Updated "Stretch" cruiser mounts

RedB66 · #1 03-07-2010, 03:57 PM

Here's a couple pictures of the newest mounts I've been using. These mounts have evolved from u-bolts to muffler clamps and now roll bar clamps. They can be used on a number of larger frame tube applications. Total cost less than $20.

Keep in mind that my so called "Shop" consist of a good bench vice and a hack saw. Point being that these are pretty easy to make. The angle piece I use is a Simpson A24 construction tie.

Source links
Buggy Billet Alum. Accessories - Page 1
A24 Angle - A24 at The Home Depot

bbb · #2 03-07-2010, 08:50 PM

You always seem to have the neatest mounts by a long shot...good work.

corgi1 · #3 03-07-2010, 08:59 PM

What are those clamps from?

RedB66 · #4 03-08-2010, 03:24 AM

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Originally Posted by corgi1

What are those clamps from?

Their intended use is for attatching items to dune buggy roll bars like a fire extinguishers, mirrors or GPS.

Tad Bit Tipsy · #5 03-20-2010, 06:02 PM

I like these mounts!!! Red why didn't you drill slots where the a24 and dune buggy brackets meet? That way you can adjust the engine laterally. I'm going to try during my build to compensate for the large rear wheel. I've got some 26x2.5 rims from an old honda that I've been dying to stick on a bicycle. Thanks for posting these by the way, a great way to solve a momentous mounting challenge as these stretch's tend to be. L8R.

RedB66 · #6 03-20-2010, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Tad Bit Tipsy

I like these mounts!!! Red why didn't you drill slots where the a24 and dune buggy brackets meet? That way you can adjust the engine laterally. I'm going to try during my build to compensate for the large rear wheel. I've got some 26x2.5 rims from an old honda that I've been dying to stick on a bicycle. Thanks for posting these by the way, a great way to solve a momentous mounting challenge as these stretch's tend to be. L8R.

I guess you could but I have to have things perfectly centered. (it's an OCD thing..LOL) You can drill the holes wherever you need them.

Tad Bit Tipsy · #7 03-20-2010, 06:17 PM

I understand the OCD, I share that compulsion myself. It definitely shows in your builds. Also good choice on the Husky rims, I like them a lot and have used them for years. I always put 12g on the back and a big 11g on the front to handle bumps, always feels a little more solid every time I bottom out on these Florida road potholes!!!

Tad Bit Tipsy · #8 03-24-2010, 07:08 PM

Hey Red, hate to bug you again, but I have the same frame coming next week and was wondering what size buggy mounts you bought for yours? Are they different in size?, looks like it to me. Thanks.

Venice Motor Bikes · #9 03-24-2010, 07:25 PM

Very nice!!! (I'm taking notes)

RedB66 · #10 03-24-2010, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Tad Bit Tipsy

Hey Red, hate to bug you again, but I have the same frame coming next week and was wondering what size buggy mounts you bought for yours? Are they different in size?, looks like it to me. Thanks.

They are both 1 3/4". The down tube is 1 3/4" but it is not exactly round. I had to shave a hair off the mount. The bottom tube is 1.66", just slightly larger than the 1 1/2" mount so I used a 1 3/4 mount and used some spliced gas line to make up the difference.