Rgvkid
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Im finally getting back to my trailer build but this time im going with the 2.5HP. Since some of you have already had experience with the 2.5, I wanted to know what you would suggest for gear ratios? Im planning on setting it up with a jack shaft to better dial in the gearing.
So far i have the 2.5 HP HF $80. Im going to try out this 10" Kenda tire and rim i got from the Mini Moto shop for $20. The guy said the tire should last well over 2000 miles. I'll have to figure out how to mount the sprocket or i might swap it over to the Harbor freight $5 rim which might be easier to mount a hub to. I still need a clutch, Jack shaft, and sprockets.
I weigh 150lbs and my commute will be flat for about 14 miles and last 2miles up a pretty steep hill with some switch backs. Eventually i want to setup a rear trailer brake to help out on the downhill. I'll post pics through the build.
Here is the wheel.
So far i have the 2.5 HP HF $80. Im going to try out this 10" Kenda tire and rim i got from the Mini Moto shop for $20. The guy said the tire should last well over 2000 miles. I'll have to figure out how to mount the sprocket or i might swap it over to the Harbor freight $5 rim which might be easier to mount a hub to. I still need a clutch, Jack shaft, and sprockets.
I weigh 150lbs and my commute will be flat for about 14 miles and last 2miles up a pretty steep hill with some switch backs. Eventually i want to setup a rear trailer brake to help out on the downhill. I'll post pics through the build.
Here is the wheel.
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