Michael Barkley's E-Trailer

Owner	Michael Barkley
Owner's Other EVs	1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse 1992 Murray 42 E-Rotary Mower 1987 Toyota Celica Convertible
Location	Bonham, Texas United States ^map
Web/Email	WebPage
Vehicle	2008 E-Trailer-1 Electric Powered Trailer, used to push/assist an I.C.E. vehicle. Not initially intended to push the I.C.E. on electric only, but who knows at this point in the build
Motor	Jack and Heintz Compound Wound DC Aircraft Starter/Generator
Drivetrain	Using a differential from a Nissan pickup. The motor is an Aircraft/Generator capable of running at 96vdc, but will be starting off with 48volts and a separated field battery pack.
Batteries	6, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded Motor armature, powered with 48volt traction pack. Motor field winding, powered with a 24volt battery pack.
System Voltage	48 Volts
Top Speed	70 MPH (112 KPH) E-Trailer is being built to help lower the load requirement of the ICE vehicle it is pushing while traveling at highway speeds.
Acceleration	Not meant for initial acceleration, just for assistance during cruising speeds along the highway.
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E-Trailer“Electric (I.C.E) Pusher”