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[oddjob]

This looks interesting...

https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/car-news/108186/swindon-powertrain-launches-crate-electric-car-motor-for-converters

107bhp and only 70kg. Ideal to replace my tdi in the future when we can only buy diesel from the Chemist shop.

 

[w3526602]

Hi Oddjob,

I've said it before ... use a short prop-shaft, connect the electirc motor to PTO drive on back of the gearbox. Which will give you only one gear, but you will still have LO in the transfer box.

You could also use the electric motor to "bump start" the IC/CI engine. hey, there's an idea .... HUCK starter through the PTO hole in your rear X-member. (go on then ... ask. Somebody here will know.  )

Hmmm! Reverse two Landies up to each other , use a long prop to link the two PTOs together. More hi-tech than a tow rope ... but probably time to get my coat. 

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[Davidss]

The other main component missing is the Battery Management System.
Experience with complete electric cars shows this has a significant effect on the total vehicle range, the day to day usability of the vehicle, and specifically the time spent charging. Given battery technology changes with battery manufacturer, the BMS and battery need to be considered as an integrated package, assuming the 'assembler' wants to get the best out of their assembled components.

I feel that until an integrated BMS and battery package is made available in the same way as this motor, any DIY assembly is best based on an existing complete vehicle.
Vehicle weight is the enemy of an electric vehicle, so I've yet to be convinced a converted Land Rover is the optimum use of existing electrical technology.

Regards.

[w3526602]

Hi DSS,

I once pondered on bolting a washing machine motor and a car alternator to a plank of wood, connected by a fan belt.

It should give you a quick boost charge on a frosty morning.

602 (I've already got my coat)

[genocache]

Hi DSS,

I once pondered on bolting a washing machine motor and a car alternator to a plank of wood, connected by a fan belt.

It should give you a quick boost charge on a frosty morning.

602 (I've already got my coat)


602, You leave Wilkie alone!

[w3526602]

Vehicle weight is the enemy of an electric vehicle, so I've yet to be convinced a converted Land Rover is the optimum use of existing electrical technology.

Hi David,

Buy an ex-RAF Trolly Acc, a starter solenoid, and a couple of long battery leads, 

Dad told me that during the war, trolly-acc tyres wore out very quickly. Perhaps because they were on Ford 10 sized wheels?

I noticed, in the late 1950s, that lots of RAF Flight Sergeants drove Standard Vanguards. I wonder why?

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