I came across an OLD washing machine and decided that being bored; i should pull the motor.
Its a 1/2 HP 115VAC 9.8/8.8 AMP 1725/1140 HZ 60 (about 5-10lbs)
Lots of resistance when turning by hand. 1/2' shaft.
It has what looks like a huge CAP bolted on the side, a 'controller box and some spring-mechanism inside on the shaft (almost like a free-wheel).
So... I know this is a decent little motor, i dont think i could rewire it but do you guys think it would make for a half-decent genny?
From what i understand, a 50W PV that goes for 400$ outs out about 2.9 AMPS tops, so this must be worth its weight as some kind of genny.
If not, is there a possibility of some mags inside?