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− | + | ==EV Discussion List== | |
− | + | * [[What is the EV Discussion List?]] | |
− | + | * [[How do I subscribe?]] | |
− | + | * [[How do I unsubscribe?]] | |
− | + | * [[Where are the archives?]] | |
− | + | ==EV Terminology== | |
− | + | * [[What does the term ICE mean?]] | |
− | + | * [[What is an electric vehicle (EV)?]] | |
− | + | * [[What is a hybrid (HEV)?]] | |
− | + | * [[What is an neighborhood electric vehicle (NEV)?]] | |
− | + | * [[What is a flooded battery?]] | |
− | + | * [[What is a sealed battery?]] | |
− | + | * [[What does AGM mean?]] | |
− | + | * [[What does VRLA mean?]] | |
− | + | * [[What is regen and why is it desirable?]] | |
− | + | ==EV Performance== | |
− | + | * [[What kind of speed and range does an EV have?]] | |
− | + | ==Purchasing Electric Vehicles== | |
− | + | * [[Where can I buy a new EV?]] | |
− | + | * [[Where can I buy a used EV?]] | |
− | + | * [[How much do they cost (new and used)?]] | |
− | + | * [[Should I buy a used EV or build a conversion?]] | |
− | + | ==General EV Questions== | |
− | + | * [[What maintenance is required for an EV?]] | |
− | + | * [[How much does it cost to drive an EV?]] | |
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[http://www.evparts.com/faq/?page_number=2 Page2] | [http://www.evparts.com/faq/?page_number=2 Page2] | ||
− | + | * [[What can I do to maximize my range?]] | |
− | + | * [[I'm buying a used EV, what do I need to know to use it?]] | |
− | + | * [[Can I tow an EV a long distance?]] | |
− | + | ==Safety== | |
− | + | * [[What are the safety concerns for working with electric vehicles?]] | |
− | + | * [[What are the safety protocols for avoiding electrical shock?]] | |
− | + | * [[What is a plasma fire?]] What is the physical mechanism that creates and maintains it? How do you extinguish it? | |
− | + | * [[What are the safety protocols for avoiding chemical burns?]] | |
− | + | * [[What do I do in case of a chemical spill?]] | |
− | + | * [[What is the maximum DC voltage that is considered safe to work around?]] | |
− | + | * [[What are some tips on short-proofing tools?]] | |
− | + | * [[What are the guidelines for working around hydrogen?]] In other words, if my charger didn't shut off all night and I can hear all the batteries gurgling merrily, how do I not blow up the garage? | |
− | + | * [[What are the safety protocols for the AC side of the equation when I charge my EV?]] | |
− | + | * [[Is it dangerous to have all those batteries in the car?]] | |
− | + | * [[What about high voltages?]] | |
− | + | * [[What is a GFCI circuit?]] | |
− | + | * [[Is splashing water into the engine compartment safe?]] | |
− | + | * [[Is it safe to wash the engine compartment at a car wash?]] | |
− | + | * [[Are there any special safety features I should include in my conversion?]] | |
− | + | ==Building a Conversion== | |
− | + | * [[How much does it cost to convert an ICE to EV?]] | |
− | + | * [[How do I choose the best car to convert?]] | |
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[http://www.evparts.com/faq/?page_number=3 Page3] | [http://www.evparts.com/faq/?page_number=3 Page3] | ||
− | + | * [[How can I build a very fast/quick EV?]] | |
− | + | * [[How can I build an electric motorcycle?]] | |
− | + | * [[How can I build an electric scooter?]] | |
− | + | * [[Has anyone converted a lawn mower to electric?]] | |
− | + | ==Transmission & Differential== | |
− | + | * [[Can I build an EV with an automatic transmission?]] | |
− | + | * [[Why do I need a transmission?]] | |
− | + | * [[Should I keep the clutch?]] | |
− | + | * [[What are the effects of using one separate motor for each drive wheel?]] Can I remove the differential to save weight or control the motors to emulate a differential? | |
− | + | ==Calculations== | |
− | + | * [[How much power will I need?]] (Calculating power used to move a car) | |
− | + | * [[How can I calculate the weight and balance of my conversion project?]] | |
− | + | * [[What kind of range can I expect from my conversion?]] | |
− | + | ==Motors== | |
− | + | * [[What motors are available?]] | |
− | + | * [[Which is better, AC or DC motor?]] | |
− | + | * [[Can I use a surplus aircraft starter/generator for motor?]] | |
− | + | ==Batteries== | |
− | + | * [[What batteries are available?]] | |
− | + | * [[What is the best battery for my EV?]] | |
− | + | * [[What is the proper way to maintain batteries?]] (Cleaning and filling batteries) | |
− | + | * [[How do I design and build a battery box?]] | |
− | + | * [[What is a battery management system?]] | |
− | + | * [[What about battery heaters?]] | |
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[http://www.evparts.com/faq/?page_number=4 Page4] | [http://www.evparts.com/faq/?page_number=4 Page4] | ||
− | + | * [[Which is better, flooded or sealed batteries?]] | |
− | + | * [[How about Ni-Cad batteries?]] | |
− | + | * [[What are the correct charging procedures for a battery?]] | |
− | + | * [[My batteries seem weak, how can I correct this?]] | |
− | + | * [[How do I determine the battery state of charge?]] | |
− | + | * [[What is the proper way to mount and secure batteries?]] | |
− | + | * [[Can I mix old and new batteries?]] | |
− | + | * [[Can I use two different types or sizes of batteries?]] | |
− | + | * [[What is Peukert's Effect, and why should I care?]] | |
− | + | ==Controllers== | |
− | + | * [[What is a controller?]] | |
− | + | * [[What controllers are available?]] | |
− | + | * [[How does a DC motor controller work?]] | |
− | + | * [[How does an AC motor controller work?]] | |
− | + | * [[Can I build my own controller?]] | |
− | + | * [[Why does my controller whine?]] | |
− | + | * [[Can I add regen to my DC EV?]] | |
− | + | * [[Do I really need a controller?]] | |
− | + | * [[What about voltage switching and resistor controllers?]] | |
− | + | ==Battery Chargers== | |
− | + | * [[What chargers are available?]] | |
− | + | * [[What wiring is required to charge in my garage?]] | |
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[http://www.evparts.com/faq/?page_number=5 Page5] | [http://www.evparts.com/faq/?page_number=5 Page5] | ||
− | + | * [[Can I build my own charger?]] | |
− | + | * [[What is power factor correction in a charger and how is it done?]] | |
− | + | * [[How can I quick charge my batteries, will it harm my batteries?]] | |
− | + | * [[What are battery regulators and balancers for?]] | |
− | + | * [[What do battery regulators do, and how do they do it?]] | |
− | + | * [[How do I charge my batteries using a variac?]] | |
− | + | ==DC TO DC Converters== | |
− | + | * [[What is a DC to DC converter and why do I need one?]] | |
− | + | * [[What DC to DC converters are available?]] | |
− | + | * [[Why can't I just tap the battery pack?]] | |
− | + | ==Tires== | |
− | + | * [[What tires should I buy?]] ( load ratings and rolling resistance) | |
− | + | ==Instrumentation== | |
− | + | * [[What kind of gauges do I need in my EV?]] | |
− | + | * [[How do you connect and program an E-meter?]] | |
− | + | * [[What is a battery monitoring system?]] | |
− | + | ==Brake and Chassis Upgrades== | |
− | + | * [[How do I restore the ride height of my car?]] | |
− | + | * [[What springs should I use?]] | |
− | + | * [[How can I improve the brakes?] | |
− | + | ==Power Accessories== | |
− | + | * [[How can I keep the power brakes on my conversion?]] | |
− | + | * [[Can I have power steering in an EV?]] | |
− | + | ==Comfort and Climate Controls== | |
− | + | * [[How can I heat my EV?]] | |
− | + | * [[How about air conditioning?]] | |
− | + | [http://www.evparts.com/faq/?page_number=6 Page6] | |
+ | ==Hybrids and Range Extenders== | ||
+ | * [[Can I add a small generator?]] (APUs and generator trailers) | ||
+ | * [[What is a pusher trailer?]] | ||
+ | * [[What is meant by series or parallel hybrid?]] | ||
+ | * [[Can I charge my EV with solar power?]] | ||
+ | * [[Can I put a generator on the un-driven wheels to charge batteries while driving?]] | ||
+ | * [[How about a windmill?]] (A discussion of basic physics. ) | ||
+ | ==Public Charging Stations== | ||
+ | * [[How can I connect to the EVI/Avcon public chargers?]] | ||
+ | * [[Can I plug my home built EV into a GM paddle charger?]] | ||
+ | * [[What is Article 625?]] | ||
+ | * [[What is opportunity charging?]] | ||
+ | * [[What is the best way to get my employer to install charging stations?]] | ||
+ | ==EVs and pollution== | ||
+ | * [[Don't EVs just move the pollution somewhere else?]] | ||
+ | * [[What about disposing of used batteries?]] | ||
+ | * [[I read that EVs use more fuel than ICE cars, is this true?]] | ||
+ | ==EV Information Resources== | ||
+ | * [[Are there any books on how to build an EV?]] | ||
+ | * [[Are there any websites with more info on EVs?]] | ||
+ | ==Parts Sources== | ||
+ | * [[Where can I buy the parts to build an EV?]] | ||
+ | ==Taxes, Insurance and Registration== | ||
+ | * [[Are there any tax incentives for EVs?]] | ||
+ | * [[Who insures EVs?]] | ||
+ | * [[Are there any special fees or requirements to register an EV?]] | ||
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Revision as of 19:01, 28 February 2006
Contents
- 1 EV Discussion List
- 2 EV Terminology
- 3 EV Performance
- 4 Purchasing Electric Vehicles
- 5 General EV Questions
- 6 Safety
- 7 Building a Conversion
- 8 Transmission & Differential
- 9 Calculations
- 10 Motors
- 11 Batteries
- 12 Controllers
- 13 Battery Chargers
- 14 DC TO DC Converters
- 15 Tires
- 16 Instrumentation
- 17 Brake and Chassis Upgrades
- 18 Power Accessories
- 19 Comfort and Climate Controls
- 20 Hybrids and Range Extenders
- 21 Public Charging Stations
- 22 EVs and pollution
- 23 EV Information Resources
- 24 Parts Sources
- 25 Taxes, Insurance and Registration
From http://www.evparts.com/faq
These Frequently Asked Questions are maintained by members of the EV Discussion List, a mailing list which provides a forum for discussing the current state of the art and the future direction of electric vehicles. Please address comments and suggestions to the FAQ editor.
EV Discussion List
EV Terminology
- What does the term ICE mean?
- What is an electric vehicle (EV)?
- What is a hybrid (HEV)?
- What is an neighborhood electric vehicle (NEV)?
- What is a flooded battery?
- What is a sealed battery?
- What does AGM mean?
- What does VRLA mean?
- What is regen and why is it desirable?
EV Performance
Purchasing Electric Vehicles
- Where can I buy a new EV?
- Where can I buy a used EV?
- How much do they cost (new and used)?
- Should I buy a used EV or build a conversion?
General EV Questions
- What can I do to maximize my range?
- I'm buying a used EV, what do I need to know to use it?
- Can I tow an EV a long distance?
Safety
- What are the safety concerns for working with electric vehicles?
- What are the safety protocols for avoiding electrical shock?
- What is a plasma fire? What is the physical mechanism that creates and maintains it? How do you extinguish it?
- What are the safety protocols for avoiding chemical burns?
- What do I do in case of a chemical spill?
- What is the maximum DC voltage that is considered safe to work around?
- What are some tips on short-proofing tools?
- What are the guidelines for working around hydrogen? In other words, if my charger didn't shut off all night and I can hear all the batteries gurgling merrily, how do I not blow up the garage?
- What are the safety protocols for the AC side of the equation when I charge my EV?
- Is it dangerous to have all those batteries in the car?
- What about high voltages?
- What is a GFCI circuit?
- Is splashing water into the engine compartment safe?
- Is it safe to wash the engine compartment at a car wash?
- Are there any special safety features I should include in my conversion?
Building a Conversion
- How can I build a very fast/quick EV?
- How can I build an electric motorcycle?
- How can I build an electric scooter?
- Has anyone converted a lawn mower to electric?
Transmission & Differential
- Can I build an EV with an automatic transmission?
- Why do I need a transmission?
- Should I keep the clutch?
- What are the effects of using one separate motor for each drive wheel? Can I remove the differential to save weight or control the motors to emulate a differential?
Calculations
- How much power will I need? (Calculating power used to move a car)
- How can I calculate the weight and balance of my conversion project?
- What kind of range can I expect from my conversion?
Motors
- What motors are available?
- Which is better, AC or DC motor?
- Can I use a surplus aircraft starter/generator for motor?
Batteries
- What batteries are available?
- What is the best battery for my EV?
- What is the proper way to maintain batteries? (Cleaning and filling batteries)
- How do I design and build a battery box?
- What is a battery management system?
- What about battery heaters?
- Which is better, flooded or sealed batteries?
- How about Ni-Cad batteries?
- What are the correct charging procedures for a battery?
- My batteries seem weak, how can I correct this?
- How do I determine the battery state of charge?
- What is the proper way to mount and secure batteries?
- Can I mix old and new batteries?
- Can I use two different types or sizes of batteries?
- What is Peukert's Effect, and why should I care?
Controllers
- What is a controller?
- What controllers are available?
- How does a DC motor controller work?
- How does an AC motor controller work?
- Can I build my own controller?
- Why does my controller whine?
- Can I add regen to my DC EV?
- Do I really need a controller?
- What about voltage switching and resistor controllers?
Battery Chargers
- Can I build my own charger?
- What is power factor correction in a charger and how is it done?
- How can I quick charge my batteries, will it harm my batteries?
- What are battery regulators and balancers for?
- What do battery regulators do, and how do they do it?
- How do I charge my batteries using a variac?
DC TO DC Converters
- What is a DC to DC converter and why do I need one?
- What DC to DC converters are available?
- Why can't I just tap the battery pack?
Tires
- What tires should I buy? ( load ratings and rolling resistance)
Instrumentation
- What kind of gauges do I need in my EV?
- How do you connect and program an E-meter?
- What is a battery monitoring system?
Brake and Chassis Upgrades
- How do I restore the ride height of my car?
- What springs should I use?
- [[How can I improve the brakes?]
Power Accessories
Comfort and Climate Controls
Hybrids and Range Extenders
- Can I add a small generator? (APUs and generator trailers)
- What is a pusher trailer?
- What is meant by series or parallel hybrid?
- Can I charge my EV with solar power?
- Can I put a generator on the un-driven wheels to charge batteries while driving?
- How about a windmill? (A discussion of basic physics. )
Public Charging Stations
- How can I connect to the EVI/Avcon public chargers?
- Can I plug my home built EV into a GM paddle charger?
- What is Article 625?
- What is opportunity charging?
- What is the best way to get my employer to install charging stations?
EVs and pollution
- Don't EVs just move the pollution somewhere else?
- What about disposing of used batteries?
- I read that EVs use more fuel than ICE cars, is this true?