OwnerZap
LocationSanta Rosa, California US map
WebWebPage
Vehicle1984 Volkswagen Vanagon
MotorAdvanced DC 203-06-4001A Series Wound DC
8" dual shaft
Drivetrainstock 4 spd. manual transmission with clutch
ControllerDC Power Systems DCP-600 Raptor
Batteries20 US Battery US-125, 6.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded
System Voltage120 Volts
ChargerK and W
modified, (timed start and stop, 120 and 208/240 VAC input)
HeaterImmersion heater in heater core system
DC/DC ConverterSevcon
InstrumentationCruising Equipment E-Meter, analog motor Amps and Volts
Top Speed70 MPH (112 KPH)
AccelerationSimilar to diesel Vanagon I believe
Range36 Miles (57 Kilometers)
Seating Capacity2 adults and lots of cargo
Curb Weight4,700 Pounds (2,136 Kilograms)
approximately
TiresSteel belted truck tires
Conversion Cost$15K
Additional FeaturesCharger safety interlock (can't energize drive with cord in charge port.
Easy access to all 20 batteries in box inside van.
Power brakes supplied by acoustically isolated vacuum pump.

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