Re: (ET) E15 with broken back. *sigh*

[David Brandt <ev_dave13 yahoo com>]

Yes, build a new frame using a couple of steel channels and a steel plate. 
 As I recall, you have a welder...

Couple advantages of this are you can make it as long as you want, and 
build it to handle whatever attachments you want.

David Brandt


--- On Wed, 9/8/10, Chris Zach <cz alembic crystel com> wrote:

> From: Chris Zach <cz alembic crystel com>
> Subject: (ET) E15 with broken back. *sigh*
> To: elec-trak cosmos phy tufts edu
> Date: Wednesday, September 8, 2010, 3:36 PM
> This morning I went out and rescued
> an E15. Sad little thing, was parked under a tarp for about
> 4-5 years after all the main parts were removed. I did get
> all the parts as well.
> 
> So I trailered it home and used my E20 to pull it into the
> yard. Not a very happy tractor; the rear battery box had
> rusted to the point of collapse, the front panels were
> rusted, the electronics had all been cut out and was in a
> jumble.
> 
> All simple stuff to fix to be honest. New box and sides can
> be installed with rivets and ease. Elec-trak wiring is
> simple and since all wires are numbered re-assembling it
> would be a snap. Welding on side fenders should not be a big
> deal.
> 
> However stepping on the rear accessory bracket mount causes
> the mount to go *down* a bit. Which means the back/frame is
> probably rusted too far.
> 
> *sigh* Any thoughts?
> 
> Chris
> 
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