E-motorizing Terra trike Rambler (ressurected thread)

[barrysuperhawk]

So here's a quick etiquette question, would y'all prefer that I use this thread to memorialize my build or should I start a whole new thread?

 

[Alan B]

I think it is fine to continue on into your build. You can change the title in the first posting and add a table of contents there if you like.

Nothing wrong with a separate thread either, but your earlier research and discussions are part of the project, in some sense.

 

[barrysuperhawk]

WARNING!!! ZOMBIE THREAD ALERT!!!

Ok, so life got in the way, and my entire plan went awry, so I am trying to re-start this project. To Recap: I bought the TCDM IGH https://ebikes.ca/igh-395.html and a Patterson 2 speed Crank https://ebikes.ca/patterson165-b.html. I believe I have most of the parts required, but I have several issues I need to overcome, to wit:

I have the crank installed, but am having issues finding a cable stop so I can shift it... I also need to come up with a way to shift it on the handlebar. I also was trying to set up for pedal assist, but mine did not come machined for the PA magnet plate and I am not 100% sure I can cobble that together.

I bought the rear rim built with the TCDM IGH but I am not sure if I can re-use my old sprocket or if I need to get a different one. I am also thinking I need to get a torque arm or two... I have been around bikes my whole life but I am realizing that I have never BUILT bikes so there are significant gaps in my bicycle knowledge.

I have several 56V 5aH EGO batteries and a weather resistant dual battery box zip tied to my bussle rack at the moment pending me coming up with a more secure mounting system. Actually I sacrificed an EGO snow blower for the cause... I can wire these either in parallel, to run both at once giving me 10aH or with a switch to run one, then switch to the other. I also have easy access to the BMS wires (there are 4 blades on the battery connectors). I have this bookmarked: https://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=93563

I have a set of Versabars https://www.terratrike.com/product/versabars/ to give me more real estate to mount things (because the stock handlebars are so short....)

I have brake levers with the electric connectors for regen, but I am not sure how to adjust them to actually get regen while I am braking since the actual brakes are left and right side only discs with no provision for any rear brake. So it seems I should be able to adjust this that a light pull activates regen before the discs actually stop me...

I have a CycleanalystV3 https://ebikes.ca/ca2-dp.html and the Phaserunner, a bag full of connectors and a couple of crimpers, and I will probably have questions when I get to that. Any of you fine folks happen to be in Central, IL and interested in helping me out? I can provide pizza and the frosty cold beverages of your choice...

 

[barrysuperhawk]

So now I am back, just walked in the door (of my garage) with that look on my face....

Ok, so specific question number one: I need a part or combination of parts to operate my Patterson crankset. I need a cable stop of some type, and hopefully at least a 90 degree bend so I don't have a cable up in my nose... If pictures are necessary, I can post them.