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    Dahon Jetstream conversion

    do you mean this nut? there is no nut on the cable side
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    Dahon Jetstream conversion

    it does not rub against anything. I double checked. My other bpm and Q100H behave the same way
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    Dahon Jetstream conversion

    This is how my BPM freewheel now: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkTcd72l7pI&feature=youtu.be As good as my little direct drive conhismotor lol
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    Dahon Jetstream conversion

    yeah, it doesn't freewheel at all on the other direction anyway
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    Motors dimension for wheel building

    no I haven't found one. but I'm thinking to use normal tyre rather than the marathon plus
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    Motors dimension for wheel building

    Data for the Cute100H: OLD: 100mm L: 30mm R: 24mm T: 4mm Left side: Number of spokes: 18 Flange diameter: 105mm (not completely sure) Spoke hole diameter: 4.5mm Right side: Number of spokes: 18 Flange diameter: 105mm (not completely sure) Spoke hole diameter: 4.5mm
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    Dahon Jetstream conversion

    I have both a Cute100H and BPM bare motors on my hand, it doesn't turn much on when I push it and I can feel some drag.
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    Motors dimension for wheel building

    I don't want to be limited by the brompton rim, so I'm using this 36h rim :) http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/sun-cr18-16-x-1-3-8-(349)-abt-alloy-rim-silver-36-hole-prod8542/
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    Motors dimension for wheel building

    hello all, As I ordered few motors to be build to save a bit of money, and that I have motor to lace to brompton rim, I create a thread to reference motors data so we can't create wheel much more easily and faster. I found this calculator quite handy: Newsonsportec Inc., Ltd. I have BPM...
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    What is the best theft proof bike?

    DC, you need to select the entire link, right click > copy then past it in browser url. I tried it. It works. Ghouluk, I'm keen to hear about such a trolley suitcase big enough to put the brompton inside, but as well able to roll on the road while I'm moving away. I haven't heard of any able to...
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    Dahon Jetstream conversion

    After you removed the rubber seal, does you wheel freewheel properly? Can you tighten properly your motor and have no rolling issue? It should turn for at least 30 seconds, not few seconds
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    What is the best theft proof bike?

    It does work, you have to copy the link to your browser.
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    What is the best theft proof bike?

    I'm planning to have a proper basement when I'll be settle somewhere. I'm currently contracting in london so it may finishes anytime. That's why it doesn't make sense for me to leave my bike in london as I may move anytime.
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    What is the best theft proof bike?

    Because it's not simple to bring back a bike home. It's a massive luggage and I have other things to carry with me. The easiest one is the brompton and I had it stolen.
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    Dahon Jetstream conversion

    Thanks D8veh, I'm going to check that tonight. John, yeah that seems good. There is also this site that is good resource too: Bicycle Tutor - Bike Repair Video Tutorials
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    Dahon Jetstream conversion

    ok that makes sense for the derailleur. I'm going to check the screws. For the BPM, that was what I've noticed when I tighten very strongly the nut. Then by loosening then, it was finally rolling better. I've checked it didn't have brake rubbing but I can double check. I have also this problem...
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    Dahon Jetstream conversion

    Thanks again for all this help guys (and specifically for D8veh). 2 more issues on the bike: - The chain fells off on the right of the crankset (when I don't have the motor) when I'm on the fastest speed. Does it mean the derailleur is not aligned with the crankset? Shall I bend the derailleur...
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    Dahon Jetstream conversion

    Thanks patpatbut but 43 euro for a thread is a little bit too much for me. i'm going to follow dave and get this (cheap) one: New XLC Bike Cycle Locking Allen Key Skewer Set For Wheels & Seat Post | eBay
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    Dahon Jetstream conversion

    Thanks patpatbut. I was wondering where I can find similar thread for front wheel with nut? The one on my front wheel looks very thin and short John, I agree with you and too sad we have so much taxs to pay in the uk
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    Dahon Jetstream conversion

    No gears will take a couple of weeks to arrive... I'm talking about the front wheel quick release