David's 1996 Civic LX EV

[Christ]

Why not install a manual? No clutch required.

[TheSGC]

Originally Posted by vpoppv

Cool, a ceramic heater on 72v! I thought only the 144v volt guys coud use them....

I actually have a 96 volt system, so it should be as close to the original heat as possible.

[TheSGC]

Originally Posted by Christ

Why not install a manual? No clutch required.

Simple, just costs. The automatic was a lot cheaper than a manual because with the manual I would need the transmission, mounts, clutch, pressure plate, shifter and linkages. The cost of all that was over $900 where a replacement Auto was only $300.

On the transmission note, I won't be able to get it until maybe Monday. Apparently the forklift guy put a crack in the casing and the transmission was sent out for repair. Ugh.

I just checked my EV's computer to see if the transmission shot any codes out, but it didn't so I am off to take it apart and try to find any damage. The transmission makes a racket when spun up and I can't tell where the noise is actually coming from.

[TheSGC]

So, I got my new transmission and finally got it mostly installed. I have to reinstall the left wheel assembly before I can reinstall the motor and control systems. I have a few afternoons this week that I can work on the EV and I hope to be fully driving by Thursday afternoon.

[MPaulHolmes]

Awesome!!!

[TheSGC]

Originally Posted by MPaulHolmes

Awesome!!!

I am SOO CLOSE!! I have the new transmission in, cooler hooked up and sensors plugged back in. I spent today reinstalling the left wheel setup and cleaning up the mess from all the rain/mud splash all over the car. Tomorrow, if I make it home before dark, I will reinstall the motor and fill the transmission with ATF. I still have to finish the AC/PS mount, but I might just put it off and get driving again!