| Owner | Rob Neighbour |
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| Location | Washington, District of Columbia US map |
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| Vehicle | 1984 Pontiac Fiero SE |
| Motor | Advanced DC FB1-4001 Series Wound DC 9" |
| Drivetrain | Original 4 speed transmission |
| Controller | Curtis 1231C |
| Batteries | 20 US Battery 2300, 6.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded |
| System Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Charger | K and W BC-20 120 VAC on-board |
| Heater | none yet, and I could use one, too! |
| DC/DC Converter | Sevcon 128 Volt 12 Amp |
| Instrumentation | a) Tach b) Pack Voltage c) Pack Amps d) 12 Volt Amps |
| Top Speed | 75 MPH (120 KPH) so far |
| Range | 70 Miles (112 Kilometers) |
| Seating Capacity | 2 adults |
| Curb Weight | 3,600 Pounds (1,636 Kilograms) |
| Tires | Bridgestone high pressure tires, BT-70S,; 195-65 R 14, on BBS wheels. |
| Additional Features | Power Disc Brakes |
| When purchased already converted in 1999, the car did 55 miles on 4 year old batteries with an EV novice(me) driving. One year later, it was doing 42 miles to 20% SOC, with 5 years on the Trojans. Future projects include a heater, 2 fans and a huge heat sink for the Curtis, a better location for, and better EV gauges, a stereo, and new upholstery for the driver's side. | |
1984 Pontiac Fiero
“Sparky”
Last Updated 06-22-2003
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