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	<title>DIY Electric Car Conversion Blog &#187; DIY electric car conversion</title>
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		<title>DIY Electric Car Conversion &#8211; Selecting The Best Electric Motor</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2011 21:59:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Will</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Electric Motor]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Your decision to convert your gas powered car into an electric car is a smart one. You will not only be doing the nature a favor but will also be reducing the cost of driving your car. Before you embark on your electric car conversion project, it is necessary to decide what motor you are [...]]]></description>
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<p>Your decision to convert your gas powered car into an electric car is a smart one. You will not only be doing the nature a favor but will also be reducing the cost of driving your car.</p>
<p>Before you embark on your <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/">electric car conversion</a> project, it is necessary to decide what motor you are going to install on your electric car. An electric car can have either an AC motor or a DC motor.</p>
<p>AC motor works on alternating current while a DC motor uses electricity stored in batteries. There are both advantages and disadvantages in using Ac Motor and <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/electric-motor/3-types-of-electric-motor-for-ev/">DC motor</a> for your electric car. The power input for an AC motor is more.</p>
<p>An AC motor needs volts in between 48 and 96 whereas a DC motor needs only 6 or 9 volts. Since an AC motor uses more volts, additional safety features must be incorporated into an electric car’s design.</p>
<p>AC motors are preferred over DC motors on two counts; they are lighter in weight and a mechanism that produces power while you apply the brake can be installed. The power thus produced is used to <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/battery-reconditioning/how-to-recondition-battery/">recharge the batteries</a> of the car. Because of these advantages, most commercially produced electric cars use AC motors.</p>
<p>The main disadvantages of an AC motor are its high cost and the difficulty in installation. Only skilled technicians can install an AC motor on an electric car. If an AC motor is used in the car, there has to be a converter to convert AC into DC.</p>
<p>While AC is converted into DC, there will be some current loss too. DC motors are cheaper than AC motors and it is easy to install them. There is no need of invertors and there is no loss of power. A DC motor lasts longer than an AC motor.</p>
<p>To reduce the cost of converting your car into an electric car, you can use a second hand DC motor which you can get from the local scrap dealer at a very low price. If proper care is taken, a second hand DC motor will last throughout the life of your electric car. An ideal DC motor for your electric car should measure between 9 and 13 inches in diameter.</p>
<p>A DC motor of this size will not be too heavy and it will be powerful enough to propel the car. Taking all the advantages of a DC motor into consideration, car conversion using a DC motor is the best option. The only things where you need to pay special attention are the size of the motor and its voltage input.</p>
<p>A DC motor just needs connection to the batteries through the control unit which is again connected to the accelerator of the car. The accelerator cable of an electric car is similar in function to the carburetor which controls the amount of fuel that goes into the engine of a gas powered car.</p>
<p>Depending on the size and voltage input of the DC motor, the battery size has to be changed. As a general rule, a bigger sized and more powerful motor will need more voltage and therefore the battery has to be a bigger one.</p>
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		<title>5 Things To Look For When Searching For An EV Project Donor Car</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 12:44:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Will</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[EV Conversion]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[DIY electric car conversion]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Someone who is really looking at buying a used car for EV conversion project needs to look out for the model and make of the car, its cost and present condition apart from the mode of payment and other things involved in your purchase plan. There are actually a lot of other important things which [...]]]></description>
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<p>Someone who is really looking at buying a used car for EV conversion project needs to look out for the model and make of the car, its cost and present condition apart from the mode of payment and other things involved in your purchase plan.</p>
<p>There are actually a lot of other important things which also need to be considered regarding the car itself prior to the purchase of the vehicle. Some of the key points are highlighted as follows.</p>
<h1>1) The mileage.</h1>
<p>The most important thing to be considered is the date of registration of the car to evaluate its age. In the second-hand car sales market, a car which has run for about 15,000 to 20,0000 km and which is around 3 to 5 years old is considered to be worthy for buying. This number kilometers run by the vehicle can be determined by taking the reading on the odometer of the car.</p>
<p>There is a high chance of this odometer value being false, because the odometer reading could be easily modified and tampered by the owner whether it is a mechanical or electrical odometer. But nevertheless, it gives you a rough idea about the current condition of the vehicle.</p>
<p>But since the vehicle is meant to be the donor car of your <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/homemade-electric-car/homemade-electric-car-how-to-get-started-with-a-diy-electric-vehicle/">homemade electric car</a> project, you can opt for a car which is much older. Reason being, you will be replacing the internal combustion engine with an <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/electric-motor/where-to-find-cheap-electric-motor-for-diy-electric-car-conversion/">electric motor</a>. Therefore, even though the engine has considerable wear and tear, it is still a good candidate.</p>
<h2>2) Tire condition.</h2>
<p>The tires should have no wear and tear, because changing the tires will cost a ton. Also the health of the ball, bearings and bushes are to be noticed so that one does not end up spending on them unnecessarily.</p>
<h2>3) Car battery.</h2>
<p>The next thing to be in proper working condition is the battery in the car. It should be properly charged with no acidic leaks detected. This battery will be used to power auxiliary system such as electrical devices in your EV.</p>
<h2>4) External appearance.</h2>
<p>For anything the outside appearance matters a lot, likewise for the car also the paint on the external surface should look new, without any <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/do-it-yourself-diy/electric-car-body-paint-repair-with-quixx-paint-scratch-remover/">scratches</a>, fading or peeling. Try to stay away from car which has excessive paint peeling or rust.</p>
<h2>5) Internal system.</h2>
<p>If the car has an audio system installed that also needs to be checked. Lastly, one has to ensure that the headlights, rear lights, dippers, reversing lights, and the cabin lights of the car are all in working condition. After considering all the above mentioned factors, you can decide upon the car which needs to be purchased finally.</p>
<p>In addition to the above list, it is always a wise idea to also look out for the special features of the model and the general output of the model and make a comparative analysis with one’s driving conditions, frequency of driving, needs and budget and then make a choice.</p>
<p>Also another set of comparative study could be made with respect to the other cars which came around the same time frame or which one can get for the same budget and analyze the pros and cons of your current selection based on the technical specifications. During this search there is a high possibility of hitting something which far superior than your current selection.</p>
<p>Now considering the payment options for the purchase of the car, there are several finance companies which offer loans at considerably low interest rates. So even before finalizing the finance company a comparative study is necessary to determine the best company which will suit your specific needs like discounts, repayment options, and monthly installments and so on.</p>
<p>As a matter of fact, at times one might not be able to find a good car in your own locality but there is a better alternative for the problem. One can take the help of a car dealer.</p>
<p>The purchase of cars from the car dealers will ensure that the quality of the car we purchase is actually good, as they generally make a thorough checkup before they purchase it from the owner and they also tend to maintain it properly.</p>
<p>The World Wide Web is another useful place to search for the different types of cars which are available for sale and it also makes your life easier for the comparative study as mentioned earlier.</p>
<p>Last but not the least, it is always better to test drive a car for at least 4 to 5 miles before deciding how good the present condition of the car is. It gives you the confidence before the purchase, and will also help reveal any malfunctions in the vehicle.<br />
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		<title>5 Negotiating Tips To Help You Get The Best Deal On Used Cars</title>
		<link>http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/donor-car/5-negotiating-tips-to-get-the-best-deal-on-used-cars/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2011 02:15:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Will</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Buying a used car for your EV conversion project can be really exciting, provided you use right negotiating tips. It has been seen that people who are inexperienced and are not expert in buying automobiles end up getting cheated. The following 5 tips will help you to negotiate better and save you lot of money, [...]]]></description>
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<p>Buying a used car for your <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/homemade-electric-car/homemade-electric-car-how-to-get-started-with-a-diy-electric-vehicle/">EV conversion</a> project can be really exciting, provided you use right negotiating tips. It has been seen that people who are inexperienced and are not expert in buying automobiles end up getting cheated.</p>
<p>The following 5 tips will help you to negotiate better and save you lot of money, this will further help you not to get trapped by the sweet words used by the dealer:-</p>
<h1>Tip #1</h1>
<p>Before you actually start looking for a donor car, you must first decide your budget, so that you are clear about the money you want to invest in your dream electric car. You must decide the range of price which you are ready to pay, once decided never go beyond your range.</p>
<p>It will be a winning situation for you to stick to your budget and never get lured with the good deals which dealer offers you. Dealer will understand easily that you are the person who will never get lured to any extra deals or bonus.</p>
<h2>Tip #2</h2>
<p>Always buy used automobiles when you feel that the time is right, sometimes due to recession, dealers are in real desperation to get rid of their stocks. If you use this trick, it is for certain that you will get a good deal, it is up to you to keep a close watch on dealers and strike when there are no buyers. In such a situation due to heavy inventory dealers are really in panic to sell the inventory even if the profit is very less.</p>
<h2>Tip #3</h2>
<p>You must pretend and give a feeling that you have a better deal waiting with some other dealer, and give this impression that you are there to get something better. You must closely watch the dealer, if you feel the dealer is reluctant, refuse and try to leave the showroom leaving an impression that what you want you mean it.</p>
<p>Since there is a lot of competition dealer will not easily let you go, dealer will definitely think twice on your demand.</p>
<h2>Tip #4</h2>
<p>Silence is golden rule, this is the most important when you negotiate with the dealer, just pass on only that information to the dealer which you think is absolutely must. Dealer will try to ask many questions, remember you are not obliged to reply all the questions, learn to hold back and refuse to reply.</p>
<p>Never ever get friendly with the dealer, people unnecessarily try to become friendly with dealer expecting a better deal, basically dealers use this tactic to overcharge the customer.</p>
<h2>Tip #5</h2>
<p>You must always remember it is the dealer who has to compromise and not you. When in the showroom, look for those cars which the dealer has not offered, dealer will never let you leave.</p>
<p>Dealer will show you more cars and chances are you will get the car which you have already decided. You must pretend that the car shown by the dealer can be considered only if the prices are lowered.</p>
<p>Negotiating with the dealer is very easy, if you have enough knowledge about the cars and the dealers. Head over to the nearest used car lot and start sharpening your negotiating skill to locate your ideal donor car for your <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/">DIY electric car conversion</a> project.</p>
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		<title>The Drawbacks &amp; Advantages Of Owing A Pure Electric Car</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 03:10:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Will</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Electric Car Owners]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Electric cars are becoming popular in view of the focus on going green to protect the environment by nations all over the world. Soaring oil prices have prompted people to look for other options. Environmentalists were focusing on vehicles that run on gasoline and other such traditional fuels because of the pollution issues. This has [...]]]></description>
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<p>Electric cars are becoming popular in view of the focus on going green to protect the environment by nations all over the world. Soaring oil prices have prompted people to look for other options.</p>
<p>Environmentalists were focusing on vehicles that run on gasoline and other such traditional fuels because of the pollution issues. This has put pressure on inventors and automakers to further develop the electric car technology.</p>
<p>If you are a prospective buyer of an electric car, you should be aware about the benefits as well as the disadvantages of using an electric car. Of course, a lot of developments have happened, but there are some limitations.</p>
<p>Some of the disadvantages are listed below. It is an expensive to own and operate electric cars. The price of electric cars is very high.</p>
<p>The major contribution to the price of the car comes from the batteries required to run the <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/electric-motor/3-types-of-electric-motor-for-ev/">electric motor</a>. Electric cars use <a href="http://electronics.howstuffworks.com/everyday-tech/lithium-ion-battery.htm" target="_blank">lithium-ion batteries</a> that are pretty expensive. The batteries last for about 3 to 4 years and after that they will have to be replaced. People who have bought batteries will appreciate as to how the costs add up fast.</p>
<p>The second disadvantage is that the batteries of an electric car will have to be recharged frequently. You need to plan in advance as regards recharging. To get the batteries to the full charge, sufficient time has to be allocated. This may not seem to be a problem to you now, but you will realize it when you make an assessment after buying and using it for a while.</p>
<p>You could also face problems if the batteries are not fully charged and you have to extend trip or make an unplanned trip. The limitation on the distance that you cover with an electric car between recharges is a big hamper.</p>
<p>An electric car may not be the right vehicle for a long distance drive. You need to plan the distance you have to drive before using an electric car on a daily basis.</p>
<p>Most of the makes have limitations on the distance that an electric vehicle can run before it has to be necessarily recharged. ZAP, an electric car maker, said recently that the electric cars made by them can cover up to 100 miles with a full charge.</p>
<p>This may be encouraging, but many people drive in excess of 100 miles, including to and from the place of work, every day. This limitation is an issue for those who are compelled to use an electric vehicle to commute to their work place as you may get stuck in peak hour traffic jams if your car battery runs out.</p>
<p>Yet another disadvantage of electric vehicles is the lack of power. The pickup is not all that good. Anyone doing interstate driving will have to accelerate quickly to merge into traffic at times. A lot of developments have been incorporated in the electric cars in recent years, but many limitations are to be tackled so that it can get wide acceptance among the consumers.</p>
<h1>DIY Electric Car Conversion Guide</h1>
<p><img class="alignleft" title="Convert2EV Ebook" src="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/convert2ev.png" alt="" width="180" height="283" />A cheaper option of own an electric vehicle is via a <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/">DIY electric car</a> conversion project. You can actually remove the internal combustion engine of a conventional automobile and fit it with a high torque electric motor. However, the job of retrofitting an electric car is easier said than done.</p>
<p>If you are looking for an electric car conversion guide, check out the Convert2EV ebook by Les and Jane Oke. The Okes are from Canada and they have been using <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/homemade-electric-car/homemade-electric-car-how-to-get-started-with-a-diy-electric-vehicle/">homemade electric cars</a> for quite a long time. The Convert2EV manual was written based on the experience converting gas guzzlers to EVs. Click on the link below to visit their web site right now.</p>
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		<title>5 Reasons Why You Should Convert Your Gas Guzzler To Electric Car</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 10 Apr 2011 01:04:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Will</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[What is going to be discussed in this post are the advantages of a DIY electric car over a gasoline car and the reasons why people like to have an electric car. 1) No more trips to the gas station. Since a pure electric vehicle (EV) runs only on electricity, there isn&#8217;t any need to [...]]]></description>
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<p>What is going to be discussed in this post are the advantages of a<a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/"> DIY electric car</a> over a gasoline car and the reasons why people like to have an electric car.</p>
<h2>1) No more trips to the gas station.</h2>
<p>Since a pure electric vehicle (EV) runs only on electricity, there isn&#8217;t any need to stop by the gas station to buy gas anymore. The only time you’ll need to stop there is to use their restroom.</p>
<p>Compared to the cost of gas, the cost of charging the batteries of your <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/homemade-electric-car/homemade-electric-car-how-to-get-started-with-a-diy-electric-vehicle/">homemade electric car</a> is negligible. You may argue about the replacement costs of the batteries, but it is only to be replaced once in 3 &#8211; 5 years and it just costs less than $2000, depending on the type of battery you use.</p>
<p>This is much less than the amount you would have spent on fuel for 3 years for your gas guzzler. Not to mentioned the money you’ll save on oil change, oil filter and fuel filter. Saving on fuel cost is one of the key advantages of having your own electric car.</p>
<h2>2) Less breakdown.</h2>
<p>The internal combustion engine of a traditional automobile has many moving parts and any one of them can go out of order at any time. Replacing or repairing the defective parts will cost you time and money.</p>
<p>But in the case of an electric car, there aren&#8217;t many parts that can go wrong. As long as the battery is fully charged, the car will go on running. If you compare a conventional car and an electric car, the latter is more dependable as there are fewer chances of a malfunctioning part and a break down.</p>
<h2>3) Less dependence on foreign countries.</h2>
<p>The power source for an electric car is electricity from the battery and the battery can be charged from energy local sources. So an electric car doesn&#8217;t have to depend on fossil fuel imported from other countries at a great cost. This makes the EV owners and the nation as a whole self sufficient in terms of car fuel.</p>
<p>The country can save huge amounts of money which otherwise would have been spent on importing petroleum. Let’s give a helping hand to all the fighting men and women in the Middle East by using less gasoline.</p>
<h2>4) Less affected by global political impact.</h2>
<p>The gulf countries export petroleum products to the western world and the income generated by the sale of petroleum products is used to suppress the aspirations of the people for freedom and human rights.</p>
<p>This money, on the other, hand could have been used for the development of those oil exporting countries by providing quality education for their citizens and creating more employment opportunities.</p>
<p>People of the western world who buy the oil to drive their gasoline cars are in a way aiding the governments of these countries to deprive their own people of freedom and human rights. If you use electric cars, you will have the consolation that you are not aiding these governments in their nefarious actions.</p>
<h2>5) Safer on the road.</h2>
<p>Electric cars are much safer than gas driven cars. Gas driven cars have very complicated mechanisms and they have uncontrollable power. You can&#8217;t even imagine allowing your son driving a traditional car.</p>
<p>But if it is an electric car, even small children can manage it. The only risk with an electric car is the <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/battery-reconditioning/deep-cycle-battery-maintenance-guide/">high voltage battery</a> but compared to the highly inflammable gas used in the traditional car, the danger from the electricity produced by the battery is negligible.</p>
<h2>DIY Electric Car Conversion Guide</h2>
<p><img class="alignleft" title="Convert2EV Book" src="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/convert2ev.png" alt="" width="152" height="215" />Are you planning to convert a conventional automobile into a homemade electric vehicle? If you are, it is best you read up on the science of EV retrofitting.</p>
<p>Before you begin your electric vehicle conversion project, check out the <strong>Convert2EV</strong> ebook by <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/convert-2-ev/les-and-jane-oke-convert2ev/">Les and Jane Oke</a>. The Okes live a green lifestyle in Canada and one way of keeping their carbon footprint small is by using pure electric car. The <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/convert-2-ev/convert2ev-comprehensive-review-by-an-electric-car-enthusiast/">Convert2EV</a> manual was written based on their experience of retrofitting old gas guzzler into electric vehicle.</p>
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		<title>10 Reasons For Using VW Beetle For EV Conversion</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Mar 2011 01:36:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Will</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[1) The beauty of simple engineering. The VW Beetle&#8217;s design and engineering is relatively very straightforward and uncomplicated, so you won&#8217;t have to deal with any complicated electronics or components. 2) Easy conversion kits available. The VW Beetle is already such a common EV conversion car that it&#8217;s extremely easy to get your hands on [...]]]></description>
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<h2>1) The beauty of simple engineering.</h2>
<p>The VW Beetle&#8217;s design and engineering is relatively very straightforward and uncomplicated, so you won&#8217;t have to deal with any complicated electronics or components.</p>
<h2>2) Easy conversion kits available.</h2>
<p>The VW Beetle is already such a common <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/">EV conversion car</a> that it&#8217;s extremely easy to get your hands on a ready-made conversion kit. Purchasing one of these kits will make the conversion process so much easier for you, particularly when it comes to installing the adapter plate. Because the plate is pre-cut to perfectly fit your Beetle, all you need to do is bolt it into place.</p>
<h2>3) Price you can&#8217;t argue with.</h2>
<p>Old VW Beetles are generally fairly inexpensive and easy to find almost anywhere. Try looking for one at used car dealerships, vehicle trading site websites, or in <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/donor-car/cheap-electric-donor-car-from-government-car-auctions/">government auction inventories</a>.</p>
<p>If you can find a VW Beetle with a non-functioning engine then you&#8217;ll be able to get your donor car at an even lower price. For your EV conversion, you don&#8217;t even want the engine, but you can use the fact that it isn&#8217;t working as a bargaining chip to greatly reduce the cost of your purchase.</p>
<h2>4)  Quick and easy engine extraction.</h2>
<p>Once you&#8217;ve found your donor vehicle, you&#8217;ll need to remove the existing engine. You&#8217;ll find it incredibly straightforward to extract the VW Beetle&#8217;s old internal combustion engine because the original engineering is so uncomplicated.</p>
<p>Just undo a few bolts and you&#8217;ll be able to hoist the thing straight out. Compared to trying to remove the engine from most other vehicle models, this is simply child&#8217;s play.</p>
<h2>5) Rear-wheel drive.</h2>
<p>The ideal EV donor car will have rear-wheel drive. Guess what? The vast majority of VW Beetles are already built this way.</p>
<h2>6) Manual gear transmission.</h2>
<p>For an easy DIY approach to EV conversion, you really need to get hold of a donor vehicle that has a manual transmission. Luckily for you, it is incredibly easy to find an old VW Beetle to fit your needs, saving you time, effort, and cash.</p>
<h2>7) Ample trunk space.</h2>
<p>You&#8217;ll need plenty of room up-front in your <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/donor-car/5-tips-on-selecting-the-right-donor-car/">EV donor car</a> for your batteries and, in this respect, the VW Beetle is perfect for conversion, with its capacious forward trunk space. Just take out the spare tire and you&#8217;re good to go!</p>
<h2>8) Ample in-car storage space.</h2>
<p>You&#8217;ll find that there&#8217;s even more potential storage space behind the driver&#8217;s seat in a VW Beetle. You can take advantage of this by using the space for additional batteries, thereby extending the range of your EV conversion.</p>
<h2>9) Light weight and nimble.</h2>
<p>Most VW Beetles will weigh less than 1,800 pounds, which is a boon for EV conversion. A lighter vehicle has lower inertia, and that means it requires less energy to move forward.</p>
<p>And the less energy you need to get going, the longer your batteries will last, and the further you can travel without having to recharge.</p>
<h2>10) Easy to locate spare part.</h2>
<p>There are so many old VW Beetles lying around these days that finding spare parts for your EV conversion and its maintenance should be both easy and inexpensive.</p>
<h2>VW Beetle Electric Car Conversion Book</h2>
<p><img class="alignleft" title="EV Secrets" src="http://www.evsecrets.com/images/paperback-box-250.jpg" alt="" width="173" height="225" />If you are looking for a good Do It Yourself (DIY) VW Beetle electric car conversion book, check out <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/ev-conversion/gavin-shoebridge-new-zealand-electric-car-conversion-manual/">Gavin Shoebridge’s</a> <strong>Electric Conversion Made Easy</strong> guide.</p>
<p>Gavin is from New Zealand and he has converted his old gas guzzler into a pure electric car in his garage.</p>
<p>Gavin is also well known in the homemade electric car realm. This is because of all the videos he took when he was converting his electric car.</p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">==&gt; <strong><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.cbelectriccar.com/blog/gavinshoebridge_site">Click here to read more about Electric Conversion Made Easy!</a></strong></h2>
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		<title>Converting Gasoline Car To Electric In USA</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Aug 2010 10:00:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Will</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[EV Conversion]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you were to read the news on the current automobile industry, almost all major car manufacturers are planning to manufacture and sell pure electric vehicles (EV). There is going to be a major shift in global transport industry from fossil fuel to electric power. Unfortunately, the introduction of EVs to the mass market is [...]]]></description>
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<p>If you were to read the news on the current automobile industry, almost all major car manufacturers are planning to manufacture and sell pure electric vehicles (EV). There is going to be a major shift in global transport industry from fossil fuel to electric power.</p>
<p>Unfortunately, the introduction of EVs to the mass market is still very slow. There are only a handful of electric car models available in the market right now.</p>
<p>Due to the slow responsiveness of the automakers, many electric car enthusiasts are taking matters into their own hands. They are literally ripping out the internal combustion engine of their conventional automobile and replacing it with an electric motor.</p>
<p>To power the electric motor, a bunch of deep cycle batteries are stringed together to provide sufficient electricity for the <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/">DIY electric car</a> to travel a range of approximately 50 miles.</p>
<p>How big is the <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/homemade-electric-car/homemade-electric-car-how-to-get-started-with-a-diy-electric-vehicle/">homemade electric car</a> market? In the United States alone, there are over 1,500 cars registered as a pure electric vehicle and the number is keep on rising.</p>
<p>There are a couple of reasons why DIY electric car conversion project is so popular in the US. One of the key factors is local made parts. Most of the EV conversion components such as the electric motor, controller, deep cycle batteries, charge controller etc are made in America.</p>
<p>There are many advantages when you have lots of local made parts. One of it is cost. When everything can be ordered locally, you will save a lot of money on transportation and shipping costs.</p>
<p>If you are staying outside of the United States, have you tried ordering an item weighing over 50 kg? The shipping charges will cost you a bomb!</p>
<p>If you are staying in America and you are a <span style="text-decoration: underline;">DIY electric car</span> enthusiasts, thank your lucky star you have many local EV parts and components supplier. You can make your own homemade electric car with a relatively smaller budget compared to those staying outside the United States.</p>
<p>For those that are not staying in USA, you either have to pay a higher cost for the parts or be contented with cheap parts from China. My advice is, spend the money and get good quality components for your home build electric car.</p>
<h2>Homemade Electric Car Guide</h2>
<p>Do you want to know how to convert your gas guzzler into a <em>pure electric car </em>at a minimal cost? If you do, check out the<a href="http://www.cbelectriccar.com/blog/convert2ev_site"> Convert2EV</a> e-book by Les Oke.</p>
<p>Les and his family are from Canada and they been living a green lifestyle for more than 15 years. To maintain a low carbon footprint, they use DIY electric cars to travel from one place to another.</p>
<p>The Convert2EV e-book was written based on Les’ years of experience doing his own DIY electric car conversion projects. For more information, read the <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/convert-2-ev/convert2ev-comprehensive-review-by-an-electric-car-enthusiast/">Convert2EV review</a> on this blog.</p>
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		<title>Homemade Electric Car – Maximize Mileage By Reducing Air Drag</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jul 2010 05:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Will</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In terms of running cost, a pure plug-in electric car is definitely better compared to a conventional automobile. Just imagine the amount of money you’ll saved by not having to fill up at the gas station. There is a drawback on electric vehicle (EV) though, it is the high cost. For the time being, an [...]]]></description>
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<p>In terms of running cost, a pure plug-in electric car is definitely better compared to a conventional automobile. Just imagine the amount of money you’ll saved by not having to fill up at the gas station. There is a drawback on electric vehicle (EV) though, it is the high cost.</p>
<p>For the time being, an EV is still relatively expensive. If you were to visit an EV dealership, be prepared to spend upwards of $40,000 for a sedan electric car. Is there a cheaper alternative?</p>
<p>To save cost, my electric car enthusiasts are turning to <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/homemade-electric-car/homemade-electric-car-how-to-get-started-with-a-diy-electric-vehicle/">homemade electric car</a> to fulfill their dreams of owning an EV. Because of the rising demand from <em>DIY electric car conversion</em>, there have been a lot of EV conversion kits available in the market.</p>
<p>Generally, a DIY electric car is much cheaper compared to a brand new EV from the car makers. If you are starting your own EV retrofitting project, you should set aside roughly $7500 as the budget. The amount of money you spent on your EV can be reduced if you were to take steps to improve its efficiency.</p>
<p>To improve the efficiency on an EV, you have to find ways to extend its driving mileage before it has to be recharged. There are many simple and cheap ways you can do so and in this blog post, I thought of writing about improving the “air drag” of the EV.</p>
<h1>Reducing Electric Car Air Drag</h1>
<p>Just like a conventional car, when a <span style="text-decoration: underline;">homemade electric vehicle</span> is moving, it too has to push through air. To extend its mileage, we have to find ways to push or redirect the air trapped in the front of the car to the side. One of the most popular ways of doing so is by installing a nose cone or grille blocker.</p>
<p>Depending on which model donor car you use, the grille blocker will improve the aerodynamic of your EV therefore extending its mileage per charge as much as 20 percent. It’s a simple solution and yet yields a big result!</p>
<p>Another way to improve the aerodynamic of EVs is by installing a flat belly pan underneath the car. This can be done by using a piece of plywood or thick plastic sheet. The idea is to allow air to rush through the undercarriage rather than being trapped in between the car parts thus creating drag.</p>
<p>There are many things you can do to improve the efficiency of your electric vehicle and they don’t have to be expensive. What you’ll need is some time and dedication to implement the solution onto your DIY electric car. It may seem insignificant, but the improvement on your EV mileage can be quite substantial.</p>
<h2>Homemade Electric Car Conversion Guide</h2>
<p>Do you want to know how to convert a gas guzzler to a pure electric car in your home garage? If you do, check out the <a href="http://www.cbelectriccar.com/blog/convert2ev_site">Convert2EV</a> e-book written by Les Oke.</p>
<p>Les Oke is from Canada. He and his family have been living a green lifestyle for more than a decade. Staying true to their green lifestyle, Les and his wife use homemade electric cars.</p>
<p>The Convert2EV guide was written based on Les’ years of experience with EV conversion projects. For more information, read the <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/convert-2-ev/convert2ev-comprehensive-review-by-an-electric-car-enthusiast/">Convert2EV review</a> on this blog.</p>
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		<title>DIY Electric Car Conversion – How Hard Could It Be?</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jul 2010 02:06:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Will</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Many people before starting their own DIY electric car conversion project, have an uneasy feeling because there are so many uncertainties. Some will even give up before they get started. If you are planning a homemade electric car conversion project, how do you get over your jitters? You can start by doing some readings on [...]]]></description>
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<p>Many people before starting their own <strong>DIY electric car conversion</strong> project, have an uneasy feeling because there are so many uncertainties. Some will even give up before they get started.</p>
<p>If you are planning a <a href="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/homemade-electric-car/homemade-electric-car-how-to-get-started-with-a-diy-electric-vehicle/">homemade electric car</a> conversion project, how do you get over your jitters?</p>
<p>You can start by doing some readings on EV conversions. There are a lot of electric vehicle magazines and also web sites that you can read to feed your curiosity before you begin. You can also visit EV related forums on the web that a lot of electric car enthusiasts hang out and post some questions. The idea is to calm your nerves with some technical information.</p>
<p>But beware, do not fall into the trap of “analysis paralysis” where you become paralyzed with fear because you did too much analysis on your EV conversion project. Overcome your fear by just doing it.</p>
<h2>EV Conversion – Getting The Motor In</h2>
<p>The biggest hurdle that you have to overcome is removing the internal combustion engine of your donor car and connecting the electric motor to the transmission unit. This process involves a lot of technical precision.</p>
<p>If you had an adapter plate custom made, changes are, you may face some unforeseen circumstances. You may get all the measurement and dimension right, but when you try to install it, the components may not fit exactly.</p>
<p>Here’s a tip. Why not get a machinist to help you with the electric motor installation process? He will be able to studying your donor car engine compartment and would be better to anticipate any challenges that may occur. By doing so may cost you a few hundred dollars, but it will save you a lot of headache and also time and money wasted to redo the adapter plate.</p>
<h2>The Rest of The EV Retrofitting</h2>
<p>When the electric motor is in, the rest of the procedures are simple in comparison. The next big hurdle is to make the rack for the deep cycle batteries.</p>
<p>Generally, a homemade electric car would have 15 – 20 units of deep cycle batteries. The challenge here is to find the ideal space to store them without taking up too much of the interior space.</p>
<p>When installing the batteries, what you must pay attention on is getting the right measurements. You can follow the rule of thumb for carpenter which is “measure twice and cut once”. In this case, measure the battery storage area twice before cutting the metal support frames.</p>
<h2>DIY Electric Car Conversion Guide</h2>
<p>A <em>DIY electric car conversion</em> in actual fact is not very difficult. However, it does require a lot of persistence and dedication. If you’ve done some car maintenance on your own before, you shouldn’t have too much problem installing all the EV components onto your car.</p>
<p>If you are a total newbie and you want to get some basic information on <span style="text-decoration: underline;">home build electric car</span>, you can check out the <a href="http://www.cbelectriccar.com/blog/convert2ev_site">Convert2EV</a> e-book by Les Oke.</p>
<p>Les Oke and his family live in Canada and they have been living a green lifestyle for more than 15 years. In order to have a low carbon footprint, Les and his wife drive electric cars that they built themselves.</p>
<p>The Convert2EV e-book was written based on Les’ years of experience retrofitting conventional automobiles to run on pure electric power. For more information on the electric car conversion guide, click on the link below.</p>
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		<title>DIY Electric Car Conversion &#8211; How To Get Started</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jul 2010 03:10:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Will</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Have you driven a pure electric car before? Most people had but they just do not realize it. If you are a golfer, most probably you have driven an electric golf cart in the golf course. The golf cart is exactly how an electric vehicle (EV) feels like. It is quiet, no vibration, no exhaust [...]]]></description>
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<p>Have you driven a pure electric car before? Most people had but they just do not realize it. If you are a golfer, most probably you have driven an electric golf cart in the golf course. The golf cart is exactly how an electric vehicle (EV) feels like. It is quiet, no vibration, no exhaust gas and has a very powerful acceleration.</p>
<p>Many vehicle owners like the idea of using a pure plug-in electric car for their daily driving. However, a brand new electric car from the car manufacturer is still quite expensive. Let’s take the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phoenix_Motorcars" target="_blank">Phoenix SUT</a> as an example. Phoenix SUT is a pickup truck that runs purely on electricity. If you want one, be prepared to spend upwards of $45,000! Yup, pure electric cars are not cheap.</p>
<p>Due to the high cost, many people are turning into Do It Yourself (DIY) <strong>electric car conversion</strong> project to get hold of an EV. But before you rush to your garage and start yanking out the internal combustion engine of your car, this is what you have to know about homemade electric cars.</p>
<h1>DIY Electric Car Conversion</h1>
<p>Will the <em>DIY electric car</em> fulfill your driving needs? No doubt a DIY electric vehicle has many advantages, but it is not meant for everybody. The biggest drawback for an EV is the driving range before it has to be recharged.</p>
<p>Do you know how many miles you drive in a day? This number is very important because it will tell you if the electric car is suitable for you.</p>
<p>Let’s take the Phoenix SUT as an example again. The electric truck uses a <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lithium-titanate_battery" target="_blank">lithium-titanate battery</a> bank which give it approximately 130 miles of driving before it has to be recharged.</p>
<p>For a <span style="text-decoration: underline;">DIY electric car,</span> the type of battery you will be using is the deep cycle kind. Deep cycle batteries are used for homemade electric cars because it is most suitable and cheapest.</p>
<p>However, EV using deep cycle batteries would not be able to give you the same driving mileage as a car using lithium-titanate batteries. Hence, your Do It Yourself electric vehicle will only have a driving mileage of approximately 50 miles before it has to be recharged.</p>
<p>Now, do you see why your daily driving mileage is so important now?</p>
<p>The mileage of 50 miles an EV can give you is for round trip. It is actually good if you are driving to a distant of about 25 miles from your home. The battery will provide you sufficient power to get to your destination about 25 miles away, but the balance power for the next 25 miles is needed for you to drive back.</p>
<p>If you were to get your journey mileage wrong, you may end up having your DIY electric car stranded in the middle of the road because the battery bank runs out of juice.</p>
<h2>DIY Electric Car Conversion Guide</h2>
<p><img class="alignleft" title="Les Oke Convert2EV" src="http://cbelectriccar.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/convert2ev.png" alt="" width="180" height="283" />Before you get started on a DIY electric car project, you must know whether the EV will meet your daily driving needs. If it does, the next step is to get a good EV conversion guide. If you are looking for an electric can retrofitting guide, check out the <a href="http://www.cbelectriccar.com/blog/convert2ev_site">Convert2EV</a> e-book by Les Oke.</p>
<p>Les Oke and his family are from Canada and have been living a green lifestyle for more than 15 years. To keep their carbon footprint low, they use <span style="text-decoration: underline;">pure electric cars</span> to commute.</p>
<p>Throughout the years, Les has converted numerous conventional automobiles to run only on electricity. The Convert2EV guide is written based on his experience with <strong>DIY electric car conversion</strong> project. For more information on the Les’ EV guide, read the <a href="http://www.cbelectriccar.com/">Convert2EV review</a> on this blog.</p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">==&gt; <a href="http://www.cbelectriccar.com/blog/convert2ev_site">Click here to visit Convert2EV now!</a></h2>
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