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Converting SS to internal geared hub, hub help?

Hi All,

So I have a single speed bike, horizontal dropouts, 120mm rear spacing. I also have wheels with 32 spoke holes.

I'd like to convert this bike to a multiple speed bike with an internally geared hub. The limitations are mainly the 32 spoke wheel and the 120mm spacing. Also I'd like to spend less than $200 on the hub.

In theory, hubs like this exist but I can't find any that I can actually order online. I was originally thinking I'd like to go 5 speed, but basically I'll take anything from 3 speed to 8 speed that would work.

Sturmey-Archer makes an X-RF8 with 120mm width and 32 spoke holes, but the only ones I can find online are 130mm and 36 holes. Argh.

So, anyone have any ideas? Or any reliable sources where I could order a hub like this?

Thanks in advance!

edit: also, no coaster brakes or disc brakes, pls!
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