Date:         Fri, 2 Jun 2023 20:04:58 -0400
Reply-To:     Karl Ploessl <karl.ploessl@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Karl Ploessl <karl.ploessl@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Opinions wanted: Overhaul or Eletric?!
Comments: To: Raimund Feussner <ray@v6bus.de>
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Hi Raimund,

check out https://www.facebook.com/otmar. Otmar is doing electric
conversions for many years. He also does stretch vanagons etc. Very
interesting fellow. Also  evcl.com, or newer :
https://www.cafeelectric.com/about.php

Best, Karl.

On Fri, Jun 2, 2023 at 4:32 PM Raimund Feussner <ray@v6bus.de> wrote:

> Ok,
> so I brought my Van through three engine conversions since its 2.1L
> days, it´s now
> 2.5 TDI Audi V6 incl reversed Tiptronic. sine 2006
>
> The "keep it stock, genuine" Vanagon, : It´s long gone, so keep that in
> mind for text below!
>
> Turns out, this latest iteration is slowly biting the dust:
> Tiptronic is leaking ATF (heavily between trans/engine, probably
> converter/oil pump seal, if not both seized), converter clutch
> definitely busted.
> Engine is missing at least one rocker arm under the camshaft (visible
> via Oil filler opening). Where is it? Who knows. How many more are
> missing? Who knows.
> This summer, camping season is lost anyway, so I could try something
> new: electric drive.
>
> Now:
> I could get the whole drivetrain repaired. I estimate (roughly converted
> from Euro)
> gearbox $3000
> engine (incl Turbo and stuff): $3000-5000
>
> Idea:
> Throw the whole damn Diesel out, and get electrtic. The Van would be one
> of the first electrics in this decade.
> Conversion prices may vary. I am in the E-vehicles business anyway, so I
> hope to get most of the conversion done myself.
> I only need recommendations for which motor/inverter/controller might be
> best. Integration with Vanagon/AudiA6 is to consider.
>
> What are youre opinions?
> 200+ horsepower, no need for 600+ Tesla.
>
>
>
>
> Iterations before:
> -2.8 12V Audi V6 1998
> -2.8 30V Audi V6 2000
> -2.5 TDI Audi V6 incl reversed Tiptronic. 2006