| Owner | Ronald Bridges | ||||||
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| Location | Stanley, North Carolina US map | ||||||
| Web/Email | WebPage | ||||||
| Vehicle | 1988 Mitsubishi MightyMax Pick-up | ||||||
| Motor | Advanced DC FB1-4001A Series Wound DC dual shaft | ||||||
| Drivetrain | 5 speed transmission with clutchless adapter. | ||||||
| Controller | Curtis 1231C-8601 500A | ||||||
| Batteries | 20 US Battery US2200, 6.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded | ||||||
| System Voltage | 120 Volts | ||||||
| Charger | Quick Charge SCPX12020 | ||||||
| Heater | Used a 1500 watt ceramic element out of a small 120vac electric heater | ||||||
| DC/DC Converter | Astrodyne SD-350 | ||||||
| Instrumentation | 0-400 Ammeter 60-160 Voltmeter | ||||||
| Top Speed | 55 MPH (88 KPH) Have only had it to 55mph once..just to see if it would do it. First drive was on 10/10/09. | ||||||
| Acceleration | Slower than the gas engine. | ||||||
| Range | 42 Miles (67 Kilometers) I did 42 miles on a 2 mile circuit at 35 MPH with only one 5 minute stop to check temperature of the motor and controller. I also drove it to work and back two days on one charge. Total 42 miles. | ||||||
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| Seating Capacity | 3 adults Max | ||||||
| Curb Weight | 3,730 Pounds (1,695 Kilograms) | ||||||
| Tires | Bridgestone Potenza P205/65R15 on vision warrior 375 wheels | ||||||
| Conversion Time | 600+ hours in over 11 1/2 months. All work done by myself. | ||||||
| Conversion Cost | $10,500 | ||||||
| Additional Features | Airlift air helper springs on rear. Tilt bed. Key Off Brake Off switch operates an indicator and buzzer, so i wont leave the truck with the parking brake off. | ||||||
| This has been a huge challenge and a great experience. I look forward to doing another conversion someday. | |||||||
1988 Mitsubishi MightMax
Last Updated 06-12-2010
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