5 kilowatt DC generator
OwnerAlain St-Yves
Owner's Other EV1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
LocationSalaberry-de-Valleyfield, Quebec Canada map
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Vehicle1996 Chevrolet S-10
extended cab
MotorAdvanced DC FB1-4001 Series Wound DC
9"
DrivetrainOriginal 5 speed transmission
ControllerCurtis 1231C-8601
Batteries24 Trojan T 105, 6.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded
215 Ah
System Voltage144 Volts
ChargerLester
two offboard, a 120 VDC and a 24 VDC both 30 Amp
1 Onboard, transformer isolated, 1500 Watts 120 VAC, timer controlled
HeaterCustom made, 3 settings, 700,1400, and 2100 Watts
DC/DC ConverterDC Power Systems DC-300
used with a 12 Volt battery
InstrumentationE-Meter
Top Speed65 MPH (104 KPH)
generally used at 50 MPH (80 KPH)
Range40 Miles (64 Kilometers)
electric only, up to 80 miles with 5kw generator assist. Range similar to conventional vehicle using 15 kw generator.
EV Miles
Start:95,000 Miles (152,855 Kilometers)
Current:140,000 Miles (225,260 Kilometers)
Total:45,000 Miles (72,405 Kilometers)
 
    As of 2/5/2007
Seating Capacity2 adults and 2 children
Curb Weight4,600 Pounds (2,090 Kilograms)
TiresMichelin X one 97 M+S max. 35 psi (I set at 40 psi)
Additional Featuresa) Battery compartment is insulated and heated with 6 regular battery heater of 50 watts each.
b) Bed Cover "Aerocover" brand, it's a light 3 section cover.
c) 5 kilowatt DC generator, installed in the truck bed if required for longer range. Driven by an ICE 11 HP Honda. Gas consumption, 3.5 litres/hour.

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