# Conversion Kits **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/ev-conversion-forum/145.md?page=3 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 4 --- ## [Thoughts on 280ZX donor](https://community.electricforum.com/t/thoughts-on-280zx-donor/544)
**Author:** [@bluefxstc](https://community.electricforum.com/u/bluefxstc)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2012, 6:23am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/thoughts-on-280zx-donor/544 "2012-05-06T06:23:24Z")
What are everyone’s thoughts on a 1983 280ZX as donor vehicle for conversion? It is a little bit heavy at 2800 lbs but it has good aerodynamics and it looks cool which is important to me. :smiley: I would like to get ab… --- ## [Conventional to PHEV conversion suggestions?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/conventional-to-phev-conversion-suggestions/2245)
**Author:** [@turbine](https://community.electricforum.com/u/turbine)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2012, 7:04pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/conventional-to-phev-conversion-suggestions/2245 "2012-04-25T19:04:27Z")
Hi, I'm seeking advice for a budget PHEV conversion project. As such, my minimum requirement list is quite low: Small, sporty design. An older RX-7 or MG, etc. would be fine, a tiny kit car would be great. Somet… --- ## [BMW E30 Conversion](https://community.electricforum.com/t/bmw-e30-conversion/2387)
**Author:** [@E30\_Dave](https://community.electricforum.com/u/E30_Dave)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2012, 12:00pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/bmw-e30-conversion/2387 "2012-04-17T12:00:44Z")
Deleted as no replies received ! --- ## ['82 toyota Sandy motorhome solar monster](https://community.electricforum.com/t/82-toyota-sandy-motorhome-solar-monster/648)
**Author:** [@brendan](https://community.electricforum.com/u/brendan)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2012, 9:02am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/82-toyota-sandy-motorhome-solar-monster/648 "2012-03-16T09:02:34Z")
So here's the pitch guys, and you're all gonna have to promise me that you won't run off to the patent office and make a mint off of these ideas, but then again most people seem to not believe some of these things are po… --- ## [Electric Motorhome thoughts](https://community.electricforum.com/t/electric-motorhome-thoughts/1215)
**Author:** [@FEF](https://community.electricforum.com/u/FEF)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2012, 8:37am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/electric-motorhome-thoughts/1215 "2012-03-16T08:37:03Z")
All, I'm trying to find a way to convert a very light motorhome to electric power. I've been in involved in a few conversions, and I don't think it's absolutely possible, but I thought I'd try ask a few questions and … --- ## [Building A Diesel Electric Hybrid Conversion Kit](https://community.electricforum.com/t/building-a-diesel-electric-hybrid-conversion-kit/2120)
**Author:** [@GreenEnergyConversio](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GreenEnergyConversio)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2012, 8:29pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/building-a-diesel-electric-hybrid-conversion-kit/2120 "2012-03-12T20:29:51Z")
Hello all. I am currently looking for supporters and sponsors that are interested in assisting me develop my diesel electric hybrid conversion kit. I have all the designs developed, now it is just building a prototype.… --- ## [P0204 code on Dodge caravan - Shuddering and lack of power](https://community.electricforum.com/t/p0204-code-on-dodge-caravan-shuddering-and-lack-of-power/2118)
**Author:** [@aaron936251](https://community.electricforum.com/u/aaron936251)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2012, 1:15am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/p0204-code-on-dodge-caravan-shuddering-and-lack-of-power/2118 "2012-03-12T01:15:46Z")
Hi everyone, I'm just about at my wit's end here. While driving along the highway a week ago, my 2002 Dodge Caravan 3.3 began to shudder. It felt like I was driving through puddles and the car was slowing down a tiny… --- ## [EV Troubles :(](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ev-troubles/1879)
**Author:** [@oldboy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/oldboy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2012, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ev-troubles/1879 "2012-03-07T17:21:52Z")
specs: 1967 VW Beetle Electric converted car ADC 8" 203-06-4001 motor, 72-120VDC, single shaft, 8" diam Alltrax 7245 Controller Zivan NG1 Charger 12 x 12V Lead Acid deep cycle 110Ah batteries 144 Volts - 2 x 72 vol… --- ## [Sailboat Electric Conversion - gearing?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/sailboat-electric-conversion-gearing/1740)
**Author:** [@spoooner](https://community.electricforum.com/u/spoooner)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2012, 2:47pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/sailboat-electric-conversion-gearing/1740 "2012-03-05T14:47:27Z")
I'm converting a 40' sailboat that had a 47hp diesel to electric. I'm not looking for the electric to be an open ocean cruiser, for now, I just want a day cruiser that I can live on. (diesel is no longer in the boat, no… --- ## [Micro car with LiPo batteries?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/micro-car-with-lipo-batteries/1626)
**Author:** [@Dexx](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Dexx)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2012, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/micro-car-with-lipo-batteries/1626 "2012-02-05T20:31:49Z")
Is anyone here converting a really small car to electric and using modern batteries such as Lithium Ion/Polymer? I'm toying with the idea of taking a 2000 model Toyota Echo or Daihatsu Charade and replacing the engine. … --- ## [Which do you think is best to convert?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/which-do-you-think-is-best-to-convert/1233)
**Author:** [@KelK](https://community.electricforum.com/u/KelK)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2012, 1:11pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/which-do-you-think-is-best-to-convert/1233 "2012-01-25T13:11:25Z")
Hello everyone, I am seriously thinking of converting a car instead of waiting for my dream EV to be produced. I have a few cars that I would ideally like to convert, which include the Yaris, 2002 Pruis, 2002-5 Civic, o… --- ## [2003 cheverolet electric truck video](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2003-cheverolet-electric-truck-video/1889)
**Author:** [@motor\_guy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/motor_guy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2012, 12:40pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2003-cheverolet-electric-truck-video/1889 "2012-01-13T12:40:38Z")
hello all here is the video of our 2003 cheverolet silverado, with the new 50 hp baldor and a 4l60E automatic transmission. \[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ZmFNKamTQg\]Topeka Electric Motor 100% AC Electric Truck… --- ## [New to the Forum...Looking for advice](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-to-the-forum-looking-for-advice/1591)
**Author:** [@Dig](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Dig)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2011, 10:10am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-to-the-forum-looking-for-advice/1591 "2011-12-13T10:10:28Z")
Hi Everyone! I am a brand new member to this forum but, I have been interested in Electronic conversions and alternate fuels for some time. I currently have a 1995 ford f150 v8 and have thought about converting it to an … --- ## [Considering ford focus zx3 donor car](https://community.electricforum.com/t/considering-ford-focus-zx3-donor-car/479)
**Author:** [@dtbaker](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dtbaker)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2011, 6:35pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/considering-ford-focus-zx3-donor-car/479 "2011-11-28T18:35:22Z")
I am considering a ford focus zx3 as my top choice for a donor car right now... pretty low cost, low weight, and first glance looks like there is a fair amount of room for batteries. Has anyone done one? have designs f… --- ## [100mpg 1978 Gremlin to make BA proud!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/100mpg-1978-gremlin-to-make-ba-proud/1629)
**Author:** [@nathan219](https://community.electricforum.com/u/nathan219)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 2:13pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/100mpg-1978-gremlin-to-make-ba-proud/1629 "2011-08-02T14:13:27Z")
The title got your attention we need your help to make it happen. We already have created a 220mpg 150watthr/mile hand built 4 passenger car, now we have a chance to do something more fun. We need your votes to make it… --- ## [New With Questions](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-with-questions/1590)
**Author:** [@hazz](https://community.electricforum.com/u/hazz)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2011, 11:17am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-with-questions/1590 "2011-05-19T11:17:14Z")
I am new here. I am looking for specific information for my plan. I have some basic knowledge of a conversion from hours and hours of searching for what I am looking for. I have been scouring the internet to find a motor… --- ## [Importance of Electric Car Parts in Hybrid car](https://community.electricforum.com/t/importance-of-electric-car-parts-in-hybrid-car/1587)
**Author:** [@Randolph\_Heath](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Randolph_Heath)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2011, 3:03am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/importance-of-electric-car-parts-in-hybrid-car/1587 "2011-05-07T03:03:45Z")
Electric cars are getting commonplace day by day thanks to the fact that they have become very efficient to run and very cheap to maintain but just like any other vehicle, electric cars also suffer the wear and tear of t… --- ## [Eurovan, VW, 1993 conversion to electric](https://community.electricforum.com/t/eurovan-vw-1993-conversion-to-electric/1568)
**Author:** [@daveyjane](https://community.electricforum.com/u/daveyjane)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2011, 8:32am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/eurovan-vw-1993-conversion-to-electric/1568 "2011-04-17T08:32:30Z")
Has it been done, usa or europe? 199x, any year. AC or DC, twin motors, one on each wheel, or single. Battery setup covers entire floor area - raising the floor 10 inches. Maybe 50 of them. This is a front wheel driv… --- ## [Corvette Conversion](https://community.electricforum.com/t/corvette-conversion/1255)
**Author:** [@JRyder](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JRyder)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2011, 10:47am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/corvette-conversion/1255 "2011-03-03T10:47:36Z")
I've been toying with the idea of converting a car to EV for a while. Recently I blew the engine in my 79 vette. I am at a crossroads and am looking for input, EV or IC. I've been following the forum for a while and d… --- ## [BMW Isetta conversion](https://community.electricforum.com/t/bmw-isetta-conversion/1560)
**Author:** [@martin300](https://community.electricforum.com/u/martin300)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2011, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/bmw-isetta-conversion/1560 "2011-01-25T21:58:16Z")
thanks best regards --- ## [I think it is good](https://community.electricforum.com/t/i-think-it-is-good/1433)
**Author:** [@ketech](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ketech)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2011, 11:27pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/i-think-it-is-good/1433 "2011-01-24T23:27:45Z")
i just buy a car pc,anyone wanna to see?:slight\_smile: --- ## [Theoretical series hybrid EV](https://community.electricforum.com/t/theoretical-series-hybrid-ev/1547)
**Author:** [@muffildy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/muffildy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2011, 6:01pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/theoretical-series-hybrid-ev/1547 "2011-01-09T18:01:45Z")
Okay so let me see if ive got the theoretical total picture. 1 gal = 36 kwh Most diesel generators run at 33% efficientcy and depending on their load they draw fuel eg .25 gal at .25 load. So a 12 kwh generator draws 1 g… --- ## [Fiat 126 BIS Electric conversion](https://community.electricforum.com/t/fiat-126-bis-electric-conversion/1542)
**Author:** [@eman.cardona](https://community.electricforum.com/u/eman.cardona)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2011, 5:29am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/fiat-126-bis-electric-conversion/1542 "2011-01-06T05:29:31Z")
I am a 25 year old technical person and working in the automotive industry. I am from Malta. An EU member state. I bought a Fiat 126 Bis specifically to be converted to electric. I am doing this project as a hobby and … --- ## [EASIEST vehicle to convert? Newbie](https://community.electricforum.com/t/easiest-vehicle-to-convert-newbie/1184)
**Author:** [@rmacey](https://community.electricforum.com/u/rmacey)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2010, 11:24pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/easiest-vehicle-to-convert-newbie/1184 "2010-08-18T23:24:59Z")
I'm about to start an EV conversion for primary reason of having fun with my 12 yo son who loves science and being green. I have as much knowledge of cars/mechanics/electiricty as an EV has emissions! I'm reading books… --- ## [Issue with NetGain WarP-Drive controller](https://community.electricforum.com/t/issue-with-netgain-warp-drive-controller/1446)
**Author:** [@everett1992](https://community.electricforum.com/u/everett1992)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2010, 8:13pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/issue-with-netgain-warp-drive-controller/1446 "2010-07-29T20:13:23Z")
I have recently converted my ford ranger to an electric car. The car runs fine, i just have one problem, when ever i start it i get error codes 3111, and 3112 from my WarP-Drive controller 3111 - 15V "A" on-board power s… --- ## [Small turbine engine as hybrid powerplant?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/small-turbine-engine-as-hybrid-powerplant/1209)
**Author:** [@bdeck](https://community.electricforum.com/u/bdeck)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2010, 12:50am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/small-turbine-engine-as-hybrid-powerplant/1209 "2010-07-16T00:50:12Z")
The question: If an ICE range extender primarily operates at road speed, would a turbine engine provide any efficiency advantage over a piston engine? The background: I've been mulling over powerplant options for the h… --- ## [1968 Karmann-Ghia Conversion questions](https://community.electricforum.com/t/1968-karmann-ghia-conversion-questions/1207)
**Author:** [@natosaichek](https://community.electricforum.com/u/natosaichek)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2010, 7:35am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/1968-karmann-ghia-conversion-questions/1207 "2010-04-24T07:35:51Z")
So I'm about to start on an electric conversion of my 1968 VW Karmann Ghia. My goals are generally decent highway speed and acceleration with not much emphasis on range. 10-20 miles would be fine. I just want to go vis… --- ## [Kits](https://community.electricforum.com/t/kits/1390)
**Author:** [@SamR](https://community.electricforum.com/u/SamR)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2010, 2:15am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/kits/1390 "2010-04-19T02:15:26Z")
I'm hoping to do a conversion on a car sometime in the next year, and I've started to look up on universal conversion kits since I'm a beginner. I've found this one (the AC universal light kit) and it looks good based on… --- ## [Is this a possibility for an electric car?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/is-this-a-possibility-for-an-electric-car/1344)
**Author:** [@steve](https://community.electricforum.com/u/steve)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2010, 4:05pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/is-this-a-possibility-for-an-electric-car/1344 "2010-02-05T16:05:09Z")
Hi everybody. I have a Hyundai Sonata that has a dead motor. I am hoping that this will do as a car that I can use to convert to electric. Questions I have are many. Is it too heavy? Is there an electric motor powerful e… --- ## [Please help, EVA could not!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/please-help-eva-could-not/809)
**Author:** [@gasstinks](https://community.electricforum.com/u/gasstinks)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2010, 6:31am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/please-help-eva-could-not/809 "2010-02-05T06:31:50Z")
Ok, so my plan is/was to build a 90's 2wd Toyota pickup into an EV. My requirements are: Top speed of 65-70 (not super important, as long as it'll do at least 55) Get me to work, and back (12 miles each way) Sounds… [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/ev-conversion-forum/145.md?page=2) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/ev-conversion-forum/145.md?page=4)