How to run bearings in this set up?

[RocketJ]

Don't worry about rewards Rocket, the priority is get you rolling. MT must have missed the per side .055" shim needed.
.Classic Schlitz beer can cut and pounded. Classic MacGyver.
Problem with aluminum is it has no spring back on compression. The more it is compressed the more it flows to relieve compression
Lets start with dimensions.
Precisely. Do you have, or have access to precision measuring tools? If you lived in Wisconsin I could finalize what I needed to make the bushing and a clamp.
Tom

I don't at the moment, but I might have access to them later this week. I'm going to check a few more necessities off the list this week and I'lll leave the seat issue for last most likely. When I get that sorted I'll send you the dimensions. I really appreciate all of the advice and help.

 

[Tom from Rubicon]

Priorities
Seating is worth consideration, but a runner is #1. Let me know when things get sorted out.
Tom

 

[Ralph hop]

Hey rocket, I'm building with the same frame currently. You can search on my thread for some ideas. I used a flanged seat post bushing and I will advise that you sand the seat post to bare steel before driving it home as the chromium layer is pretty heavy on the post I used. The seat post spacer can be found From any common online goods supplier, just measure with a micrometer before ordering. I used a split pipe collar for the clamp, won't ever break and looks okay. Onward.

 

[RocketJ]

Hey rocket, I'm building with the same frame currently. You can search on my thread for some ideas. I used a flanged seat post bushing and I will advise that you sand the seat post to bare steel before driving it home as the chromium layer is pretty heavy on the post I used. The seat post spacer can be found From any common online goods supplier, just measure with a micrometer before ordering. I used a split pipe collar for the clamp, won't ever break and looks okay. Onward.

Thanks for the tip. I'll check into that. What size sleeve did you buy? Your bike looks great. It's funny how similar our builds are. I have the same engine, frame, clutch, fork, piping and drum brake lol.

 

[RocketJ]

I decided to give the foot boards a go this morning. My welding isn't exactly a stack of dimes, but I'm pretty proud of how they came out. I'll probably round out the corners a bit for safety reasons.

 

[Ralph hop]

Here are the dimensions written on the piece. I mentioned sanding because it's a very tight fit. My seatpost is now pretty much permanent but once I started tapping it in with a hammer from that point there was only one way to go.

 

[RocketJ]

Here are the dimensions written on the piece. I mentioned sanding because it's a very tight fit. My seatpost is now pretty much permanent but once I started tapping it in with a hammer from that point there was only one way to go.

Thanks Ralph

 

[Ralph hop]

You can also use 28.6" mountain bike seat post.

 

[RocketJ]

You can also use 28.6" mountain bike seat post.

I already bought the shim you sent me lol

 

[Tom from Rubicon]

Well there goes my beer, no thanks to you Ralph.

 

[RocketJ]

Well there goes my beer, no thanks to you Ralph.

Lol I would still gladly buy you a 6 pack for all of the help you've done. Just send me your 3 top choices and an address.

 

[RocketJ]

Gearbox update: I gave the final drive a good few turns. Good news: It seems to work pretty well! Bad news: It appears that the shaft I made for the gearbox is a degree or two off center and causes the gearbox to gyrate slightly. At low speeds (like when I turn it by hand) it doesn't seem like an issue, but I'm concerned what would happen at full speed. I need to do a final teardown anyway to make adjustments so I'll fix the issue later this week.

 

[RocketJ]

The shim finally came for the seat. It was a snug fit, but it all came together perfectly. This picture reminded me of all of the cyclists i see in the neighborhood. It cracked me up a little. I also got the gearbox nice and snug now. I should be able to test soon.

 

[Ralph hop]

Well there goes my beer, no thanks to you Ralph.

Tom as a fellow beer enthusiast I'm sorry to have snaked you on that deal. I'm ashamed of myself. Regretfully and sincerely, Ralph

 

[Tom from Rubicon]

Apology accepted my friend. Thirst I have not, recently a beer store had a clearance sale on seasonals. Three bucks a six pack and and I got twelve of them. Being retired for now, six packs at a third of retail are welcome.
Glad to hear the seat post/clamp conundrum is solved Rocket. Your build is looking good. Keep us posted.
Tom

 

[RocketJ]

Alright guys, I need some serious help here. For some reason, whoever made my fork left this weird leftover hump at the bottom, almost like they cut the end off another fork and welded it on. No standard size bearing cups fit. What should I do? I considered cutting it off and welding a longer stem into it or using bushings. Any advice is appreciated.

 

[curtisfox]

Is the to the right size? does it have the threads on top?..........Curt

 

[RocketJ]

Is the to the right size? does it have the threads on top?..........Curt

hey curt, yes the top has threads on it.

 

[curtisfox]

hey curt, yes the top has threads on it.

I would just cut, file, or whatever would work to get rid of the bigger tube part at the base. Can you look up the bottom and see if the smaller tube goes all the way?......Curt

 

[RocketJ]

I would just cut, file, or whatever would work to get rid of the bigger tube part at the base. Can you look up the bottom and see if the smaller tube goes all the way?......Curt

I'll take a look.