John Deere original add8 months agomany hours after  later...1many hours after...2
OwnerJean Gravel
LocationSherbrooke, Quebec Canada map
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Vehicle1972 John Deere Electric 90
OEM electric
Motor Permanent Magnet DC
Traction peak HP= 2.70
Mower (2) peak HP= 1.40
Controller
Two solenoids
Batteries3, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded
Old car batteries for the moment enough to do the job, waiting to rebuilt the charger
System Voltage36 Volts
Charger 36 volts
Integrated ferro resonant type with 12 hours mechanical timer
Heatercould be useful during winter time....
DC/DC Converter None
Instrumentationfeeling the batteries need replacement....
Top Speed4 MPH ( 6 KPH)
on 3rd gear according to service manual but to fast to mow using second gear at 2.8 mph, 1st gear 1.4 mph and reverse gear 2.1 mph
Accelerationburn rubber...
Range30 minutes with old batteries
Watt Hours/Milehum..
Seating Capacity1 adult
Curb Weight475 Pounds (215 Kilograms)
according to service manual
TiresTurf saver
Front 11X4.00-5,2PLY
Rear 16.00 X 6.50-8 2PLY
Conversion Time8 month on and off during winter weekend
Conversion CostAround 1200$ including new batteries Paid 50$ for the tractor
Additional FeaturesComplete rebuild, every single part was blast to bare metal, prime and painted with 2 coat. Spend most of my time on body/mechanical repairs rather than electric. Two solenoids activate the motors. One for traction and two for the mowers. Quiet and fun to ride.

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