I made the jigs as per Dom's plans and didn't think it was all that much trouble. It is certainly worth it to get a nicely squared up bike. My problem was the...
Hi ALL, I have now build 4 bikes all a little different. 1st one followed BenTech plans, 2nd was using 650 wheels front & rear but seat was a little high, 3rd...
does any body out ther have a kit they started and decided not to finish it.if so i would be interested in buying it. i am located in central ohio and...
Don, The 1st frame I built is available. It is power coated yellow, short wheelbase and can be set up for underseat steering. You can see photos under Biker...
Greetings I must admit first that I am not the builder of this bike - I am more comfortable with joining wood than metal! I bought this because it is my...
CAN SOMEONE TELL WHERE THE IDLER BRACKET IS SUSPOSED TO BE LOCATED ON THE SHORT WHEEL BASE? ALSO IN LOOKING AT THE PHOTOS SOME HAVE ONE IDLER AND OTHERS HAVE...
... Have you considered using low-rise bars, like those used on recreational mountain bikes? The 3-5" rise might be enough to get the bars to clear your knees....
Hi loft-clearer2008 Can we call you Lofty? I watched this bike (or one very like it) being listed three or four times on Ebay. It's not a standard Bentech in...
Hi Don. I wondered about this when I was building too. I'veexperimented with a number of different configurations and I've endedup with what you see here ...
Hello Alex, I have built two Bentechs. The one in your photo does not appear to have an adjustable boom. Mine do. It is a problem for me as I have to add...
... Hello Don, I used 2 chain idlers made from rollerblade wheels on both the Bentechs I have done. You can see the result in the photo section Johns Bike. I...
That's a nice looking bike. Congratulations, and I wish you many a carefree mile. It seems you already have a good start on that. ... Usually hardshell seats...
Thanks to all that replied :-) Phil - no you may not call me Lofty (even though I'm 6'2") - the bike is the one off eBay. John / Jim - I seem to have found a...
Good to see progress being made Alec. Yes they do seem twitchy at first. The trick seems to be to relax back in the seat and keep a light grip on the bars....
Hey guys, I'm a longtime Bentech rider and builder. Have just recently bought Burley Designs recumbent tooling and inventory and am producing the Koosah and...
Hey, I wasn't sure my previous post made it on here. I was a member of this group for awhile but have rejoined. I have two Bentechs with well over 7500 miles...
... am ... Bill, have you put together a pricelist or anything? I'm gathering parts and information in an effort to decide my next project. What details can u...
Good evening all, I'd just like to draw everyone's attention to our posting rule here. All members must have their first post moderated regardless of your ...
... No one has any of the indirect steering hardware from Burley anymore. The last of that went out to CAT in Oregon and unbelievably, they threw a lot of it...
I'm looking for some help with the welding. I had a welder/machine shop do some work about a year ago and it was sloppy. Would a muffler shop be a better way...
try looking up your local EAA chapter. Go to EAAs website and look for chapters in your area. Many are skilled oxy-acetylene welders and can do an excellant...
The EAA Chapter suggestion was good advice. For your area that would be chapter 868 and they have a website: http://www.eaa868.org/jooma/ I also found that the...
A better bet than a muffler shop would be a machining and fabrication shop, look them up in the yellow pages. They won't have the appropriate jigs to hold your...
Jim, I'm just guessing here, but I take it you are in the Kansas City area? I am in St.Louis, MO. dennis ... From: Jim To: bentechriders@yahoogroups.com Sent:...
I have found that race car builders and performance shops are the best places. They weld 4130 tubing daily and the techniques for building race cars and bikes...
... City area? I am in St.Louis, MO. ... No, I'm in New Jersey. I just like doing research and helping people out. BTW, 4130 steel does not need any kind of...
One more thing... In thinking along the lines of bicycles and people who fabricate I forgot to suggest something really basic - welding schools. It's been a...
... <SNIP> ... So, you're saying that heat-treating 4130 (at least as regards bicycle building) is unnecessary? That's a relief! I have a Schwinn Sierra with...
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