| Owner | Heather |
|---|---|
| Location | La Crosse, Wisconsin United States map |
| Web/Email | WebPage |
| Vehicle | 1983 Pontiac Firebird |
| Motor | Advanced DC FB1-4001A Series Wound DC Purchased new from a private seller on Craigslist for $600. It has a very small amount of surface rust on the shafts that needs to be removed. |
| Drivetrain | 5-speed manual with a clutch |
| Controller | Open ReVolt Planning to build version 2C. |
| Batteries | 12, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, AGM Not sure what brand yet, but they will probably be from Universal Battery or something similar from a local supplier. 7 traction batteries will be in the engine compartment, 2 behind the front seats, and 3 in the trunk. The auxiliary battery will also be in the engine compartment. |
| System Voltage | 144 Volts |
| Charger | Possibly a Zivan NG3, haven't decided yet. |
| Heater | None yet. |
| DC/DC Converter | None yet. |
| Range | Will probably be around 20-30 miles based on the EV Calculator. |
| Seating Capacity | 2 Adults. |
| Curb Weight | 0 Originally about 3,400 lbs. |
| Tires | Will be from a 1990 Toronado after we change the bolt pattern. |
| Conversion Time | About 2 years so far. |
| Conversion Cost | ~$1500 up to this point $500 for the car $100 to have it towed $600 for the motor $150 for the transmission $186 for the bellhousing Estimated expenses: $300 to build the controller $1200 for traction batteries A few other large items, also lots of small misc. Probably around the $4000 mark not including restoration work. |
| Additional Features | Also considering the following: LED lighting Solar panels to charge the accessory battery Digital dash |
| We recently replaced the '84 Trans Am with an '83 Firebird due to rust issues. Be sure to check our website for more information. | |
1983 Pontiac Firebird
“KITT”
(under construction)
Last Updated 07-31-2011
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