Engine Going InDash"Gas" CapEngine CompartmentRear Batteries
OwnerEd Reim
LocationTavernier, Florida United States map
Web/EmailWebPage email image
Vehicle1996 Ford Ranger
MotorAzure Dynamics/Solectria AC55 3-Phase AC
Drivetrain5 Speed Manual
ControllerAzure Dynamics/Solectria DMOC445
Batteries26, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Gel
System Voltage312 Volts
ChargerZivan NG5
220V 30A
HeaterFlorida Keys...
DC/DC ConverterAzure Dynamics/Solectria DCDC750
InstrumentationRemoved factory panel and built a custom panel. Installed a
new speedometer from Autometer
Top Speed95 MPH (152 KPH)
Estimated top speed. Had it to 60 mph
AccelerationFaster than original ICE on a full charge
Range75 Miles (120 Kilometers)
Estimated. I am still testing. Only had a full charge on once.
Longest trip 40.5 miles Volt Meter dipped as low as 280 but
bounced back over 300
EV Miles
Current:185 Miles (297 Kilometers)
 
    As of 8/2/2009
Seating Capacity2 Adults and a very small dog
Curb Weight0
Not sure of total weight. Added 1664 pounds in batteries
alone. Also added Super springs to increase payload 3000
lbs.
TiresP225/70 R14 Radial GT Invader.
Conversion Time9 Months so far
Conversion CostKit from Electro.....................................................$13,500
Donor Truck..........................................................$2,700
Batteries................................................................$5,500
Driving past the gas stations as the prices go up...priceless
Additional FeaturesTilt Bed that I am not using right now after I was unable to fit 21 batteries under there.
Left it in place so when ultra-capacitors become available to the public I can mount the
new power source under there.
See the web site for all the pictures and a blog of the process. This was and still is an
awesome project. I still need to clean up the cab and such. This car will be my daily
driver to work. My company is going to build parking spots for electric vehicles only and
they are using my truck as a standard as far as the cords and power requirements go.

06/13/2009 - Drove 16 mile round trip. Plenty of juice left.
06/18/2009 - Drove 40.5 miles with a dip to 280V during acceleration after 25 miles

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