Re: [EVDL] Need Nelco motor

Hi Bill, Long time no talk. Hope the bomb is still running strong! If your friend might be interested in a whole vehicle I have been giving some thought to selling my 5K mile `91 G-van, never have found the right deal on batteries. Not interested in parting it out tho. Contact me OL or

[EVDL] VW conversion motor needed

I have a vintage Corbin VW adapter kit and the GE aircraft starter generator it used, thinking of converting a bug I have laying around, would like to use a more modern motor. I was wondering if anyone on the list had found a motor that is a good fit HP and voltage wise (120v or so) for a bug?

[EVDL] VW conversion addendum

I should have added that I am looking at running a clutchless single speed gearbox around 3:1 final drive. Dach.  -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.evdl.org/private.cgi/ev-evdl.org/attachments/20141023/2a9ca4ca/attachment.htm

Re: [EVDL] VW conversion addendum

: On Oct 23, 2014, at 12:11 AM, David Chapman via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: I should have added that I am looking at running a clutchless single speed gearbox around 3:1 final drive. Dach. In that case, you're going to need an oversized motor to be able to handle either the torque

Re: [EVDL] Heating system

I have been following the heater thread and since I have that Webasco diesel fired heater in my G-van just out of curiosity checked what they cost. Holy cannolis!! 2500-5000? Even on Ebay they are bringing some big time money. I may have to do a surgical removal on that puppy. While I was

Re: [EVDL] Heating system

, October 29, 2014 1:03 AM, David Chapman via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: I have been following the heater thread and since I have that Webasco diesel fired heater in my G-van just out of curiosity checked what they cost. Holy cannolis!! 2500-5000? Even on Ebay they are bringing some big time

[EVDL] `91 G-van with 5 K miles for sale (was Webasco diesel heater)

While checking out the Webasco Diesel fired heater tonight I got to thinking about my cargo version G-van and the likely hood of me finding batteries that I can afford (investing in acreage right now instead) and the fact I have 2 VWs I want to convert. I have decided that I am sick of seeing a

Re: [EVDL] Heating system

David, that was my experience with my C-cars and their so called heaters as well. All it did was bring the smell into the interior. Dach   Do what you can, with what you have, where you are - Theodore Roosevelt “We reached the old wolf in time to watch a fierce green fire dying in her eyes

[EVDL] Missing 2 EMB Lectra frames

Well it looks like the thieves got my last 2 remaining EMB Lectra frames. Went to pull one out the other day and tinker with it, was thinking of building a EV ATV out of it and a 6 hp golf cart motor and diff I have laying around. Sadly it could have been anywhere in the last 6 months. They are

[EVDL] Honda Civic Hybrid battery pack info needed

I picked up a complete 2005 Honda Civic hybrid pack a couple weeks ago and was curious as to what all is contained in the can and what the battery voltage / Ahr is. Also, is the large flat air cooled item where the two orange cables run into some type of controller? Seems to have a 3 lug

[EVDL] PING, please ignore

 Just checking my account settings. I don't seem to be getting my mail consistently or able to access the private archives. Do what you can, with what you have, where you are - Theodore Roosevelt  -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL:

Re: [EVDL] power sterring

What voltage range is that pump and does it need a speed sensor feedback to operate properly?   On Thursday, November 20, 2014 12:40 PM, Electric Blue auto convertions via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: For any one whos interested, I bought a Nissan Pathfinder 013,014 electric power

[EVDL] EVDL Charter change

 David, could we set a deadline on debating this issue so we can vote and get it over with rather than rehash ad nauseum? Lately the list seems to have gone far afield from discussing EVs. Dach.  -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL:

Re: [EVDL] Scrapping an EV

If you have a title it is pretty much a slam dunk, after you get the parts you want pulled Google on the online car salvage buyers. In my area there is a network working under the name (IIRC) Sellusyourcaronline.com or similar. I sold them 4 or 5 cars last year and frankly they gave me what I

Re: [EVDL] inquiry about Lee's battery regulators

I have approx 50 Rudman Mk II battery regulator bare PCBs. July 2000 vintage. Don't have the paperwork for them anymore, if someone has a parts list / instructions that they wouldn't mind scanning and e-mailing I would appreciate it.  Dach.  On Monday, November 9, 2015 11:44 AM, Gary

[EVDL] Prius Engine rebuilt?

I have a friend that has a 2008 Prius, she just called me and told me that she took it in to the local Toyota garage that specializes in Prius for service. Apparently they just called and told her that she needs a brand new engine and it would cost $4,700. ?? Sounds kinda odd and frankly rather

[EVDL] Rudman MK II regulator PCBs

I have been cleaning out my collection and I found a box of 49 new - unused - unpopulated PCBs for the Rudman MKII regulator. Bought these years ago for a project that fell thru, these were boxed up and forgotten. They are marked  manzanita micro Reg Mk2 July 7 2000 RJR / JKS. The fellow that

[EVDL] Rudman MK2 pic

 Here is a link to the pic that didnt upload, thanks David R.! View image: rudman mk2 regboard |   | |   | |   |   |   |   |   | | View image: rudman mk2 regboardhttp://postimg.org/image/g1e2uxah3/ Link copy to clipboard http://s15.postimg.org/ivh88dcnf/rudman_mk2_regboard.jpg Direct Link

[EVDL] Fw: Anybody interested in 2011 Leaf with new pack for $8k?

Cor, lately I have seen a few of these older Leafs with a similar problem IE diminished battery pack and am wondering if one could simply just "troubleshoot" the existing pack and replace the sub par modules? I have not worked on one yet so I have no idea if that is even feasible let alone

Re: [EVDL] Anybody interested in 2011 Leaf with new pack for $8k?

Hi Cor, Ahh, I wondered if that would be the case, that the entire pack would have lost capacity "evenly". So if I understand correctly when you replace a pack you are sourcing good used modules from salvage vehicles? Have you found any replacement cells that would allow one to rebuild the

Re: [EVDL] Pair of Citi Cars in Santa Cruz

Hows the plastic? Any sun rot? I haved owned 4 1/2 of these. Dach.  "Do what you can, with what you have, where you are" - Theodore Roosevelt “We reached the old wolf in time to watch a fierce green fire dying in her eyes I was young then, and full of trigger-itch; I thought that because

[EVDL] Fair Radio parts and Rudman Mk1 docs needed

Does anyone know of a source for the AC and DC switch / breakers on a Fair Radio charger? These appear to be some type of aircraft or mil spec switch with I believe an integral breaker. When I first rebuilt this charger I got a pair from Bob Rice but I forgot to ask him where he found them. Or

[EVDL] Citicar chassis available

I have a bare Citicar chassis taking up room that I need for other projects. It had been hit high in the front and has 1 easily repaired damaged tube, otherwise no other structural damage. part of the plastic pan still there but probable sun rot. I originally thought to use it to build an

Re: [EVDL] Towing with a Bolt

I would worry about the trailer exceeding the limit of the brakes more than anything. If you are talking about a little 4x3 Harbor freight utility trailer for flat ground around town use thats one thing but anything bigger might be unsafe especially in less than optimal conditions On

[EVDL] Prius pickup anyone?

I have a 2014 Prius hatchback that ended up the creme filling in a California freeway Oreo, IE: it got hit hard in the rear and driven into the vehicle in front. Looks like the insurance company is going to total it as the right rear quarter panel was driven forward enough to make the right

Re: [EVDL] Prius pickup anyone?

essage- From: EV [mailto:ev-boun...@lists.evdl.org] On Behalf Of David Chapman via EV Sent: Sunday, January 07, 2018 8:58 PM To: Electric Vehicle Discussion List Cc: David Chapman Subject: [EVDL] Prius pickup anyone? I have a 2014 Prius hatchback that ended up the creme filling in a California f

Re: [EVDL] Prius pickup anyone?

/d/toyota-prius-gen-3/6436699404.htm l Cor. -Original Message- From: EV [mailto:ev-boun...@lists.evdl.org] On Behalf Of David Chapman via EV Sent: Sunday, January 07, 2018 8:58 PM To: Electric Vehicle Discussion List Cc: David Chapman Subject: [EVDL] Prius pickup anyone? I have a 2014 P

Re: [EVDL] Cheap DC motor control anyone?

Jan, thanks for the input on this. Lee I really appreciate the lead on the GE handbook, I downloaded it and indeed that circuit on pg 293 looks perfect for this project;  I am kind of helping / mentoring a friend of one of my sons with his project and he doesn't have anything for money so its a

Re: [EVDL] EVnewswire status: heart, again

Bruce,Sorry to hear you are dealing with this again. I am sure you would be surprised to know how many positive thoughts and prayers are being sent your way by people you probably couldn't pick out of a police lineup but whose lives you have touched in some way on your journey. Best of luck

Re: [EVDL] Roland Wiench

Yep, remember him well. Our conversations, his informative posts and his very kind attitude toward newbies was a tribute to his character. Sorry to hear he passed. Since my heart attack (thanks for the dietary advice Bob, LOL) I have not been as active on the EVDL as in the past; been too busy

[EVDL] Cheap DC motor control anyone?

Working on a belt sander project using a 130V PMDC motor off a treadmill. The control board got crushed so I need a simple cheap adjustable speed control. Anyone have something laying around they want to get rid of? Need 115Vac input. Thanks Dach. "Do what you can, with what you have, where you

Re: [EVDL] Big Batteries in 1957

Hmm. I have a military silver zinc charger on the shelf in the Junquyard. Going to have to have another look at it and see where they hid the Airman, LoL. Dach "Do what you can, with what you have, where you are" - Theodore Roosevelt “We reached the old wolf in time to watch a fierce green fire

[EVDL] Prius pack rebuilding

Anyone know if there any companies that are currently producing "drop in" LFP or LTO replacement cells / modules for the 2011 and later Prius. Thinking of buying a Prius with a dead main pack and rebuilding the pack with newer technology modules. Seems like this should be something done to

Re: [EVDL] Ford Transit XLT By Azure for Ford

Azure is long out of business. I still have a brand new electric AC compressor setup that came from the Azure bankruptcy auction that I am going to put up for sale, hope whoever buys this van wants a spare LOL. Dach. On Thursday, November 22, 2018, 7:09:22 PM MST, EVDL Administrator via EV

[EVDL] Elek Trak for sale

I have decided that I have to thin the project herd. If anyone is interested I am going to offer my E-trak for sale. IIRC its an E15 or 20, bought it off Dennis Berube many years ago so it has kind of a history in the EV word. As I recall I put a battery in it and drove it off the trailer but

Re: [EVDL] Optima YT mock up batts FS

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[EVDL] Optima YT mock up batts FS

Cleaning out the Junquyard and found a dozen Optima YT  cases (have posts but were never built into a battery) that I got years ago for a battery rack project. These originally had a big "P" on them. Sun has faded them but otherwise intact. $10 bucks apiece + shipping. Prefer local pickup.

[EVDL] Li-Ion Battery for SLA use (OT?)

Sorry if this is somewhat OT but didn't know where else to turn for good advice on a battery selection for my ICE KZ1000 motorcycle. And as Lee Hart has so eloquently said "there are liars, damn liars and battery salesmen". I want the best SLA batt for the money as this is a large electric

Re: [EVDL] excellent EV project cars

What voltage are these? I have an electric A/C compressor that I am not sure but "think" that is what it was for. I will check the cars out on Google, your link doesn't seem to work. Dach. "Do what you can, with what you have, where you are" - Theodore Roosevelt “We reached the old wolf in

Re: [EVDL] Supercaps in EVs

Maybe Dennis B is still monitoring this forum, he and Bill Dube might be familiar with this and willing to chime in. We discussed pack stiffening years ago and frankly thought it had been done to death by now. I have a few flight packs worth of BB600s that might be very useful with a Ucap

[EVDL] Fair Radio (PP-1659A) charger circuit breakers needed

Does anyone have a pair of replacement circuit breakers for a "Fair Radio" aka PP-1659A to sell? Bob Rice sent me a pair of new ones a few years ago "just in case mine failed" and darned if I cannot seem to find them now that one has. Go figure eh? I would give him a ring and ask him where he

[EVDL] Fair Radio Charger on E-bay

Just thought I would share to the list; while looking for the breakers for my PP-1659A charger I found not one but two on Ebay. One is $99 + $30 shipping and the other is $250 local pickup only. For the ole timers that know what these are good for these have been getting very scarce - non

[EVDL] 18650 Li-Ion battery pack possible project

Ok so like I don't have enough projects to say grace over I have a neighbor that is a retired moto-x racer and motorcycle restorer that gave me his Schwinn Stealth 1000 to resurrect and "upgrade". He said he uses it to haul his trash cans to the corner of his acreage and to putter around on. To

Re: [EVDL] Fair Radio (PP-1659A) charger circuit breakers needed

Hi Sharkey, thanks for the pointer! Airpax triggers a memory; seems that might have been the brand that Bob sent me o so long ago. Seems like 20 amp might be better for the AC and DC sides although David mentioned 10 amp which might be more in line with the originals. Will know better when I

Re: [EVDL] Fair Radio (PP-1659A) charger circuit breakers needed

And electrowinning silver gold for refining too. Plating etc. Yes, they are a really neat piece. And oddly enough one thing I have always really liked is the "Lee Hart" solution for the 115/220 input. No fancy monkey motion, just take the plate off, flip the toggle and put the plate back on the

Re: [EVDL] 18650 Li-Ion battery pack possible project

Wow Mike, that is an awesome link!! They have what sounds like a heckva deal on 12.8v 6.6ah 84wh Lifepo4 module with 40a BMS for only 30 bucks ea! This would give me a 52V 26+ ahr pack for my friends wheelstander. Problem is I don't know anything about Lifepo4, is it similar to Li-Ion? Would

[EVDL] Lifepo4 packs math

Michael et al, So after a little more study I guess I see the possible shortcoming on these Lifepo4 packs, they have a recommended max discharge rate of 10 amps continuous so if I am doing the math right 4 of these in series would give me a (approx) 52v 400-500 watt pack to the controller.

[EVDL] Beefing up a chinese DC motor controller

Opened up a brand new 36V 500 watt brushed DC motor controller that just arrived to fix a loose wire and while re-soldering it I noticed that it had two 470uf 50V low esr polarized JWCO brand caps. Appear to my uneducated eye to be aluminum radial electrolytics (11mm by 25mm green tube) seems

[EVDL] Beefing up a chinese DC motor controller addendum

I should have included in my query that the controller is being used with a 36V 500w motor and 36v pack of Lifepo4's with 40 amp bms. Depending on how good the cells are I think the pack might be capable of 750-900w. Dach. "Do what you can, with what you have, where you are" - Theodore

Re: [EVDL] Beefing up a chinese DC motor controller

work that are a good match.  Measure the spacing on the radial leads and let me know.  If I have the parts I'll send them free, Merry Christmas!  You can send the pictures and info off list, rodhower at ameritech dot net On Sunday, December 13, 2020, 03:41:17 AM EST, David Chapman via EV w

Re: [EVDL] Radio Noise Issue

Well the only solution then is to encase the AM radio in Cavorite. Or listen to media on your phone as you suggested earlier... Dach. "Do what you can, with what you have, where you are" - Theodore Roosevelt “We reached the old wolf in time to watch a fierce green fire dying in her eyes I

[EVDL] Gail Lucas, VW EV conversion parts?

Hi Gail, If the friend you mentioned is looking to convert an aircooled bug I am pretty sure I have an old Corbin adapter and starter generator in the Junqueyard somewhere (not sure of the motor condition tho, its been years). Feel free to have him / her e-mail me OL. Dach. "Do what you can,

Re: [EVDL] 120VAC from my truck?

How about a motor / alternator setup? 2K is not that much to built one for. Dach. On Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 10:01:26 AM MST, Ing. Marco Gaxiola via EV wrote: The only one that comes to my mind now is the onboard generator from the Ford F250 hybrid or the F150 Lighting. These go