General Category => Wheels & Tires => Topic started by: WillH on February 16, 2014, 10:27:43 AM

Title: Worksman wheels
Post by: WillH on February 16, 2014, 10:27:43 AM

Will the drum brake front wheel work on the rear if I use the belt drive. I don't need the freewheel threads or the extra expense. Also it looks like the front wheel is more readily available. I am concerned about the width and off-set. Anyone done this? Thanks so much.

Will

Title: Re: Worksman wheels
Post by: Ricks on February 16, 2014, 10:56:01 AM

I would think this would work.  You will need to fabricate a new brake rod, but I don't see any big issues that would need to be overcome.

Title: Re: Worksman wheels
Post by: illMATTic on February 19, 2014, 06:20:30 PM

Check out my thread on upgrading the worksman drum axle to 12mm. It is pretty easy and parts are readily available.

Title: Re: Worksman wheels
Post by: Bruce on February 20, 2014, 06:51:51 AM

which thread is it on illmatic? im not finding it  :'(

Title: Re: Worksman wheels
Post by: illMATTic on February 20, 2014, 07:11:07 AM

Sorry it was in my main thread here http://www.simplexservi-cycle.com/index.php?topic=669.0 (http://www.simplexservi-cycle.com/index.php?topic=669.0)

Half way down on the first page.

I purchased the axle, bearings, and shims at www.treatland.tv (http://www.treatland.tv) They are a moped parts store. Many older mopeds use the same style of brake drum as the worksman.

Title: Re: Worksman wheels
Post by: Bruce on February 20, 2014, 10:28:43 AM

thanks Ill ;D