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OldSchool_IsCool
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Joined: January 24, 2011 3:16 am
Topics: 18 / Replies: 450
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RE: Tracking to the Right

Roadman, When adjusting leanout, adjust in small increments and test the ride between. Too much leanout and right hand turns (assumin your car i...

14 years ago
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RE: Sidecar comedy factor

I've been thinking of adding a dummy switch, toggle type with a safety cover, and label it "Jettison Sidecar" for exactly that question!

14 years ago
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RE: The Dreaded Strap Clamp Slip!

Yes, I'm thinking I need to rethink my mounts. I'm not thrilled with welding, mainly because I can't do the welds myself. It would also mean that I ...

14 years ago
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RE: Bikecamping pix

I was there mid week, on a Wednesday I think. We had Cycle-Moore pretty much to ourselves! I was riding in the Michigan leg of a "Roaming Gnome" typ...

14 years ago
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RE: Bikecamping pix

No, not my rig. But had you been at Cycle-Moore the week before you would have seen my black & gold combo!

14 years ago
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RE: Trailer hitch on a California Friendship 3?

Lloyd, What about electric brakes on the trailer?

14 years ago
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RE: Counterbalancing

How about PVC drain pipe? A few feet of it, capped and filled with sand or lead shot would give you the ballast you need. It's relatively compact, c...

14 years ago
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RE: Nose Hinges on a Double?

Here's another angle that shows just how far to the rear my tub is mounted. Much different that what Lonnie's picture shows.

14 years ago
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RE: Nose Hinges on a Double?

Thanks Dave! And welcome to Sidecar.com! I like the pics in your album, looks AWESOME! If you could add some closeups of the hinges and any rel...

14 years ago
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RE: Nose Hinges on a Double?

Yes I did ask for advice, and I appreciate your replies, Lonnie. You have forgotten more sidecar info than I ever hope to learn! Judging by the ...

14 years ago
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RE: Nose Hinges on a Double?

It also looks like the body is pulled forward on the frame too by about 10 to 12 inches. Am I wrong on that? A large step would also be needed.

14 years ago
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RE: Nose Hinges on a Double?

WHAT??!! Move the tub forward on the frame?? That means I'd have to drill like... FOUR new mounting holes! MAN! It's never EASY!! 🙂 🙂 &g...

14 years ago
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RE: Getting a Gemini Ready for the Road (fixed fotos)

SideCar - 7/11/2011 9:15 AM Looking good. I see the key/lock in the pick with the level. Does it appear that someone had put a lock on the previ...

15 years ago
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