E.V.Oh Speedwagon, Chapter 3: Building the De Dion Axle Tube
What sets the build apart from 99% of other EV conversions is that I'm using a De Dion design for the rear axle. Here's what it is and how I made it.
EV Conversions
E.V.Oh Speedwagon, Chapter 2: Mounting the motor, inverter, and charger
I began my EV conversion project by fabricating the mounting structures that would hold the Nissan Leaf's electric motor, the inverter, and the PDM. The PDM contains the charger, dc-to-dc converter, and HV junctions.
Project E.V.Oh. Speedwagon: a 1962 Mercury Comet electric conversion. Chapter 1: Groundwork
For my next EV conversion project, I bought a 1962 Mercury Comet station wagon in need of a restoration, and a 2014 Nissan Leaf that was wrecked and totaled. Here's my plans on how to convert it and everything that went into planning, testing, and preparing for the conversion.
Project Dream-e Part 9: Glamor Shots, Parts List, and Build Cost
I always finish my projects like this by going out and taking some glamor shots.
Project Dream-e Part 8: IT'S ALIVE!!
I finally get to ride the bike I've been working on (and off) on for nearly two years. How did it perform? Read more to find out!
Project Dream-e Part 7: Wiring and Programing the Kelly Motor Controller
I saved the best for last: doing all of the wiring! I also had to program the Kelly controller, and here is how I did it.
The Valiant Return of Project Deam-E! (Part 5)
It's been almost a year since I worked on this project. Time to bring it back!
Project Dream-e Part 4: Swing Arm Modifications
Making motorcycle parts!
Building a battery pack from LG Chem li-ion pouch cells - Project Dream-e part 3
Here's how I took ten 4p modules of LG Chem pouch cells and turned them into a 20s2p pack for my 1967 Honda CA160 classic motorcycle that I am converting to electric. I'll need a 72v battery back that can continuously supply around 50 or 60 amps to my 4kw QS hub motor. These used li-ion cells should to the job!
