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Old 04-12-2009, 09:56 PM   #8 (permalink)
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Thank you! That is a wonderful cause. I know you will be successful! If you have a good sized 48v forklift motor (at least 60 pounds), you will be able to run it at 72v no problem, without any adjustments. It might be better to have a motor that's a bit heavier than 60 pounds. Maybe like 80-120 pounds would be better. A larger motor can handle larger vehicles better.

Hey! My mom's family is from the Mulvihill clan in Ireland! Both my sister and she are fiery red-heads. hehe!
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