I installed one in my E-16 this spring and I’m glad I did. I wish I had
done it years ago.
It was a bit of a project to design the throttle linkage as I wanted to maintain
the stock hand throttle along with its built in reverse switching (no separate
toggle switch). I also wanted to have the same speed in reverse as I have moving
forward even though the reverse gate is so much shorter. I’m happy to
report that I achieved all my goals. The motor control is amazing!
However, there are a few things to keep in mind.
- I found that there are multiple installation diagrams out there, and
that they are not all the same. (Some specific to the E-20 but not the
same either). If the 200 is compatible you may be in better shape than i
was. Jim was helpful getting me through it though.
- You are probably looking at closer to $600 by the time you add the
throttle pot, HD contractor, and other misc items.
- Field weakening is available in the Alltrax but it is turned off by default. When its off,
the ground speed is reduced by around 35%. That may not make a difference to some but
I’m probably going to go to a 4” motor pulley (3” is std) to speed the
tractor back up again. You can program the controller to engage field weakening, but its an all
or nothing setting. Its a bit harsh when engaging, and more so when disengaging upon throttle
back. I tried it out, but immediately turned it back off. It would be nice if the Alltrax/pot
could gradually apply the weakening.
- When I installed the controller I mounted mine upside down so that I
did not have extend the high current leads.
- The controller does not seem to hold back the motor on down hills as
good as the old setup but its not bad. Just something to be aware of.
Again, I glad I did it. I’m no electrical wiz but with some time, Jim’s
help, and lots of triple checking, I had it working on the first try.
I don’t think that I can post pictures or videos of my install on the site
but I can send them to interested parties if you want.
Good luck!
Regards,
Dean A. Stuckmann
5432 County Road U
Newton, WI 53063-9624
920-901-2288
dstuck lakefield net
On Aug 25, 2016, at 12:49 PM, Jim Coate <lists freerangeelectric com>
wrote:
The E20/EGT-200 are good candidates for the conversion. I will (re)send
the installation guide and other information to you directly this evening.
On 8/23/16 10:32 PM, RAY via Elec-trak wrote:
Has anyone installed an ALTRAX electronic controller in their tractor?
i have "nursed" my EGT-200 for quite a few years, and finally I have
only two speeds left. I'd like to get a controller , but wonder how
difficult it might be to install. The Electric Tractor Store sells them
for $400 plus. I wrote and them and asked if i could purchase the
installation plan first, but got no answer.
Any help?
raymondws aol com <mailto:raymondws aol com>
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