smasterson2
Seaman
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- Jul 27, 2016
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- 54
Nice setup. But it isn't maintenance free. I am sure everything is nice now, but if or when something does happens, and we all know that it will, be it a controller, batteries or even wiring or the motor itself, it is going to cost through the...well...you know what. And since it is being charged via an outlet, it does cost something to run. However, sounds nice and seem to be great to go like that. I am sure the initial cost was quite expensive. I say enjoy it while everything is working great. :thumb: :thumb:
Thanks. With respect to maintenance, only time will tell. I do remember my days running a printing company for over 20 years. We had a number of printing presses of various ages and one thing that stood out about their maintenance, or lack there of, was the electric motors that ran them. They were powered by 3 phase AC motors and were quite reliable. The motor used in this build is a 3 Phase AC motor that is oil cooled and completely encased. The original outdrive will still require maintenance. Electronics can be a problem sometimes, but I did not go bargain brand on the components. The major components are made in the UK and the US. Call me old fashioned, but I still thing that means something. Here are links to the major components. You may find it interesting. http://www.evwest.com/catalog/produ...ucts_id=329&osCsid=39bro3drv8hv09mmciuhbgh002
http://curtisinstruments.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=Datasheets.downloaddatasheet&prodid=612
http://hpevs.com/hpevs-ac-electric-motors-marine-use-oil-cooled-dual-ac34-ac35.htm