(ET) Another idea for an AC source

[Christopher Zach <czach computer org>]

Anyone thought about just running a 1hp or so AC motor belted to the 
main drive motor for a simple 120 volt inverter? One could create the 
field current by using 200mfd or so of motor run (not start) capacitors 
across the motor.

I'm thinking along the lines of putting an AC motor in series with the 
main drive motor using an extra long belt off one of the pulleys, then 
engaging the capacitors (and thus the 120 volts) with a switch. Put a 
GFCI type outlet on the frame, leave it in cruise control, and you have 
120 volts with as much power as you can fit under the floorboards. No 
switch, motor freewheels and no current is produced=no drag.

Thoughts?
Chris