OwnerMike Harvey
Owner's Other EV1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet EV
LocationKnoxville, Maryland US map
Web/EmailWebPage email image
Vehicle2007 Blue Sky Design SRT
Single-seater semi-enclosed 3 wheeled cyclecar
MotorAdvanced DC 4001-01- 4001 Series Wound DC
All subsequent BugEs will come with the 4005 reversing motor and F/R switch.
Drivetrain5.5" ADC with 300 Amp GE controller
ControllerGeneral Electric 300 A
300 amp 48v Mosfet controller. Kicks the begeezus out of the Alltrax!
Batteries4 Optima D34M, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, AGM
Deep cycle Marine Battery
System Voltage48 Volts
ChargerEC Technologies
48v 10 amp Smart Charger
HeaterSeat Heater
DC/DC Converter
48v 25 amp at 12v output
InstrumentationWestach 0-48v voltmeter
Westach 0-100 amp ammeter
Speedometer
Top Speed45 MPH (72 KPH)
Feels very fast at 45 mph. The unishock suspension in the front and low center of gravity
AccelerationVery quick to 40 mph.
Range40 Miles (64 Kilometers)
Normal usage on normal semi-hilly terrain.
Watt Hours/Mile50 Wh/Mile
EV Miles
Current:145 Miles (233 Kilometers)
 
    As of 11/10/2007
Seating Capacity1 adult
Curb Weight375 Pounds (170 Kilograms)
Most of the weight is in the batteries and motor, but has a very low center of gravity which makes it handle very well.
TiresYes, three of em=)
Conversion Time2 weeks
Additional FeaturesPower canopy lift
Split convertible top
Battery Warmers
AM/FM/CD/Ipod Controller Stereo
Fun Fun Fun to drive! And boy do I get the looks from passersby=)

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