Like it. I might build one myself. I built a tandem once with two Raleigh Twenties. I built a Stirling engine too but it was about 100 times smaller than yours.
@@nickwinn7812 hi, 20" wheels seem to be more common. Main disadvantage is the load space is reduced by the front wheel. Technically the 26" design puts more strain on the forks so I ensured I made the steerer strong. Steering still has really good lock. I simply used the spare bikes I had and am happy. I'm just about to go and pickup the kids in it from school, all the best
How long is the 40mm box tube and the angle back up to the steering tube and what’s the length of the steering drag link bar? Building starts as soon as I find these three things out. Got an old cct atb with failed frame, this is its next likely life.
Hi James, Not wanting to be the one that's holding up your project I rushed outside to measure it up! 40mm box is 100cm long (horizontal piece), Angle is 120 degrees and link bar is just over 100cm. Good luck and stay safe : )
Yes, I think your right! It would be great fun. Your new engine looks good, I keep checking in for the next update. I'm about to start building my new stirling engine and will also be posting progress.
Very nice! I built one, but with a 20 inch BMX front end. Always thought a 26 inch front end would be nice...the 20 inch front on mine can be pretty jarring on bumps! As an aside, is that a model railroad around your house?
The wheel size is a compromise with these. Because I've used a bigger wheel I've lost a bit of luggage space and the steering bar needs to be bigger to accommodate the wheel. Have you seen those suspension 20" front ends? Yes, that's a 5" railway : )
@@ShanePomeroy Yes, I actually have one hanging on the wall waiting...I have to re-do the head tube since the suspension fork is a tad taller than the regular BMX fork. I hope it'll be worth the extra work and slightly more weight...these 20 inch suspension forks are hardly "state-of-the-art" haha. Love the model railway! We need more garden trains in the world!
I like that you used one bike instead of two
I especially like that you used so much from the donor bike!
In addition, it has become a harmonious bike to look at :)
Fantastic job!!
Nice job 👍
Thanks, every bit helps. Project on simmer at the moment.
Brilliant job well done!
Like it. I might build one myself. I built a tandem once with two Raleigh Twenties. I built a Stirling engine too but it was about 100 times smaller than yours.
Maybe there's a connection! Stirling engine owners also like cycling :)
phenomenal!
That’s super
I like it! Is there any advantage/disadvantage in using a 26" front wheel over a 20" one, which is more common on this type of bike?
@@nickwinn7812 hi, 20" wheels seem to be more common. Main disadvantage is the load space is reduced by the front wheel. Technically the 26" design puts more strain on the forks so I ensured I made the steerer strong. Steering still has really good lock. I simply used the spare bikes I had and am happy. I'm just about to go and pickup the kids in it from school, all the best
How long is the 40mm box tube and the angle back up to the steering tube and what’s the length of the steering drag link bar? Building starts as soon as I find these three things out. Got an old cct atb with failed frame, this is its next likely life.
Hi James, Not wanting to be the one that's holding up your project I rushed outside to measure it up! 40mm box is 100cm long (horizontal piece), Angle is 120 degrees and link bar is just over 100cm. Good luck and stay safe : )
If you build a sufficiently light Stirling engine for it, it will be a great vehicle
Yes, I think your right! It would be great fun. Your new engine looks good, I keep checking in for the next update. I'm about to start building my new stirling engine and will also be posting progress.
What I'd like is a stirling generator that could power an electric hub via batteries as a buffer
Are Shane dun it again... I'm looking for some old bikes.
Very nice! I built one, but with a 20 inch BMX front end. Always thought a 26 inch front end would be nice...the 20 inch front on mine can be pretty jarring on bumps!
As an aside, is that a model railroad around your house?
The wheel size is a compromise with these. Because I've used a bigger wheel I've lost a bit of luggage space and the steering bar needs to be bigger to accommodate the wheel. Have you seen those suspension 20" front ends? Yes, that's a 5" railway : )
@@ShanePomeroy Yes, I actually have one hanging on the wall waiting...I have to re-do the head tube since the suspension fork is a tad taller than the regular BMX fork. I hope it'll be worth the extra work and slightly more weight...these 20 inch suspension forks are hardly "state-of-the-art" haha.
Love the model railway! We need more garden trains in the world!
👍👍👍
Fancy making another and selling me it ?