Hello all.
I am picking up a 68 Corvair this weekend and it currently has no drive train what so ever. I thought electric would be a great way to go. It is a rear wheel driven car and the motor is normally in the rear. I am not sure if I should go two motors in the back independent or connected or just one. Does it need a rear end? Transmission? Would like some ideas from some people on what they would do. My range would need to be a minimum of 40 miles which is round trip to work. I am good at electrical wiring and mechanical. Good at fabrication also. Was thinking of using an AC motor and possibly regenerative braking if possible. Other than that I am not sure what else would be a good fit for my project. The car stock weight is 2500lbs roughly but with all drivetrain out I am estimating it to weigh 1900 pounds. Any suggestions anyone???
I am picking up a 68 Corvair this weekend and it currently has no drive train what so ever. I thought electric would be a great way to go. It is a rear wheel driven car and the motor is normally in the rear. I am not sure if I should go two motors in the back independent or connected or just one. Does it need a rear end? Transmission? Would like some ideas from some people on what they would do. My range would need to be a minimum of 40 miles which is round trip to work. I am good at electrical wiring and mechanical. Good at fabrication also. Was thinking of using an AC motor and possibly regenerative braking if possible. Other than that I am not sure what else would be a good fit for my project. The car stock weight is 2500lbs roughly but with all drivetrain out I am estimating it to weigh 1900 pounds. Any suggestions anyone???