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Hey EL,

See the thread Electric Riding Lawn Mower in the Electric Bikes Forum.

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Can I use an old 36 bolt golf cart controller with 24 volts of power and a 48 volt motor ? I know it sounds like a mix, and I did read the thread about controllers and do need to buy one.

Hi EL,

Depends... Yes, you can run the 48V motor at 24. You'll see about half speed and half power. And those golf car controllers come in a lot of varieties. Some of the Curtis models come in 24/36 volt versions which will run either 24 or 36 volts. Also in 36/48 volt versions. But a 36/48V probably will not run at 24 volts. I am not sure about other brands of golf car controllers or special built ones by Curtis.

Regards,

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Re: Progress Report: Electric Riding Mower Conversion

It's been about a week since I started on th Murray 10 HP rear engine riding mower that I am converting to Electric.
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I have less than $100- in the CC electric motor. I will have some maching expense but it shouldn't be bad on the wallet. !

Hi EL Escort,

Let us know how that works out for you. Mods to the one bearing GC motor could be more than you bargin for.

Regards,

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