OwnerJerry Pohorsky
LocationSanta Clara, California United States map
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Vehicle1972 Porsche 914
MotorAdvanced DC FB1-4001 Series Wound DC
9"
Drivetrainstock 5 speed transaxle - direct coupled - no clutch
ControllerCurtis 1231C
with heatsink and two 12 Volt fans
Batteries20 US Battery US-125, 6.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded
System Voltage120 Volts
ChargerManzanita Micro PFC-20
with buck option
Heaternone - lap blankets
DC/DC ConverterTodd
InstrumentationE-meter, Ammeter (plan to add voltmeter and Tach)
Top Speed80 MPH (128 KPH)
Accelerationnot sure - seems quick enough
Range40 Miles (64 Kilometers)
(25 miles to 50% SOC on freeway)
Seating Capacity2 adults
Curb Weight3,080 Pounds (1,400 Kilograms)
TiresGoodyear Integrity P165 - 65R14 inflated to 50 PSI
Conversion Time800 hours by Shadow Mountain High School students
Conversion CostProbably $10,000 (sponsors & some items donated )
Additional FeaturesAluminum Fender skirts and belly pan for aerodynamics.
Pioneer Stereo
Custom paint job
upgraded seat covers & carpeting
Fiamm air horns
CA Clean Air Vehicle stickers allow solo access to carpool lanes and free bridge toll.
Great Porsche handling with balanced weight ratio (10 batteries in front and 10 batteries in rear). This is a custom one of a kind conversion - not the Electro Automotive kit. The car has won numerous EV races and there is a photo of it taking a slalom turn at the 1999 Tour de Sol at the following link: WebPage Although this is a 5 speed, I usually start in 3rd gear and shift to 4th at 45 MPH. I use 5th gear as an "over drive". Car cruises easily at 65 to 70 mph. It is very fun to drive - has some squeaks, but hey this is a 34 year old car.

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