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OwnerElbert
LocationSan Antonio, Texas United States map
Vehicle1970 Volkswagen type1 modified
early bug with aftermarket BGW body kit
MotorD&D Motor Systems, Inc. Model# ES-31B Series Wound DC
90 HP at 144 volt
DrivetrainRWD 4 spd trans - clutchless
ControllerCurtis Curtis 1231C
Batteries12, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded
Deep Cycle from Sam's Clubs
System Voltage144 Volts
ChargerQuick Charge
144V Float
HeaterHUH...is that like A/C?
actually have a/c setup...just haven't gotten that far yet...lots of ideas on heat as well...any good solutions welcome...12/24V preferred...
DC/DC Converter
none
Instrumentationfactory speedo with Simpson aux gauges
Top Speed70 MPH (112 KPH)
maybe more...not broken in yet...
Accelerationexcellent
Range30 Miles (48 Kilometers)
similar vehicle driven 62 miles at about 20 mph...:)
Watt Hours/Mileno information
EV Miles
Start:82,000 Miles (131,938 Kilometers)
Current:82,200 Miles (132,259 Kilometers)
Total:200 Miles (321 Kilometers)
Seating Capacity2 adults (4 Now)
Curb Weight2,500 Pounds (1,136 Kilograms)
about 2500 pounds....need to weigh..
Tirestraditional automotive street tires...two different sizes..
Conversion Timelots....probably at least 200 hours
Conversion Costtoooo much...and still going strong..
Additional Featuresfun to drive...gets a lot of attention...i figure this is a good way to sell the EV idea to others....you can have a cool car and still be green....
has been a lot of fun

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