OwnerBill Bishoprick
LocationSalem, Oregon United States map
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Vehicle1968 Swallow
MotorAdvanced DC 203-06-4001 Series Wound DC
8"
DrivetrainVW 4 speed transaxle with lightened flywheel
ControllerCurtis 1231C
144 Volt 500 Amp
Batteries12 Optima 750 DS, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, AGM
Yellow Top
System Voltage144 Volts
ChargerK and W BC-20
on-board, with 144 Volt transformer
DC/DC ConverterSevcon
InstrumentationWestberg Voltmeter and Ammeter
Top Speed90 MPH (144 KPH)
estimated
Acceleration1/4 mile 19.89 seconds at 68.48 MPH (NEDRA drags)
Range30 Miles (48 Kilometers)
Seating Capacity2 adults
Curb Weight1,650 Pounds (749 Kilograms)
TiresBridgeston "Ecopia" (high pressure) 185/65/15
Conversion Time3 years
I would like to upgrade performance with more Ah and lighter/higher tech battery pack, any suggestions?

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