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Hi all,
I'm currently looking into a potential project down the road. I've always liked 1980's era Chevy 4x4 trucks and I was thinking of doing an EV conversion with one.
Your skill level with auto mechanics and fabrication
I'm quite skilled with automechanics (I can do almost everything on a truck minus the wheel alignment). I've got an oxyacetalyne welding setup and quite a bit of fabrication skills. I can do some custom work with cast aluminum as well (I've got a forge)
The range you are hoping to get (how many miles/charge)
I live in a hilly area, but I'm looking to get 70-100 miles per charge. My commute is currently 30 miles RT, but I frequently have to make further trips.
What level of performance you are hoping to get
The highway speed in the area is 70mph but I'd like to be able to get to 85mph. I may put a plow on it for taking care of my driveway, but I wouldn't drive it long distances with it on.
How much money you are willing to put into your project
I'm not sure how much it will take. I know that the starter truck will be about $2k to start.
What parts you've already considered, if any.
I haven't considered any parts yet
This was the truck I was looking at - https://nh.craigslist.org/cto/d/1985-chevy-silverado/6421056919.html
I'd appreciate any advice anyone would have. If the advice is "Don't do it, you're stupid" just let me know why.
Jay
I'm currently looking into a potential project down the road. I've always liked 1980's era Chevy 4x4 trucks and I was thinking of doing an EV conversion with one.
Your skill level with auto mechanics and fabrication
I'm quite skilled with automechanics (I can do almost everything on a truck minus the wheel alignment). I've got an oxyacetalyne welding setup and quite a bit of fabrication skills. I can do some custom work with cast aluminum as well (I've got a forge)
The range you are hoping to get (how many miles/charge)
I live in a hilly area, but I'm looking to get 70-100 miles per charge. My commute is currently 30 miles RT, but I frequently have to make further trips.
What level of performance you are hoping to get
The highway speed in the area is 70mph but I'd like to be able to get to 85mph. I may put a plow on it for taking care of my driveway, but I wouldn't drive it long distances with it on.
How much money you are willing to put into your project
I'm not sure how much it will take. I know that the starter truck will be about $2k to start.
What parts you've already considered, if any.
I haven't considered any parts yet
This was the truck I was looking at - https://nh.craigslist.org/cto/d/1985-chevy-silverado/6421056919.html
I'd appreciate any advice anyone would have. If the advice is "Don't do it, you're stupid" just let me know why.
Jay