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Sunday, May 3, 2015

Electricity - How to Convert an Old Washing Machine into a Water Powered Generator - YouTube Videos

Here's an interesting How To Video Series. On, How to Convert an Old Washing Machine into a Water Powered Generator. I'm always dreaming of different Tools, that I could make from Old Washers, Vacuums or what ever comes to mind. Like a Washer - Table Router, for Wood Working. A Standup Floor Vacuum, Converted to a Drum Sander. I a Vacuum, in the Garage, that would be a great Candidate, too. But, living in the USA (Texas). I have never seen a washer. Designed, like this one, in the Video. I believe, it is made in Australia. All of the Washers, that I have eve seen, here. Have Metal Tubs. And big Electric Motors. That are, separate from the Tub. Mounted off to the side. But, then again we have a 40 to 50 year old Maytag. And yep, it's still going strong. I've done a few repairs, on it over the years. I replaced the Water Valves, Hoses etc. But, the Tub, Bearings, Motor, Transmission and even the Control Modules, all still work as they should. So, It's not yet a candidate for Re purposing. I like the various and interesting ways. That People, are making there own Electric Generators. Out of other things. Electric Motors, Ceiling Fans etc. So, this one, really caught my attention. The first video, that I watched on this Washer Generator Conversion. Showed a bit more detail, on the Build, Free power from a recycled washing machine, generating enough to live off the grid - YouTube. But, had only Text Captions and no Audio Narration. He has more details on each step of the conversion, on his YouTube Channel, Angry Ram, as well. Here's the link to, F&P washing machine stator rewiring tutorial - YouTube. The rest show up as Links in this video, as you watch it. Check out the Related videos too...

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WARNING: This video is intended for information purposes only, working with electricity can be dangerous, If you are not qualified, please consult an electrician before attempting any wiring shown in this video.

I've been living off the grid for a few years now, using a converted water powered F&P washing machine motor to generate more than enough power to run all the appliances & hot water I use in my cabin in the woods in Nelson NZ, as well as powering all the tools I use in my workshop. In that time I've saved many thousands of dollars from not having to pay power bills. In this detailed video I'll show you how it's done.


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    The Angry Ram didn't want me touching his sheep nuts

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    Angry ram takes down a drone... and its owner

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    Angry ram gets aggressive defending his son

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    Giant freshwater eels tried to eat a Gopro camera

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    Dog climbing a ladder

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    Sweep the dog racing a trail bike in the forest

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    The Angry Ram showing off his new born son

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    Seagulls find an easy meal behind tractor ploughing a field- phantom / gopro 3+

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    Phantom 2/Gopro 3+ fpv flying around top of the South Island, New Zealand.

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    Herding sheep with a quadcopter

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    Angry ram just doing his thing in the forest - Ramcam

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    Angry ram teaching his son how to fight

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    A close up look at my home made portable twin blade hydraulic sawmill

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    Angry ram takes on a big bore trail bike

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    Nelson NZ from the air

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    How to build a basic portable solar power system -camping,boating,off grid living-

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    Rigging, Launching & Sailing a 21 foot trailer Yacht single handed - Nelson NZ

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    Harvesting organic Manuka honey from my beehive

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    How to catch eels using a trap set net

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    Angry ram gets the munchies

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    Free power- How to convert an old washing machine into a water powered generator

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    How to make floating landing gear for DJI Phantom quadcopter

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    Home made twin blade sawmill in action

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    Angry Ram gets a haircut then Attacks the Cameraman

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    Birds attack phantom drone quad-copter causing crash landing

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    Angry ram runs for cover.. finally found something he's scared of, the phantom drone

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    My new favourite toy - the DJI Phantom Quadcopter. My first flight

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    Felling a big pine tree & milling slabs with a Chainsaw Mill

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    Angry ram bashes subaru - our first attempt at mounting ramcam ended badly

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    Angry ram vs rider - He's back & angrier than ever -RAMCAM edition-

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    Jetboat spinning out on a river in Richmond NZ

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    Motorcyclist gets ambushed by the Angry Ram - The Rematch

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    Heavy machinery accidents, mishaps and other interesting mining photos

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    Angry ram finds 2 more victims.

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    How to rewire an old washing machine motor to generate free power

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    How to build a house-on-wheels for rabbits, guinea pigs & other small aniimals

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    Angry ram attacks motorcyclist - ORIGINAL VIDEO HD-

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    How to remove a Toyota Hilux engine in a few hours - A step by step guide (2.8 diesel 1997)

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    KILL THOSE ANNOYING ANTS!!.. try this easy to make ant bait using cheap household ingredients

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    How to build a timber slab table with no visible fixings using basic power tools & epoxy glue

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    How to grow hydroponic Strawberries

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    How to build a picnic table - A step by step guide

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    How to build a Cape Cod / Adirondack chair

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    Harvesting 50 litres of organic Manuka honey from my beehive & checking for AFB & Varroa

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    Extreme enduro - XR650 climbing a steep narrow forest track at high speed. Gopro helmet cam

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    Loading digger onto a truck without ramps

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    Easy to build Hydraulic log splitter

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    Homemade smartdrive pelton wheel making enough electricity to power a home

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