Rear quarterFront Bay
OwnerDave Cloud
LocationWoodinville, Washington United States map
Vehicle1997 Geo Metro
Optimized for high efficiency, and high mileage.
MotorAdvanced DC 203-09-4001 Series Wound DC
2X "Shorty' version of typical 8" ADC motor
Drivetrain8" ADC motor on each rear wheel, with independent battery packs and controllers.
ControllerCurtis 1209B-6402
72 Volt, 400A
Batteries60 Interstate Various, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded
Group 56 BLEM batteries, 33 lbs ea.
System Voltage72 Volts
Charger Bad Boy
Bridge Rectifier
Heater2 ceramic 1500W heaters
DC/DC Converter yes
Instrumentation2 BSD batman meters - WebPage
Top Speed72 MPH (115 KPH)
Acceleration0-60 in 18 seconds (unverified)
Range200 Miles (321 Kilometers)
Watt Hours/Mile162 Wh/Mile
EV Miles
Current:156 Miles (251 Kilometers)
 
    As of 5/5/2010
Seating Capacity2 adults
Curb Weight3,200 Pounds (1,454 Kilograms)
Conversion Time1 year
Conversion Cost$3000
Built for long range record using Lead Acid batteries.

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