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Reflections on Converting a 914 to an EV

Porsche 914 EV Conversion

This made the job much easier and I feel the crimps are much better connections. I'm not entirely sure why, but ElectroAuto shipped #2 gauge cable with the AC kit instead of the standard 2/0 gauge cable that came with the earlier 914 DC kit. If I had to do things over, I might seriously use the DC kit.

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Arc 1 Conversion Journal 3/3/2012

DIY Electric Car

I will be using a GPS speedometer and odometer (The state of Utah does not care about ODO readings after the car is 10 years old). For tachometer, I will be using a sensor ring on the second shaft end of the motor connected to a new instrument. I bought an Advanced DC X91-4001. " motor that is typically used in smaller cars.