Thanks for the info. I found a 11-34 freewheel and had it installed.
I also installed a smaller chainring. 18 I think. I now have 4
chainwheels, but I'm having trouble getting the front derailleur
adjusted. After I get it all together I'll report back.

On Thu, Jan 15, 2009 at 6:57 AM, john.orr51 <john@...> wrote:
> Just found this group. Dont know if you solved your problem but yes I
> have the megarange 11-34 and it helped. At least one is on ebay today.
> I also changed my tires for a steeper gearing. I am running Kenda
> Flame 3X20 on the rear and it has made a difference in speed a
> comfort; With three herniated discs it has made the bumps much less
> noticeable. Also gained speed and control.
> --- In ez3usx@yahoogroups.com, "Dennis W Wright" <denniswwright@...>
> wrote:
>>
>> --- In ez3usx@yahoogroups.com, "jasple" <jasple@> wrote:
>> >
>> > I've gotten mine up to the upper 30 range also and it is also quite
>> > stable. My USX-3 has never scared me yet.
>> >
>> > --- In ez3usx@yahoogroups.com, "larry" <larrygeiger@> wrote:
>> > >
>> > > i got mine up to 38 miles an hour going downhill and it seemed to
>> > ride
>> > > fine to me
>> > >
>> >
>> Good to hear that I should have no trouble with downhill speed. I
>> have a new USX to pick up this Sat. However I'm concerned that the
>> gear range isn't low enough. I would like to lower to at least 11
>> gear inches, which requires a new freewheel and at least a 20 tooth
>> chainring.
>>
>> Has any one made these modifications?
>>
>> The dealer indicates a megarange freewheel (11-34) is not available
>> nor has he been able to find a smaller chainring.
>>
>> Thanks
>>
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