Rear battery boxesICE Motor & TransPreliminary frame cleaningBattery Boxes and SupportsBattery Box SupportsCoilover Helper Springs
OwnerCraig Dusing
LocationMilledgeville, Illinois United States map
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Vehicle1997 Chevrolet S-10
Converted with EV-America design
MotorAdvanced DC FB-4001A Series Wound DC
Drivetrain2.2L 4 cyl gasoline engine with 5 speed manual transmission
ControllerCurtis 1231C
Batteries18 Trojan T-875, 8.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded
63 lbs ea.
1,134 lbs total
System Voltage144 Volts
ChargerZivan NG3
120V Input
HeaterN/A
DC/DC ConverterAstrodyne Sp-480P
InstrumentationAnalog voltmeter & ammeter
Top Speed60 MPH (96 KPH)
Top speed to date: 60 mph in 4th gear.
AccelerationAcceleration is good using 2nd, 3rd, 4th gears of the factory 5-speed transmsssion. Motor is direct coupled (clutchless) with custom steel coupler utilizing the factory clutch plate hub only.
RangeAnticipating 30-40 miles
EV Miles
Start:56,512 Miles (90,927 Kilometers)
Current:56,598 Miles (91,066 Kilometers)
Total:86 Miles (138 Kilometers)
Seating Capacity3 adults
Curb Weight4,040 Pounds (1,836 Kilograms)
3100 lb curb weight before conversion
TiresUniroyal P205/75R/15
Conversion Time5 months (Nov-07 to Apr-08)
Update - 02/23/08: This S-10 conversion was begun as a part-time project in Nov. 2007. As of 2/23/08, the ADC motor,direct drive coupler, trans adapter plate, and transmission have been fit up and test run at 12V, and are installed in the vehicle. The original truck rear frame supports have been replaced with new battery box supports, battery boxes have been constructed and frames painted, and (18) Trojan T-875 batteries have been purchased and delivered. We are now preparing to cable up the battery pack and begin installing the controller, contactors, etc. We're hoping to time our first on-road test with the disappearance of snow and return to warm weather in NW Illinois.

Update 04/17/08. Took the vehicle on it's maiden voyage on April 12th. 5 miles on the initial run. Truck runs great and shifts easily. Will spend the next few weeks slowly increasing the trip mileage and training/charging batteries. Will also do some wiring documentation and "tidying-up" with wire loom. Longest trip to date has been 15 mi.

Update 2009. Upgraded truck for additional testing. Replaced ADC motor with NetGain WarP9 motor. Replaced Astrodyne DC-DC converter with Iota DLS-55. Replaced control board assy with EVS front battery box/controller frame unit and EVS control circuit box. Truck consistently had 30-35 miles range depending on terrain and driving style. Top speed 75+ mph. 55-60 mph in 3rd gear. Truck drove easily shifting w/o clutch. 1st gear 0-20 mph. 2nd gear 20-45 mph. 3rd gear 45-65 mph. 4th gear optional depending on terrain.

Sold fall 2011 due to medical issues.

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