Long time lurker (which has been invaluable in my long Fiat restomod), first time poster. I just wanted to thank everyone here indirectly, as this forum is a treasure-trove of information for us like minded people. And, as you have all shared your projects, struggles and successes, I feel like I should do the same. During Covid, I purchased a barley running 1976, with the eventual plan to turn it completely into an EV. After years of trial and error (mostly errors), and having to rebuild/redesign the engine mount and motor to transmission adapter three times, I’d like to present the final product (and to answer any questions other people in my situation might have).
Current Specifications:
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Current Specifications:
- 96V operational voltage
- 650 amp / 62.4 kW peak power
- 160 Ah battery capacity (two 48V LG Chem-based lithium packs in series)
- Level 1 charging only @ 10 amps
- Water-cooled controller (Curtis 1238-7601)
- Air-cooled, brushless, 3-phase AC motor (HPEVS AC-50), producing 71 hp and 120 ft lb torque
- Clutchless, direct drive in 4th gear
- Normal, unrestricted license plates and 100% smog exemption certificate
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