Owner | Joe Adcock |
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Location | Cary, North Carolina United States map |
Vehicle | 1970 Volkswagen Beetle 4 speed manual with clutch |
Motor | Advanced DC Series Wound DC 8" |
Drivetrain | Original transmission |
Controller | Curtis 1221 |
Batteries | 196 Prius, 7.20 Volt, Nickel-Metal Hydride Using 196 Prius battery cells (NiMH) |
System Voltage | 96 Volts |
Charger | Russco Russco SC 18-120 |
Heater | coat and gloves |
Instrumentation | 12V auxiliary battery gauge, 0-400A ammeter, 96V State of Charge gauge |
Top Speed | 70 MPH (112 KPH) 80mph downhill, 70mph cruise on flat interstate |
Range | 40 Miles (64 Kilometers) Driven over a couple days. |
Seating Capacity | 2 adults |
Curb Weight | 1,700 Pounds (772 Kilograms) |
Tires | Standard |
Conversion Time | 10 months |
Conversion Cost | $7,000 |
Pictures to be changed when battery replacement is complete |