Sounds crazy but we are restoring a WWII Navy Tug and it’s DC Diesel Electric system is fried! We are looking into the possibility of adapting an AC traction motor to drive the reduction gear. The 1020 HP Cleveland which is in good shape would drive an AC generator as planned or perhaps turn another traction motor as a generator. Used equipment seems to be fairly priced but we are absolute neophytes and could use some engineering help. Are we crazy? Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
~Rob
yt-371.com
~Rob
yt-371.com