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Idler pulley

By Caeli Grigsby · 14/04/2026

A customer came to us with a broken idler pulley from a retro mountain bike. The original part was no longer in production, and finding a replacement meant digging through second-hand spares with no guarantee it would fit or last. We reverse engineered the damaged pulley, focusing on the details tha…

Throttle Cable Holder for Custom Rocker Cover

By Caeli Grigsby · 9/10/2025

Designed for a custom rocker cover setup, the part keeps the throttle cable fixed and aligned for consistent actuation. The geometry is simple but critical. Secure clamping, accurate positioning, and repeatable fitment. Printed in polycarbonate (PC) for: Heat resistance in engine bay conditions Hi…