Andrew's Crate Version 2

Owner	Andrew
Owner's Other EV	Crate
Location	Missouri United States ^map
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Vehicle	scratch built
Motor	Permanent Magnet DC 2 HP
Drivetrain	5:1 ratio #40 chain
Controller	Ford solenoid
Batteries	2, 12.00 Volt, deep cycle 95 Ah (used)
System Voltage	12 Volts
Charger	Sears 12 Volt 10 Amp
Instrumentation	voltmeter, bike speedometer
Top Speed	15 MPH (24 KPH) on flat, 22 MPH downhill
Acceleration	0 to 13 MPH in 5 seconds, flat ground
Range	6 Miles ( 9 Kilometers) achieved, approx 10 miles calculated
Seating Capacity	1 teenager
Curb Weight	150 Pounds (68 Kilograms)
Tires	16" golf cart rear wheels, 10" 4-ply tubes front casters
Conversion Time	1 week (actual time spent working on it)
Conversion Cost	$500 (but I used most of the parts from Crate)
Additional Features	Front bumpers Two headlights Rear red warning light Comfortable office chair cushions for seat Brakes work very well, leaves tire leaves a mark on the ground if brake pedal is pushed all the way down. Has a battery box for safety
I learned from my mistakes, and avoided them when I made this one. The brakes work very well; rear tire leaves a mark on the ground if the brake pedal is pushed all the way down. Also, the bike speedometer is very handy in seeing what the go kart's capabilities are.