Rear panel viewFront pack and chargerBack pack behind rear seat
OwnerMichael deLeon
LocationCamas, Washington United States map
Web/EmailWebPage email image
Vehicle1973 Volkswagen 1303 Super Beetle
Red exterior, tan/gold interior, 5 seat
MotorNetgain ImPulse 9 Brushless DC
Drivetrain4 speed manual plus reverese
ControllerSynkromotive DC750
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Batteries40 GBS GBS12V100AH, 3.70 Volt, Lithium-Polymer
Similar to these, but I ordered mine from
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System Voltage128 Volts
ChargerManzanita Micro PFC-30
Can charge from 120V or 240 V at 20 or 30 amps,
tunable pack voltage and timing profile
Heaternone yet
DC/DC Converter
none yet
Instrumentation180 Volt, 500 Amp, 6-18 Volt accessory, and soon
to be added pack charge from BMS
Top Speednot yet fully tested, should be 60+
Accelerationshould exceed original VW, not yet tested
Range40 Miles (64 Kilometers)
Estimated 40-50 mile range, not yet fully tested
Seating Capacity4 adults
Curb Weight1,700 Pounds (772 Kilograms)
Approx based on stock VW - 300 lb. motor weight
+ 280 lbs battery + 120 lbs DC motor
Tiresstandard
Conversion Time2 years research, restoration and
conversion time, but most of conversion work
done over 3 weeks
Conversion Cost~ $13k so far
Additional FeatureseLithium BMS still under installation

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