kperry Posted June 4, 2021 Share Posted June 4, 2021 I am looking to convert over our truck 1927 Mack AB to electric start. Does anyone have any experience with this , and are parts available. Thanks, Kevin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swishy Posted June 4, 2021 Share Posted June 4, 2021 Sorry kevin eye can't help U But if U could put up sum pix of the beast Twould B good to please the masses With Thanks Cya Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yarnall Posted June 5, 2021 Share Posted June 5, 2021 If you don’t get a response I know someone who has done it on many AB’s and. AC’s. He would be glad to talk to you. I’m pretty sure he uses a Chevy starter. Mike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulbrook Posted June 29, 2021 Share Posted June 29, 2021 I have just completed (and test run) a converted AC engine. Relatively straightforward as long as you have access to a decent lathe. We decided to machine the flywheel in such a way that the ring gear sat in a rebate so that the outer was the same diameter as the flywheel. We then 3d modelled and 3d printed a starter mount before casting it and machining it. We machined it deliberately to require shimming to ensure the correct meshing of the starter pinion. Because we are in UK I decided to start with a suitably sized ring gear (which, incidentally bolted on rather than being shrunk on (although we did machine the flywheel for a press fit) then sourced the starter motor to suit. In my case I went for a truck set up and 24v, so if required I can jump start it from a (modern) truck. Video here:(11) Facebook 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.