| Owner | Dale I Hargadine |
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| Location | Stevenson, Washington United States map |
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| Vehicle | 1988 Subaru Justy Standard model Justy, manual steering, Vacuum boost brakes, three door hatch back. Poor interior. good paint and a few insignificant dents. New windshield other glass good.Curb weight 1460 pounds (663.63KG). |
| Motor | Series Wound DC Gaterpiller forklift Rated 48 VDC 200 pounds (90 KG) |
| Drivetrain | font wheel drive, 5 speed transmission, Macpherson strut suspension. front disc rear drum brakes. |
| Controller | Modified Caterpiller forklift controller |
| Batteries | 16, 6.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded I got a real deal on lift truck battries. I have made friends with an electric lift truck resale/recycle business. |
| System Voltage | 48 Volts |
| Charger | Lester AC 120volts 15 amps single phase DC 25 amps at 48 volts |
| Heater | Ceramic core with original blower and ducting |
| Top Speed | 55 MPH (88 KPH) |
| Range | 30 Miles (48 Kilometers) |
| Seating Capacity | 2 adults |
| Tires | 155/80/12 |
| Conversion Time | one year |
| Conversion Cost | less than $3000 USD |
| This project began with the purchase of the Donor vehicle $200 USD. Having a new windshield installed $245 USD. Transportation home $75 USD. $250 for new charger. Used Caterpillar electric fork truck parts BIG motor and controller $600. Used Batteries 16 @ $20= $320. Running total $1690 USD. | |
1988 Subaru Justy
“JUST-E ”
(under construction)
Last Updated 04-09-2010
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