Hey y'all,
I am attempting to convert a Ford Maverick. it's a heavier car, but I got it at a steal.
1) I can get through a decent amount of mechanical problems. But I have limited experience with fabrication, which consists of machine shop in high school.
2) Aiming for 80 mi/charger. So maybe a commuter car.
3) Looking for a minimum top speed of 75 mi. Something that wont' cause people to honk at you on the freeway.
4) ~5k. I want to keep the conversion on the cheaper side, so I'm considering in using a DC forklift motor. I do want it to be a robust and usable car.
I am ok with spending a lot of time on this project. If you have resources that get in depth with motors, circuits, etc., let me know. I'll spend a lot of time on it.
My major concern is that the forklift motor won't cut it. If so, is there an economical DC motor that will work?
I definitely think this will be a great learning experience and I would love to keep hearing from you guys about EVs.
Thanks!
I am attempting to convert a Ford Maverick. it's a heavier car, but I got it at a steal.
1) I can get through a decent amount of mechanical problems. But I have limited experience with fabrication, which consists of machine shop in high school.
2) Aiming for 80 mi/charger. So maybe a commuter car.
3) Looking for a minimum top speed of 75 mi. Something that wont' cause people to honk at you on the freeway.
4) ~5k. I want to keep the conversion on the cheaper side, so I'm considering in using a DC forklift motor. I do want it to be a robust and usable car.
I am ok with spending a lot of time on this project. If you have resources that get in depth with motors, circuits, etc., let me know. I'll spend a lot of time on it.
My major concern is that the forklift motor won't cut it. If so, is there an economical DC motor that will work?
I definitely think this will be a great learning experience and I would love to keep hearing from you guys about EVs.
Thanks!