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Aug 27, 2014 18:05:47 GMT
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Hello all, just recently discovered this forum, seems a nice place, so thought I'd join as I have a couple of older cars. 
First Let me introduce you to my Favvy, she's a little different.  Although she was a "high spec" GLXIe Flairline model when new, I've added a few subtle upgrades that were never available on the Favorit back in 1994, including;
Remote central locking Reversing sensors Front electric windows Cruise control
A couple of pics;
But under the skin she's hiding a few more significant non standard bits and pieces;
With the boot floor removed and rear seat folded down, we see the source of motive power... (Hint, it isn't that old fashioned oil based stuff!  )
That'll do for now, nice to be here
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Siert
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Aug 27, 2014 18:14:32 GMT
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That's interesting. Looking forward to reading a bit more about how it all went together.
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v8jim
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Aug 27, 2014 18:57:46 GMT
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^^^^^ me to
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Last Edit: Aug 27, 2014 18:58:13 GMT by v8jim
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THE_Liam
Yorkshire and The Humber
If at first you don't succeed... HAMMERS.
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Aug 27, 2014 20:00:06 GMT
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Can't leave it at that! Moar info required!
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Aug 27, 2014 20:56:26 GMT
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Welcome to the forum 8)
looks like its in mint condition!
how long can you drive on a charge, and does it go quick as electrics tend to do?
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Aug 27, 2014 21:39:58 GMT
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Well, that is interesting indeed. And looks like such a tidy job. Did you do it yourself?
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I had the pleasure of meeting the owner and seeing this stunning car a few weeks ago at the Briskoda National Meet held at Blyton Park. The quality of the build is amazing, and it will be an impressive read once he returns to update this thread.
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2006 Skoda Roomster 1.4 16v (Daily)
1990 Autozam Revue 1.5 Auto Canvas Top (Project)
1993 VW Transporter LWB 2.4D (Camper Project)
1994 Skoda Favorit Foreman II Pick Up (Project)
1979 Skoda Estelle 120LS. (Project)
1982 Kip Kompakt 300 Caravan (Project)
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Aug 28, 2014 20:12:45 GMT
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WTAF!!!
wow
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2001 HONDA CT110 (NOT RCV)
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Aug 28, 2014 20:29:53 GMT
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That's a very clean looking install of all the electrics. Can I interest you in a forward warning sounder so we all know you're coming? |
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Peugeot 307sw - Suzuki SV650S - MX5.
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Speedle
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Aug 29, 2014 10:48:57 GMT
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Lovely and clean and super cool! How does she drive compared to stock? and what's your range? We won't be satisfied until we see full build details and many many pictures ;)and maybe some more pictures |
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Aug 29, 2014 11:12:37 GMT
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Come on man, give us a bit of info then FFS
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1974 Lancia Beta Saloon
1975 Mazda 929 Coupé
1986 Mazda 929 Wagon
1979 Mazda 929 Hardtop
1982 Fiat Argenta 2.0 iniezione elettronica
1977 Toyota Carina TA14
1989 Subaru 1800 Wagon
1982 Hyundai Pony 1200TL 2-dr
1985 Hyundai Pony 1200 GL
1986 Maserati 425 Biturbo
1992 Rover 214 SEi 5-dr
2000 Rover 45 V6 Club
1994 Peugeot 205 'Junior' Diesel
1988 Volvo 760 Turbodiesel Saloon
1992 Talbot Express Autosleeper Rambler
2003 Renault Laguna SPEARS OR REAPERS
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skozra
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Aug 29, 2014 11:27:42 GMT
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93 Volvo 240 Torslanda Estate, 01 Subaru Impreza WRX Saloon & 86 Ford Capri 2.8i (with Weber 38 carb fitted)
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Aug 29, 2014 11:35:21 GMT
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What a tease...! We need more info'...!!!!!!
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***GARAGE CURRENTLY EMPTY***
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Aug 29, 2014 13:08:23 GMT
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Ok, A few more pics and info for you all The thread mentioned above is the main build thread and story of the car, so if you really want all the gory details and can spare a couple of hours, please do have a read: www.diyelectriccar.com/forums/showthread.php?t=58958In answer to the questions about the car, maximum speed is over 85mph. I can't say how far over, as I don't like to overspeed the motor, but at 4,000rpm in fifth, it does 85mph. Acceleration is brisk, you don't need first at all due to torque being 100% from zero rpm, so setting off in second or third gear is fine. Second gear if you want to get away more quickly There is no clutch, you just change gear at will due to the only rotating mass connected to the gearbox being the armature of the motor, this also only has a diameter of about 6", minimising centrifugal inertia, so the synchros in the gearbox can handle the slight extra loading OK. Power wise, the original engine gave a maximum of 50Kw at a high RPM figure (I forget the number) The car is running 137V nominal under load, with current of 500A maximum to the motor, so 137x500=68.5Kw, or 37% increase to maximum original power, but available at all rpm now. As to range, it will safely do about 100 miles per charge at normal mixed driving. Driving slowly will get that up to about 120 miles, driving in a constant high speed, or spirited manner will bring it down as low as about 65 miles (I expect, according to experience of other similar size builds. I don't drive fast, so don't know for sure) It's running a modified series wound DC traction motor, originally used to drive a forklift & dating to around 1978(ish). The batteries are Japanese, the same modules you find in the Leaf or in some EV Renaults. Drivetrain:   This is the actual motor controller:    This is a shot of the DC-DC converter, needed to run the 12v system of the car and charge the 12v battery:  All the work on the car, with the exception of some welding and machine work was done personally, as I wanted the challenge. The Motor controller was built by myself, although from a design and kit of parts supplied from a very talented Math teacher in the US. The Charger was bought in. All the other wiring and control systems were both designed and built by myself. A shot of the control box, showing amongst other kit, throttle pot, main contactor, & safety breaker:  I think I'm going to refer you all to the main link mentioned above for full details rather than repeat it all here, I hope you enjoy the read Although not so when I started the car in 2008, this has become quite an old school type conversion now by current standards, due to the availability of newer, AC drive systems lately at lower costs (although, it's still a very expensive hobby, at least by my standards!). If I ever do build another, it will be an AC drive system. |
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Last Edit: Aug 29, 2014 15:02:43 GMT by favguy
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THE_Liam
Yorkshire and The Humber
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Aug 29, 2014 15:02:22 GMT
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Jesus wept that is some serious tech! Top marks.
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wu11ie
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Aug 29, 2014 15:25:42 GMT
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Jesus wept that is some serious tech! Top marks. Couldn't agree more!! |
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Aug 29, 2014 16:14:30 GMT
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just reading it now - youre a mad man  |
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2001 HONDA CT110 (NOT RCV)
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Aug 29, 2014 16:33:00 GMT
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That is just superb...
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***GARAGE CURRENTLY EMPTY***
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Aug 29, 2014 19:47:49 GMT
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Excellent!
What's the road tax situation on these? Do DVLA still insist on their cut or does it get zero rate as an electric?
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To get a standard A40 this low, you'd have to dig a hole to put it in |
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Aug 29, 2014 20:27:57 GMT
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Hi, Tax is zero rated You do have to prove to DVLA that it's really electric only though, then you get a new V5 sent out. We do get it easy over here, in Europe they have to fork out £1000's to get electromagnetic interference / noise testing approval on the conversion parts, thankfully the UK government seem to be ignoring the EU rules on this for the time being, probably because the conversion numbers are so low, we are un-noticed and slipping in under the radar! |
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Although she was a "high spec" GLXIe Flairline model when new, I've added a few subtle upgrades that were never available on the Favorit back in 1994, including; 
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