I've got a 2007 Honda Fit w/manual transmission that I originally bought to
convert but never did.  I'm selling it now (San Antonio, TX).  Anti-lock
brakes are usually an independent system as far as I know.


On Wed, Jan 8, 2014 at 1:03 PM, Adrian DeLeon <[email protected]> wrote:

> After 7 1/2 years and 27,000 miles of faithful service, my 1987 VW
> Cabriolet conversion is finally starting to fall apart. Here are some of
> its current issues:
>
>         * Parking brake not very strong
>         * Small hole in top layer of convertible top
>         * Cracked weather stripping around driver/passenger windows
>         * Seat padding worn through to metal frame
>         * Need to replace passenger seat belt
>         * Intermittent odometer
>         * etc.
>
> In addition, my kids are getting bigger and won't fit into the back seat
> much longer. One is still in a front-facing car seat with 5 point harness,
> but the older one has just the OEM lap belt. And I don't think this car
> ever had a 5-star crash rating :)
>
> I could:
>
> 1) Move the Thundersky cells to my Toyota Truck EV while I build a new
> conversion, or
> 2) Sell/part-out both EVs and purchase a (used) Leaf or PIH.
>
> I've wanted to sell the truck for a while now - it's no longer practical
> with 2 growing passengers. So I'm leaning towards option 2 *IF* I can find
> a good home for my EVs (or their parts).
>
> The Toyota Truck:
> http://www.evalbum.com/3152
> Warp 11" motor, Zilla 1k, Manzanita PFC-20, Zivan NG1 600W DC/DC, and 25
> struggling golf cart batteries. Recently redone headliner, carpet, and seat
> upholstery. Custom leaf springs & heavy duty torsion bars for the extra
> weight.
>
> The Cabriolet:
> http://www.evalbum.com/776
> Impulse 9" motor, Zilla 1K, Manzanita PFC-20 charger, industrial 700W
> DC/DC and a 2-year-old pack of 38 160AH Thundersky cells that are still
> going strong.
>
> If I end up doing another conversion, what are some good donor/glider
> options? I'm not looking for another convertible. I love my small car! Easy
> to drive, park, and make U-turns. I don't need A/C, but at least 1 cup
> holder would be nice. My main concern is with all the electronics in the
> newer cars. Can I get the instrument cluster working? The anti-lock brakes?
> Security system/keyless entry?
>
> My current preference would be a 2005 or newer Honda Fit, Toyota Yaris, or
> Ford Focus. Any other suggestions?
>
> Adrian
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