frostyounce
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Hello all, I am currently doing a hybrid conversion on my previously gas-only go-kart and I am stumped on how to set up an electric start system. Since I am currently running a billet flywheel, I can't just buy the cast iron flywheel with teeth for a starter, and I don't want to drop 250 bucks on a billet flywheel with teeth, so I don't know what do to for an electric start. For reference, the reason I want an electric start is because I am planning on using a raspberry pi as a management system to turn off and on the engine as needed to maximize my range and use of power.
Another concern I have is the throttle setup. Now I want there to be only one throttle since I want this project to be as clean as possible(ik odd reason but hear me out), so I am thinking of different methods I could junction the electric throttle with the gas one. Easily, you could just put a throttle position sensor on the gas throttle and viola, but the issue comes when I would be in electric-only wanting to turn the engine on, so if they were connected in such a way, I would not only be starting the engine with my foot on the gas throttle, it would also not be warm and therefore not ready for high load.
I am fully aware this can be seen as a stupid idea, but practicality isn't really the point here I'm just trying to have fun with an interesting project and hopefully get something worthwhile and interesting to drive and experience.
TLDR: How to hook up electric start with billet flywheel + electric/gas throttle in one pedal
Engine: Stage 2 GPS Non-hemi Predator 212 w/ Juggernaut 30 series torque converter
Axle: 48t sprocket
Electric Motor: 3000w 72v BLDC w/ 50 amp controller and 72v 20ah LiPO4 battery.
Another concern I have is the throttle setup. Now I want there to be only one throttle since I want this project to be as clean as possible(ik odd reason but hear me out), so I am thinking of different methods I could junction the electric throttle with the gas one. Easily, you could just put a throttle position sensor on the gas throttle and viola, but the issue comes when I would be in electric-only wanting to turn the engine on, so if they were connected in such a way, I would not only be starting the engine with my foot on the gas throttle, it would also not be warm and therefore not ready for high load.
I am fully aware this can be seen as a stupid idea, but practicality isn't really the point here I'm just trying to have fun with an interesting project and hopefully get something worthwhile and interesting to drive and experience.
TLDR: How to hook up electric start with billet flywheel + electric/gas throttle in one pedal
Engine: Stage 2 GPS Non-hemi Predator 212 w/ Juggernaut 30 series torque converter
Axle: 48t sprocket
Electric Motor: 3000w 72v BLDC w/ 50 amp controller and 72v 20ah LiPO4 battery.
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