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    I have the rear drive module + inverter and honestly a whole bunch of other rear end components from a 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. The motor is 295HP, it was a Pro S AWD Module, and seems to be in great condition. The rear axles are still attached and I have the accompanying wheel hubs. I have no clue...
    $1,400 USD
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    1964 VW Karmann Ghia Clean California Title & Reg 4-Speed Manual Electric Conversion w/ AC-51 Motor and Curtis 1239 controller (88 HP & 108 Lb Ft Torque) All new 15kWh Battery w/ Redesigned & Insulated Battery Box (~50 miles) rebuilt, installed this year. 44x 100ah CAB Cells ordered directly...
    $25,000 USD
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    Hi, everyone! Wanted to drop in and create a build thread for anyone who wants to follow along with our '63 VW Beetle project, un-originally named the 'Voltswagen' for obvious reasons. Some quick backstory: We've owned this Beetle for about the last ten years. She has served us well, has made...
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    Hello people, I am planning on living in a van in around a year or two once I save up enough money to move out. I want to get my hands on the vehicle in the title and convert it to full electric with tesla batteries. I am very new at this and have 0 mechanical experience but I have the grit to...
  5. New Member Introductions
    Hi guys, Just joined as I'm in the process of considering converting one of my golf MK2 gtis to electric. Welcome any advice and pointers but..... The main thing I want to do is DIY it myself and at minimum cost maximum performance. So let's hear opinions please
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    I know about the EV West kit. My Ghia has the Autostick transmission. Any suggestions or links to good threads would be greatly appreciated. I'm also interested to see if anyone has electrified a Gen2 Prius by replacing the ICE engine with an Electric motor and or an extra battery pack. I'm...
  7. Batteries and Charging
    I have a 1980 Volkswagen vanaggain. Rear engine air cooled. I’m thinking of replacing the drivetrain with an E golf motor,batteries and charging system. I’m wonder if anyone out there has any experience with Volkswagen to Volkswagen swaps?
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    Hi guys, I wanted to show you our 1967 VW beetle electric conversion. It is powered by a Gen 2 Nissan Leaf motor and inverter controlled by our ECU. The batteries are also Nissan Leaf. We have also made a couple of videos about it. Unfortunately its in German but maybe also interesting for you...
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    Hey Guys I'm planning to start a new build. I want to convert a T2 VW Van . I'm thinking of the following motor: Ac induction motor :20kw/50kwpeak or a PMSM same rating ( i found a Chinese supplier on Alibaba for those) I'm going with with AC since the driving will include trips to...
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    Hi from Youngsville North Carolina, USA! I'm busy tearing down my 1969 VW Bug Vert, prepping her for a complete body off restoration. Had her since 1983 and kept her safe and dry in storage for the last 20 years as I chased the almighty dollar and raised four sons. Now I want my baby back baby...
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    Hello! I am considering converting my 2002 Golf to electric. For my daily commute, I need a range of at least 60 miles and a top speed of at least 75 mph, although I would prefer a range closer to 90-100 miles if I can make it work with my budget, which should probably max out around $13000...
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    Hello everyone I am doing my master at a technical university for applied sciences in Switzerland. It's a Master of Science in Engineering in the are of Energy and Mobility. So photovoltaics, renewable energy, electric mobility, battery technology etc. are playing an important role in my...
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    Y'all, I live down here in New Orleans. My Daisy is a 2004 New Beatle. I am her second owner, and her first owner is Chaya owner of Bywater Bakery. Sometimes parts fall off of Daisy, LOL, but she drives soooooo good. Never gives me trouble starting. No trouble with this girl. I want to ride her...
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    Hey all, This will be the conversion thread where I ask (hopefully) not-too-stupid questions and post pictures of the things I've broken. GOALS Top Speed - we'd like to get 70-80mph for the headroom of it. We live in Southern California - everything is highway driving here. Range - in a...
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    New paint, interior and top by pros. I did the conversion with best parts (I'm a EE). Ten new Interstate deep-cycle batteries, custom cables, Curtis controller, D&D motor. Digital voltmeter and analog ammeter on dash. Adjustable rear air shocks add stability. Retains the stock transaxle so...
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    I used these in my electric Karmann Ghia for around 2 years. I got them used, and some of the cells aren't as good as others. 24 Cells per module and there are two modules. I have already attached BMS wires. The worst part about these modules is that the cells are epoxied together inside the box...
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    Hi Guys, I've been lurking for a bit now. I started out looking at this project just to see if the technology capable of shifting my van was even developed yet, suffice it to say that I am pleasantly surprised :). So the nitty gritty: Your skill level with auto mechanics and fabrication Next...
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    For Sale **10K OBO**: 1979 Super Beetle Convertible EV Conversion 100% complete 1979 Super Beetle Convertible. Entire lifetime in California. I bought it in 2013 and had it converted to full electric by Nathan Hutchison of Nate's Green Garage in Berkeley, CA. I have about $38k into it, when...
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    Conversion project has all parts including batteries. Following is installed: motor, controller, controller mount board, adapter plate, flywheel coupler, instrumentation, & throttle controller. Charger and batteries in car but need to be wired up. Includes a how to book. 1970 clean Florida...
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    HI everyone, so I'm still doing a ton of research but am coming up with a price range of $5000+ for the conversion I want to do. I essentially want to grab an old Volkswagen Beatle from the 70s or 80s which should weigh 1.7 tons without anything and around 2.5 tons with me, the motor, batteries...
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