Len Hefner's 1967 John Deere GREEN

Owner	Len Hefner
Location	Winnsboro, South Carolina United States ^map
Vehicle	1967 John Deere I bought this tractor new and have modified over the years, larger tires lengthened frame and now switched to ELECTRIC.
Motor	unknown unknown unknown Bought on E-Bay. Running on 3 12 volt batteries. Lots of torque. 3/4" shaft and motor is about 7" in diameter and about 14" long and has brushes.
Drivetrain	Original variable drive to four speed transaxle.
Controller	I am using the original starter relay to send power to drive and I use the clutch and transmission to control my speed.
Batteries	3, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded 3 batteries in series.
System Voltage	36 Volts
Charger	haven't got a 36 volt charger yet so I am using my 12 volt to charge one at a time. UGH!
Top Speed	7 MPH (11 KPH) With the variable speed pulleys and a four speed transmission I have endless speeds.
Acceleration	Super torque.
Range	Don't know yet.
Seating Capacity	1 adult
Curb Weight	600 Pounds (272 Kilograms)
Tires	16" agricultural tires on rear.
Conversion Time	1 week
Conversion Cost	$200.00
The 10 HP gas engine was still running fine I just wanted to try this EV stuff and have enjoyed doing so.