Generator - Page 2

Merk · #11 01-29-2010, 07:31 PM

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by IAfarmer
That is a great set up. How did you determine the pulley size? Also, did you use an old mule drive to build your platform?

Great stuff!

A mule drive was used on the alternator/generator set up. The pulley is the same size as my PTO pulley. There is 2 parts to this set up. I will try to get more pictures this weekend.

austin neuschafer · #12 05-17-2010, 11:25 PM

would like to see pics also as i wanted to do something like this with my 1862. I know someone with a 4k with a dead motor. guess this is rather straitforward? other than just keeping the belts in good alignment

johncub7172 · #13 05-18-2010, 12:13 AM

I'll be go to heck! Merk, I must have one!

BThein · #14 05-18-2010, 08:36 AM

This is the one that came with my 149, I cleaned a bunch of dust and crap out of it from the barn it was sitting in.

Merk · #15 05-18-2010, 06:30 PM

Here are few closer pictures of my generator set up. There are 2 parts to my set up.One part connects to the tractor:

This part has to be connected to tractor first.

Generator part:

Both parts together:

The belt tension is set by allowing gravity to do its thing and tighten bracket between both parts.

BCDSFCRET · #16 05-18-2010, 11:53 PM

Here is one thing to look at. If you buy a generator you will increase your cylinder index. Your cylinder index should equal your age.
To count your cylinder index add up all of your internal combustion engines and count the number of cylinders they all have. You can count any engines that you have not running but have a intent for them some day.
Have Fun.,

ol'George · #17 05-19-2010, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by BCDSFCRET

Here is one thing to look at. If you buy a generator you will increase your cylinder index. Your cylinder index should equal your age.
To count your cylinder index add up all of your internal combustion engines and count the number of cylinders they all have. You can count any engines that you have not running but have a intent for them some day.
Have Fun.,

Oh thats a good one,
I laughed till I started counting-----
It's then I discovered,give or take a couple,I'm right on target Ha,LOL!

johncub7172 · #18 05-19-2010, 09:36 AM

Guess I can make it the old hard way. A Chevy altenator, a huge Cat dozer battery, and of course a inverter should have no problem powering a fridge for a bit should the power go out. I used this system for years up in the Rockies of Montana. So if I have to scramble......

Battlewagon · #19 05-19-2010, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by BCDSFCRET

Here is one thing to look at. If you buy a generator you will increase your cylinder index. Your cylinder index should equal your age.
To count your cylinder index add up all of your internal combustion engines and count the number of cylinders they all have. You can count any engines that you have not running but have a intent for them some day.
Have Fun.,

Ooops, I only have 31 cylinders, I need 9 more. Time to start looking.

Amigatec · #20 05-19-2010, 10:45 PM

The rule of thumb on generators is the kw equals half the hp of the motor. So a 12 hp will have enough HP to run a 6kw generator. But a 12 hp on a 5kw would be better.

Another difference between a generator and a alternator, is in a generator the part that spins produces the electricity and on an alternator the part that doesn't spin produces the electricity. Also Generator need to be polarized to work were an alternator need an input voltage to work. Most gasoline powered AC generators i have seen use a small DC generator armature in the end to provide the electricity to energize the Alternator wiring in the AC part of the generator.