Just wondering

**So I was just wondering if i could take'this frame'
(http://www.unicycle.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=662) and use it to
replace the frame on 'this unicycle.'
(http://www.unicycle.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=765)

I know that bearing sizes and seatpost diameter matter but I wasn't
sure about all that. I just want to "lighten up" my 24"er. I don't have
enough money to get a full KH 24", but I really need to upgrade it b/c
it's getting harder and harder to do trials on it.

It's just a quick question that I need help with because I don't want
to order a frame and when I try and fit all the parts together I'm not
all like, "Well....damn."


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yes
You will need 'these ' (http://tinyurl.com/2esw2o)spacers. Or you can
make your own by putting aluminum tape (local hardware store) on the
bearings to get them up to 42 mm.

I've heard the weight won't make a big difference for trials. W/ my
diminutive skills I noticed on the one I tried was it's a teeny bit
easier to maintain momentum up hills, and to push/carry up if on foot.

When I break the frame on my '06 DX I think I'll replace it w/ a nimbus
and use it for commuting/street/trials.

More $ for a full KH.


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And if you want a KH 24, read this thread
http://www.unicyclist.com/forums/showthread.php?t=60873
It would be better to buy a whole KH and sell your torker, or at
least much cheaper. You have to figure shipping costs etc.
I doubt, if you are unhappy with your torker, you will be happy until
you have a complete KH or Koxx. Building one piece by piece will cost
you a lot more. Just enjoy the ride you have , and then buy a new uni
when you are ready.


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First of all, order your frame from Bedford if you're gonna. It's
cheaper.

Second, get the 2007, not the 2005. It's better.

Third, I say go for it, if you got the money and the want. It's a
better, lighter frame - a good upgrade.


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Alright thanks for all the advice and Hopefully I can order one soon.


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I had bad luck with the bearing adapter sleeves.

Adapted my Nimbus muni cotterless wheel to the KH frame with the
bearing sleeves. The bearing caps had a gap between the cap and the
frame. So tightening the caps would compressed the bearing. Leaving
the cap screws loose enough to not compress the bearings, and the wheel
would tilt and rub the frame with heavy pedaling up hills. I had a 3"
wide tire.

I then upgraded to the KH wheel made for the KH frame, the bearings fit
like a glove. The caps could be tightened to the frame, no gap, the
bearings are not compressed, and are held securely.

So I think the adapters don't work out as well as the correct bearing
size.


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