Here's the motor wired in and in it's place. fits very well and feels secure.

Here's the motor controller in its proper place. This takes input from the throttle and converts that into a PWM signal (basically it controls the speed of the motor based on the throttle) to be sent to the motor. 

Haven't gotten around to posting in a bit, so here are some tardy posts.

With the cable crimper and cable cutter I began making cables for everything, Theres alot of work that goes into this. 

Video of start up


Here is the first time we "fired up" the tractor. Still in Proto mode, just wanted to make sure all my wiring was right. 

BATTERIES ARE IN!

Got 4 12 Volt deep cycle batteries from a local company here in Chico called Energy Masters. Really helpful, and American made batteries. These things are HEAVY, but they fit the battery box so right :) 

Teaser

Here is a teaser of the color. Photo doesn't do it justice.

Battery Box Completed

The battery box is finished, it is made out of 1.5"x 1.5" tubing with angle iron on top. As well it will act as the mount for the hydraulic pump we are using.