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zozo
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 Posted: Sat Nov 19, 2022 10:23 pm Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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| I have edited the title to EV Build, I know there will be plenty of haters and purists that will persecute me for doing this, but I have made sure this is a bolt in kit. |
IMHO, this is way better than “slammed on earlies.” |
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Buggeee
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LAGrunthaner
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| Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2022 8:14 am Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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Ignore the haters, I always do.
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I have edited the title to EV Build, I know there will be plenty of haters and purists that will persecute me for doing this, but I have made sure this is a bolt in kit. There are body modifications all the battery packs controllers etc fit under the rear seat, uses the existing throttle pedal etc.
If at a later date someone wants to convert it back it just a matter of unbolting the EV Motor of the gear box and remove the Battery box from under the rear seat.
Kit arrived from Netherlands
Motor and Tesla Battery Modules
The Old and the New
Charge port a perfect fit in the existing gas filler location |
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| Have you considered simply starting with a nicer bus? I don't know what your skills are, but the race is easier if you can see the finish line. If you are not a runner, don't start off doing a marathon. |
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Mauidude
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| Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2022 11:48 am Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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Kiwipip, wow nice project! Curious why you went with EV Europe vs EVwest?
Seems shipping would be cheaper to your part of the world. |
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kiwipip
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Location: New Zealand
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| Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2022 11:55 am Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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| Mauidude wrote: |
Kiwipip, wow nice project! Curious why you went with EV Europe vs EVwest?
Seems shipping would be cheaper to your part of the world. |
Both kits are very similar and in actual fact shipping worked out about the same. We currently get hammered from shipping goods out of the West Coast USA to New Zealand.
I felt the EV Europe was a bit more Plug and Play and they were able to ship within 7 days of placing the order where there was quite a backlog for the EV West kit |
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vwuberalles
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zimblewinder
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| Posted: Mon Nov 21, 2022 11:08 pm Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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I think it's really important people see how a "respectful" EV conversion can be done (i.e. without the hacking) so that is why your thread is really important to the forum. If people see it done right often enough from the onset on this forum there will be less mutilation in the split bus world's future.
A bit personal but would you mind listing your expenses as you go?
Looking forward to your reports.
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kiwipip
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| Posted: Tue Nov 22, 2022 6:56 pm Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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| zimblewinder wrote: |
I think it's really important people see how a "respectful" EV conversion can be done (i.e. without the hacking) so that is why your thread is really important to the forum. If people see it done right often enough from the onset on this forum there will be less mutilation in the split bus world's future.
A bit personal but would you mind listing your expenses as you go?
Looking forward to your reports. |
Thanks for the kind words and understanding.
Unfortunately Im at a bit of a standstill as I wait for some parts to arrive from the States and Safari Widows etc to come back from the chrome platers (Gee plating is so expensive here now) so I decided to tackle a bit on the EV side.
Normally guys drill the dash to install a gauge to show Battery usage and monitoring but I am installing a 7" Touch Screen Display that will show Range Speed etc plus you will be able to use it to change from drive to reverse etc.
In keeping with not wanting to destroy or hack the existing Truck, I am mounting it the overhead fresh air console, but I have purchased a new panel, I will keep the original one should someone ever want to change it back.
This is where it will be mounted, this existing panel will be kept
Marking out for the touchscreen in new panel
Holes cut need to finish the mounting plate at the back back and get it painted
The display will have all the info required
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BarryL 
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| Posted: Tue Nov 22, 2022 6:59 pm Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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The Old and the New |
Are those comparable to each other? Could you divulge figures. I know Electric has torque right away. |
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kiwipip
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| Posted: Tue Nov 22, 2022 7:07 pm Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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| Are those comparable to each other? Could you divulge figures. I know Electric has torque right away. |
The Electric Motor Rated Torque: 173 Lb Ft
Rated Power: 120 HP
Max RPM: 8,000 |
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Braukuche
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| Posted: Tue Nov 22, 2022 8:15 pm Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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If and when I have to go electric I would do this sort of conversion on my 60 double cab in a heart beat. Keep posting.
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BarryL
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| Posted: Wed Nov 23, 2022 6:49 pm Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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| Are those comparable to each other? Could you divulge figures. I know Electric has torque right away. |
The Electric Motor Rated Torque: 173 Lb Ft
Rated Power: 120 HP
Max RPM: 8,000 |
What flywheel will bolt up to that 5-pin configuration? |
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kiwipip
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| Posted: Wed Nov 23, 2022 7:38 pm Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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| BarryL wrote: |
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| Are those comparable to each other? Could you divulge figures. I know Electric has torque right away. |
The Electric Motor Rated Torque: 173 Lb Ft
Rated Power: 120 HP
Max RPM: 8,000 |
What flywheel will bolt up to that 5-pin configuration? |
Early Porsche Flywheel but I have a Aluminum light weight one comes without a ring gear that I am using
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mandraks
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| Posted: Thu Nov 24, 2022 11:32 am Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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oh, i have never seen a bearing in INA packaging. I guess FAG bearings now come in INA packaging? i grew up right next to the Kugelfischer factory, hard to get used to seeing the INA branding when i go back to my hometown now.
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kiwipip
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| Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2022 12:51 am Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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Fitted the Mirror Arms on the DC today. I will be running with the larger mirror heads so put the Commercial arms on. The Double Cab is LHD and in our part of the world we drive on the RH side so good mirrors is essential.
Also fitted the dash Grab rail
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zimblewinder
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| Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2022 3:14 am Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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I like the contrasting candycane paint job on the steering column  matches the dash.
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vwbusride
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| Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2022 9:24 am Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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| This is a RAD build. Thank you for posting this thread. |
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livingskies
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| Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2022 11:01 am Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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| Definitely interesting, and more doable for those living in the US or Europe. All the taxes, duties, and exchange fees pretty much double the cost for those of us in Canada and some other countries. Has anyone heard of a unit made in Canada? |
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If6Was9
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| Posted: Fri Dec 02, 2022 12:35 pm Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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| I love the idea of a VW EV conversion. I will be following your thread with great interest. |
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mandraks
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| Posted: Fri Dec 02, 2022 6:12 pm Post subject: Re: 61 Double Cab EV Conversion Build thread |
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| If6Was9 wrote: |
| I love the idea of a VW EV conversion. I will be following your thread with great interest. |
if only you lived in a place where EV West has converted hundreds of VWs to EVs....
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