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

Discussion in 'Electric Conversions' started by voyager, Nov 22, 2017.

  1. Brando

    Brando Active Member

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    ICON4x4 • HAND MADE IN LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
     
  2. jelloslug

    jelloslug Active Member

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    To follow up on my mid '70s Eldorado convertible post earlier, here is a purchase that I made a few months ago:

    [​IMG]
     
  3. mspohr

    mspohr Well-Known Member

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    I contacted EV West but my 20 year old Land Rover was not deemed worthy. Exploring other options. May work up the courage to DIY with my son in law who is a competent wrencher. Looks like a salvage Model 3 motor and batteries would be the best option. Just need to interface with the transfer case.
    Fortunately, the car keeps running on the old ICE for now.
     
  4. Brando

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    Tesla motors are designed for axles.

    Other motors you can bolt to your transmission. Much simpler.
    200 hp for +20 year old vehicle is plenty. Only need about 30 hp to cruise on the freeway.

    Can't easily make a Tesla in Land Rover clothing.
    You can much more easily put in an electric motor (remove engine/exhaust/gas tank) add batteries.

    get it? internet & youtube can inspire/show how it can be done
     
  5. mspohr

    mspohr Well-Known Member

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    Yes, thank you.
    I've been thinking about it a lot (as well as YouTube, etc.) but I'm not sure I "get it" yet.
    The Tesla model 3 motor is attractive because of efficiency and up to 16,000 rpm. I wouldn't use any of the transaxle. Just bolt the motor to the transfer case.
    One thing that bothers me about most EV conversions is that they keep the old transmission. Seems like dragging around a lot of fragile weight.
     
  6. ummgood

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    You could probably fit an 800kWh battery pack in that.
     
  7. jelloslug

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    With seating for 6 and room for their luggage. In reality, the Eldorado is front wheel drive with a flat floor. That leaves plenty of space for a battery pack under the floor like a conventional EV configuration.
     
  8. voyager

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    There sure must be room to put batteries in this 'boat on wheels' - the Buick Riviera:

    [​IMG]
     
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  10. Mad4EV

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    I to like jelloslig have a 73 eldo that I want to convert. Looking for ideas
     

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