My attempt at converting a Gas Riding Mower to Electric. In this video you will see the finished product of the conversion. It uses a 44V-48V lithium battery pack from a GM/Chevy Volt as the power source.
My newer conversion is available here: https://youtu.be/mc1EOoI_tiw
John Deere Electric Conversion:
GoKart Electric Conversion:
Electric mower Build Details
1. Motor: ME-1004
https://www.evdrives.com/product_p/mot-me1004.htm
2. Contactor: SOL400 (add the suppression diode)
https://www.evdrives.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=SOL%2D400A&CartID=7
3. Wire Lugs: 0 – 2 gauge
https://www.evdrives.com/product_p/wl2g-ce.htm
4. Fuse: 400 Amp
https://www.evdrives.com/product_p/fs-ann400.htm
5. BMS: 12s 4.2v/cell
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=m570.l1313&_nkw=12s+50.4+BMS&_sacat=0&LH_TitleDesc=0&_osacat=0&_odkw=12s+BMS
6. Chevy Volt battery module:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Chevy-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Battery-Pack-Module-12s-2kWh-48v-44-4v-California/223955238217?hash=item3424c5bd49:g:WZQAAOSwVvZebVuv
7. Wire RED and BLACK: 10ft:
https://www.evdrives.com/product_p/wc2g.htm
8. Alltrax SPM-48400 DC motor controller: