[SEL] Governor for Chevy 350 engine?

[Dave Mayfield]

Rick that should work fine. Many larger generators start the power plant in
this way. Sure worth a try.

J. Dave Mayfield
www.w9wrl.com
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From: <Todengine at aol.com>
To: <sel at lists.stationary-engine.com>
Sent: Monday, November 29, 2004 5:17 PM
Subject: Re: [SEL] Governor for Chevy 350 engine?


> I checked the DC motor today and the nameplate RPM rating is 500-1200.  So
> from this info. I would ascertain that driving the motor at 1200 would
produce
> 250 volts and from posts on this list I've determined that about 2400
would be
> a good speed for the V8 engine.  I can obtain a 2 to 1 ratio reduction
gearbox
> without much problem, but I was wondering about direct connecting the
motor,
> gearbox and generator together.  Basically I don't believe a standard
starter
> motor would turn the whole mass over fast enough for the motor to start.
>
> But why not just run DC voltage through the generator (which is in fact a
> motor) and use that to start the gas motor. Might work!
>
> Rick Rowlands
> Executive Director
> Tod Steam Engine Historic Landmark
> William Tod 34" x 68" x 60" Cross Compound Steam Engine
> Youngstown, OH
> www.todengine.org
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