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The name may sound dull and uninspiring, but the [http://www.evdl.org Electric Vehicle Discussion List] is far from boring and is an extremely active list. Take the time to search the archives! They can provide an encyclopedic resource of EV information. You can really get an education on the subject here. | The name may sound dull and uninspiring, but the [http://www.evdl.org Electric Vehicle Discussion List] is far from boring and is an extremely active list. Take the time to search the archives! They can provide an encyclopedic resource of EV information. You can really get an education on the subject here. | ||
Just a small sampling of the folks you will find on the EV Discussion List: Many folks that are doing or have done their own conversions. Some have been driving EVs for decades. Most all the folks who... sell EV parts, design EVs, build custom EVs and do conversions, are on this list. Also... most of the EV drag racers are there, as are the folks who design and manufacture the best and most powerful motor controllers, motors, and chargers. | Just a small sampling of the folks you will find on the EV Discussion List: Many folks that are doing or have done their own conversions. Some have been driving EVs for decades. Most all the folks who... sell EV parts, design EVs, build custom EVs and do conversions, are on this list. Also... most of the EV drag racers are there, as are the folks who design and manufacture the best and most powerful motor controllers, motors, and chargers. | ||
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* An excellent article (http://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Electric_Vehicle_Conversion) | * An excellent article (http://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Electric_Vehicle_Conversion) | ||
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* [http://www.spaces.msn.com/members/dbd3 Don Davidson Conversion blog] | * [http://www.spaces.msn.com/members/dbd3 Don Davidson Conversion blog] | ||
| − | Yve's EV Calculator WEB SITE (http://www.geocities.com/CapeCanaveral/Lab/8679/ev.html) with charts and graphs on Dozens of the most commonly used EV batteries and EV motors . Also a fantastic EV Calculator program, where you can punch in the type of car, motor, batteries, operating parameters and get a feeling for performance and range expectations. | + | * Yve's EV Calculator WEB SITE (http://www.geocities.com/CapeCanaveral/Lab/8679/ev.html) with charts and graphs on Dozens of the most commonly used EV batteries and EV motors . Also a fantastic EV Calculator program, where you can punch in the type of car, motor, batteries, operating parameters and get a feeling for performance and range expectations. |
| − | + | ==Sample Conversions== | |
| − | + | In general, any small car can be converted / recycled to electric drive. Essentially all the complex systems such as the "exhaust system", "cooling system", "fuel delivery system", and motor are replaced with the following: | |
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| − | An advanced DC [[electric motor]] connected to the existing standard transmission via an [[adaptor plate]]. | + | An advanced DC [[electric motor]] connected to the existing standard transmission via an [[adaptor plate]]. Motor $145O. Adaptor Plate $500. |
| − | Motor $145O. | ||
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| − | Electronic transistorized [[controller]] | + | Electronic transistorized [[controller]] (like a giant light dimmer) controls your power and speed. By Curtis-PMC $800. |
| − | By Curtis-PMC $800 | ||
| − | [[Battery charger]], fully automatic. Plug it in and walk away for days without harm to the batteries.$400. | + | [[Battery charger]], fully automatic. Plug it in and walk away for days without harm to the batteries. $400. |
[[Batteries]], 10 - 12 volt, 0r 20 - 6 volt, deep cycle lead acid totaling 120 volts. Choice is one of maximum acceleration or maximum range. $950 | [[Batteries]], 10 - 12 volt, 0r 20 - 6 volt, deep cycle lead acid totaling 120 volts. Choice is one of maximum acceleration or maximum range. $950 | ||
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On/Off power relays, h.d. fuses, h.d. connectors, battery cables, volt meter (measures pressure) and a ammeter (to measure to flow or use of the electricity) $900. | On/Off power relays, h.d. fuses, h.d. connectors, battery cables, volt meter (measures pressure) and a ammeter (to measure to flow or use of the electricity) $900. | ||
| − | Total hardware $5,000 Assembly labor (approximately 200 hours) $2,900. | + | Total hardware $5,000 Assembly and labor (approximately 200 hours) $2,900. |
Approximate grand total $7,900 | Approximate grand total $7,900 | ||
Revision as of 19:06, 16 June 2006
There is an encyclopedic amount of electric vehicle conversion information and resources available online.
The EV Photo Album is an excellent place to learn all about the range, performance, components used, and types of vehicles that have been converted. There are many types of cars, trucks, bikes, boats, and even vehicles that defy description to check out. More than 600 enties and rising weekly.
The name may sound dull and uninspiring, but the Electric Vehicle Discussion List is far from boring and is an extremely active list. Take the time to search the archives! They can provide an encyclopedic resource of EV information. You can really get an education on the subject here. Just a small sampling of the folks you will find on the EV Discussion List: Many folks that are doing or have done their own conversions. Some have been driving EVs for decades. Most all the folks who... sell EV parts, design EVs, build custom EVs and do conversions, are on this list. Also... most of the EV drag racers are there, as are the folks who design and manufacture the best and most powerful motor controllers, motors, and chargers.
On-line References
- An excellent article (http://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Electric_Vehicle_Conversion)
- Converting a 1996 Saturn (http://www.evsupersite.net/), By Ken Norwick - of Calgary, Alberta Canada. ken.norwick-at-shaw.ca
Over 200 pages describing a complete electric vehicle conversion project. Hundreds of images document the process in complete detail. This site receives visitors from between 8 to 16 time zones per day. The largest personal EV Conversion Diary on the Internet today.
- Yve's EV Calculator WEB SITE (http://www.geocities.com/CapeCanaveral/Lab/8679/ev.html) with charts and graphs on Dozens of the most commonly used EV batteries and EV motors . Also a fantastic EV Calculator program, where you can punch in the type of car, motor, batteries, operating parameters and get a feeling for performance and range expectations.
Sample Conversions
In general, any small car can be converted / recycled to electric drive. Essentially all the complex systems such as the "exhaust system", "cooling system", "fuel delivery system", and motor are replaced with the following:
An advanced DC electric motor connected to the existing standard transmission via an adaptor plate. Motor $145O. Adaptor Plate $500.
Electronic transistorized controller (like a giant light dimmer) controls your power and speed. By Curtis-PMC $800.
Battery charger, fully automatic. Plug it in and walk away for days without harm to the batteries. $400.
Batteries, 10 - 12 volt, 0r 20 - 6 volt, deep cycle lead acid totaling 120 volts. Choice is one of maximum acceleration or maximum range. $950
On/Off power relays, h.d. fuses, h.d. connectors, battery cables, volt meter (measures pressure) and a ammeter (to measure to flow or use of the electricity) $900.
Total hardware $5,000 Assembly and labor (approximately 200 hours) $2,900.
Approximate grand total $7,900
Variables exist from car to car as to total labor. There are various upgrades available in equipment and instrumentation to customize the car to the customers liking. * Prices subject to changes without notice by suppliers.
