We have several Elec-Traks. One is still mowing our lawn powered by Li
batteries from a Coda. Don't ever hit rocks with the mower blades, the shock
is transmitted by the magnetic field and knocks the PMs loose causing motor
destruction. If we could get new motors at a good price, we could have another
machine saving gas.
Phil
On Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 09:37:25 PM EDT, John McIntire via EV
<[email protected]> wrote:
I saw in a recent post to the list that Steve is using a GE Elec-Trak. I am in
the process of putting a very underused and uncared for ET back together and
would like to pick his brain. Either on list or directly thru email.
<unitycoopattutanota.com>
Thanks,
John M
"Money is like manure; it's not worth a thing unless it's spread around
encouraging young things to grow." Thornton Wilder (via Jim Hightower)
Jul 11, 2026, 10:30 PM by [email protected]:
> It is interesting how quickly the list conversations changed once commercial
> EVs became widely available. The list was very helpful to me and I was
> fortunate to meet some of the ‘legends’ during various EV meets.
>
> I did a couple small conversions and still mow with my Elec-Trak. The list
> still has value to me and I appreciate hearing the various opinions about the
> industry.
>
> -Steve
>
>> On Jul 11, 2026, at 7:28 PM, David Murphy via EV <[email protected]> wrote:
>>
>> I joined this list when I was curious about electric vehicles and was
>> researching conversions or considering modifying a kit car chassis to
>> electric. While I rarely chime in, I’ve found the list valuable.
>>
>> That said, I now own a few commercial plug in vehicles and would not likely
>> DIY an electric propulsion vehicle; yet I find the posts informative.
>>
>> I have no position to say the list should continue, but I do think it had
>> and has value.
>>
>> Cheers,
>> David
>>
>>
>>> On Sat, Jul 11, 2026 at 12:50 PM (-Phil-) via EV <[email protected]> wrote:
>>>
>>> I also enjoy the list and it's rather low bandwidth nature, I think that's
>>> a feature not a bug! David, I hope you keep it going. Feel free to ask
>>> for donations if you are footing costs.
>>>
>>> On Sat, Jul 11, 2026 at 10:27 AM H Kazemi via EV <[email protected]>
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> IMO, one of the best parts of this list is reading about the experiments,
>>>> modifications, and custom stuff that people here do. Originally that
>>>>
>>> meant
>>>
>>>> fully custom built stuff, but now it may include modifications to or
>>>> repurposing of commercial stuff.
>>>>
>>>> I really like the in-depth messages and insights that come through. I
>>>>
>>> also
>>>
>>>> like that it is not encumbered by flashy proprietary social media data
>>>> harvesting platforms. It works on any device that can handle email.
>>>>
>>>> Also it is great to hear stories from people that have a long history of
>>>> being involved in the EV space. As far as I know, this is the oldest
>>>>
>>> online
>>>
>>>> gathering place for EV enthusiasts.
>>>>
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