I am using a starter to reverse my motorcycle and sidecar. I purchased a 12 volt dc Toyota Tercel motor starter that draws a maximum of 130-150 amps when starting an engine. A sticker on the starter states: “Starter motor requires at least 45 amps at 11 volts at solenoid to operate properly”. Nonetheless, I have also purchased a 770CCA 12v battery and 100amp relay.
Does anyone know of an adjustable (screw/knob) controller to control the rate of speed so that the wheel does not spin or turn to fast. Please let me know if you have anything that I may be able to purchase.
I think your on the wrong list.
ooops ! sorry ,i didnt read the whole thing about the reverse motor setup..again I'm sorry my bad...
Would it be easier to just find a larger diameter flywheel? Just a thought.
I googled dc motor controller and came up with this. It's a kit for $25.00 bucks. Not enough current bt they tell you how to get more.
http://electronickits.com/kit/complete/motor/ck1400.htm
I paid $100.00 bucks for one I put in a litte car I use for a wheelchair. You might be better off if you could figger out a way to gear it down.
Ben
I purchased a 12v 275amp Curtis Contoller with a potentiometer/potbox. This enable me to fine tune and control the speed of the motor. I have not put it together yet, but was told my Curtis that it will work. I will let you know. Thanks again for all your replies.
You've probably allready thought of this but just in case.... You'll have to seperate the power from the solenoid & starter motor. The solenoid needs the full 12 volts.
You and I understand the complex nature of this and maybe a few others. I have attached a link detailing what I will be doing for my wiring. As you will see, it is a little intense, but will be done correctly. Once I finish this project, I will be posting photos online.
http://www.sidecar.com/megabbs/profile-upload/retrieve-image.asp?uid=2600&type=photo
You and I understand the complex nature of this and maybe a few others. I have attached a link detailing what I will be doing for my wiring. As you will see, it is a little intense, but will be done correctly. Once I finish this project, I will be posting photos online.
http://www.sidecar.com/megabbs/profile-upload/retrieve-image.asp?uid=2600&type=photo
Now, if you can just grasp the simple nature of posting to a thread like myself and perhaps a few others, you'll get it right. LOL
Lonnie
