| Owner | Russ Weaver |
|---|---|
| Location | Kissimmee, Florida US map |
| Web/Email | WebPage |
| Vehicle | 1989 Hyundai Excel |
| Motor | Series Wound DC 36 Volt forklift |
| Drivetrain | 5 speed standard |
| Controller | Sevcon 72 Volt 400 Amp |
| Batteries | 12 Trojan T-105, 6.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded golf cart |
| System Voltage | 72 Volts |
| Charger | Clunn custom |
| Heater | hand held from cigarette lighter |
| DC/DC Converter | Clunn custom for solar panel |
| Instrumentation | E-meter |
| Top Speed | 50 MPH (80 KPH) |
| Acceleration | 0 to 45 MPH in 15 seconds |
| Range | 35 Miles (56 Kilometers) average, depends on how it's driven |
| Seating Capacity | 5 adults |
| Curb Weight | 0 unknown, but fairly light, originally 2160 pounds |
| Tires | new and well inflated |
| Conversion Time | 3 weeks |
| Conversion Cost | still a mystery but around $2000 |
| Additional Features | 65 watt solar panel for extra power ugraded stereo system custom wood panel dash for E-meter custom foot pedals (cute) |
1989 Hyundai Excel
“Electrico!”
Last Updated 04-07-2002
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