EV conversion for GTV?
Discussion
how hard can it be? 
Are there any dedicated forums / shows to DIY EV conversion of UK cars?
Being an rc modeler (of sorts) it would appear that the technology could be made into a simple kit with say 3 or 4 power / range options, and pre-harnessed - ie
speed controller with fly by wire throttle
battery pack options
motor options
Perhaps not ideal, but for simplicity the motor could be mated directly to cars gearbox input shaft (with or without clutch - unlike ic engine, elec can stop when needed and programmed to match gearchanges up and down the box for synchro changes?)
Whip out the engine and fuel tank, spread batteries to obtain desired weight distribution and bolt on motor with suitable adapter plate and cooling (fan and transmission should be enough to dissipate heat i imagine, if not a simple copper helical coling coil plumbed into exist rad, with elec pump)
jobs a goodun?!
I would like to research the appropriate components avail inernationally and see just how simple and inexpensive this type of conversion can be made
Ideal goals:
Remove engine and tank, 1 weekend
Fit motor, throttle and programmable speed controller, 1 weekend
wire up, test and rough mount battery packs, 1 weekend
Finish off battery compartments with temp control, 1 weekend
tune springs &dampers to provide personal pref. for new wt. dist.
Target cost: From £2500..
Range: from 100 mls, mixed driving - final goal 200 mls
Power: from 150bhp / 200 lb ft, 6-8000 max contin rpm
What do you think?
Panasonic are building a new mega plant with Tesla to reduce cost of best lithium ion (?) auto packs - not sure if they will re-sell at anything near affordable prices in next 5 yrs - I imagine currently over £5k for the best, supplying 1/6th of Tesla power (currently around $250 / KWH I believe, with $200 / KWH expected by end of next year) - what current reasonable alternatives are there to leading edge batteries that would suffice? - Not sure how many KWH is needed - since rc models are up around 1 KWH, quite a lot I imagine..
The motor and controller should be easy, it is a matter of sourcing batteries that will provide a modest power (compared to Tesla!) at a far more affordable price..
Any guys out there with up to date knowledge in these areas?
Anyone in Midlands fancy helping with above research and conversion? - Inc trade
Are there any dedicated forums / shows to DIY EV conversion of UK cars?
Being an rc modeler (of sorts) it would appear that the technology could be made into a simple kit with say 3 or 4 power / range options, and pre-harnessed - ie
speed controller with fly by wire throttle
battery pack options
motor options
Perhaps not ideal, but for simplicity the motor could be mated directly to cars gearbox input shaft (with or without clutch - unlike ic engine, elec can stop when needed and programmed to match gearchanges up and down the box for synchro changes?)
Whip out the engine and fuel tank, spread batteries to obtain desired weight distribution and bolt on motor with suitable adapter plate and cooling (fan and transmission should be enough to dissipate heat i imagine, if not a simple copper helical coling coil plumbed into exist rad, with elec pump)
jobs a goodun?!
I would like to research the appropriate components avail inernationally and see just how simple and inexpensive this type of conversion can be made
Ideal goals:
Remove engine and tank, 1 weekend
Fit motor, throttle and programmable speed controller, 1 weekend
wire up, test and rough mount battery packs, 1 weekend
Finish off battery compartments with temp control, 1 weekend
tune springs &dampers to provide personal pref. for new wt. dist.
Target cost: From £2500..
Range: from 100 mls, mixed driving - final goal 200 mls
Power: from 150bhp / 200 lb ft, 6-8000 max contin rpm
What do you think?
Panasonic are building a new mega plant with Tesla to reduce cost of best lithium ion (?) auto packs - not sure if they will re-sell at anything near affordable prices in next 5 yrs - I imagine currently over £5k for the best, supplying 1/6th of Tesla power (currently around $250 / KWH I believe, with $200 / KWH expected by end of next year) - what current reasonable alternatives are there to leading edge batteries that would suffice? - Not sure how many KWH is needed - since rc models are up around 1 KWH, quite a lot I imagine..
The motor and controller should be easy, it is a matter of sourcing batteries that will provide a modest power (compared to Tesla!) at a far more affordable price..
Any guys out there with up to date knowledge in these areas?
Anyone in Midlands fancy helping with above research and conversion? - Inc trade
Edited by Count Vampirski on Friday 24th April 16:28
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