Lights on clone

[mike75925]

the problem with just running a battery is that if you get the volts too low, it could warp or otherwise mess up the battery.

 

[jfoust]

Simple voltmeter from Harbor Freight would set you back a few bucks and would give you instant voltage... Or you could snag a digital one from Fleabay pretty cheap and that solves that problem.

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=95779

Just seems like the discussion is talking about a heck of a lot of work (and investment) for some lights that could be set up in 15 mins or so with about $40 worth of battery and wiring! I've kicked this same idea around for our kart, and I think battery power is the route I'll go, especially since I'm pretty well equipped for it with all the power wheels gear we have.

 

[mike75925]

$10, plus 8 shipping. cheaper than your idea

 

[jfoust]

Ah, missed the $10 part in all the other talk. That won't bolt up to any old motor and work, right?

 

[mike75925]

i couldn't say. i could probably measure my 160's bolt pattern and give you the specs. the fly's would also have to be the same size.