Date: Wed, 19 Jul 2023 22:14:53 -0600
Reply-To: OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@COMCAST.NET>
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From: OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@COMCAST.NET>
Subject: Re: Opinions wanted: Overhaul or Eletric?!
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EM
Would be nice if You would also inform Us as to where to find that info ~
ORR ~ DeanB
> On 19 Jul , 2023, at 3:42 PM, Edward Maglott <emaglott3@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
>
> General motors and Ford both have electric crate motors now. Maybe other
> manufacturers too? Since they are designed for retrofitting into other
> vehicles it seems like this would avoid all the hassle of trying to get a
> vanagon to have all the inputs that a converted tesla system would be
> looking for, in order to operate properly. sounds like Ford's is just the
> motor but GM's is all the parts needed including battery.
>
> Edward
>
> On Wed, Jul 12, 2023 at 10:34 AM Raimund Feussner <ray@v6bus.de> wrote:
>
>> I contacted that man a while ago,
>> but as he states on his website, he won´t give advice or consulting for
>> components.
>> I don´t know how people decide on whether or not to let him conveert
>> their vehicle, if he won´t tell them their options?!
>>
>> Anyway, I don´t like the idea of battery inside my Vanagon´s living room.
>> Mine´s 2WD, so battery can live under the car. Also, I want direct
>> drive, no gearbox anymore.
>>
>> Raimund
>>
>>
>> Am 12.07.2023 um 00:10 schrieb Karl Ploessl:
>>> check out:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGG929eqbnE (in the UK but
>> seems
>>> an impressive electric build: Electric VW Syncro))
>>>
>>> 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
>>
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