Charge PortRear of Z
OwnerJoe Porcelli
LocationNorthridge, California US map
Web/EmailWebPage email image
Vehicle1975 Datsun 280Z
Built by Operation Z in Northridge, CA

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MotorAdvanced DC FB4001a Series Wound DC
DrivetrainClutchless 5 Speed Nissan Transmission. 3.55 differential
ControllerCurtis 1231C
Batteries12 Trojan J150/T1275, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded
System Voltage144 Volts
ChargerZivan NG3
HeaterCeramic 120-144V
DC/DC ConverterZivan NG1
InstrumentationFactory Speedometer
Curtis Battery Indicator
Westech AMP & Volt Gauges
Digital primary battery gauge.
Factory Tachometer w/Westach kit
Top Speed94 MPH (151 KPH)
Range42 Miles (67 Kilometers)
It varies, the best we've got was 54 miles, but our average is 30-45 miles depending on grade and driving conditions.
EV Miles
Start:94,872 Miles (152,649 Kilometers)
Current:101,601 Miles (163,476 Kilometers)
Total:6,729 Miles (10,826 Kilometers)
 
    As of 10/10/2009
Seating Capacity2 adults
Curb Weight3,220 Pounds (1,463 Kilograms)
Original Curb Weight for this Z was 2870 lbs.
Tires205X65R15
Conversion Time6 months
Conversion CostAprox.$13,000 including the lead acid battery pack, $7500 labor.
Additional FeaturesA/C installed Honda Accord V6 Compressor, belt driven to electric motor and the original Datsun factory A/C components this Z came with. (got to have a/c in L.A.)

Suspension Techniques sway bar kit front & rear.

Superior (1250 lb) rear helper springs added to factory springs.

Cusco rear strut tower brace
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