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Hi all,
I'm new to this but in researching many electric motor/drivetrain configurations, it seems pretty straightforward (hah) to replace the entire engine/tran/differential of the Corvair with the motor/gearbox of the 500E, Leaf, I3, etc.....
They both connect to the wheels via side axles, so why not eliminate all of the leaky parts? The geometry appears similar. Love my truck but the ongoing battle of leaks and old engine issues is wearing me out.
I've been measuring and sizing up the fit and am close to starting. Any input is appreciated and I hope to come up with a conversion that is easily adaptable.
It would get a lot of these great old cars back on the road.
Mitch
I'm new to this but in researching many electric motor/drivetrain configurations, it seems pretty straightforward (hah) to replace the entire engine/tran/differential of the Corvair with the motor/gearbox of the 500E, Leaf, I3, etc.....
They both connect to the wheels via side axles, so why not eliminate all of the leaky parts? The geometry appears similar. Love my truck but the ongoing battle of leaks and old engine issues is wearing me out.
I've been measuring and sizing up the fit and am close to starting. Any input is appreciated and I hope to come up with a conversion that is easily adaptable.
It would get a lot of these great old cars back on the road.
Mitch