I recall seeing something like that in an old Home Power magazine
article. I've done a few odd ball conversions, and that seems like a
good one to play with. Its not a "daily driver", not going long
distances or long hours, weight isn't a huge issue, and so lead acid
batteries might not be out of the question. Constant speed too, so you
might not need a super PWM controller. I'd consider something in the 12
to 24 v range, and just go old school with a heavy duty knife switch or
over sized relay. If you start it with the tines in the air, it
shouldn't have a big starting surge.
Or you could go 21st century, with 48v, Li+ PWM controller, etc....
Another option to consider is using existing Li+ battery packs, like
Ryobi's 40 v lawn mower packs.....
Ray Walters
Remote Solar
303 505-8760
On 3/26/21 5:32 PM, Dana Orzel wrote:
Hey All wise ones,
I have an old B&S gas powered Troy Built Roto tiller that the safety
switches are years past available. I would like to convert this
monster to electric drive.
Any suggestions or anyone know of someone who has done this?
I hate to reinvent the wheel if someone has this idea dialed in or a
kit? I just want to get it done.
Thanks in advance & if this is an off the topic thing please reply
off the list.
Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc.
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