Balai mécanique télécommandé pour la neige et la saleté - V1

After a month of design and many months of testing, my first custom attachment for my Snowcat V1 is now available! With a manually adjustable dust guard, simple driveline, bearings throughout, and an integrated slipper clutch, this simple design is able to handle light dustings of snow, and can easily clear walkways of dirt and small stones! See it in action here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tiau7rIZuKk

Designed specifically for my Snowcat V1, this bolts right up; No modifications required! Just slide the attachment on, screw in the two screws, plug in the motor, and you're good to go!

Expect a V1.5 and a V2 in the first half of 2025 (available as a whole new , or just a separate of parts if you have already purchased the files!)

I have been extensively modifying and re-deg parts for more RPM and function and am very excited to get these versions out! Upgrades in these versions will include a belt cover, mini caster wheels, broom rotation control, remote snow throw adjustment, light mounts, and better spaced/ed components for more brush speed!

For a V2.5/3, I would like whole different brushes altogether. These are unable to handle super high rpm. Expect this updates and more before the end of this year, dependent on being able to source new brushes!

Parts list:

• M3 hex cap screws (many needed, would recommend buying a small assortment from Amazon or the like) - https://www.amazon.ca/Hilitchi-210pcs-Stainless-Socket-Assortment/dp/B014ON88/ref=sr_1_10?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.C28EkOIv-Ar4iOiDaDNml8RDODc8tqm0JEaBN4rOy1ZCJyFw84kV5XsQ4zLziIqeJ8N_RJfpTtypT8032Ek0CthFRCwzHMyjYqikbYLxcnWpPmdqPTFlrOp__2zI2ET9JzoVZYGkDvhagzodkcI2xIa8av0R14A5P7mdbIfq9ndvWzPuhTHujOqDDBW9ngt4osbZWDT_lrvfs5_ofl5KUzCN6c3AZExXVSnWgolsjam4lOlrK9uutN0KsEQchkTnfkCad31DsnxDIQfXdwKZBkybliU5DrKPOJW7HT-kx-XvvGc-z34WIPSXGrVcGCEfG3DHJFSOUpDyryrdpglx2h0fihJdqMQAq6iN_bSomN5dBeGwrI2c9G1G3-fAT_sWhy1fU4hPeEGs8AjzNy_m-HsoOUKyuV9W9qOGY3BGjWRXeuf7g7u0HF6bqv_X-wfh.QQG50e36rHjH6T5gbhBfvm8a4vs11ZB5t6dTTlA-Q6o&dib_tag=se&keywords=M3%2Bhex%2Bcap%2Bscrews&qid=1738353811&sr=8-10&th=1
• M3 flat screws (8 needed, anywhere from 5mm to 8mm will work) - https://www.amazon.ca/Socket-Screws-Countersunk-Threaded-Assortment/dp/B0CSM8SM94/ref=sr_1_6?crid=18P9NJKJDL972&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.aL7zlLvCW3el-91ZIzzxSbBrZ7kxuUF00dIybvLEd7yOvToVUsHa_22CdkrZy4utEVPcrpOPmFM3crLcWalhEIDGuBC_FsDlwLaKbAfApPOoxurKmx8tyaCTtsxDBSTgbsXskFXXpatGu5t7L9N8RxmI_eUhHblGcghnwAjmE_CYl8K80wqq-qYU30GsouKC_O6nfAU0pz-g56RtfT0r5RJmCET0D2mItTF0wwkN0R2odnM77WH8h7xIWJNSzZ_9G9uZBDWMW7ZjAH2Rd8_xWvQ8e0GmQSPSDXiZkAhr2ZNtzYoK0fwQT4lVVYuSlj8bcDoYLgDoBjenyasnbtMpCXh9hQ7W8yMpRunp86C576Y.wKwtKGH0eHah9-7dBunst8YDBfaYPTT6h3B37-82LN0&dib_tag=se&keywords=M3%2Bflat%2Bscrews&qid=1738354172&s=hi&sprefix=m3%2Bflat%2Bscrews%2Ctools%2C88&sr=1-6&th=1
• M2 hex screws, pan style (many needed, 5mm or shorter, would recommend buying a small assortment from Amazon or the like) - https://www.amazon.ca/1021Pcs-Stainless-Assortment-Machinery-Furniture/dp/B0B291LTSN/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1JGEIHELC1LED&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.QF7pL8EOv2DlHQPB5BHQvH7wVP8IBLlXHCqvjv5iI-EwI0UlhPwYAk6LHclPQTKhT5sV1bKX-0bC32wpg4ASC753r76fWBMePkf7TWOwFGGMTZoGzDzmVTzY25lqLdXSfMrvxtQcsk7jKVPLbx1_fYHRMWBMw0YbDGfPaFz6lytXo5HLP2ksrb_NgKExGuGctcBVksKAtCi8xlDApQ7fBm0m5Q-luIsHpgdxYmlMFjtWaeTEZ2WykZEekpfzioK-WXvjij9yI5Qjbq37jcTReCiWXDQ4Rep8mCed7yln4.LLgCrJNxQFOKDSROhxzxWtgtEaGguoGpzlsCt3gsmDI&dib_tag=se&keywords=M2+hex+screws+4mm&qid=1738354279&s=hi&sprefix=m2+hex+screws+4mm%2Ctools%2C86&sr=1-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1
• M2 hex screws, flat (8 needed, these need to be about 5mm in length, countersunk portion will fit into the countersunk brush ers) - https://www.amazon.ca/NINDEJIN-Screws-Socket-Washers-Wrenches/dp/B0CQP76MD8/ref=sr_1_7?crid=GKHOQ3QB21ZN&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.X2baqTiqpeWb8QNq6w8YGeT3PzSgbbxVqLnBRneZXTmCMFT3KfqLfyBSvWWXg3RnQyK846MMQmFZu8Yc5rdje20KqjzJot5hUmZjAyDaP6Pn709t741T3QV_PVEI4UsNiXFLRP8VdpMsjJ_TQASkGOLpuiAkprbnNFVG0EBrEZs2ISnslT1d5Vf3GohmfQi3tH7qBQxjXMQg685O01HgXbBe299zeRoIwto1yxU6o3jcIlYK8aC1nOYfxqzua5azve7c1mdIbx9_HItq6WLU4SuD4TguQ1YhcRpqKimu7aTzgLGUnSZIuG9tRDRifDV2XpbHNpCKuBlEs-86OrtFcOPuKIPGvyXnPfnqrU4WDZ8.nv9uI0xR6OJuNTsaUGRbtHkjjLlowe5RC6NvAcafpvQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=M2%2Bhex%2Bscrews%2Bflat&qid=1738354322&s=hi&sprefix=m2%2Bhex%2Bscrews%2Bflat%2Ctools%2C93&sr=1-7&th=1
• M2 washers (you will need a lot) - https://www.amazon.ca/uxcell-Stainless-Factories-Kitchens-Construction/dp/B0DDGZ7G9F/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=33Y2PSBIM44V1&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ucIeWYievP7OuMfBrv6kErWqsVVWReN-OaLmy9E9u4Pu0B0UbUF4jiQMLMEJShDnEj9RemQO_qA9F_03qGebYxQ1QQ5RQoGe3erSnVlIfxgiQeVSUr793mkBP01G8yN4ord01-zfeS-cO69fVrUXntXR21_IQz4LWaQW4_OWf9z8-uugPnqh3COee-pM1iyOTL-2nQpOQDrGJ-TRsdr5ygSkuJ4Xvw72vnd53RgyXnXr4YaA9Dn04t3edzns5MMokFtDeq_CUyUSMcmOnK32vdb8TTRCwoCSrMX3AVqK2gg.CL4ARsGopN1_FS8kRa7-fi9kogl6DYDlmfNlwItKu98&dib_tag=se&keywords=M2%2Bwashers&qid=1738354385&s=hi&sprefix=m2%2Bwashers%2Ctools%2C106&sr=1-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1
• M3 locknuts (x8) - https://www.amazon.ca/uxcell-Stainless-Self-Locking-Industrial-Construction/dp/B0D6S14WWC/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?crid=2TZEAFH0JMK6S&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Qe5sE3gibMA-m1WyXhZeO_t2oFXkQXlbqsQ25tHBkJbv8mcYTgvk_l5YBy9m6kmeMPol0kTXSUsvJbafowkO8khu1mW6bYbLxA7iC1Ec87bwt3kHbn6Ov2ILW4GIzUfsNym3ExurfPVS6H9tg-_m2YlqhVE7Lb1rL8prdAoU8OglGDMkgTCGnyZTXYkyu8iPzPTKnJry4MerlEzW5O00Ey5sHfIUfUFTeA1xJAZk5s6yKavXKrjLG9jrGUIUSDyOaKGlKxCKSkbKWlX1semgfU9wPT7i9KR99JVEFNDLIzg.xvJwGmyEcisCAYXIYgwslNSTXYDu3PGPA4qKqR2cdgM&dib_tag=se&keywords=M3%2Blocknut&qid=1738354441&s=hi&sprefix=m3%2Blocknut%2Ctools%2C92&sr=1-3-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1
• M3 washers (about 20) - https://www.amazon.ca/uxcell-Stainless-Factories-Kitchens-Construction/dp/B0DDH5HJZ4/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1E44AX29QPBI0&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.9qncxAMaCVmCVzr0CRgMiRpJu1Tg9n1SXHnwXCsGrxBBjke8vk59dSMqqvFSeJpOS_vA3gdypFLDFjwbEB3rMJkGuAAbAufwgKPTbn6AUQ7HaueyZ7jUqwpdXdXxd0COG4o2wNQv_UDK7ks6TTEtft--zArDsD6xfP-h5CU-cG_w0bCxKJXX-5mzTKvDbWn8ZIIVxmspIXPe44wg0T1sQwdN05wnnhzXk1nWYlrp6OzIcXUGF-IzlSLtoNNpyCbSuz_wyIiWMlhyhdjBX6Glxaz7TAKNcysBEPJJz9AX8.4oXZ1j8EyzJmlLV0nvKBHEN3FSROt60GU97IfyHYktM&dib_tag=se&keywords=M3%2Bwashers&qid=1738354479&s=hi&sprefix=m3%2Bwashers%2Ctools%2C99&sr=1-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1
• 4mm brass (or metal) rod, cut at lengths that through the middle main section and stick out about 1cm from the ends of it. You will need three of these lengths cut. - https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B099N8QB23?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
• 15mm x 24mm x 5mm bearings (x4) - https://www.amazon.ca/HiPicco-6802-2RS-Bearings-Bearing-Pre-Lubricated/dp/B0C754797S/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=241DWV5WJX0AY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.H103q_rw1RvLZJiYxrI6c6SPgODnemT6HFdywAgXEgXj-wN_QE8hoFIDzAsXgAgvBaKUUaBTiu7JWSr8REgul6BlGuBjNC_PzCElp2zWxf8RpAAY1PD1f5lJFDiYXPE6MaOidWWbHrXUB3AyMXvej_6RW7aYMQzEfpI4UobFV_J-NbX5rKaytkZzdbJV59_eVgQrTpnvqzRnZdrPe2CoI7UGBDzDTldc8sO14Gz-hmcRtcJZcwqzKa9DA-70j6xGeV6I9XttD68h8GibzrVZM-unbBUiaEsezLlBVote3lk.z1s5Qe0chhYGMytQIHzNEiCok9T14i0dMHVyA2I&dib_tag=se&keywords=15mm%2Bx%2B24mm%2Bx%2B5mm%2Bbearings&qid=1738354580&s=industrial&sprefix=15mm%2Bx%2B24mm%2Bx%2B5mm%2Bbearings%2Cindustrial%2C82&sr=1-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1
• Replacement Roomba brushes - https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01GFD3ZT8?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
• GT2 timing pulleys and belts, I have used a 15t pinion and a 30t driven with a 200mm belt. Many options available (Pinion pulley bore needs to match diameter of your motor(either 3.175mm or 5mm), and the driven (lower) pulley needs to have a 5mm bore. You will not need the set screw from the lower pulley and you need to remove it) - https://www.amazon.ca/Zeelo-Synchronous-Aluminum-Timing-20-40T-5B-6/dp/B0CQP3DJQY/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=AMR1S7N9T2M7&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.-Lt_RubBpKH-miP028P55tZ428LN9JyXjoHfwHCNiiJuT3hGCtAXNF18y7NiJlA_kHKSd60EP6xfOD2RmpyXddQ2FGYIFVy6jA5LImij0GZMn4mGDlnTB-5kzAwyl-8v3u5QXm0_PW-8EISZtPXI4JaptpALGuki5IqNRPDaQr2dgn8b4ioWLnjLNm7FlXaLyFOZbN9Y0aT27Of8bzYcUzYkMrvo4Frz5hLZ-31jCh6cbzjNrd9dqn1M0_Pd_vWcccw5A-UUFRLMzDWyw2TG-jx129GqaxI5yQ5fkTxHCCE.4LlbFE31QWnJHDGSCw2d0KXU0_VPCAV0kSuPVRKOY9g&dib_tag=se&keywords=GT2%2Btiming%2Bpulleys&qid=1738354615&s=industrial&sprefix=gt2%2Btiming%2Bpulleys%2B%2Cindustrial%2C87&sr=1-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1
• M5 nylon washers (x2) - https://www.amazon.ca/uxcellM5-Insulating-Washers-Spacers-Fastener/dp/B01N45U97I/ref=sr_1_16?crid=34QS9DM27NJVP&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.fM1OXcGvwTVWaL-vdChqlHbf2sGNu1_sHwqaWw8ue61uxylJe7AHSPhg3EuE91tm8WMnwATHGJL9kjkMM0RkcQSkgxZVt6octC_ccf6gBaEOc1T5m3aWDJFiOPakXrs3rRODy_oln23vx5EF5QXRq0Ch6h6KfY-7qcC9m6YbzvPULVuT2e6huS7Jzh5PsNaBx1e_BxEbOBuv0GfeuwsjGrnx0910QVOvysP2edyl4_wpibEp4Gd9EFmGilH465aXRN6s5vUxBqWxqyv-uQfl6qALXzeWY_6iQ4iBkd6BMbYnayqPA8jpkzeBOroRQE7hBOcSfXKlkknkVVAPlG5ibcLTC8I6NkXLk-Z9cyMYvWQ.Ig6-gF2418qO39_rxZkmlvko1fxuliTyC5GpnpgPE9A&dib_tag=se&keywords=M5+nylon+washers&qid=1738354700&s=industrial&sprefix=m5+nylon+washe%2Cindustrial%2C95&sr=1-16
• M5 flat bolt, 30-35mm in length (x1) - https://www.amazon.ca/M5-0-8-Socket-Screws-Countersunk-Threaded/dp/B0CFYTYQWS/ref=sr_1_10?crid=8HWUUAKZKCCL&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8xbLaoz6hTekFgu1ZZpol5h5lSjUIAD-SJi7w8G1Z_uIPLM44eTuaZ3O2fC6NpsQJI0TKRnYQ9DDuoyySE-gvmqIgLiD2dxlOmnt5DmDQFrib2Ov3XHkx3EI2CyP3-KVUX4jVkSD1PP1b_qHWhkW9vs9X1AmajXFmxR8-zx1VyVZd8e8iuNCbaj4rZwBGktRvrqc4zNW1_8Atarz200iM2Hw2DTF_ZxIv2XFNQa1zOxxr0T5BOv7w9QwWYuuPdkbqRzGe8enrrhTO68am2sXSApO8YNJIr45J8BtYRdVt8mpqNjfEZdawi9TLuCdOb43Iou0xQE2r7ty6plfJdz1cC3EQwmB-GQTC7CTo7c-gK4.I-drJVuPm5tX8IGaj4GG-OX4L_UAOevJjqVm8YCTUWQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=M5%2Bflat%2Bbolt%2C%2B30mm&qid=1738354766&s=industrial&sprefix=m5%2Bflat%2Bbolt%2C%2B30mm%2Cindustrial%2C85&sr=1-10&th=1
• M5 locknut (x1) - https://www.amazon.ca/LEONTOOL-Inserted-Assortment-Stainless-Clinching/dp/B0BMX124R1/ref=sr_1_4?crid=W1FDPIVJZE34&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.gXVYntX3cz8PWMg32KDHcJypOHYvv0kMrdHcxCL847dQnv1k7XkRCNhVlRP5cRX7bMpqjgF28DdnATnnbiqUJ7SOHBF85wFjYe7fIroeI65CAtr2pOCQzmLQDO5oyMS65x5KXX1TGl_2cwBTRfNDZ_AOjbzkhL0_hXWs2AGNh2354yxzVGaPRNGZCyz3EuFg45ShYnX-GGH_iWm03U4p3UznzvBrzvRErZkuZYZQOgK-EH68gD1BSIhzWTacv-xHDIAwjkBGGpqAnM6Z9M9aYUQ21qEUJAneB8jWaN-FrLVwkVZnioIp43DZJvfu0xp48YVfhvZ5yidDa4NVTZeoRpQWf1fTgqw_AIqoE8fzFEE.bJ6r5RA5U_t7FBWoWvFpb_5_dXrrUA_aSlA2pe4cDLA&dib_tag=se&keywords=M5%2Blocknut&qid=1738354811&s=industrial&sprefix=m5%2Blocknu%2Cindustrial%2C89&sr=1-4&th=1
• Motor and compatible speed controller (less than 1500kv for high torque, speed has melted parts on this version). You will likely need to modify the motor leads to make them reach farther into the vehicle you drive with. - 3660 size motor preferably
• A bit of grease (put this on the brush mounts, where its close to the bearing mounts, to reduce possible friction)
• Superglue (CA works best) to all of the main sections together.
• TPU and PLA+ (or your choice of other fillament)

Overview:

• V1: Includes the main Powerbroom assembly (all parts, static mounts and a blank mount for your own vehicle), and basic skidshoes with 3 options (for snow). I have designed mini caster wheels with bearings, that can be purchased separately for use on the Powerbroom V1 in the non-snowy seasons, and on future attachments. These files will be included in V2!

Any updated parts between V1 and V2.5/3 will be available for purchase separately once designs have been released!

• V1.5: Will include the main Powerbroom assembly (all parts, static mounts, and a blank mount for your own vehicle), basic skidshoes with options (for snow), an angle rotation bracket that allows you to move the Powerbroom left and right, and an updated driven adapter with more clearance to address "possible" friction issues. I have designed mini caster wheels with bearings, that can be purchased separately for use on the Powerbroom V1 and V1.5 in the non-snowy seasons, and on future attachments. These files will be included in V2!

• V2: Will include the main Powerbroom assembly and all parts, completely re-designed with better motor CG and adjustable dust guards, static mounts and a blank mount for your own vehicle, basic skidshoes with options (for snow), mini caster wheels on separate brackets that can be changed with ease, an angle rotation bracket that allows you to move the Powerbroom left and right, an updated driven adapter with more clearance to address "possible" friction issues, fully adjustable dust guard pitch via. mini servo, light mounts, and 2 different belt/driveline cover options!

• V2.5/V3: Will include everything in version 2, plus possible brush re-design! Stay tuned for updates, share your builds, and suggest improvements in the comments!

All instructions are in the included txt. file!