[RE-wrenches] Converting a old Troybuilt Roto tiller

[Ray]

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.
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