Originally Posted by Diffused Mind™
I've managed to come across a few bmx frames, and I thought of trying to jimmy my 5 speed freewheel & derailleur onto one of them. Anyone ever done this before?
I've done this recently, 'cept I used a Nexus hub . . .
24" Redline Signature Cruiser
24" x 2.5" Maxxis Hookworms (great by the way)
Nexus Inter-4 rear hub with grip shifter
The hub came off a 4-speed Electra Hawaii Cruiser I found on Craigslist for $20. I had the original wheel rebuilt with the hub and stainless spokes. It has a coaster brake, now I need a front brake.
It's about halfway down. It's a red/white Redline with apehangers. I'm still working on dialing it in. The seat height is just right, I've finally worked out the seat position, the apehangers may go. I actually just put cork tape on them but they are a bit too high. I just picked up some taller bmx handlebars and see how those work out.
It's my commuter, I just needed something that could handle my clyde frame. This bike is the first step in no longer being a clyde. I've got about 80 lbs to go.
I'll tell you what though, that thing is a blast to ride!
GD