| Owner | Ben Graves |
|---|---|
| Owner's Other EVs | 1983 Grumman Kurbwatt 2002 Human Electric Hybrid 1981 Honda 500 |
| Location | Southeast, Georgia United States map |
| Web/Email | WebPage |
| Vehicle | 1966 Volkswagen Bus |
| Motor | Advanced DC FB1-4001A Series Wound DC 9" |
| Drivetrain | Rancho Type 1 Performance Transmission with lower close ratio gearing |
| Controller | Curtis 1231C-8601 500 Amp |
| Batteries | GBS 100 ah, 12.00 Volt, Lithium-Ion |
| System Voltage | 128 Volts |
| Charger | Manzanita Micro PFC 50 w/75 amp buck |
| Heater | None |
| DC/DC Converter | Curtis |
| Instrumentation | Curtis "Fuel Gauge", Ammeter, Voltmeter, BMS video display |
| Top Speed | 65 MPH (104 KPH) Now with alpine gearing in 4th gear at 5000 rpm (stock VW was 68 MPH at redline) |
| Acceleration | Much quicker than stock. ICE was rated at 44 HP |
| Range | 35 Miles (56 Kilometers) Stopped to recharge when lowest cell dipped below 3.00 volts at 50 mph |
| Seating Capacity | 5 adults. 7 if I can find a factory VW bus middle seat! |
| Curb Weight | 2,800 Pounds (1,272 Kilograms) |
| Tires | Front 195/45/16 Rear 225/50/16 |
| Conversion Time | 6 Months |
| Conversion Cost | In 1999; 10k Now; add 6k for new lithium setup |
| Additional Features | Safari Windshields and Inertia powered A/C. |
| Special thanks to Bob at EV America and everyone at Rebirth Auto, friend Steve Reese, Tony at Fisher Buggies and Mike at Rancho Transmission. Watch the YouTube video WebPage | |
1966 Volkswagen Microbus
“Electric VW Bus”
Last Updated 11-09-2014
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