Nodd's "VOLtS WAGEN"


Vehicle Name: VOLtS WAGEN
Builder: Nodd
Started: 2008-01-01
Est. Finish: 2008-01-01
Build Duration: 0 days
Build Hours: n/a
% Complete: 100%
Added: 2008-07-03
Last Updated: 2008-09-02
Donor Vehicle: 1985 Volkswagen Cabriolet
Donor Cost: n/a
Conversion Cost: $10,000
Total Cost: $10,000
- Performance and Range -
Max Power: 81 kW
Top Speed: 62 mph
Acceleration: Sluggish
Final Weight: 3300 lbs
Range at 30: 117 miles
Range at 55: n/a
 
- Batteries / Charging -
Battery Type: Flooded Lead Acid
Battery Manufacturer: Interstate Batteries (US Battery)
Battery Configuration: 20 x u2300 6v 242aH batteries. 4 in engine compartment. 16 in battery box in rear passenger compartment.
Battery Pack Voltage: 120v
Charger: Lestronic 25a
Charge Time: 10 hours
 
- Drivetrain -
Controller: Auburn Scientific
Motor: 9" DC
 
- Accessories / Other -
DC-DC Converter: 
Air Conditioning: Convertable
Power Steering: 
Brakes: 
Tires: 
Other Notes: The previous owner entered this EV in various competitions around the US. It won several awards and once achieved 117 miles on a single charge using a 120v 240ah lead acid pack. It was driven VERY carefully to pull that stunt off & the pack was pushed to its limit. Not something I'd recommend but in a competition I guess the pack's welfare is not a priority. I'm now the new owner and I've had one huge fat EV smile on my face ever since. So far I've not attempted more than 35 miles on a charge but its nice to know the car is capable of more.
 
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