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Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 05-06-2016, 07:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,554
Posted By botsapper
Tesla teen tested

A teenage driver with five teen occupants lost control going through a curve at excessive speeds, the Model S flew through the air and executed a 'Falcon 5' crash landing. The Tesla's engine-less...
Forum: Aerodynamics 05-02-2016, 12:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,678
Posted By Fat Charlie
Roger, Roger. My understanding of what a...

Roger, Roger.

My understanding of what a camper is a bit different. It's not there to be Dark Aero...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 04-18-2016, 10:03 AM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 141,181
Posted By thingstodo
I DID have some Tesla Stock .. but I'm not the...

I DID have some Tesla Stock .. but I'm not the day-trader type I guess. I dumped it with a modest gain (bought 175, it went down as low as maybe 115 and recovered to 180). After I sold it, Tesla...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 04-18-2016, 09:51 AM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 141,181
Posted By samwichse
Yes, it's been quite the performer for me. But...

Yes, it's been quite the performer for me. But I'm long-term and I think it's a bit over-inflated where it is currently. Even if it loses 1/3 of its value, it's still a big win. Especially if Tesla...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 04-14-2016, 10:44 PM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 141,181
Posted By madodel
Turtle I reserved 2. And yes the long wait. Waited...

I reserved 2. And yes the long wait. Waited over two years to get my Model X. You will learn about Tesla Time now. But it will be worth the wait. There is nothing like instant torque.

The...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 04-14-2016, 05:35 PM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 141,181
Posted By ChewChewTrain
In silver, the front end of the Model 3 reminds...

In silver, the front end of the Model 3 reminds me of Gort, the robot from the movie "The Day the Earth Stood Still" (the original).
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 04-07-2016, 01:37 PM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 141,181
Posted By Daox
We can all complain about whatever we don't like...

We can all complain about whatever we don't like about the car. Or, we can look at what they're offering which is head and shoulders above what anyone else is currently offering.

200 mile range...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 04-07-2016, 01:26 PM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 141,181
Posted By MetroMPG
325k orders

Apparently they're now up to 325,000 reservations placed (http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1103292_tesla-model-3-reservations-rise-to-325000-after-one-week) for the car.

That's nuts.

I'll be...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 04-05-2016, 02:17 PM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 141,181
Posted By Xist
Short people with Napoleon complexes like to call...

Short people with Napoleon complexes like to call shotgun. Sure, I could pick them up and move them out of my way, but then they might bite my ankles.

Well, not in my combat boots.

Note to...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 04-04-2016, 03:44 PM
Replies: 3,480
Views: 916,554
Posted By MPaulHolmes
Andrew Clark got his car running with his Nissan...

Andrew Clark got his car running with his Nissan Leaf motor and the controller I sent to him!! This is officially the first vehicle test in the known universe. Although, I think that one species...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-30-2016, 11:48 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,744
Posted By freebeard
At least you'll have something to post in...

At least you'll have something to post in Saving@Home (http://ecomodder.com/forum/saving-home.html).
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-26-2016, 12:03 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,744
Posted By thingstodo
Yes. As I understand it, you need 650V if you...

Yes. As I understand it, you need 650V if you want full power and full speed.



There has been some discussion about adding a boost circuit to Paul's controller, but the components are heavy...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-23-2016, 03:56 PM
Replies: 423
Views: 126,060
Posted By jackbauer
Made some progress with the GS450H gearbox. Using...

Made some progress with the GS450H gearbox. Using the DIR pin from Paul's resolver board has made a big difference. OF course then I receive some PCBs in the post today from Paul with a new resolver...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-22-2016, 12:52 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,744
Posted By freebeard
More than just a post, there's a whole thread:...

More than just a post, there's a whole thread: http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthread.php/hot-rodding-toyota-mgr-29878.html

To further Thalass's point, the part in question #G105048010 (used) was...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-22-2016, 10:14 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,744
Posted By Isaac Zackary
Here's a reduction box that goes for $4495 each....

Here's a reduction box that goes for $4495 each. Torque Trends EV Reduction Box (http://www.torquetrends.com/#!electric-conversion-vehicle/c21lx).
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-22-2016, 10:04 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,744
Posted By bryn
there was a post about toyota suv hybrid...

there was a post about toyota suv hybrid diff/motor combo. for the rear wheels to make it 4wd i think it was about 100 pounds motor/diff with good power, if you just had one front and one rear. you...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-20-2016, 08:59 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,744
Posted By freebeard
All IMHO of course, but... The size of the...

All IMHO of course, but...

The size of the motor isn't the only consideration. Using what I learned about a single-speed 10Krpm motor as an example; the stress on the system at low speeds is in...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-18-2016, 10:44 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,744
Posted By Isaac Zackary
Doing the math, you have about 110ft-lbs of...

Doing the math, you have about 110ft-lbs of torque up to 3500RPM. That would be 488.4ft-lbs of wheel torque. With 225/50 16 tires you get 573.8lbs of force on the pavement. That minus about 130N of...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-17-2016, 09:28 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,744
Posted By freebeard
Look at the orange line. The 'knee' I was...

Look at the orange line. The 'knee' I was speaking of is at ~3600rpm.

Torque for acceleration. Horsepower for top speed.
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-11-2016, 01:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,377
Posted By freebeard
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MUsE4rkfzkc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MUsE4rkfzkc
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-10-2016, 10:11 PM
Replies: 3,480
Views: 916,554
Posted By tajman
Just have to say I admire the dedication and teamwork

First of all I apologize in advance for the long post but this thread (I read it all) is a very intriguing read. The unfolding drama of the controller being revised to perfection was enthralling! I...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-01-2016, 08:24 AM
Replies: 3,480
Views: 916,554
Posted By MPaulHolmes
Awesome job, ale0502!! One way to improve the...

Awesome job, ale0502!! One way to improve the robustness of the precharge circuit is to pass the precharge wire through one of the 3 current sensors. You could wrap it around a few times to...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 02-25-2016, 11:33 PM
Replies: 3,480
Views: 916,554
Posted By MPaulHolmes
I've got the "saliency adjuster" code working, so...

I've got the "saliency adjuster" code working, so it can run an interior permanent magnet motor now. well, I'm going to switch back to the Toyota mgr and get that working now that I know it works...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 01-04-2016, 02:30 PM
Replies: 230
Views: 154,909
Posted By Stubby79
Smile Firefly Electric Conversion

Hiya, all. I've been collecting EV parts for a few years now, and finally, a month back, I bought a high mileage '98 firefly with a blow trans for cheap to do the conversion on.

Here she is:...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 12-01-2015, 03:16 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,503
Posted By botsapper
The 2017 Chevy Bolt production pics

GM's next long range electric vehicle, the 2017 Chevy Bolt. It is GM's effort for an affordable $30,000 EV with a (LG Chem batteries) 200 mile range. It has the 'floating roof' design (BMW i3 and...
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