Bicycle Conversion using a 10,000 Watt Car Alternator

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  • @davidmerrick467
    @davidmerrick467 2 ปีที่แล้ว +405

    I'm a 70 year old american and I love watching you guys!!!! You are so smart it baffles the mind. I used to race cars so I know what it takes to make projects like these-thanks for sharing and inspiring!

    • @Drfine22
      @Drfine22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Me too sir ❤️

    • @abbottsplace8080
      @abbottsplace8080 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      You got that right friend. They are smart!

    • @JAMESYBOY.
      @JAMESYBOY. ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ​@@raicheltillen8013 tf did you just say. You talk about my momma

    • @yousufali50506
      @yousufali50506 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      দাম কতো, কি ভাবে পাওয়া যাবে।

    • @sfantuchiroasca914
      @sfantuchiroasca914 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      are you serious??? that simple things baffles your mind?? 🤣🤣🤣

  • @AethericEchoes
    @AethericEchoes 3 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    I've avoided getting an electric bike for years because nobody made one with the power and range I wanted. You just built the one I've been looking for.

    • @sebastiandimeglio1994
      @sebastiandimeglio1994 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Surron x

    • @kght222
      @kght222 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      his numbers are trash, if you put 10,000 watts through the cable he uses to connect the motor it would light up like a candle.

    • @falsedragon33
      @falsedragon33 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What you want isnt going to happen. Even if you have the third world make a video lying about 10kw of power. Jesus, people. Don't be so fucking stupid.

    • @blackterminal
      @blackterminal 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@kght222 no light needed in the evening then

    • @AethericEchoes
      @AethericEchoes 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@falsedragon33 Well that's a bit rude. It must be stressful having your encyclopedic brain.
      But it most certainly is going to happen. There are already electric motorcycles with excellent power and range. And Tesla is working on an electric semi truck. That's a heck of a lot harder than doubling the range of a bicycle. Be patient. It's coming.

  • @JimmyM1
    @JimmyM1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +187

    Dude! That's a 60mph pedal bike home built. Great job. I'm impressed I love projects like this.

    • @carterwidmor7057
      @carterwidmor7057 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      60-70 kmph * roughly 40-45 mph not bad still

    • @zazarays
      @zazarays 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@carterwidmor7057 He said it had more left. 88 kph or something. 1.21 gigawatts

    • @khurshidmalik4117
      @khurshidmalik4117 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@elvismorales7741where you are doing such a excellent job I want my bike to convert I am living in garden city Behria rawalpindi pak istan

    • @ammarrafique7401
      @ammarrafique7401 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      ​@@zazarays you want to power a whole city with your 1.21 gigawatt?

    • @watchfullbird6381
      @watchfullbird6381 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@carterwidmor7057 Not bad until you realize they claim it's 10,000W and a 1,500W can do similar speeds.

  • @winfordnettles3292
    @winfordnettles3292 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I am looking at building a three wheeled version of this electric powered bike for around the neighborhood cruising. I found the video quite inspiring and appreciate you posting it. Keep up the good work. It is inventors and innovators that keep out world turning!

  • @patrickregan7163
    @patrickregan7163 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    You guys have some skills. Machining, welding, and even building your own batteries. My hat is off to you.

  • @daphneblake7889
    @daphneblake7889 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    Your instability is due to the battery placement being mostly rearward. It should be redistributed to be closer to the center of gravity for greater stability

    • @cementhapavery
      @cementhapavery 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Yes. I have a pushbike with a cantilevered basket mounted on the rear rack. When this is full of groceries or whatever the front wheel becomes unstable. Dangerous - too much weight in the wrong place.

    • @BTW...
      @BTW... 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      His stability issue is solved by NOT GOING THAT FAST.
      The stability is directly related to survive-ability. There is no question about stopping.
      It's gunna happen in a planned or unplanned way... but at 70km/h. 🤯
      The motor is always gear engaged to wheel, unless it falls off. I seriously question the design integrity of that motor mount, the welds, and it's ability to resist torque forces, especially doing the death wobbles.
      But, what a sight to behold... dragging the motor along by the cables... at even 40km/h let alone 70 😆
      Yeah, mass distribution... having a lower CG would always help more so than forward aft location.
      Moving the battery box so it isn't rubbing on the driven wheel... would be a good idea.

  • @elomuskreal
    @elomuskreal ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Not gonna lie i thought this was a fake video, but when i did my research i found out that alternators, in fact, can be used as motors, Great work, i'm gonna do this when i get one on my hands

    • @zetsaito9643
      @zetsaito9643 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      whats your progress now

    • @nikostalk5730
      @nikostalk5730 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      motors can be used as alternators and vice versa, but there is some problems related to it.
      That's whe some guys decided to make a dedicated motor for wheels

  • @mauinka123
    @mauinka123 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I can only say what everybody else who's saying you guy's took it to the next level. Bless you Brothers from the Hawaiian Island.

  • @ziawatchtv
    @ziawatchtv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    great design/execution to pull it all together. Love your re-purposing of materials.

    • @murraylowe8677
      @murraylowe8677 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Would like to see this conversion put into a small car to have control over torquing of frame to allow higher speeds safely.

  • @jaiprakashn9686
    @jaiprakashn9686 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    DIY King, Good day, This is the 2nd video on Alternator conversion of you Demo's & your sincere efforts, your try to find out is 100 % correct, trial & errors always in the game, keep it up, good luck.👍🏿

  • @MrBilldo426
    @MrBilldo426 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    I love the fact that you went through the trouble of making your own battery pack. It’s a detail many would have not done.👍

    • @MrKongatthegates
      @MrKongatthegates 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Imagine a manufactured battery half the weight

  • @uswegemwamakula6101
    @uswegemwamakula6101 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    You guys are real creative,the world need people like you.thinkers and innovators.much love from Tanzania

    • @DrBuddah
      @DrBuddah 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      HAHA THE MOTOR ALMOST FRIED LMAO

  • @MagicHandDrawingandElse
    @MagicHandDrawingandElse 3 ปีที่แล้ว +468

    Life should be as easy and simple like this guys, reusing everything that normally will end in our landfill is a great accomplish. Thank you.

    • @bobwilkinson5623
      @bobwilkinson5623 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hop up n NJ&j,

    • @clementbell
      @clementbell 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Regenerating without zero percent wast is better

    • @ricardosoaresdesouza9866
      @ricardosoaresdesouza9866 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Super

    • @clementbell
      @clementbell 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @Philly Unrau we need r cornered, better we have to rethink Our lifestyle, Atlease for next 10 years. Other wise our next Generation will suffering a lot. Please, take care

    • @marcfalsetta8146
      @marcfalsetta8146 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      SPeed is what

  • @galactic_kiwi
    @galactic_kiwi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I managed to get a much more usable result with my e-bike conversion. It will comfortably ride at 80 kmh+ without any wobbles. The only downside is the motor will overheat within a few minutes at that kind of power level. I mostly use it up to 60 kmh and it will beat cars at the lights easily.

  • @DaroffApFire
    @DaroffApFire 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Making it gear driven is absolutely wild. If I were you I'd space the alternator back and put on a toothed belt to drive it. This was an awesome build!

  • @davenelson4154
    @davenelson4154 2 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    You guys rock!!! No truly as a fabricator mechanic I like your work very clean strong and precise with limited tools!! Super smart!!! Love to see more!!!

    • @SpatialGuy77
      @SpatialGuy77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They do do a remarkable job with limited tools, but precise??? Let’s say reasonably accurate considering…They might have less tools soon (fingers/hands/eyes/head!) if they don’t learn to clamp what they drill, 😂 or at least shove a screwdriver in the base slot to stop the job spinning 🌪🩸😜🤟🚑🦯 🤣

  • @vanguard9067
    @vanguard9067 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I think the project represents thinking out of the box, maybe out of the entire workshop, and it looks like you guys have a lot of fun doing them. That is the best part of your videos. Thanks a bunch.

  • @ProAutist101
    @ProAutist101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Love it, i also can see that the bike test was loved as well, great project and great potential for grander projects. But the key lesson here is the amount of upscaling reclaiming and repurposing that has gone into the project so far.

    • @dylanrampage9360
      @dylanrampage9360 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      In theory I dunno I've always wondered this, couldn't you add a 2nd alternator to it that recharges the the battery that powers the first one.

  • @jean-jean6257
    @jean-jean6257 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It is the weight of the alternator on one side of the axle that makes you ride. It would be necessary to put an object of volume and equivalent weight on the other side so that it could roll normally. It will even be much more stable than before!

    • @BTW...
      @BTW... 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      don't go that fast.

  • @tbone834
    @tbone834 2 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    It looks like soo much fun working with you guys. I wish I could spend a day inventing/building with you. Thank you for sharing 😊

  • @nooway1506
    @nooway1506 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Nice to see something on the road and working...most of my ideas don't make it off the notebook page. Good to see your generation with a full understanding of what it takes to bring a project to fruition. Excellent.

  • @kosmopolita1
    @kosmopolita1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Bravo! You guys will go far, just keep thinking and keep things open source!

  • @jsdraven
    @jsdraven ปีที่แล้ว

    Shout out from California. You guys are amazing. How you say everything correctly is making my eye twitch lol. Keep up the awesome work guys!

  • @superameen91
    @superameen91 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is absolutley amazing, converting a bicyle to an electric bike witha a car alternator this is just mind blowing you are such a talented person, hope to see more improved version of this project, keep it up

  • @yassermasood3423
    @yassermasood3423 3 ปีที่แล้ว +291

    great job guys specially making a brush-less motor. you should start a business to convert bicycle into electric cycles. Well done boys keep up.

    • @chayton4003
      @chayton4003 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@hustlaz2k brother no... is brushless motour

    • @MrDavidelliottjr
      @MrDavidelliottjr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@hustlaz2k its a permanent magnet alt

    • @precisionguesswork5394
      @precisionguesswork5394 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@hustlaz2k 0:12, it's brushless

    • @ManiacInTheShed
      @ManiacInTheShed 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@hustlaz2k Its converted to a brushless motor

    • @isaacmadhavan
      @isaacmadhavan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@hustlaz2k Well, at the beginning of the video itself, they stated that they converted that alternator into a brushless motor. They even provided a link to their video of that process.

  • @NorthWalesAutomotive
    @NorthWalesAutomotive 3 ปีที่แล้ว +307

    Well done for your brilliant effort. May I suggest a couple of things.
    I would look at mounting the alternator by the pedal area and using a belt drive or similar to the rear wheel therefore giving you a more centralised mass.
    Following on from that, the battery pack would be much better slung under the main frame spar and would help with stability for your bike and reduce the speed wobbles experienced.
    Your efforts are nothing short of inspiring and you guys should be very proud of yourselves, just centralize and lower your overall mass for a much better handling bike. Front forks would also be worth changing to damped forks instead of rigid.
    Subbed, and sending you best wishes.

    • @tonybino01
      @tonybino01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Bro, just do your own video.

    • @roadkill6026
      @roadkill6026 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yea was thinking ok but use a belt?

    • @rodgerroelf6986
      @rodgerroelf6986 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Same thing went through my mind...and also mabe bigger size bicycle

    • @NickYack
      @NickYack 2 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      @@tonybino01 Comments like this help people who might want to try it out themselves

    • @mdfire1
      @mdfire1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Great Idea on transmitting power! Belt much easier!

  • @notefiveplus8258
    @notefiveplus8258 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That greenery and clean roads, where in Karachi were you guys testing? Near airport? Can't think of any other place in Karachi with so many trees and clean and paved roads..

  • @Stevo736
    @Stevo736 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    You guys really know your stuff that bike is amazing with that set up and the range it has if great. Will definitely watch how you converted the Alternator as I came across this by chance.👍

  • @Thomas1000RR
    @Thomas1000RR 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Awesome 😎 i think the wobbling you mentioned is due to improper weight distribution. The alternator and the battery is on the rear wheel. Also, the rider sits closer to the rear than front. You should aim for a weight distribution of 50% for each wheel.

    • @TheEngrAsad
      @TheEngrAsad 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The problem is with the structural integrity of this bike. The power to body ratio does not match. This bike has a threshold speed limit above which it started to experience the wobble of death. Happens with the conventional motorbikes too.

    • @jamesblair3036
      @jamesblair3036 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheEngrAsad Could be the centrifugal force on the spoked wheel at high speed pulling it out of shape. That's what causes speed wobbles in motorcycles

    • @Thomas-lt3fl
      @Thomas-lt3fl 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hahahaha!!!! No the wobble from shaking the handle bar with his arms..😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @MrPizzaman09
    @MrPizzaman09 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I bet the looped small wire you used to connect the cells in the battery get pretty hot under 30+ amps of continuous load, unless you have multiple sets of cells in parallel. Nice build!

    • @WestHaddnin
      @WestHaddnin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It is in parallel he says it 7:58

  • @xuaalbito8303
    @xuaalbito8303 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    i loved how you used alternator instead of buying expensive hub drives

  • @ron1martens
    @ron1martens 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    At around 11 minutes. Says it all. The smile is an indication this thing kicks some arse.
    Well done.

    • @DIYKingSaM
      @DIYKingSaM  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Indeed,thanks for appreciation.

  • @popstar9939
    @popstar9939 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Modify the sterring stem ,add caster. Adjust rake and trail angle. For stability
    Or build a new frame.
    Keep the position of battery more towards front wheel for more cog

    • @JediWitness2
      @JediWitness2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Correct on the battery placement. That's why when I bought my conversion kit for my bike with the hub motor, I bought a battery that I could mount in the middle of the bike to offset the 25lbs of the motor in the rear.
      Putting the heavy battery in the back would stress the frame to much when making sharper turns. When I make turns now it feels normal other than the extra weight on the bike but it's balanced well. I read that others noticed problems with to much weight in the rear.

  • @seanjohnson7508
    @seanjohnson7508 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    That is excellent innovation, craftsmanship and great team work father and son...just wonderful to see..thanks guys...

    • @derekmaxwell8164
      @derekmaxwell8164 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      But thats way too much power for a little bike 10000 watts is 15hp. Thats got to run around 90mph

  • @ronalddonaghe3674
    @ronalddonaghe3674 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You're hired! I hope you turn these bike conversions into a factory for them. You can obviously make the frame structure that you need to hold the weight. I just recently entered the ebike world. I have a very cheap, but apparently reliable step over ebike and am waiting on a more expensive step thru ebike. I've yet to ride either of them. I am 76 and will need the step thru to start riding. I Iive in a hilly city and I'm looking forward to driving the back roads of this town. 💚 go green!

  • @markhammett7862
    @markhammett7862 2 ปีที่แล้ว +172

    I love watching the things you guys build. Very smart and great engineering. Keep up the great work.

    • @hurstonnestine7665
      @hurstonnestine7665 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank u anything u need am at your dispo

    • @Jacqueline_nonya
      @Jacqueline_nonya 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ebike enthusiast and MechE here. I clicked this just to see a freaking terrible idea come to fruition.

    • @joeswartzack2350
      @joeswartzack2350 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just...wow. Great stuff.

    • @rainbowcollection3447
      @rainbowcollection3447 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ok

    • @gattaca5911
      @gattaca5911 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Seek Him with all your heart and you will find Him gfy:
      Deuteronomy 22 -
      28 If a man happens to meet a virgin who is not pledged to be married and rapes her and they are discovered, 29 he shall pay her father fifty shekels[c] of silver. He must marry the young woman, for he has violated her. He can never divorce her as long as he lives.

  • @craigwinkley1254
    @craigwinkley1254 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Great job guys you guys are very talented I am an electrician and also an inventor and engineer I love your concept and what you have done I believe you have a very marketable item and I believe you should apply for a patent to what you have done to protect your work if you have not already done so!

    • @CameronDC-Grimes
      @CameronDC-Grimes 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can they do a patent application with car parts and parts from other brands?
      Not sure about patent laws, I thought you can build stuff similar but it has to be different from original product but use your own custom parts? But I'm not sure

  • @patrickrose1221
    @patrickrose1221 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Great video well presented .
    It's nice to see the teachers who not only teach , but actually do. You guys make the world a better place in every way . Peace : )

  • @Hamburghinis
    @Hamburghinis ปีที่แล้ว +5

    thank you for not having some bassy music for the intro! i really thank you

  • @thezphase4074
    @thezphase4074 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Man! I loved this show! You guys are nailing it! Keep at it. You guys are living the dream life.

  • @endliberalism4305
    @endliberalism4305 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I’m a white guy from the United States , I’ve always been impressed with you East indie guys as your creativity is very impressive. BTW- The relationship you have with your little buddy is really cool, keep up the good work guys. God bless.

    • @raomujtaba6591
      @raomujtaba6591 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You ended up with deep connection 😉

  • @nfmeyer1352
    @nfmeyer1352 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I've been itching to tackle a "e-bike" project using a old Razor pedal powered "Big Wheel" style trike to make what other videos call a Drift Trike. I've watched dozens of other videos but only this one of yours and Still you've given me more USEFUL ideas than the others. Awesome, Thank You! I've subscribed and I plan to check out your other videos while I finish gathering everything I need. I promise I'll document the progress as best I can but with a basically non-existent budget, it'll be a while before I have anything to show. 👍🏻

  • @LFTRnow
    @LFTRnow 3 ปีที่แล้ว +288

    The build is interesting, but I don't see how this is a 10,000 W alternator (per the video title). For one, you have a 200A board controlling it (which is roughly 12V x 200A = 2,400W). And from what I see, that is a 150 or even 100A alternator, which is 1800 to 1200W. Even with modifications which will bring the power lower still, it is a nice build, but I think you are off by a factor of about 10x.

    • @tikitime
      @tikitime 3 ปีที่แล้ว +62

      You’re right- it’s not 10kw. Probably an 80 to 120 amp alternator, which typically outputs 14 volts more or less. So optimistically, a 1500 watt.
      Maybe he just put an extra zero on and meant 1000 watt? Or clickbait algorithm demanded exaggeration!

    • @martinben1480
      @martinben1480 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      These guys can't count. Have you ever seen a 10k electric motor? It is huge.

    • @kght222
      @kght222 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      it is a 200a WATERCOOLED controller, that he didn't watercool. this bike runs at an estimated 40-60 amps from what i can see, he is either trolling or just doesn't care if his numbers are correct. the bike is great, but the stupid numbers are infuriating because now if someone makes a 3000w ebike with a 4000w capable battery on it, they will look like a chump to people who don't know what they are looking at. THIS IS CANCER.

    • @905Jerrod
      @905Jerrod 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I think they used 120 Volts AC InStead of 12 Volt DC When Converting the Math , I Noticed this Right Away and Though Common , No Way!

    • @chrisi9265
      @chrisi9265 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@905Jerrod I think they just used a big number for clicks. It's all about the clicks

  • @asgplumbing781
    @asgplumbing781 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You're a scientist for Tesla. I think you're smarter than my dad who has finite in calculus elementary. Even some people with Masters degree cannot even assemble this kind of stuff. You guys are awesome

  • @jayrichardson6872
    @jayrichardson6872 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow lads. That is absolutely fantastic. I would definitely like one on my bike.
    Great video. Keep up the great work. Take care brother 👍👍👍👍👍🥇

  • @ondrejnovak322
    @ondrejnovak322 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi, 7 years ago I was working for a small company that was selling electric bicycles. We converted normal 26´´ mountain bicycle into a e-bike. 1000 W motor was able to ride it at constant 45km/h. Please get a bicycle with much bigger rims and than try it again.I think you will be able to go 100 km/h without any problem.

    • @Turksarama
      @Turksarama 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think above 40km/h you're looking at "might as well get a motorbike" speeds.

    • @garylangley4502
      @garylangley4502 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      100 km on a bicycle? That would scare the hell out of me! However I once drove my Mother's old 1964 Pontiac at 193 km/hr (120 miles per hour), so maybe I would be crazy enough to drive a bike at 100 km/hr.

    • @BTW...
      @BTW... 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      100km/h... big problems.

  • @petermelville8175
    @petermelville8175 3 ปีที่แล้ว +146

    Brilliant. This is what innovation looks like!! You guys are great!

  • @saturnnights2271
    @saturnnights2271 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great project! And bonus points for that cockatiel screaming in the background! I've had many 'tiels throughout my life and that sound is not only unmistakable, but also makes me smile :D

    • @DIYKingSaM
      @DIYKingSaM  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you noticed

  • @lloydthegreat7851
    @lloydthegreat7851 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I love what you guys have done here. Opening doors to new possibilities. Thanks so much.

    • @idiotwolf5823
      @idiotwolf5823 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      when possibilities become probabilities, you are watching the right channels. this is a different type of moto-bicycle than I'm used to - most people build them like a motorcycle (Like the ones I ride)

  • @michaelinglis8516
    @michaelinglis8516 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great idea and execution! If I had to critique one thing it would be to make sure when welding to get one consistent bead whenever possible for the most strength. What I and any other professional welder does is tack the ends of the work in place, remove slag, then run one consistent bead along the joint. I understand it's not always possible to get one consistent bead but it really does make a huge difference. Other than that small note I think you killed it. I truly am inspired. What a cool way to repurpose an alternator. I love that you make as much as you can yourself. Like using all those power cells in parallel. Really cool stuff!

    • @kght222
      @kght222 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      the numbers are all wrong. it does what you can see it doing, but the numbers are all wrong.
      the video claims 10000 watts, he is using two batteries that are capable of 1500 watts each. this makes people who do projects and give real numbers look bad. this is not good.

    • @michaelinglis8516
      @michaelinglis8516 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kght222 I honestly hadnt even thought about it/realized their numbers were inflated . I know enough about batteries from building amps and guitar pedals and being an e cigarette user to have realized it but for some reason I didnt. Good eye!
      Edit: I'm not going to rewatch it but I thought in the video they were using many cells to make their packs then a bank. It's likely why I just assumed they were being honest. But with the seriously inflated battery/cell ratings perpetuated by the companys that sell Sony, Panasonic etc. cells for all we know they are going by what the seller claimed the batteries wattage/mah's were rather than testing the cells themselves which for most things cant simply be done with a MM accurately anyways. But the accurate tolerances for all the major cells are readily available online and if they are smart enough to make this video then we have to assume they likely did know the real tolerances.

    • @jackfrosty4674
      @jackfrosty4674 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Shaun Barcavage, is a 52-year-old research nurse practitioner at Weill Cornell Medicine in New York. He’s now on short-term disability, following his second dose of the Pfizer vaccine.

  • @spyder7758
    @spyder7758 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You should put a small water reservoir heatsink for a cpu on the speed controller and let the thermal differential cycle the small amount of fluid, and it would get rid of the air gap inside the controller and allow more heat transfer to the heatsink you added

  • @BMontellano
    @BMontellano ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing, simply amazing. Your ingenuity gives me hope for humanity. Keep going!

  • @thepianoaddict
    @thepianoaddict 3 ปีที่แล้ว +115

    As a safety measure, your car speedometer probably shows your speed higher than it actually is (in some places the speedometer is allowed to show a speed up to 10% higher than the actual speed, but is not allowed to show a slower speed).
    Your phone GPS speed is probably more accurate.

    • @DIYKingSaM
      @DIYKingSaM  3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Great piece of information i will look into that for further details. Thanks man.

    • @michaelbrownlee9497
      @michaelbrownlee9497 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      The speedometer are quite accurate if calibrated properly, they are mechanical.
      Porshe instruments are so accurate you can determine your speed from the rpm guage.

    • @geepea101able
      @geepea101able 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@DIYKingSaM What make of alternator is this, and what mods have you changed inside?

    • @wizrom3046
      @wizrom3046 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      I work with sspeedometers professionally.
      The car Speedo is fast, the GPS speedo of your phone is accurate, provided you have been travelling at a steady speed in a straight line for 30 seconds or more.
      Car Speedos are required by law to never read slow, so the manufacturers of cars typically make them read 7 to 10 percent fast, which gives a safety margin that allows for changes in brands of tyres and tyre wear.
      For future tests, trust your GPS speedometer on the phone. Just give it 30 seconds at a steady speed to settle out any GPS averaging requirements. 🙂

    • @ronlaverdiere
      @ronlaverdiere 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@michaelbrownlee9497 RPM gauges are more accurate than speedometers. Historically, manufacturers have designed speedometers to show about 5% higher than people actually are driving. This is so they think they are going faster than they actually are, since everyone drives above the posted speed limits.
      This has changed with modern vehicles, since they are now tied in to GPS locators with navigation systems. Now they need to show true speeds.

  • @sams5803
    @sams5803 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Get some vice grip clamps for your drill press! I use them all day at work

    • @ronlaverdiere
      @ronlaverdiere 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Or some peg holes in the table, so they could put a hard stop behind the sprocket they are drilling.

  • @62Cristoforo
    @62Cristoforo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You must always use lubricant when drilling through metal, steel, aluminum, iron and stainless, as well as drilling within the proper speed and feed ranges

    • @jodyguilbeaux8225
      @jodyguilbeaux8225 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      right, that is basic knowledge that most machinist know.

    • @ryanpatton1795
      @ryanpatton1795 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jodyguilbeaux8225 Speed and feed and tool type are going to be more important than coolant. A nice drill can do hundreds of holes without coolant, but if the speeds and feeds are wrong it might not even get 1.

  • @jeffstewart3342
    @jeffstewart3342 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude what a cool concept. This is the most badass ideas I have ever seen. CRAZY COOL.

  • @roywiegner5522
    @roywiegner5522 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I am soooo happy I happened upon you and your videos!! You both are awesome to watch and to learn from, and I love the bits of humor tossed in for fun. Please keep posting your genius for us all to learn from. Now I want to make my own E-bike!

  • @evanhall963
    @evanhall963 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You guys are amazing thank you so much,,, people think this stuff is easy they are crazy you guys are modern path makers!!

  • @duddydjaya1004
    @duddydjaya1004 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Real insane product man, enjoyed watching it and imagined the possibilities, thanks a lot

  • @Idler_Tibia
    @Idler_Tibia 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    this is the future of old cars and old people commute in remote areas for sure

  • @123edwardzpad
    @123edwardzpad 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    A totally awesome build! Thank you for sharing.

  • @mashilmy
    @mashilmy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    engaging Li-Po battery pack without BMS to run a motor is dangerous dude. Li-Po is very flammable when its leaking

    • @haggai3.477
      @haggai3.477 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      IMPORTANT WARNING ⚠️

    • @mashilmy
      @mashilmy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @old cars trashed bms has overdischarge protection feature, so not a surprise if bms limits the full potential of the battery.
      In this video, they used Li-Po instead of Li-Ion which can go puffy then explode if it's overdischarged.

  • @shamusshafer8578
    @shamusshafer8578 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Watching the look on the test riders face when he came back, hair all flying every which way was the best lol! Great job fellas, thank you for sharing this!

    • @user-kz6je9sg3c
      @user-kz6je9sg3c 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Good job of me one how much would it cost me to have one like your alternator go to amazing job I show everybody your video's

    • @user-kz6je9sg3c
      @user-kz6je9sg3c 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      👍👋💯

  • @ataturkcuulkem7168
    @ataturkcuulkem7168 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi
    I came across your work by chance and I am subscribing to watch your work.
    I will be watching you from Turkey.
    I would like to ask you questions from time to time.
    Good work for now.

  • @roychowdhury4348
    @roychowdhury4348 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    An excellent project. Enjoyed it thoroughly. Would love to see more technical specs in the future. Thank you.

  • @modallas8034
    @modallas8034 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I'm a 72 year old American, and I think it's a cool build.

    • @celloprof
      @celloprof 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      41 and same

    • @prmayner
      @prmayner 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      67 and same.

    • @DrBuddah
      @DrBuddah 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      it was fuuqen dumb and dangerous

  • @barrychambers4047
    @barrychambers4047 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Pure genius! You probably already have the wheel shimmy problem worked out, but I think it has to do with the amount of trail in the steering. You may need to add a small amount of wheel trail, in order to deal with the added speed involved. All the best!

    • @ronmartin7253
      @ronmartin7253 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Getting weight away from top tube and headset as this is whats resonating. I learned this no-handing as a kid. My dads bike had a dad basket. Load it up, u better hang on lol

  • @Hotrodcowboy58
    @Hotrodcowboy58 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great job guys i love your dedication to the subject!
    You never give up! 🎉

  • @cobrajeff96
    @cobrajeff96 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Didn't know there was such a thing as an 800 amp alternator out there for a 12vdc system. Learn something new everyday.

    • @SparkyRF
      @SparkyRF 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      LOL. Yeah, that's *maybe* an 80 amp alternator!

    • @tejay9416
      @tejay9416 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      @@SparkyRF Alternators regularly run 120-160 amps in everyday bullshitty cars so if its 160 amps at 12 volts its almost two thousand watts. Even at 120 you're still almost producing 1500 watts of power. This could be a high amperage unit tho, if you spend like a few hundred dollars you can get a 300 amp alternator. These guys have 12 million views on one video im sure they can afford high amp alternators.

    • @nikostalk5730
      @nikostalk5730 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      it is Hindi alternator, it tricks other mopeds and steal their energy right on the fly!

    • @patverum9051
      @patverum9051 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@tejay9416 1500Watt is still only 2 hp...like a very small 25 cc moped.

    • @arduinoguru7233
      @arduinoguru7233 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tejay9416 now it's 13 million views, I agree a lot of BS said on this video

  • @Kasilue
    @Kasilue 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hey Guys ! Nice work so far... I´m a Bike Mechanic and so i got some ideas for you to think about.... Try to mount the Alternator in front of your "Pedals" that would give you more stability and maybe adds a little more stiffness to the Bike Frame. Maybe u also can mount the Batteries to the top tube of the frame. In the End maybe you get a suspension fork fittet. Then try that Highspeed run again =)

    • @franciscorodriguez7085
      @franciscorodriguez7085 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah , I am thinking about converting a gas pedal moped to electric pedal moped. I'm def sure it'll carry the weight of batteries ,front ,back or rear. Also , have no problem with the speed (wobbles). If so , minor. Hope this idea helps anyone. To all us diy's , good luck and many happy builds. Keep smiling. it will make your day that much easier. But wait. Why put it off til..... When u can do it today? Remember, Tomorrows not a promise. It's a gamble. Roll the dice boys yeeeeeeehaaaaawwww:)

    • @MoMo-tf6ck
      @MoMo-tf6ck 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@franciscorodriguez7085 Good luck, brother

  • @hadiyaebrahim1680
    @hadiyaebrahim1680 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Would love to see a video comparing the conversions and also one involving more details of the tesla power wall

    • @DIYKingSaM
      @DIYKingSaM  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Both videos will be coming soon

    • @victoryfirst2878
      @victoryfirst2878 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@DIYKingSaM I look forward to see the action fella DIY King.

  • @davidraborn3654
    @davidraborn3654 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is the innovative drive that made America great a 75 ago, Now I see it in India as USA has lost it.. Your people are very smart and creative. I see a bright future for India. Thank You.

    • @Warpedsmac
      @Warpedsmac 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What made America great was literacy...Pakistan not India. Clearly stated on the view-counter bar. Yes! I am a pedant. You may have to look that up....but where?

  • @uitzicht3797
    @uitzicht3797 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great build. Would be awesome to see what top speed could be achieved in case you used a racing bike frame.

  • @mikehernandez1511
    @mikehernandez1511 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I love this, not only fabricators but very technical as well. Great job guys!

  • @williammitchell1804
    @williammitchell1804 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is certainly proof of concept. Have you given any thought to why the front end wobble increased with speed? Thank you for this video. You guys make science fun!

  • @AmericanCaver
    @AmericanCaver ปีที่แล้ว

    I had to subscribe after seeing the spinning gear on the drill press 😂
    Keep in mind that there will always be trolls that have nothing nice to say. Questions and debates are awesome but some of these pizzants, are a bit much!
    Don't ever get discouraged in sharing your wonderful projects and ideas. There are many that truly appreciate your efforts..

    • @DIYKingSaM
      @DIYKingSaM  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The push we needed, thanks a bunch man.

    • @AmericanCaver
      @AmericanCaver ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DIYKingSaM ❤️

  • @mcsawby
    @mcsawby 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Great job guys! Nice conversion. you guys made it all look cleanly done to with everything tied down and in it’s right place. I think I’m going to try this conversion myself soon.

    • @rubendiaz4180
      @rubendiaz4180 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Did you try it yet..?

    • @mcsawby
      @mcsawby ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rubendiaz4180 I’m still working on getting all my parts together when I have the time, but I will make it happen lol 😉 Thanks for asking.

  • @nathan_jo2884
    @nathan_jo2884 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Would like to see you guys try it on an uphill so we'll have some idea of the power it delivers. Nice project! Keep it up guys.

  • @steverandall5814
    @steverandall5814 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Nice work! But you'll also want to devise an enclosure and lubrication system for the gears, otherwise grit and road debris will quickly ruin them.

  • @bpahren
    @bpahren ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think if you could get the weight of the battery in the frame area, you will get more weight on the front and stop the wobble. NICE DEATH MACHINE! Super Cool!

  • @victoryfirst2878
    @victoryfirst2878 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    What got my attention was the huge machine vice you are using to hold down the motor with a propeller. What is the brand name and manufacture of the vice DIY King ???? Thanks VF

  • @purelife9000
    @purelife9000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I'm really surprised that at 5:19 when you held your bare finger 1 cm from a welding arc, you were actually burned! How is that possible!? LoL Love you guys!

  • @grabadventures
    @grabadventures 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This is so awesome on so many levels!

  • @BearHound-pi8lb
    @BearHound-pi8lb 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Frankenbike! Love it. Super creative and looks dangerously fun. I think the weak point now would be the wheel/tire dexterity at those speeds. Not to mention the breaks!

  • @ormardalsgaard5272
    @ormardalsgaard5272 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Really cool stuff. But the test drive was hard to watch. Please wear some safety equipment next time so it won't be your last :)

  • @bingosunnoon9341
    @bingosunnoon9341 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Ten kilowatts? How did you measure that? The motors that put out that kind of power are usually liquid cooled to prevent the magnets exceeding the curie point.

  • @imabrahamseed
    @imabrahamseed ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great work 👏 I love what you did here! This is the second time I see you do this same conversion. Someday I'm going to buy one of these bikes from you. 😊

  • @DeepFrydTurd
    @DeepFrydTurd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude this is way better than a surron

  • @Johny40Se7en
    @Johny40Se7en 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    That's super clever. Well done for putting an old alternator to very interesting use. To keep the controller cooler, consider adding an aerodynamic ducting to the heatsink to channel air over it as you ride, perhaps adding a quiet Noctua or Arctic Cooling fan to help with the air flow 👍😉

  • @alfspacealiencateater4786
    @alfspacealiencateater4786 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Also it wouldn't be hard to have build a mini radiator for the esc since it already has cooling ports.

  • @Manwichman
    @Manwichman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    So about 80 miles a charge?! That's crazy good! Awesome video

  • @ayemjake
    @ayemjake 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Here's a suggestion to improve the handle and reduce wobbliness.
    You can use dampers made for e-scooters. It's supposed to reduce the shakiness of the handle at high speeds.

  • @DIYwithBatteries
    @DIYwithBatteries 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    No BMS for the battery pack I think it's temporary ;) & I'm so curious on your Tesla powerwall, did you made a video on it ? BTW I'm from 🇮🇳

    • @DIYKingSaM
      @DIYKingSaM  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Since its temporary we didn't attached the BMS, and yes the powerwall project video is coming this weekend so stay tuned.

    • @Punjabi_CNC_TRANING
      @Punjabi_CNC_TRANING 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      WHAT IS BMS

    • @schniggo3176
      @schniggo3176 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Punjabi_CNC_TRANING battery management system

    • @shafeems.c1963
      @shafeems.c1963 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Punjabi_CNC_TRANING BMS stands for Building management system, here it's for Battery.

  • @maxedison8259
    @maxedison8259 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Innovate, not decimate! Congratulations to you all on a fantastic build. Innovation and engineering skills aplenty here, and what a great video too. Just fantastic!!

  • @dcollop3543
    @dcollop3543 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    For the next segment, Install an alternator on either side of the rear wheel, making it 20kw, and the weight on the rear will be more balanced.

    • @blackterminal
      @blackterminal 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think the tires would melt and they would go back in time

  • @Hipmonta
    @Hipmonta 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love it. I like to know how much it will cost me for the name of all the parts you used to build it

  • @ramlangoddos4425
    @ramlangoddos4425 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Very well explained. I like the enthusiasm put into this project. My question is, how long do you need to fully recharge the batteries?

  • @The_Joseph_Show
    @The_Joseph_Show 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This would have be a more stable ride on a tricycle. Amazing work guys I really admire your skills and capabilities

    • @tr7198
      @tr7198 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I agree a tricycle would be better and centralize the alternator between the rear wheels and put a gear housing around the axle and alternator to protect them.
      The way it is now, one small rock or pebble like debris in the gear and the shows over
      Also consider a gyroscope steering aid for the front to stabilize the steering.

  • @RAMESH-dl4nb
    @RAMESH-dl4nb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love you bro from india 🇮🇳

  • @michellerichey4946
    @michellerichey4946 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    all you need now is to not let the back wheel flex , spoked wheels have a flex tolerance and your motor is close ,but this a wonderful idea and looks fun 😍