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I am considering using a 7.5 axle due to its slightly smaller size and lighter weight as an axle setup for my Offroad Trailer build. I think with some effort and cleverness I could turn the driveshaft side into a working PTO to turn a small generator or alternator so that while the trailer was in motion, it would in-turn turn a pulley and belt setup with a specially mounted alternator to create power to charge a battery bank. This would offer me a chance to have onboard power creation as well solar power, and shore power options as backups or resources.
So my question is would gearing lend a hand to how fast the driveshaft knuckle turns or would that be most relative to the size of the pulley used; or would a combination thereof offer an even better unique combo?
Anyone's thoughts?
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