| Owner | Joe Porcelli | ||||||
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| Location | Northridge, California US map | ||||||
| Web/Email | WebPage | ||||||
| Vehicle | 1975 Datsun 280Z built by Operation Z in Northridge, CA | ||||||
| Motor | Advanced DC FB4001a Series Wound DC | ||||||
| Drivetrain | Clutchless 5 Speed Nissan Transmission. 3.55 differential | ||||||
| Controller | Curtis 1231C | ||||||
| Batteries | 12 Trojan J150, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded | ||||||
| System Voltage | 144 Volts | ||||||
| Charger | Zivan NG3 | ||||||
| Heater | Ceramic 120-144V | ||||||
| DC/DC Converter | Zivan NG1 | ||||||
| Instrumentation | Factory speedometer Curtis Battery Indicator Westech AMP & Volt Gauges Digital primary battery gauge. | ||||||
| Top Speed | 94 MPH (151 KPH) | ||||||
| Range | 42 Miles (67 Kilometers) It varies, the best we've got was 53 miles, but our average is 30-45 miles depending on grade and driving conditions. | ||||||
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| Seating Capacity | 2 adults | ||||||
| Curb Weight | 3,220 Pounds (1,463 Kilograms) Original Curb Weight for this Z was 2870 lbs. | ||||||
| Tires | 205X65R15 | ||||||
| Conversion Time | 6 months | ||||||
| Conversion Cost | Aprox.$15,000 including the lead acid battery pack, not counting labor. Probably $10,000 in labor. | ||||||
| Additional Features | A/C installed Honda Accord V6 Compressor, belt driven to electric motor and the original Datsun factory A/C components this Z came with. Suspension Techniques sway bar kit front & rear. Superior (1250 lb) rear helper springs added to factory springs. |
1975 Datsun 280Z
“280Z-EV”
Last Updated 08-19-2008
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