Got an Idea

[Belasko]

with a few posts discussing electric auger heads as an option I started looking into it. After looking at the icegater my father in law and I think we could actually make a similar device at a much reduced cost. Has anyone tried this before? If so how did it work out? Any thoughts would be appreciated.
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[MMDon]

I can't wait to see your invention! I love better (or cheaper) mouse traps!
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[FishingSteve]

I really think you could build one cheaper also. Good luck!
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[TEXAN64]

hi ,i think that the hardest part is the transmission /gearbox ,i would use a cordless impact driver like a dewalt coupled to a 30 to 1 or 40 to 1 gearbox and coupled to maybe an old handauger . but the sky is the limit. good luck felix
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[prvrt]

Might try an electric starter.
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[sten668]

You could mabey use one off a junked lawn tractor and a push button starter switch. If it runs backwards just reverse the poles on the battery connection.

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