Tman2 Posted March 5, 2009 Report Share Posted March 5, 2009 I'm looking for a cheap motor to make a lure dryer, and I came across a can opener ($5) at Salvation Army while looking for a microwave to cannibalize. I was wondering if that might work? My first thought is that the RPM's might be high, but maybe I could get that down with a rheostat? I know there are cheap motors at Harbor Frieght, but I don't want to pay for shipping. It seems like I should be able to find something that would work. I also have read about the cordless drill versions, but would like something a little more permanent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark poulson Posted March 5, 2009 Report Share Posted March 5, 2009 It would probably work, but I imagine it will be a lot of work to adapt it to a drying wheel and step the rpms down slow enough. Sounds like a really involved project. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobP Posted March 5, 2009 Report Share Posted March 5, 2009 I'd check American Science and Surplus, or Ebay for a gear or timing motor in the 4-8 rpm range. Maybe from a microwave turntable. It's not apparent how you would reduce the shaft speed of a can opener motor without a lot of trouble. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revbigpapa Posted March 5, 2009 Report Share Posted March 5, 2009 I use a rotissery motor off of BBQ grill to dry flex coat on custom rods. pretty easy to adapt to . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tightliner Posted March 5, 2009 Report Share Posted March 5, 2009 I picked up a couple of used micro-waves at the thrift store for next to nothing. The motors are easy to take out and easy to adapt for the most part. If you do pick one up , ask to plug it in first to check the turning motor first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unc_ross Posted March 5, 2009 Report Share Posted March 5, 2009 I would look at walmart. At my local one in the lawn and garden, they have a rotisserie set for $12 comes with the motor and rods like the one in the tutorials. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WannabeeFishing Posted March 5, 2009 Report Share Posted March 5, 2009 I would look at walmart. At my local one in the lawn and garden, they have a rotisserie set for $12 comes with the motor and rods like the one in the tutorials. My local Walmart didn't have the $12 models, but I did get a nice universal model for $25. It has brackets that will easily bolt to whatever base I dream up. No fancy rigging necessary. The spit is two part so the section that connects to the motor is a perfect size for a lure turner. Walmart.com: DELUXE ROTISSERIE: Grills & Outdoor Cooking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tman2 Posted March 5, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2009 I know Walmart has the $25 dollar version, although that's the first I've heard of a $12 one. I just don't/can't spend money like that. Hence the need for a cheaper solution. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revbigpapa Posted March 6, 2009 Report Share Posted March 6, 2009 TMAN2 if you really want to use a can opener you could always reduce the speed with a wooden pully and belt drive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vodkaman Posted March 6, 2009 Report Share Posted March 6, 2009 I was thinking the same as Papa, belt/pulley. Not difficult to make. What is the speed? I guess it is about 60 rpm. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
