I'm finally back to this never-ending project of doom. Some might say the front housing run is excessive, but it ensures nothing gets pinched when folded. Admittedly, this required a tandem-length shifter and rear brake cable to pull off. At least it'll fold without binding.
I'm much more pleased with the ride position this way, even though it doesn't do anything for clearing the handlebars against the front wheel when folded. The shifter is also a pain, but I'd still have this over a gripshift.
Not sure what I'm going to do about grips. The straight section of the bars is fairly short, and I can't fit locking grips to it. Grip-shift grips are usually too short, and for some reason, I have an aversion to the idea of cutting a pair of grips if the end result appears obviously cut.
In other news, the rear hub bearings were REALLY loose. Can't imagine why - it has been a while since I rode this thing in the first place.
-Kurt