M guess is that there is approximately zero chance that the bell housing pattern for a Golf matches the old air-cooled VW/Porsche pattern.Does anyone know if I can use the existing adapter plate and coupler from the GTI for the 914?
In my Google search the images clearly show a typical modern automotive pattern, not the VW/Porsche air-cooled setup.While drawings for the air cooled VW/porsche adapter plates are relatively easy to find online, I am having trouble finding anything that is specific to my Golf.
Good idea.Imagine I will know as soon as I start pulling the ICE from the Porsche and the motor from the Golf, but would love to know from a planning perspective before hand.
Awesome. Really appreciate your input on this.M guess is that there is approximately zero chance that the bell housing pattern for a Golf matches the old air-cooled VW/Porsche pattern.
I did a Google search for "vw golf bell housing pattern": the first page match is a discussion in VW Vortex about bell housing interchangeability for various transverse water-cooled engines and they don't even mention anything air-cooled.
In my Google search the images clearly show a typical modern automotive pattern, not the VW/Porsche air-cooled setup.
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Thanks @Russco -
Canadian EV (Randy) had a whole bunch of adapters for many makes of cars including your air cooled Porsche. But the company seems to have sold to another party in a different location in British Columbia. So, who knows?Thanks @Russco -
It looks like that one doesn't include a coupler nor mounting hardware. Both solvable problems, but noteworthy.
I am going to see if Electric Motorsport has anything in San Leandro, as that would be easy for me to visit.
Still curious to hear peoples opinions on manufacturing quality from various vendors.
Cheers
I've called around and it seems like EV vendors are suffering supply chain woes like other manufacturers.Canadian EV (Randy) had a whole bunch of adapters for many makes of cars including your air cooled Porsche. But the company seems to have sold to another party in a different location in British Columbia. So, who knows?
ZEVA (Ian) in Australia has retired last year. There aren't many EV suppliers left.
With an old worn out VW bug crankshaft, and gland nut, a good machine shop will be able to make the motor shaft adapter. You will also need a VW or Porsche flywheel, pressure plate and clutch disc.
Hey @914EVHi Austin,
I am converting a 914 and trying to get a CanadaEV adapter plate. My conversion will use the 901 transaxle and a HPEVS AC-50 motor. I have one recent quote from CanadaEV for $975 (part no. 5059) but the shaft adapter is not included. And I am seeking a quote from a U.S. Vendor (Electricmotorsport.com) for the entire CanadaEV kit but still awaiting word.
The project's design has veered from attempting a DIY adapter design to purchasing one. Consequently, I have an adapter plate design in a solid model if that is of any use to you. This was for a HPEVS AC-31 motor which I am not going to use.
Regards,
Bill
I'll be emailing you shortly.Hey @914EV
Yes! That would be of great use to me!
I was just about to fire up fusion 360 to draw out the transaxle, but I would love to use yours as a reference.
The HPEVS uses the same bolt pattern as the Warp, if I understand correctly.
I just contacted Richard at EV4U to see about sourcing coupler/adapter plate combo that he machines.
Good luck with your conversion, would love to see some photos!
Thanks for your help,
Austin
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Thank you very much for the detailed drawings.I'll be emailing you shortly.
Thanks -Really good progress. The contactor box has my attention. What is your thinking on using the breakers versus the bolt tab fuses I see used in some designs?