I Turned an Old Washing Machine Motor Into a FREE ENERGY Wind Turbine! (DIY Generator Build)

Ever wondered what happens to an old washing machine motor after it stops working? In this video, I take a dead top-loader washing machine motor and completely transform it into a fully working vertical axis wind turbine generator! 🌪️⚡ Watch the entire rebuild process step by step — from disassembling the AC motor, testing the stator windings with a multimeter, cleaning and re-greasing the rotor bearings, converting the motor into an asynchronous generator using a run capacitor, to building custom Savonius-style spiral blades from PVC pipe. We put the finished DIY wind turbine to the test on a rooftop, and it successfully powers a 220V LED bulb using nothing but wind! This is a perfect renewable energy project for recycling enthusiasts, DIY makers, and anyone interested in sustainable off-grid power solutions. 🔧 What you'll learn: • How to identify motor windings with a multimeter • How to convert an AC motor into a generator • How to build Savonius wind turbine blades from PVC pipe • How to mount and test a homemade wind generator If you love green energy, upcycling projects, and off-grid DIY builds, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share!