Jonathan Edward's Grass Handler Riding Mower

Owner	Jonathan Edward
Location	Mount Juliet, Tennessee United States ^map
Vehicle	MTD Grass Handler Riding Mower
Motor	Unite Motor Permanent Magnet DC
Drivetrain	Electric scooter motor chain driving the factory 5 speed transmission
Controller	none
Batteries	2 2 Northstar 12.00 volt , 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Gel
System Voltage	24 Volts
Charger	ASCO 431 24 volt charger
Heater	solar in the summer, cools real well in the winter
Instrumentation	multimeter
Top Speed	1 MPH ( 1 KPH) estimated speed
Acceleration	instant
Range	5 Miles ( 8 Kilometers) With occasional use on weekends, will go for several months! This is due to extremely small motor, and low weight.
Watt Hours/Mile	336 Wh/Mile
Seating Capacity	1 adult
Curb Weight	170 Pounds (77 Kilograms) estimated, probably less.
Tires	regular mower tires
Conversion Time	1 year, on and off so far
Conversion Cost	$110 so far
Additional Features	working headlight
1/17/2010 I have just got the mower moving under its own power with the gel cells and test drove it. It runs great! 9/30/10 Just re-painted in original yellow. Plan to convert to belt drive because chain refuses to stay on. Will post new pictures soon. 12/22/10 Discovered problem with chain drive is that chain has not been used enough for all links to move correctly. I will drop rear end and soak chain in oil when it warms up. Mower is currently being stored on blocks, tarped beneath overhang/mini carport attached to our shed. Still have not had a chance to take new pictures.

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