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OldSchool_IsCool
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Joined: January 24, 2011 4:16 am
Topics: 18 / Replies: 445
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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!

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

Lloyd, What about electric brakes on the trailer?

15 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...

15 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.

15 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...

15 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 ...

15 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.

15 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...

15 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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RE: Getting a Gemini Ready for the Road (fixed fotos)

A big day today! I'm officially a "Sidecarist in Training!" No interior yet, so I'll use my tools to provide ballast while I practice.I ma...

15 years ago
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RE: HomeMade SideCar

Yea, I think quite a deal. But I haven t put an interior in it nor a cover, so the cash register is still clanking away! LOL!! Plus the time it's ta...

15 years ago
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RE: HomeMade SideCar

SE, I picked the unit up for $700. Paint was also $700. new wheel & tire $150. Misc parts & supplies prolly $300 Roughly $2000 in...

15 years ago
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RE: HomeMade SideCar

Hey SE! Here is my build thread on a used sidecar that I'm just finishing up. Hoping to have 'er mounted and rolling this weekend!!

15 years ago
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RE: Tug for Friendship III

Nice looking rig there Billy! Good thing you got the double, what with your son's extra wide grin!! Looks like he's loving it.

15 years ago
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