rawly old
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Thx Andy,
I have since built a second trailer that is lighter & more utilitarian.
Though I really like a 3 spd. hub on a motored bike, the GX35 was not
quite strong enough to suit me. Being old, fat, and 6'4" with a trailer,
I've gone to a Tanaka Pf4000,(actually 4210). Though it has only 5
more ccs than the GX35, it produces 70% more power. I've been thru
a lot of engines, and I will say categorically this would be my best choice
for long distance touring. It was first 2 stroke rated both EPA...& CARB
approved. They have a 2 yr commercial and 7 yr private use warranty.
They're pricy, but well worth it. THe GX35 is a great little engine; I love
mine for around town. It's a tabby cat; the Tanaka is a lynx. Here's some
pics of the current setup. The trailer doubles as a hand cart and, with
the tub removed it'll haul a kayak.
Oops! Didn't load the right 2nd pic, and can't seem to dump this'n. Anyway
you can compare the new rig,(top) to the old.
The new is friction instead of belt on a Raleigh technium mtn. bike. It
has better brakes, (the main consideration) and a wider range of gears.
I have since built a second trailer that is lighter & more utilitarian.
Though I really like a 3 spd. hub on a motored bike, the GX35 was not
quite strong enough to suit me. Being old, fat, and 6'4" with a trailer,
I've gone to a Tanaka Pf4000,(actually 4210). Though it has only 5
more ccs than the GX35, it produces 70% more power. I've been thru
a lot of engines, and I will say categorically this would be my best choice
for long distance touring. It was first 2 stroke rated both EPA...& CARB
approved. They have a 2 yr commercial and 7 yr private use warranty.
They're pricy, but well worth it. THe GX35 is a great little engine; I love
mine for around town. It's a tabby cat; the Tanaka is a lynx. Here's some
pics of the current setup. The trailer doubles as a hand cart and, with
the tub removed it'll haul a kayak.
Oops! Didn't load the right 2nd pic, and can't seem to dump this'n. Anyway
you can compare the new rig,(top) to the old.
The new is friction instead of belt on a Raleigh technium mtn. bike. It
has better brakes, (the main consideration) and a wider range of gears.
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