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  1. jpaz
    Thread

    Is this a crazy idea? Let's go camping.

    Last night I parked next to an old VW camper and it got me to thinking. I could see a Tesla camper someday. Could drive as an EV to campgrounds...
    Thread by: jpaz, Mar 8, 2018, 8 replies, in forum: Future Vehicles
  2. bob_bear
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    Using my model x p100d as a mobile off grid power source?

    I'm a Keen camper and need to upgrade my failing old deep cycle agm batteries. I was looking into equivalent lithium batteries and they're super...
    Thread by: bob_bear, Mar 1, 2018, 3 replies, in forum: Model X
  3. DHutch92
    Thread

    Model S PTC heater control?

    Hello TMC, I've gotten some good information lurking over the past year or two, thanks all! Wondering if anyone has successfully figured out how...
    Thread by: DHutch92, Feb 23, 2018, 2 replies, in forum: Technical
  4. selfbp
    Thread

    Keeping battery preheated?

    I’m up a few times throughout the night(s) and was wondering if it would be beneficial to use the new preconditioning battery feature on firmware...
    Thread by: selfbp, Dec 31, 2017, 10 replies, in forum: Model S: Driving Dynamics
  5. littlezzboy
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    Charging needs?

    Hey, I wonder if you guys have charging needs other than charging at home. I always want to purchase an EV since it's way more cost-effective than...
    Thread by: littlezzboy, Dec 31, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  6. Lhshockey24
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    Tax Credit

    Effective date.−The provision applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2017. Senate Amendment No provision. Conference Agreement The...
    Thread by: Lhshockey24, Dec 15, 2017, 20 replies, in forum: Model S
  7. evfromwest
    Thread

    Tesla Battery Modules for sale

    [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Tesla Model S Battery Modules for sale
    Thread by: evfromwest, Nov 30, 2017, 61 replies, in forum: Tesla Parts for Sale
  8. voyager
    Thread

    Which (classic) car would you like to see converted?

    Into an EV... Mine is the Citroen DS. Haven't seen too many projects that feature a DS EV. As a matter of fact, I have seen only one.... that runs...
    Thread by: voyager, Nov 22, 2017, 29 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  9. deckofficer
    Thread

    My one off creation predates Zero Motorcycles by 2 years

    Since I'm in the market for a Zero Motorcycle I have been reading their site's every page. When I read their 10 years of history I was taken back...
    Thread by: deckofficer, Sep 19, 2017, 0 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  10. jackbauer
    Thread

    Tesla Powered BMW E31 8 Series

    First post here. I don't have a Tesla (yet!) but a bit like the song "one Piece at a time" I seem to have quite a few parts:) My name is Damien...
    Thread by: jackbauer, Sep 15, 2017, 42 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  11. AmpedSaturn
    Thread

    AMP Motors Saturn Sky conversion

    Hi All, Thought you might enjoy seeing a bit of EV history from our collection. I manage a small group of cars here in Cincinnati that includes...
    Thread by: AmpedSaturn, Sep 13, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  12. SabrToothSqrl
    Thread

    Jag, unlike most EV makers, doesn't beat EV with ugly stick

    [MEDIA]
    Thread by: SabrToothSqrl, Sep 7, 2017, 5 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  13. Carl W
    Thread

    Nice 1973 Porsche 914 EV needing new home.

    I have a 1973 Porsche 914 that's converted to 100% electric power. It even has carpool (clean air) stickers for driving in California HOV lanes....
    Thread by: Carl W, Aug 26, 2017, 8 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  14. IAK78612
    Thread

    Open Source Tesla Drive Unit Controller!!!

    So I know there are a several sources like Michal in Sweden, GEVCU, and other that have hacked the DU inverter. Jack sells his units for 25k ish....
    Thread by: IAK78612, Aug 7, 2017, 2 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  15. Gausspowered
    Thread

    Tesla technical information

    Hello all, my name is ryan and I am new to the TMC forums and teslas in general. I am on here because I have been thinking of taking on a new...
    Thread by: Gausspowered, Jul 26, 2017, 7 replies, in forum: Technical
  16. jerjozwik
    Thread

    franken-ev, nsu prinz powered by tesla.

    figured i should start a build thread here! a while ago i bought a 196x's nsu prinz for about $400 including shipping. since then i struggled to...
    Thread by: jerjozwik, May 15, 2017, 4 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  17. ecarfan
    Thread

    Kreisel Evex 910e

    This looks like fun. This Porsche 910 Has Been Converted Into An Electric Supercar Basic specs: "electric powertrain using a 53kWh battery pack...
    Thread by: ecarfan, Apr 9, 2017, 1 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  18. mmccord
    Thread

    Lotus Evora with Model S motor / Chevy Volt batteries

    Not mine, but saw this over on the lotus forums. Lotus Evora Tesla EV Build - LotusTalk - The Lotus Cars Community [ATTACH]
    Thread by: mmccord, Mar 15, 2017, 2 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  19. Laserbrain
    Thread

    Arnie's new fully electric (80 kwh) G-Class conversion from Austria

    Pretty cool ride: [MEDIA] Making of: [MEDIA]
    Thread by: Laserbrain, Feb 5, 2017, 0 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  20. tiger82
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    Tesla Powered Cobra Race Car

    [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Thought you might be interested in seeing our Tesla powered race car that we hope to have on track...
    Thread by: tiger82, Jan 16, 2017, 13 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  21. SabrToothSqrl
    Thread

    EV Parts - cheap leaves?

    2011 Nissan Leaf SL, $5490 | Cars.com Seems to me it may be cheaper to buy this and get a motor, controller, and batteries (and some ugly car...
    Thread by: SabrToothSqrl, Jan 4, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  22. Jallum.pa.us
    Thread

    My sailboat battery project!

    I've decided to upgrade the battery pack on my sailboat! I bought four "sheets" from a salvaged Model S 85 battery pack, and have set about...
    Thread by: Jallum.pa.us, Dec 7, 2016, 5 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  23. electricocar
    Thread

    Electric Racing Car

    Hi guys!, Any ideas what kind of battery should I use on a formula electric car with a max of 18kW?
    Thread by: electricocar, Sep 23, 2016, 0 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  24. edubindie
    Thread

    Everyone should at least try an EV, why not in style?

    Hi all, Please check out our Kickstarter project to convert a classic camper to all-electric to hire to the public around the UK. We are based in...
    Thread by: edubindie, Sep 1, 2016, 0 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  25. dgindio
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    Electric Hot-Rodders Combine Tesla And Chevy Parts Into A 420 HP Tire Melter

    This article is taken from the Jalopnik Newsletter. Electric Hot-Rodders Combine Tesla And Chevy Parts Into A 420 HP Tire Melter
    Thread by: dgindio, Aug 10, 2016, 0 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  26. dgindio
    Thread

    A Burned Out Ferrari was converted to an electric Vehicle

    [ATTACH] Electric Ferrari
    Thread by: dgindio, May 9, 2016, 0 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  27. e-FTW
    Thread

    Ferrari 308 GTE

    [MEDIA] http://jalopnik.com/the-worlds-first-electric-ferrari-ditches-the-v8-for-ti-1775115307 I want to try it! A 5-speed manual! WANT! "That...
    Thread by: e-FTW, May 7, 2016, 0 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  28. Takumi
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    EV aftermarket modifications?

    There's a lot of aftermarket support for ICE. Why isn't there any for EVs considering how much "simpler" they're supposed to be? If there is, can...
    Thread by: Takumi, May 1, 2016, 0 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  29. DrJeff
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    The TesLorean

    The TesLorean project is to integrate technology (including the drive unit) from a Model S into a DeLorean DMC-12. The DeLorean is rear-wheel...
    Thread by: DrJeff, Mar 25, 2016, 61 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  30. mspohr
    Thread

    Stanford's self-driving, electric, drifting DeLorean

    Fun news on "Back to the Future" day... Introducing MARTY, Stanford's self-driving, electric, drifting DeLorean Stanford Professor Chris Gerdes...
    Thread by: mspohr, Oct 21, 2015, 4 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  31. muleferg
    Thread

    Miata EV

    [ATTACH]Leaf Batteries [ATTACH] [ATTACH]West Wilkes EV Team getting ready for auto cross [ATTACH]
    Thread by: muleferg, Oct 14, 2015, 5 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  32. Phillip L
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    Convertible ev's out there?

    I wonder if anyone out there has an ev convertible? With the quiet of the ev drivetrain I would think it would be great. I had a Miata years ago...
    Thread by: Phillip L, Aug 18, 2015, 12 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  33. gene
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    Early VW Samba Van is converted to an EV, nice video!

    Early VW Samba Van is converted to an EV, nice video! Buses By The Bridge 266 mile Trip on TesLA 18650 Batteries eSamba Ep 42 BBB - YouTube
    Thread by: gene, Jul 23, 2015, 1 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  34. Takumi
    Thread

    All Electric '68 Mustang

    Zombie 222
    Thread by: Takumi, Apr 4, 2015, 1 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  35. rtz
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    Put a Tesla motor in any car or truck ever made

    Coming soon. Jack Rickard has bought a motor/inverter to be installed on his test bench to drive another motor in the form of a dyno(see this...
    Thread by: rtz, Mar 23, 2015, 69 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  36. drtomca
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    Planning to convert boat to electric, need parts and advice

    I have a Zodiac Hurricane with a 200 hp diesel over jet drive. Jet is driven by toothed belt. Looking to convert to electric. The 85S has the...
    Thread by: drtomca, Mar 21, 2015, 19 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  37. tga
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    Are commercial EV's killing the conversion industry?

    I've been thinking off and on about doing a conversion on my 2004 Mini Cooper S, but the numbers just don't seem to make sense. Alternative #1 -...
    Thread by: tga, Feb 12, 2015, 31 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  38. deckofficer
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    My 1st EV, a one off roll your own

    About 15 years ago I decided I wanted to design a little electric scooter that would have the potential to beat a Harley to 40 mph. I can tell you...
    Thread by: deckofficer, Feb 10, 2015, 5 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  39. Phil TAW
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    Can custom car builders buy parts from Tesla?

    As a PASSIONATE Tesla supporter (buying a Model 3 - will be first on the reserve list) and an inventor/car builder I often dream of the day I...
    Thread by: Phil TAW, Aug 21, 2014, 15 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  40. UpstateElectric
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    My 1952 Ford F-1 Truck with an AC AND DC drive system

    [URL=http://imgur.com/1WjPnJg][ATTACH] [URL=http://imgur.com/eM3g1ab][ATTACH] [URL=http://imgur.com/iilryMA][ATTACH] It's direct drive...
    Thread by: UpstateElectric, Apr 22, 2014, 13 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  41. pdemos
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    Converting a roadster into another body

    Looking for a reality check and any info I can get. My dream car build would be an electric Porsche 911 (preferably an early 70's model). I have...
    Thread by: pdemos, Jan 6, 2014, 13 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  42. sranger
    Thread

    1974 VW EVThing

    Here is my converted 1974 VW Thing. [ATTACH] It has a 120VDC / 650amp HPEVS Three phase AC-50 motor and Curits Controller. It works out to...
    Thread by: sranger, Dec 31, 2013, 3 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  43. Otmar
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    Electric "conversion" of a VW Westfalia using a Model S platform

    It's more of a body swap than an electric conversion. I'm awaiting delivery on the Model S that I plan to graft under my Stretched VW Vanagon. It...
    Thread by: Otmar, Dec 3, 2013, 47 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  44. twinklejet
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    Land Rover goes electric

    Link: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/10231948/Land-Rover-goes-electric-at-the-Eden-Project.html
    Thread by: twinklejet, Aug 20, 2013, 1 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  45. Bearman
    Thread

    ZelectricBug™

    Our initial offering will be the ZelectricBug™ – featuring the Zelectric powertrain built into restored VW Beetles (1958–1966.) As of July 2013,...
    Thread by: Bearman, Aug 18, 2013, 5 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  46. Johan
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    Need tips for EV conversion shop!

    My favourite classic car has always been the early 70's Corvette Stingrays, you know the one's with the really fat hood and the ridges over the...
    Thread by: Johan, Jul 14, 2013, 4 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  47. teslaspotter
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    Lighthouse Charter school EV conversion project sparks new initiatve

    Yesterday was pretty exciting! & I want to keep the momentum going.. I KNOW this is unplug day & I KNOW this project seems a bit off-topic,...
    Thread by: teslaspotter, Mar 2, 2013, 0 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  48. dpeilow
    Thread

    BigFoot monster truck goes electric

    BigFoot goes electric
    Thread by: dpeilow, Nov 9, 2012, 11 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  49. dpeilow
    Thread

    Toyota GT86 EV

    Toyota | (VIDEO) An electric Toyota GT86 laps Suzuka in 2:57 minutes | Hybrid cars, green vehicles, electric bike: TechnologicVehicles.com,...
    Thread by: dpeilow, Nov 4, 2012, 0 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
  50. Adm
    Thread

    Jaguar E-Type

    It just hit me: The E in Jaguar E-Type stands for Electric. [media]
    Thread by: Adm, Sep 7, 2012, 0 replies, in forum: Electric Conversions
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