hello im new
 

This place is great! I am interested in setting up a electronic vehicle, not sure when I will start. I am in Northern VA, any one here from there?

Is there anything special you have to do for safety inspections, etc?

Welcome to Ecomodder
 

goEv,

I'm in Herndon, VA. I haven't gotten into EV's yet, but wouldn't mind discussing them.

easy

hey easy. I am in woodbridge/manassas. I am checking into things and trying to see what the options are and how much it will cost. Have you checked into what car to use? I would like to try a porshe 914, but then they are old and may have rust issues. Something with 4 seats would be more practical of course

Welcome to ecomodder! You'll definitely find lots of people here experienced with DIY electric cars.

goEv,

You might want to look around for info. Here's a link for the DC Chapter of the Electric Automobile Association. You might fine some answers to your questions on that site.

Electric Auto Association - Electric Vehicle Information

A lot of folks are looking for an improvement over the old lead acid battery. For most EV's they will give you a range of about 50 miles. The newer batteries cost big bucks....

easy

The "East of the Mississippi EAA Confrence" would be a great place to see modded electric cars for yourself, and meet people who have converted, and it's happening pretty close to you (Hagerstown, MD). The link is here:
East EAA Conference

And here's a link to a book by a local Maryland author about electric cars... although it's more about their history and advantages then how to convert:
Two Cents Per Mile by Nevres Cefo