jdm_freek Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 I know this site is mainly for pc tech, but I am in need an ear to vent. So I am a cyclist, I ride on average of 10000 a year but I am not a young man anymore. Years of riding have taking their toll on my knees (insert joke here). So being the tech addict that I am I decided to order a DIY ebike. I spent a week or so researching different kits and batteries and went with a 48v 1000w 26'' kits from asom for $219 and 4x 12v 10ah lead acid for $80. My package was deliverd yesterday and upon opening this is what I got. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Braegnok Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 (edited) I would have went for the gasoline engine upgrade kit,.. $159.99 at Amazon. Edited February 13, 2015 by Braegnok Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdm_freek Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 (edited) I would have went for the gasoline engine upgrade kit,.. $159.99 at Amazon. too loud and 2 cycle fuel lingers to long and getting the rear sprocket plumb is a pain Edited February 13, 2015 by jdm_freek Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rivalary Posted February 14, 2015 Posted February 14, 2015 I thought cycling was good for your knees; it exercises them. I figured it was better than running because it doesn't have the shock of each step. Interesting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccokeman Posted February 14, 2015 Posted February 14, 2015 Thats one hell of a crack it looks like. Can you return it or file a claim with them? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdm_freek Posted February 15, 2015 Posted February 15, 2015 the retailer is sending me a new kit but i am at a loss when it comes to the supplied charger it is meant for a 48 vold lead acid battery setup which i have 4 12 volt 12ah sla batteries in series giving me 48 volts but the charger plug looks like a pc power cable 3 prong and cant figure out the pos and neg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdm_freek Posted February 15, 2015 Posted February 15, 2015 I thought cycling was good for your knees; it exercises them. I figured it was better than running because it doesn't have the shock of each step. Interesting. not at the distances i do. and its not good on the prostate either men who ride more than 4 hours are at a higher risk for E.d. and prostate cancer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccokeman Posted February 15, 2015 Posted February 15, 2015 I thought cycling was good for your knees; it exercises them. I figured it was better than running because it doesn't have the shock of each step. Interesting. not at the distances i do. and its not good on the prostate either men who ride more than 4 hours are at a higher risk for E.d. and prostate cancer No reason for me to ride then LOL! Can you use a multimeter to figure out the charger? 3 pins usually will give you hot, neutral and ground. If so hot to ground will give you the answer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdm_freek Posted February 21, 2015 Posted February 21, 2015 (edited) so I've got it finished and up and running but of course it's going to be a constant work in progress I went with Sla Batteriesbecause I'm not familiar with LiPo batteries if anyone has any experience with them your knowledge would be appreciated Edited February 21, 2015 by jdm_freek Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdm_freek Posted February 21, 2015 Posted February 21, 2015 (edited) i clocked myself at 27mph with no peddling Edited February 21, 2015 by jdm_freek Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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