Taking an older car and making it new again. Retain all the original charm; upgrade the shiznit out of the guts!
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The steps needed to complete the project (high-level)
- Remove rust and bring car back to full roadworthy condition
- Remove ICE
- Install electric motor
- Install batteries/BMS
- Install motor controller/s
- Connect everything up
- Drive
Of course there's a lot more to it and this page will evolve over time so stay tuned for updates!
I finally have my shed completed. While I don't have all the parts or tools required to do the work, at least I have somewhere to safely store the old girl as I pull her apart to fix all the rust etc that needs to be fixed up before it's roadworthy. Once the overhaul has been completed, I'll also have to take a look at the electrics as I think the current set needs replacement also. Anyway, I'm happy that I can start on this project properly as I was hoping to begin work quite some time ago now.
This looks like a really cool project! I can't wait to see your updates! Check out my EV conversion. I'm doing a 1974 Saab Sonett using an electric smart car motor/controller etc...
praetorian
Rory
Chris Low
James Hobson
Glytch
how is your project going? Any updates? I was looking at doing something similar to my 1996 Jaguar xj6.