neljoshua's "Ex7"


Vehicle Name: Ex7
Builder: neljoshua
Started: 2009-05-25
Finished: 2009-07-09
Build Duration: 45 days
Build Hours: 100
% Complete: 95%
Added: 2009-04-27
Last Updated: 2009-09-28
Donor Vehicle: 1983 Mazda Rx7
Donor Cost: $1,099
Conversion Cost: $5,700
Total Cost: $6,799
































- Performance and Range -
Max Power: 30 kW
Top Speed: 65 mph
Acceleration: 
Final Weight: 2700 lbs
Range at 30: 70 miles
Range at 55: n/a
 
- Batteries / Charging -
Battery Type: Flooded Lead Acid
Battery Manufacturer: Trojan
Battery Configuration: 10 in series; 12V, 120Ah each
Battery Pack Voltage: 120v
Charger: QuickCharge Select-a-Charge
Charge Time: 10-14 hours
 
- Drivetrain -
Controller: Kelly KBL12401H
Motor: M&C DL-15B5
 
- Accessories / Other -
DC-DC Converter: Vicor
Air Conditioning: No
Power Steering: No
Brakes: Regenerative
Tires: 
Other Notes: The vehicle also has regenerative braking. Feels very similar to power brakes. The controller and I, however, have not yet agreed on the amount of regen; too much and I get jerky stops. Too little and I waste a bunch of energy.
 
- Stats -
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