Overview

Owner

Richard van Wyhe

Vehicle

1976 Datsun 280Z

Build Status

Done

System Voltage

144 V

Range

80-90 miles

Top Speed

100-150 mph

Build Links

About the build

1976 Datsun 280Z converted to electric. Must carry golf clubs.

Motor

HPEVS Dual AC-35

Controller

Curtis 1239 (x2)

Notes

Closely matches original ICE specs.

Batteries

Other

Battery Management System

None - Bottom balanced cells.

Charger

ElCon 5 kW

System Voltage

144 V

Range

80-90 miles

DC/DC

ElCon

Battery Capacity

48 of the CALB CA Series 180 AH (28.5 kWh)

Notes

We monitor the battery pack with a JLD404. Pack charge and discharge limits handled by the JLD404 also.

Drivetrain

RWD

Power to wheels

CEV adapter

Curb Weight

3,400 lbs.

Notes

A complete video series of the build is available on our YouTube channel. Visit EV4Unow.com for a link.