| Owner | Robert Lange |
|---|---|
| Owner's Other EVs | Electric Motorcycle Off-Road Electric Wheelchair F4 Drop Tank BOB Wood-E 1981 Jet Electrica 1978 Ez-Go Golf Cart 1987 Kawasaki KX 125 Puma Dyno 2006 Bronco Beach Cruiser 1953 Grumman Float |
| Location | Kelseyville, California US map |
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| Vehicle | 1970 Volkswagen Bug 96 Volt Herb-ev1 able to recharge with standard 115V outlet |
| Motor | Advanced DC Series Wound DC 8 IN. |
| Drivetrain | 4 speed |
| Controller | Curtis 1221C 72-120V. 400A. |
| Batteries | 8 Dynasty 12-490 Max Rate UPS preumium plus, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, AGM 140AH. |
| System Voltage | 96 Volts |
| Charger | Schauer (2) 48V. 15A. hardwired |
| Heater | hairdryer....set on low! 500 watt |
| DC/DC Converter | Sevcon 25A. output at 13.5V. |
| Instrumentation | Amp / volt / percent of charge meters |
| Top Speed | 68 MPH (109 KPH) Built for range..not top speed |
| Range | 50 Miles (80 Kilometers) On level @ 50mph. |
| Seating Capacity | 2 adults |
| Tires | 205R-60-15 ... 44 psi max |
| Conversion Time | one month |
| Conversion Cost | approx $8500. |
| Additional Features | Standard 115 volt charging 2-48V. 15Amp chargers 140AH. Battery pack |
1970 Volkswagen Bug
“Herb-ev1”
Last Updated 11-09-2007
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