Getting a large DC motor however can sometimes be difficult. Here is a writeup on how to make a generator from an old washing machine drive. It looks like you might need to find a specific machine ...

The “Spin Cycle” is an amazing electric bicycle built using a motor salvaged from a washing machine ... including improved batteries and a cover for the sides to keep the local law enforcement ...

Sodom: Described by the Bible, Confirmed by the Archeologists Deadly storms slam central U.S., leaving path of destruction ...