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Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-12-2011, 10:18 AM
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Posted By Ryland
Alot of these motors are high speed, low torque,...

Alot of these motors are high speed, low torque, so gearing it down somehow it needed without adding alot of weight.
I'm not finding a price list, but one forum I found said that one of the 11kw...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-12-2011, 04:39 AM
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Views: 3,019
Posted By DawidvC
If you look at some of the outrunners the rc guys...

If you look at some of the outrunners the rc guys are using, they are more than powerful enough - some of the motors are rated at over 10kw continuous.
Most wheel motors for bike and bicycles are...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-06-2011, 08:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,899
Posted By Ryland
The transmission weighs about 75 pounds and is...

The transmission weighs about 75 pounds and is tiny, the only reason that I had some help me carry the engine and the transmission while they were bolted together for my CRX was that there wasn't any...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-06-2011, 08:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,899
Posted By Patrick
Here is a good example of a CRX conversion with...

Here is a good example of a CRX conversion with AC drive: Advanced electric vehicle conversion project (http://www.metricmind.com/ac_honda/main2.htm)
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-06-2011, 12:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,899
Posted By Ryland
The weight of a CRX's engine is less then 200...

The weight of a CRX's engine is less then 200 pounds, light enough that I can pick it up off the ground and carry it by my self to the back of a vehicle, you might have another 100 pounds to remove...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-05-2011, 11:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,899
Posted By Daox
So your setup is going to have regenerative...

So your setup is going to have regenerative braking? Many DIY conversions don't due to the added cost of going with an AC system. Still, I think a 16kWh pack is prudent for 40 mile range. 6kWh is...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-05-2011, 07:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,302
Posted By mrchips47
newguy - I just finished a motorcycle...

newguy -
I just finished a motorcycle conversion. It is documented at this website. Google --

sites.google.com/site/wattshappeninkz650/
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-05-2011, 05:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,899
Posted By Daox
40 miles is going to require a pretty decent...

40 miles is going to require a pretty decent battery pack. You're looking at at least 16 kWh. Lithium is definitely the way to go though. I don't think I'd recommend doing a lead acid car unless...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-05-2011, 05:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,899
Posted By Frank Lee
I think you should look at our discussion on...

I think you should look at our discussion on "range extending generators".

I've had the notion that if the base vehicle doesn't have the capacity for carrying a heavy battery pack, that it...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-05-2011, 04:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,899
Posted By Frank Lee
We don't have enough info. For example, how much...

We don't have enough info. For example, how much range are you seeking? That leads to what battery tech you plan to use and if it's lead acid and longer range then you need a base vehicle with a...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-05-2011, 04:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,899
Posted By Daox
Have you seen BenNelson's DVD on how to build...

Have you seen BenNelson's DVD on how to build your own electric car? He sells them and it'll give you a very good idea of what you'll need to do with your own car.

Electric Car Instructional DVDs...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-05-2011, 12:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,899
Posted By Patrick
Volkswagen Rabbit. There are many EVs based on it...

Volkswagen Rabbit. There are many EVs based on it out there, kits are available, and even a book telling you how to do it. Check out Convert It: Amazon.com: Convert It! (9781879857940): Michael P....
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-05-2011, 10:14 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,899
Posted By Ryland
My worry with a car like a CRX is first off that...

My worry with a car like a CRX is first off that they do not handle having extra weight in them very well and are really sensitive to how well they are balanced.
My other worry with the CRX is that...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-05-2011, 08:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,899
Posted By Daox
I'm not real sure why you need help. It sounds...

I'm not real sure why you need help. It sounds like you have a bunch of good ideas already.
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 06-13-2011, 08:48 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,302
Posted By Ryland
The charger gets wired to the battery pack, so...

The charger gets wired to the battery pack, so does the controller.
controllers that allow regen breaking are charging the battery pack in a very simple crude manner by allowing the still spinning...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 06-13-2011, 01:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,302
Posted By puddleglum
Regen. braking is not the same as charging. ...

Regen. braking is not the same as charging. Regen. just puts a little back in on deceleration. You still need a charger, and as Ryland said, a good BMS to make sure everything is even. That's why...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 06-12-2011, 10:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,302
Posted By Ryland
does your friend have the title for it or are you...

does your friend have the title for it or are you going to end up with an electric motorcycle that you can not use on the road, sure Ben Nelson was able to get a replacement title for his motorcycle...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 06-12-2011, 08:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,302
Posted By puddleglum
What size of motorcycle are you starting with? ...

What size of motorcycle are you starting with? The size and weight of the bike is going to determine how much power you need. I've been looking at Golden Motor stuff as well but shipping costs seem...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 06-10-2011, 06:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,302
Posted By Ryland
You pretty much need to match your controller to...

You pretty much need to match your controller to the motor, if you use an AC motor then you need a controller that is designed for that motor, if you use a permanent magnet motor then you have many...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 06-10-2011, 04:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,302
Posted By MPaulHolmes
It's not trivial to get the lithium cells into a...

It's not trivial to get the lithium cells into a pack. The usual method is to use like 4000 amps in a spot welder. Soldering is not recommended since it damages them. There are people that have...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 06-10-2011, 09:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,302
Posted By bennelson
Motorcycles are pretty easy to work on and...

Motorcycles are pretty easy to work on and convert to electric.

My motorcycle is a 12 hp Briggs and Statton E-Tek. Works well.

My batteries are Optima Yellow Tops - 55ah lead-acid, four of...
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