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    Cycle Analyst with Chinese ebike Controller?

    Hello, Has anyone used the Cycle Analyst from ebikes.ca with the brushless ebike controllers commonly sold for around $30 on ebay from China? If so, did you need to modify wiring, connectors, or the controller's internal hardware? I would like to measure speed, amps, battery status, and range...
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    LiFePO4 Transport Restrictions?

    Hello, Is it legal to bring an e-bike with a LiFePO4 Ping Battery on Amtrak trains or on buses such as Greyhound? I know there are aviation restrictions...are there any restrictions for the ping brand lifepo4 on e-bikes for public transit? Thank you. -3wheels1life
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    When To Use Torque Arms

    Thanks everyone who replied. What type of torque arm should I use (the wires on my motor come out the end of the axle)? Can you post (a) link(s) to good torque arms? Thank you so much, your advice is much appreciated! :D -3wheels1life
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    When To Use Torque Arms

    Hi everyone, As you may know I recently bought a 36v 350w BLDC gearless rear hub motor. Currently I'm shopping for a bike frame locally, and I have a couple of questions for you regarding torque arms... 1. Are torque arms needed for this hub motor on an Aluminum frame (rear forks)? 2. Are...
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    Largest single speed freewheel / cassette?

    Spinningmagnets, Would the system you have in the pic work on a rear hub motor without modification? I think the OP was using a rear hub motor... Thank you. -3wheels1life
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    Brushless Gearless Hub Motor $110 on Ebay- Thoughts??

    Gregor, Thanks for the advice. I just bought a 350w controller from eBay. I will let everyone know (on this thread) how well it works when I test it with the motor. Then, I've got to get the wheel built, etc. -3wheels1life
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    Largest single speed freewheel / cassette?

    You can buy a 24t single speed freewheel off eBay (see link below). That's the only place I've seen it (other than AliBaba and the 100 thieves). By the way, this one cannot be removed with a freewheel tool. I'd go for a smaller freewheel that supports a freewheel tool. Hope this helps. :)...
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    Brushless Gearless Hub Motor $110 on Ebay- Thoughts??

    Thank you dogman. I tested it today. With two of the phase wires touching, it became much harder to turn (*this means the motor and phases are working properly right?* :D ). Does this mean it is a direct drive and brushless motor? Thanks for all your advice, your help has been much...
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    Brushless Gearless Hub Motor $110 on Ebay- Thoughts??

    Thank you for replying. How can I test the phases without a controller (just to make sure it works)? Is a controller really needed to test it? Thanks. -3wheels1life
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    Brushless Gearless Hub Motor $110 on Ebay- Thoughts??

    Thanks dogman. Here's the details. I received it and noticed a few things. It will not accommodate a 5 speed rear freewheel. Even thought the motor is much thinner than the (Raleigh) forks, it would have to be modified (thanks to the design, it is pretty much centered with the same amount of...
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    Brushless Gearless Hub Motor $110 on Ebay- Thoughts??

    torker, I will let you all know on this thread. Also, how many Ah will be good for a 36v 350w hub motor to last 1 hour? I'd like to get the most cycles out of a lifepo4 (likely ping). Thank you. -3wheels1life
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    Reputable LiFePO4 (for ebikes) Vendors Thread

    Thanks dnmun. How many Ah will be good for a 36v 350w hub motor to last 1 hour? I'd like to get the most cycles out of a lifepo4 (likely ping). Thank you. -3wheels1life
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    Reputable LiFePO4 (for ebikes) Vendors Thread

    Thanks e-beach, just updated (USA). I saw that thread. Are there any vendors to avoid on ebay? How about sea mail (read this can damage the batteries if BMS is connected). Any advice? Thank you. -3wheels1life
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    Brushless Gearless Hub Motor $110 on Ebay- Thoughts??

    I ordered one of these the other day, will see how it goes. Thank you everyone. -3wheels1life
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    Reputable LiFePO4 (for ebikes) Vendors Thread

    Hi everyone, I know many of you have purchased LiFePO4 batteries to power your e-bikes. I'm looking to buy some for my 36v ebike project. What have been your experiences with vendors? How about shipping times? Reliability? Support? Please post your reviews on this thread and the links (eBay...
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    Brushless Gearless Hub Motor $110 on Ebay- Thoughts??

    Thanks dogman for your advice. I was planning to use it on a 10-speed 26" bike (5 gears in the casette). I plan to use it on streets/sidewalks/paths. Will it work well for that in this setup? I'm sure you have more experience than I do with hub motors. Thank you. -3wheels1life
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    Battery Type for Electric Bike

    Thank you to everyone who replied and gave advice. On the subject of batteries, who is a good seller of LiFePO4 (ebay, etc.) I know Ping is. Also, Is this NiMH pack (link below) a good pack, and is it possible to safely build one...
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    Brushless Gearless Hub Motor $110 on Ebay- Thoughts??

    I forgot to ask, Will it work with 20" or 26" rim? Thanks. -3wheels1life
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    Brushless Gearless Hub Motor $110 on Ebay- Thoughts??

    Thank you dogman and spinningmagnets. Will this motor (on the eBay link) work well (or is the diameter a major problem?) for riding on streets/bike paths? Also, do you think there will be any problems with it due to this? How could I test it to make sure it works without a controller (just for...
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    Brushless Gearless Hub Motor $110 on Ebay- Thoughts??

    Hi everyone, oops.. that was the wrong link, the ebay item is very similar to this one (see link below) http://www.conhismotor.com/ProductShow.asp?id=85 But the Ebay hub motor has the flange for the spokes on the side (not one in the middle) and the flange is not cut out like the one at the...
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    Brushless Gearless Hub Motor $110 on Ebay- Thoughts??

    Thanks spinningmagnets. To me it looks like this one by conhis. It's missing the plastic end pieces (for the axle) though. http://www.conhismotor.com/ProductShow.asp?id=84 Is it actually direct drive? Do you know more about it? Could it support 7 speed freewheel, 1 speed freewheel? Are the...
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    Brushless Gearless Hub Motor $110 on Ebay- Thoughts??

    Hi everyone, I found this hub motor on Ebay.. is it any good/worth buying? http://www.ebay.com/itm/36V-350W-Brushless-Hub-Rear-Wheel-Motor-Electric-Bike-EBike-Bicycle-Conversion-/360667761614 I would appreciate hearing your expertise. -3wheels1life
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    Battery Type for Electric Bike

    Hi Everyone, Thanks for helping give advice.. looks like I will be using a 36v motor not 24v. I have 3 12v 18ah SLA batteries..how should I mount them so it doesn't tip over? I have one in each pannier, where should I put the other one? Thank you. -3wheels1life
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    Hub Motor Reliability Question

    Hi Everyone, Is this motor any good? It's only $110 http://www.ebay.com/itm/36V-350W-Brushless-Hub-Rear-Wheel-Motor-Electric-Bike-EBike-Bicycle-Conversion-/360667761614 Thank you.
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    Hub Motor Reliability Question

    Thanks dogman. This thread is for a different ebike (not the 60mph one, a cheaper and safer 24v 250w one). I appreciate your advice. -3wheels1life
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