Quick ChargersMotor mounted to transaxle.Motor Mount2 guage crimpersMounts in position
OwnerPaul B.
LocationIrvine, California US map
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Vehicle1977 Volkswagen Bus
MotorAdvanced DC FB1-4001A Series Wound DC
EV America conversion parts. Adapter was trimmed down to flow with bellhousing.
DrivetrainStock transaxle rebuilt with new bearings and seals.
ControllerCurtis 1231C
96-144 V 500 Amp limit
Batteries12 Trojan T-1275, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded
System Voltage144 Volts
ChargerQuickcharge Op-144-20 230VAC and OP144-8 115VAC
Two onboard chargers. One for home and the other for when only 110 is available.
HeaterNone
DC/DC ConverterAstrodyne DC-DC SB50
InstrumentationWestberg Voltmeter and Ammeter
EV Miles
Start:55,980 Miles (90,071 Kilometers)
Current:55,980 Miles (90,071 Kilometers)
Total:0 Miles (0 Kilometers)
Seating Capacity5 adults
TiresStandard
Conversion TimeStarted in June 2008 with restoration.
Conversion CostEstimates currently at 12K + for conversion plus vehicle restoration.
11-9-08 - I have the engine and tranny mounted and will begin the install of the controller and on-board chargers.

11-10-08 - Built mount for both onboard chargers. They will be mounted in the location of the old gas tank. Built a pair of 2 guage crimpers, these should help make the welding cable look professional and strong.

11-12-08 - Worked on the motor mount to cradle the motor. Looked for possible non-conductive material for controller and contactor board - polycarbonate and high end fiber/composite board (a little costly compared to wood).

11-16-08 - Finished motor mount and installed it. I made the mount from a piece of 2 inch flat stock, 3/16ths thick. I bent the material around a steel ten pound weight. I started work on the mock-up controller board made from plywood. Began construction on 30X40X12 battery box.

11-17-08 - Installed plywood controller board above the motor. It hinges up to allow access to motor power cables. Will start installing all the components and wiring the controller, contacts, relays and DC/DC converter.

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