting hardware at the end of that? Seems like it would turn out a lot cleaner of a build that way....

Edit: It comes with that gay extended frame bolt setup pictured in the attachment instead, and i'd REALLLYY like to avoid drilling holes through my frame.
 

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Ghost0 said:
Here is one of our front mount kits that should work well for you unless you are into the DIY thing. Comes with all hardware, bracket and clamp.
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Well I'm just trying to avoid paying $15 online and wait for more shipping for something I could buy locally for $3. I just don't see the point of buying basic hardware items online for 5 or 10 times the price. Not to diss these businesses: some people that live out in the sticks need that kind of service due to the rarity of a decent hardware store. But, I've got plenty to choose from where I'm at.

Edit: But thanks for the pic, now I know how snugly they're supposed to fit.
 
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I figured I'd mention it's not the clamp - but the bracket that's the selling point, that yer gonna hafta make ;)
 
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I would never drill another hole in a bike frame, that is since I had one crack completely in two. I also have not come across a bike frame that the engine could be fitted into PROPERLY. All 5 that I have done needs a "front" engine mount modification among other inespensive mods.
 

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BarelyAWake said:
I figured I'd mention it's not the clamp - but the bracket that's the selling point, that yer gonna hafta make ;)
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Our front mount is a pretty good value, decently thick piece of steel (in FOUR different sizes), professionally formed (not home bent in a vise or something), all the hardware and spacers you need, plus the u-bolt selection of your choice 1 1/8"-1-7/8" - not a one size fits all slop master. Price that all out yourself.

We don't discourage people from doing stuff in their own shop/garage - in fact we encourage it! Just want to make sure the comparisons are on an even keel.
 
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Speaking of vices.....

Ended up buying a 1 1/2" U-bolt and it didn't fit (I guess I just suck at measuring...), so I had to open it up slightly in a vice. Used 2 layers of sheet metal & the bracket that comes with the drill-through kit to re-enforce it. So 1 5/8" sounds about right.

Used an alloy crap material one because I wasn't sure of the size and I wanted to be able to fix it easily, and I'm glad i did. But I'll probably get a nice steel 1 5/8" one the next time I have an excuse to take the engine off for some reason.
 
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Pablo said:
Our front mount is a pretty good value, decently thick piece of steel (in FOUR different sizes), professionally formed (not home bent in a vise or something), all the hardware and spacers you need, plus the u-bolt selection of your choice 1 1/8"-1-7/8" - not a one size fits all slop master. Price that all out yourself.

We don't discourage people from doing stuff in their own shop/garage - in fact we encourage it! Just want to make sure the comparisons are on an even keel.
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Paul, your mount that you sell for what $15.00+ ship, is not only a good design, looks good and really a must on allmost all builds due to the difference in engine vs frame mounting requirements. In fact your very mount inspired me to use a mount bolted to the engine such as that. The price is very reasonable for those that can't or don't want to take the time to build one. I know even with my rough homemade mount compared to the ones you have available, I wouldn't make one for $15.00. Had I not been able to make my own, yours would of been on my list of NEED to install parts. Someone told me that the roller bracket I make or something that accomplishes the same thing should be included in the kit...so should a front tube mounting bracket. DRILL NO HOLES
 
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Alabama Fisherman said:
Paul, your mount that you sell for what $15.00+ ship, is not only a good design, looks good and really a must on allmost all builds due to the difference in engine vs frame mounting requirements. In fact your very mount inspired me to use a mount bolted to the engine such as that. The price is very reasonable for those that can't or don't want to take the time to build one. I know even with my rough homemade mount compared to the ones you have available, I wouldn't make one for $15.00. Had I not been able to make my own, yours would of been on my list of NEED to install parts. Someone told me that the roller bracket I make or something that accomplishes the same thing should be included in the kit...so should a front tube mounting bracket. DRILL NO HOLES
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Sorry, didn't mean to step on any toes, or make anyone feel butt hurt! I was just trying to help someone out who may not want to spend $15.00 + S+H and wait 3-4 days to get a mount that con be made in your garage in 15 mins.With a $2.19 U bolt from Auto Zone and a piece of 3"x3" flat steel plate with 4 holes drilled in it! my 30 something years of mechanical exp. and jobs having to make things work with nothin, I feel the comparision is on an even!!
 
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