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Introduction
Confused1:
Hello, I am a new member to the Forum, So thought it polite to put down a few words to introduce myself.
I am the proud owner of sinclairs Zeta I & Zeta II (though not too proud as both are woefully underpowered, & under engineered - In my opinion) I have also recently acquired a Zike aswell.
I have for many years had an interest in EV anf have hobbied with modifying & scratch building electric bikes, go karts, quad bikes, & electric motors - All somewhat basic using salvaged parts & lacking finesse (predominately lacking electronic speed control in favour of switches & big relays.
Now having a Zike (albeit one needing some work) has spurred me on to want a C5 more than ever (though having the space to work through one is a limitation). Getting a good Bodyshell / chassis (though would probably remake the chassis appeals to me & then fitting my own custom running gear (chain drive with modern technology non original motor, & aftermarket speed controller etc.
I hope the concept of marrying Sir Clives' concept & design with my own ideas isn't considered sacrilege in an effort to produce something partially bespoked, fast & reliable.
Anyway thats my introduction, I have learned a great deal in a short time by reading through older posts so I hope that when I take the plunge & start a C5 project I am equipped with just enough education to get me through.
Lancealot:
Hi and welcome to the forum. We are here to help, post some photos of your zike.
Lance
Confused1:
Hi thanks for your welcome.
The Zike is currently in bits in its own basket - I started working through it to discover it needs a control board (only discovered after replacing the blade fuse in the bottom bracket, which means a fully dismantling)
But gives me a chance to get everything immaculate so should be a really good Looking Zike when it goes back together. Assuming I can manage to find a replacement board.... so any leads on a replacement board would be appreciated.
Thankyou
Lancealot:
Hi still show photos of the various stages - we like those type.
Lance
KarlG:
Another one to welcome you to the band.
I shouldn't worry about modding a c5 as being sacrilege, if it is there will be quite a few of members here who will be burned at the stake, including myself. :o :o
Keep us informed about ideas and mods, maybe I can purloin one or two of them. 8)
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