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    My FS E-Fatbike (updated 8-29-11 now with video)

    I have no plans to sell frames. It's just a hobby for now. The torque of the hub motor is nothing like the previous build, but the technology makes for such a smooth overall experience. I've really enjoyed feeling like a superman as I pedal along. My intentions for this bike were to get...
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    My FS E-Fatbike (updated 8-29-11 now with video)

    The hub is working great, thought I've only put 100 miles on it. The freewheel crank is from spooky tooth cycles, as are the gears on the jackshaft. I can't remember where I bought the gear on the motor. This build took so long that I've forgotten a lot of it. If you're interested in...
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    My FS E-Fatbike (updated 8-29-11 now with video)

    This project is finally finished so I thought I would show where it ended up. I did ride it quite a bit last fall and it seems to perform quite well. The only thing I might add is some sort of temperature monitor for the motor. If someone has a good solution for that or knows of a topic that...
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    My FS E-Fatbike (updated 8-29-11 now with video)

    Thanks for the advice. The temperature sensor seems like a good idea. At what temperature should I start to get nervous and back off? My top speed in first gear is around 16mph I think. I could still stand some more reduction, but I don't think I can fit larger gears anywhere. The first...
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    My FS E-Fatbike (updated 8-29-11 now with video)

    After some gearing issues and wiring issues, it's finally done. I need to thank Lyen for all his help with rewiring the motor for me. It's pure fun to ride and I can't wait to finish it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MYWdU67668Y Here's a link to the video incase it doesn't show up in the...
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    My FS E-Fatbike (updated 8-29-11 now with video)

    All I did was turn the little keyed switch on the side. There are no markings on it, so I thought it must be in the wrong position. I knew the reversing key didn't apply to this motor, I just didn't know this motor was supposed to spin backwards to what I wanted.
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    My FS E-Fatbike (updated 8-29-11 now with video)

    Well, thesuperkids.com let me down. I'm going to describe the events again and let you guys decide wether I'm in the right or wrong. Don't worry about hurting my feelings, I'm a big boy and don't want to be closed minded on this topic. So I order the second controller. No where in the...
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    My FS E-Fatbike (updated 8-29-11 now with video)

    Everything on the rear end is 1/2 inch .049wall. I think it's fine for the suspension pushrods, but I'm wondering if 3/4 inch would be better for the rest. It seems a little flexy, but I haven't got to ride it enough to know. I tried the "no load" test and was getting 33amps and 1600-1700...
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    My FS E-Fatbike (updated 8-29-11 now with video)

    I have been busy getting the jack shaft installed and operating. I'm pretty happy with how it turned out. I went with the 3:1 reduction. I installed the new controller and the bike moves now. That's the good news. The bad news is that motor seems very weak. It draws a lot of amps and...
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    My FS E-Fatbike (updated 8-29-11 now with video)

    I did buy the crystalyte controller as a package with the motor. Have you had good luck with your motor? Feel free to put a picture of yours in this thread. I'd like to see it.
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    My FS E-Fatbike (updated 8-29-11 now with video)

    Thanks to everyone for the advice and compliments. To answer a question about the forks. The linkage and shock are from the original fork. I made new tubes from the .049 tubing I used on the bike. I was able to incorporate spacers into the tubes for the need of increased width. The new...
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    My FS E-Fatbike (updated 8-29-11 now with video)

    First let me thank those that created, maintain, and contribute to this amazing forum. What a great place to learn. I'm starting this topic to show my progress on my E-Fatbike. This is my first attempt at a motorized bicycle as you will soon realize. I've built most of it from scratch...
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