Clam shell sprocket adapters?

[09er]

Does anyone have any experience with the clam shell type sprocket adapters? I've read favorable posts on the Creative Engineering version but haven't seen anything on the Livefastmotors version or any others that may be available. It seems like this type adapter would eliminate much of the stress on the spokes vs. the standard engine kit adapter. I plan to use the Husky 12 gauge spoked rims with Shimano coaster brake. I get the impression that the Livefastmotors version could be a bit tricky to fit properly on some hubs, and what about slippage? Are there any other suppliers worth considering?

http://livefastmotors.com/clamshell-adapters-gas-powered-bicycle-motors.html
http://home.roadrunner.com/~bikeparts/sprocket_adapter.htm

 

[skjjoe]

you better order fast Creative is going out of business as of Nov 2

 

[fetor56]

I've got one & their fine.Hard to setup(cos my bike was a cruiser with coaster brake) but once done never needs to be touched....expensive for what it is though.
http://www.motoredbikes.com/showthread.php?t=8628&highlight=clam+shell

 

[Youngbird]

Does anyone have any experience with the clam shell type sprocket adapters? I've read favorable posts on the Creative Engineering version but haven't seen anything on the Livefastmotors version or any others that may be available. It seems like this type adapter would eliminate much of the stress on the spokes vs. the standard engine kit adapter. I plan to use the Husky 12 gauge spoked rims with Shimano coaster brake. I get the impression that the Livefastmotors version could be a bit tricky to fit properly on some hubs, and what about slippage? Are there any other suppliers worth considering?

http://livefastmotors.com/clamshell-adapters-gas-powered-bicycle-motors.html
http://home.roadrunner.com/~bikeparts/sprocket_adapter.htm

Check with Pirate Cycles....they have them, but the size range may be limited. I would go to Jim prior to anywhere else.

 

[MotoMagz]

No clams what !!

you better order fast Creative is going out of business as of Nov 2

Now freekin way...I sell my mags and go with spoked wheels and for the last 2 days I have been emailing Creative with no respone.Now.. what Live Fast adaptor. MotoMagz with no magz

 

[skjjoe]

Yes i called and spoke to Karen today order before Nov 2. Closed on Nov 15

 

[loquin]

Yes. It's true.

I ordered another sprocket, and spoke to Karen also.

Bummer. Jim makes some REALLY nice hardware...

 

[moondog]

I have not tried this so I don't know how good it works.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170392661230&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

http://cgi.ebay.com/bicycle-Motoriz...CI%2BIA%2BUA%2BFICS%2BUFI&otn=12&po=LVI&ps=63

 

[Turtle Tedd]

Manic mechanic..Creative Engineering..is staying open for another month at least...The "clamshell" sprocket adapters and sprockets he machines are aircraft quality parts ,custom built to extremely close tolerances...This is the first upgrade I made to my MB...actually this is not an upgrade but a necessary replacement to the chicken poop rag mount that comes with the kits...This part bolts directly to the hub and put zero stress on the spokes..it centers itself to the exact center of the hub....Get these things while you can..they are not expensive

 

[09er]

Thanks for all your input. With a tip from Youngbird, I called Pirate Cycles yesterday and they said they had about a hundred calm shell adapters in stock. I asked if Creative Engineering is their supplier because the pictured unit on their web site looked the same. They confirmed that Creative is their supplier. A quote from their web site: “This adapter works on the following coaster brake hubs. Micargi, Shimano CB-110, and the Shimano CB-110E. Adapters Fit Measurments that are in the range of 1.524 to 1.528. Shimano hubs say the model on the brake arm.”
I plan to use a Shimano CB-110E so I ordered one. It comes with a 40 tooth sprocket and is $49.99.