OwnerAndrew Gaylo
LocationBroomfield, Colorado United States map
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Vehicle1991 Volkswagen Cabriolet
Converted in 2001 using Electro Automotive
VoltsRabbit kit.
MotorAdvanced DC Series Wound DC
8-inch
ControllerCurtis 1221C
Batteries16 Johnson Controls GC2, 6.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded
Currently on the the third set of 6V T105
style batteries.
System Voltage96 Volts
ChargerRussco
Crappy crappy
Heater96V electrical heater where the original
block heater was
DC/DC ConverterCurtis
InstrumentationElectro Auto SOC and Amp meter
Top Speed70 MPH (112 KPH)
Range50 Miles (80 Kilometers)
Typical driving is about 40 miles, 50 on a
good day. the furthest every driven on a
single charge is 70 miles on the 2002 Tour
De Sol.
Seating CapacityCan seat 4
Curb Weight3,300 Pounds (1,499 Kilograms)
TiresGoodyear Invicta low rolling resistance
Conversion Time3 Months, part time
Additional FeaturesConvertible top, manual. This vehicle competed in the 2001
and 2002 Tour De Sol held by NESEA. In 2002 this vehicle
won third place for most efficient light duty vehicle.

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