Andrew Spencer's 1976 MG Midget

Owner	Andrew Spencer
Location	Yelm, Washington US ^map
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Vehicle	1976 MG Midget
Motor	Mars ME0709 Permanent Magnet DC 10HP 125A cont. 300A peek 1 minute.
Drivetrain	Original 4 speed dry clutch.
Controller	Kelly KD72301 72 VOLT PM with regen, 300 amp peak.
Batteries	12 Johnson Controls MAXX-29, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded 6S2P, 6 in series buddy paired at 250 Ah, total 18KW 57 lb each, $70 from Walmart. weight 700lb
System Voltage	72 Volts
Charger	HWC4-7230A HWC4 Series 72V/30A Charger.
Heater	recycled motor hot air. Lets not waste it.
DC/DC Converter	HWZ Series DC/DC Convertor 72V to 12V 300W. Hoping not to need an accessory battery. will convert lighting to LED.
Top Speed	50 MPH (80 KPH) If I'm very lucky. normal 35-45.
Acceleration	Don't care as long as it gets there.
Range	60 Miles (96 Kilometers) I hope.
Watt Hours/Mile	160 Wh/Mile projected
Seating Capacity	2 adults
Curb Weight	2,100 Pounds (954 Kilograms) projected
Conversion Time	WIP
Conversion Cost	WIP
Additional Features	This car will not use heaters for cabin heat. I will be re-pumping the exhausted heat from the motor.

1976 MG Midget“The Money Pit”