| Owner | Elbert | ||||||
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| Location | San Antonio, Texas US map | ||||||
| Vehicle | 1970 Volkswagen type1 modified early bug with aftermarket BGW body kit | ||||||
| Motor | D&D Motor Systems, Inc. Model# ES-31B Series Wound DC 90 HP at 144 volt | ||||||
| Drivetrain | RWD 4 spd trans - clutchless | ||||||
| Controller | Curtis Curtis 1231C | ||||||
| Batteries | 12, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded Deep Cycle from Sam's Clubs | ||||||
| System Voltage | 144 Volts | ||||||
| Charger | Quick Charge 144V Float | ||||||
| Heater | HUH...is that like A/C? actually have a/c setup...just haven't gotten that far yet...lots of ideas on heat as well...any good solutions welcome...12/24V preferred... | ||||||
| DC/DC Converter | none | ||||||
| Instrumentation | factory speedo with Simpson aux gauges | ||||||
| Top Speed | 70 MPH (112 KPH) maybe more...not broken in yet... | ||||||
| Acceleration | excellent | ||||||
| Range | 30 Miles (48 Kilometers) similar vehicle driven 62 miles at about 20 mph...:) | ||||||
| Watt Hours/Mile | no information | ||||||
| EV Miles |
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| Seating Capacity | 2 adults (4 Now) | ||||||
| Curb Weight | 2,500 Pounds (1,136 Kilograms) about 2500 pounds....need to weigh.. | ||||||
| Tires | traditional automotive street tires...two different sizes.. | ||||||
| Conversion Time | lots....probably at least 200 hours | ||||||
| Conversion Cost | toooo much...and still going strong.. | ||||||
| Additional Features | fun to drive...gets a lot of attention...i figure this is a good way to sell the EV idea to others....you can have a cool car and still be green.... | ||||||
| has been a lot of fun | |||||||
1970 Volkswage Type 1
Last Updated 01-17-2009
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