Check the weight rating of your car to make sure the weight of your conversion will be within reason. In short, an electriccar conversion is a tall order if youre not already familiar with uk regulations and procedures. Diyers should check out s how to build your own electric vehicle in 5 easy steps or mechanic doctors how to convert your car to an electric vehicle for stepbystep instructions. Electric cars are for girls a nerdy girls take on electric vehicles, conversions, and climate. Below is a list of important parts that you need to grab. Ge evt15 electric vehicle motor controller 120 vdc. An ev conversion is a big investment, but it is certainly worth considering. Electric motors dont need to ignite fuel no more spark plug changes. It is the only company that truly helps you to successfully convert your vehicle to electric from start to finish. How to do an electric car conversion electricity book. I had seen the movie what killed the electric car and i had a friend who also wanted to convert a car to electric. A vehicle with an internal combustion engine can be converted to an ev by completely removing the engine and adding a battery pack, one or more electric motors, highvoltage cables, and instrumentation. They also offer free technical papers on safety, batteries and conversion details, in addition to system design, supplier data and drawings, installation.
This book is a good overview on how to build an electric car from the ground up. How to determine size and layout, power requirements, number of batteries and what they will likely weigh, etc. Gavin is also well known in the homemade electric car realm. What you need to know about an electric car conversion. It explains everything you will need to know about the history. Oct 28, 2009 the book is a comprehensive resource for anyone interested in electric car conversions, covering the advantages of electric cars, choosing the right car for a conversion, the components of an. I am considering doing a ev conversion on a 1980s honda accord.
An excellent account of a realworld conversion project in the us. Frm field replacement module for dodge, chrysler, and jeep vehicles. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. A well built, well planned electric car conversion looks great rolling down the highway. I have read a few books for the conversion of an ice vehicle into an ev, and this book is great. The e book was written for someone who has no knowledge on electric car. We wanted to see the limitations of an allelectric car.
Used cars that make great electric car conversions carfax. Electric motors put out much less heat than an ice no more radiator, hose, fan belt service. Development of electric vehicle ev conversion process can be implemented in a. Electric vehicles of america eva eva provides free detailed calculations for specific allelectric applications, from industrial, onroad electric car or truck, offroad ev or boat. During the research phase of your electric vehicle conversion project it is wise to start a project. Electric vehicle conversion wikibooks, open books for an. A simple electric car conversion project like this one uses a 05k ohm potentiometer throttle. I still like ac better, but they both have their virtues. This takes out all of the guess and test and makes it easy for any regular person to bring their electric car conversion kit to reality.
We started this facebook page to provide a space for sharing updates in the ev market as well as share interesting. Factory five project 818 electric conversion kit, ac motor, regen brakes, liquid cooled controller. The electric vehicle conversion handbook hp1568 kindle edition by warner, mark. People with an interest in electric cars convert existing gasolinepowered cars to electric in their backyards and garages. The electric vehicle conversion handbook hp1568 book. If you dont have it already, check out the twobook package deals to buy convert it and either instruction. You invest in many electrical components to convert the engine, but on the other hand, you save a.
Its allelectric and can cover 234 miles on one charge. Build your own electric vehicle book green living guy. How to convert cars, trucks, motorcycles, and bicycles includes ev components. Model based system design for electric vehicle conversion. Back in the winter of 07, i decided to convert a car to an electric vehicle ev.
Imagine the feeling of driving right by the gas station, because you charged up for pennies at home. To maximize ev driving range, such conversions are often performed on smaller, lighterweight vehicles. The converters guide to the galaxy and ev conversions. Electric motors dont go out of tune no more tune ups. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The ev west vw karmann ghia starter kit is perfect. The book is a comprehensive resource for anyone interested in electric car conversions, covering the advantages of electric cars, choosing the right car for a conversion, the components of an.
Jun 22, 2009 the electric vehicle conversion handbook hp1568. It is not about building a hybrid or converting an internal combustion powered car to electric power. Prices subject to change with fluctuating us dollar prices are for kits only, installation not included, based on complexity of each vehicle 4075hr labour. I have personally never seen a water fuelled car that looked half as good as any homemade electric car we have built, or any of the hundreds of families who have used these plans either. Much of the information in this article is also applicable to the design and construction of electric vehicles from materials and components, as is commonly. In 2011 we moved to slovakia to live my exwifes country where i lived for seven and a half years and owned another electric car, making heaps of new adventures until i caught her sleeping with another man. The once forgotten battery operated cars have made a spectacular comeback and they are all over the world already. This should have been the joyful story of a successful conversion of an old fossilfumefarting classic car into a hightech electric classic car.
This project takes a 1980 datsun 280zx and converts it to an all electric car with a dc motor and lead acid batteries. Homemade electric car conversion plans top electric. If i were to choose one 1 book, which book would i choose. The bestselling electric vehicle ev so far is the nissan leaf, which has sold more than 100,000 vehicles globally about half of those in the u. Two good books on converting a vehicle to electric power are. The ebook was written for someone who has no knowledge on electric car. The electric vehicle conversion handbook hp1568, warner, mark. Because they have kits specific for several cars, and you can get an electric car conversion kit that is essentially plug and play. May 09, 2018 a simple electric car conversion project like this one uses a 05k ohm potentiometer throttle. Karmann ghia ev conversion kit, ac motor, regen braking, 19551974. Jul 29, 2015 the switch defines a new class of auto a lightweight, highcapacity, versatile electric vehicle ev that requires minimal resources to construct, assemble, and drive. Gavin is from new zealand and he has converted his old 1987 mitsubishi treadia into a pure electric car in his garage.
The ev west factory five 818 starter kit is a grea. Weight typically an ev will add 200 to 500 pounds to the weight of the car. This book shows you how to convert a hybrid into a plugin hybrid. Before commerciallyavailable evs were common, though, the electric car was largely the domain of the doityourself converter. Doing a conversion electric car conversion howstuffworks. Electric car conversion, also referred to as ev conversion, is the process of converting an existing, donor vehicle from one that runs on gasoline, into one that runs on electricity.
Electric car conversion kit the comprehensive guidebook and video tutorials to plan, install, and maximize the results of your very own electric car conversion kit. Build your own electric vehicle, third edition seth. A electric classic car conversion, or any electric car conversion, can save you a lot of money. Convert 2 ev guide starts of by showing you how to choose the right donor car for your conversion project. The electric vehicle conversion handbook hp1568, warner. Evs require a sound undercarriage to carry the extra weight of the batteries. Using battery technology to run your car is where the future is. For starters, its best to use a quality donor car you perfectly understand.
The car did not have air conditioning, but did have everything else. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the electric vehicle conversion handbook hp1568. The switch defines a new class of auto a lightweight, highcapacity, versatile electric vehicle ev that requires minimal resources to construct, assemble, and drive. Complete conversion service within months, not years. Thats the story of the rise and fall of the original kiwi ev electric car conversion.
Apr 15, 20 the good news is that you can still find some of the original trucks for sale if youre lucky used. Build your own electric vehicle, third edition, is your goto guide for converting an internal combustion engine vehicle to electric or building an ev from the. The 2020 jaguar ipace is a premiumcompactcrossover suv with a difference. Ev conversion kits, ev west electric vehicle parts. We offer both ac and dc conversion kits for vehicles that weigh between 400lbs to 3500lbs with horsepower ratings rea. Canadian electric vehicles also has all the accessory parts you might need to get your electric car on the road, like power steering and power brake kits. Most drivers select the 100km range battery pack for normal daily commute. How to convert cars, trucks, motorcycles, and bicycles includes ev components, kits, and project vehicles warner, mark on. This is achieved by substituting an electric motor, batteries and control circuitry for the conventional internal combustion engine and drive train.
Build a highperformance electric vehicle in a week make. An electric vehicle conversion is the modification of a conventional internal combustion engine ice driven vehicle to battery electric propulsion, creating a battery electric vehicle. Canadian electric vehicles has both ac and dc conversion kits available in stock. Not all car models are suitable to be electric retrofitted. We wanted to see the limitations of an all electric car. How to design and build an electric car or vehicle ebook. The electric vehicle conversion handbook hp1568 by mark warner. Reviews and info about electric car conversions, other ev conversions, ev parts, electric motors, events and other issues relating. Both books include dozens of photos, drawings, templates, and color wiring diagrams. Electric motors dont need a starter no more starter repairs. Electric car conversion books spotting the good ones. It can be built in a singlecar garage on jack stands, or even in a classroom all you need is a small box of tools and a 6. How to convert cars, trucks, motorcycles, and bicycles includes ev components, kits, and project vehicles paperback june 7, 2011. Electric car conversion books electric cars are for girls.
For the purpose of this conversion well be using a 1986 ford escort. Click here to download the book videos and build your own ev we are here to build or convert our car to electric, so lets avoid the noise and get to work. Electric car conversion guide 2016 how to do it yourself. If you dont have it already, check out the two book package deals to buy convert it and either instruction. Aug 27, 2007 electric car conversion, also referred to as ev conversion, is the process of converting an existing, donor vehicle from one that runs on gasoline, into one that runs on electricity. With over years of experience doing electric vehicle conversions, supplying components to diyers, and providing consulting services, we are proud to launch complete ev conversion kits from ev source. The first 2010 audi s5 with a tesla electric swap recently made headlines for incorporating the audi quattro allwheeldrive system and using the transmission housing to retrofit a custom gear reduction setup. Electric car conversion kit electric vehicle conversion kit. There are many web sites that talk about the phenomenon and show you how to do it, where to get parts, etc.
Conversion assistance for the diy crowd, including parts, workshops, email and phone assistance. The manual is very easy to follow with lots of pictures and diagrams. The conversion process of an internal combustion engine to an electric vehicle powered by batteries comprises many steps from choosing the vehicle, sizing a motor, and the type of batteries. Mar 19, 2011 the ideal electric car conversion book. A nerdy girls take on electric vehicles, conversions, and climate. We started this facebook page to provide a space for sharing updates in the ev market as well as share interesting and inspiring stories about electric vehicles. Electric vehicle conversion wikibooks, open books for an open. Electric car conversion books are the place to start if you want to build an ev, or convert a gas car to electric. Homemade electric car conversion plans top electric vehicle. The convert it book is an essential companion for either instruction book.
If you are looking for a good do it yourself diy electric car conversion book, check out gavin shoebridges electric conversion made easy guide. This book was written by a regular person, without automotive or electrical skills, who learned everything there is to know about building and installing an electric car conversion kit. A majority of the electric cars on the road today are home brew conversion vehicles. How to convert a car to electric diy conversion kits asq. For more information and advice on the process of using diy conversion kits to transform your vehicle into an electric car, you can get in touch with the australian electric vehicle association aeva near you.
Each electric car details page below has information on the cost to drive and greenhouse gas emissions associated with driving it in each canadian province. Home electric car conversion kits show you how to find tools and parts, such as batteries, very inexpensively, sometimes even for free. Classic car electric conversions by edub conversions. We offer a place to find the newest electric cars and e cars. Converting an old 84 vw rabbit gti into an electric car. My conversion pretty much followed this book and also the book you get from ev america if you buy their kit, both books were quite similar. There are a number of companies that offer electriccar conversions, although these tend to be focused on classic and highperformance cars. Published in 1994, this book is probably out of print as such, but can be found if you hunt around online booksellers and other webbased shopping sites. The book build your own electric vehicle by bob brandt. The ac electric car conversion kit costs about a thousand dollars more than the dc, so not a lot of difference there. Jan 23, 2020 electric vehicles of america eva eva provides free detailed calculations for specific all electric applications, from industrial, onroad electric car or truck, offroad ev or boat. Some of the newer conversions are very professional and wellengineered. Electric vehicles have become one of the hot topics of discussion in todays reality. An electric vehicle conversion is the modification of a conventional internal combustion engine ice driven vehicle to battery electric propulsion, creating a.