Owner | Eric Lambert |
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Location | Trois-Rivieres, Quebec Canada map |
Vehicle | 1994 Chevrolet S-10 (Converted by US Electricar) |
Motor | GM Hughes 3-Phase AC 3 phase |
Drivetrain | Speed reducer (ratio 9:1) |
Controller | General Motors/Hughes AC power inverter |
Batteries | 52 Hawker Genesis, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, AGM 32 Ah (2 banks in parallel) |
System Voltage | 312 Volts |
Charger | 120/240 VAC built-in |
DC/DC Converter | built-in, (40 Amp |
Instrumentation | State of charge |
Top Speed | 70 MPH (112 KPH) governed |
Range | 75 Miles (120 Kilometers) |
Seating Capacity | 2 adults |
Curb Weight | 4,700 Pounds (2,136 Kilograms) |
Tires | Low rolling resistance Uniroyal 205/75/R15 |
Battery pack needs to be replaced. Considering the Nickel-zinc which will lower the truck weight by 700 pounds and increase the range to 70-100 miles. Installation of an E-meter in progress. Motor and inverter liquid cooled. Installation of an electric tilt-bed using a small encoded Brushless DC motor. |