OwnerDavid Boord
LocationCanton, Ohio United States map
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Vehicle1997 Ford Ranger
Black Ford Ranger
MotorNetgain Warp Series Wound DC
Drivetrain5 Speed Manual Transmission
ControllerCurtis 1231-C
500 amp
Batteries12 Discover AGM, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, AGM
I was told that I was the first person to use this battery in a vehicle.
I have had them in the truck for a year.
Have had zero problems.
System Voltage144 Volts
ChargerZivan
Great Charger.
DC/DC ConverterSevcon
Again, I really like this converter. I have had no problems at all with this unit. It looks as if it were built to take the punishment of an EV.
Top Speed70 MPH (112 KPH)
Range50 Miles (80 Kilometers)
I have not gone more then 50 miles on the batteries. At 50 I tell the difference.
Seating Capacity2 adults
Curb Weight4,060 Pounds (1,845 Kilograms)
Tires4 ply walls installed on the rear
Conversion TimeTook about 3 months. I had two guys working on it about 30 hours a week each.
Conversion CostI have a about $17K in the truck. It is very nice.
I really enjoy driving the truck. I drive it almost everyday. In fact I go months without driving my gasoline vehicle.

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