(ET) Etrak continuation and other users

[Rod Hower <rodhower ameritech net>]

I may be the oddball on this list, but I don't plan
on using any existing technology to make my E15 run.
I picked the Etrak because it was eaisier to convert
to electric than a gas mower.
I have an Alltrax control and don't use any of the
existing switches, pots etc. to run my mower.
I converted all of the PM mower deck mowers to
brushless DC with integrated control (because I have
this available to me at work, so it's free).
I used other materials to replace original equipment
such as the rollers on the mower deck.
Keep in mind that this activity has cost me many hours
of my time.
If I was an original user or somebody that doesn't
have the technological resources or time to do this
it would be VERY expensive.  Also, if I wanted to keep
the original equipment I would be sending my $100 to
Bill.  I appreciate all of the help on this list and
I have learned alot about mechanical things on the
mower.  I would encourage all of those that wish to
keep Bill in business to focus on somebody within the
list to keep this going.
I think the most valuable resource is the list and
the advice we gain from others experience.  Sooner or
later Bill will be retired from this business.  I
think somebody needs to dedicate their time to take
over what Bill is doing.  My only advice is to keep
this list going with good ideas and advice where to
find parts or alternatives to the original equipment.
Rod