OwnerJohn Tuss
(former owner, EV has been sold)
LocationPortland, Oregon United States map
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Vehicle1986 Nissan 720
pickup
MotorAdvanced DC FB1-4001 Series Wound DC
9"
Drivetrain5 speed transmission with clutch
ControllerCurtis 1221C
Batteries20 Trojan T-105, 6.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded
System Voltage120 Volts
ChargerK and W BC-20
with LB-120 boost transformer
DC/DC ConverterTodd
currently none, Todd awaiting installation
Instrumentationa) Ammeter b) Voltmeter
Top Speed65 MPH (104 KPH)
in 3rd
Range40 Miles (64 Kilometers)
up to
Seating Capacity2 adults
Curb Weight3,800 Pounds (1,727 Kilograms)
Tiresstock
Additional FeaturesPower Brakes
The truck was converted in '93 and has 14000 miles as electric, 7000 with current owner. It is driven daily and has been reliable. I have never run out of power. Recently we improved the mounting of the power brake booster by using rubber isolation boots. It is very quiet now.

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