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Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-21-14, 06:13 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

PK, The latches were raised. I am thinking of...

PK,
The latches were raised. I am thinking of making bumpers to recess the latches and the handles. Part of the problem is that the clear coat was too smooth which allows the cases to move too...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-19-14, 09:24 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

Thanks PK, you're too kind. And thank you for...

Thanks PK, you're too kind. And thank you for all your help in the build.
We just got back from our first of hopefully many more trips of pure happiness.
The Adirondacks and Lake Champlain was...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-05-14, 06:23 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

My luggages are packed. Just for you Vroom: the...

My luggages are packed.
Just for you Vroom: the measured weight of the packed wheel case is 35 lb, and the frame case 39lb. The cases empty are ~15 lb each.
Packed in my case includes the bike, 2...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-05-14, 08:11 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

Colotandem, Thanks for the info. I'll order a...

Colotandem,
Thanks for the info. I'll order a bottle of the liquid form.

Vroom,
The cases are about 40lb each fully packed. I am not sure what weight warrants the warning, but I'm thinking...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-04-14, 05:30 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

Things calmed down enough around here for me to...

Things calmed down enough around here for me to finally finish the cases. Here they are getting ready to be packed for our trip next week:

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The Duratec layers are great for UV and...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-21-14, 10:02 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

The carbon on the bases is done. I've also...

The carbon on the bases is done. I've also drilled out the holes for the wheels and pull handle. I tried partially clearing out the foam, but it got to be too much work. So, I removed all the foam...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-12-14, 04:54 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

PK, Sorry about that. Here you go: ...

PK,

Sorry about that.

Here you go:

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I need a clear coat on the carbon. Just wondering what is easily available to use.

CJ
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-12-14, 07:32 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

Monday Morning Progress Report: I finished...

Monday Morning Progress Report:

I finished the exterior fiberglass on the base and started the carbon fiber layer of the lids:

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Notice the base in the background. The foam core is...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-06-14, 02:09 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

Just a quick progress report. The...

Just a quick progress report.


The fiberglass finally arrived this week. But, my wife's foot felt good enough to ride, so we have been out riding rather than building. I did manage to get the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-01-14, 07:03 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

While waiting for the fiberglass, I've started...

While waiting for the fiberglass, I've started working on the edge trim.
This is what I have so far:

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These are 3d printed parts. The top ABS piece will be epoxied on the base, and the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-29-14, 05:28 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

PK, Not a bad idea! How would you grind it? ...

PK,
Not a bad idea! How would you grind it?
CJ
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-27-14, 03:20 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

PK, I drew up the case this morning trying to...

PK,
I drew up the case this morning trying to figure out where I want to mount the hard wares.
Hope the pictures will help you see what I am planning.

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Layup is delayed...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-26-14, 05:36 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

CFB, I did test and found that there is very...

CFB,

I did test and found that there is very minimal adhesion. My solution is to completely encase these mounts in fiberglass with extra screws for insurance. Support structures to be added to...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-26-14, 12:44 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

Thanks for the tips on fasteners. I was going to...

Thanks for the tips on fasteners. I was going to save time and use rivets, but that sounds like a big mistake. I think I will probably combine the nuts and screws with epoxy for insurance.

The...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-25-14, 08:28 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

CFB, I drew up my wheel mount yesterday: ...

CFB,

I drew up my wheel mount yesterday:

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It is designed for a roller skate wheel and will be recessed into the case. I'll print it up on my 3D printer later today.

Vroom,
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-24-14, 06:56 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

Vroom, Thanks for the vote of confidence. ...

Vroom,

Thanks for the vote of confidence. This project is a series of experiments for me - I've never done it before. I do enjoy experimenting; but, I like it more with more knowledgeable and...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-24-14, 06:14 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

CFB, I think you have the advantages of a very...

CFB,
I think you have the advantages of a very sturdy case and a solid mounting point for your casters. Mounting the same wheels on my thin fiberglass/carbon fiber case would be a recipe for...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-23-14, 08:45 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

The foam cores are finished this morning. I made...

The foam cores are finished this morning. I made them using a single sheet of 3/4" insulation foam.
When I get time this weekend, I'll start layering the fiberglass.

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Once that is done,...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-22-14, 07:01 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

How many layers of glass should I use? Also,...

How many layers of glass should I use?
Also, ridges or no ridges?

CJ
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-21-14, 12:24 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

Carbonfiberboy, I looked into ordering the...

Carbonfiberboy,
I looked into ordering the casters from Grainger, but decided to use some wheels I am liberating from a set of in line skates instead. Any problem with your wheels surviving the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-18-14, 06:27 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

Ludkeh, Love to see your case picture if you...

Ludkeh,

Love to see your case picture if you have one handy. What is the dimension of that case? Even with two cases, I cannot arrange my frame well enough to leave the handle bars attached.
...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-18-14, 10:22 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

Carbonfiberboy, Very nice bike case! That...

Carbonfiberboy,

Very nice bike case! That thing looks indestructible. I am envious - your packing time must be less than 5 minutes. I also like the wheels. I can imagine my kid ridding that...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-17-14, 08:55 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,253
Posted By chojn1

DIY Tandem Travel Case

My poor wife injured her foot yesterday hitting a wayward rock on her morning run. She swore that it jumped out of no where. Now she is hopping around on crutches and barred from running or biking...
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