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Front wheel drive system

Posted: Fri Aug 30, 2013 1:54 pm
by swamy
Hi All,
I like to know functional details of Battery vehicle which have Front wheel drive system.
Regards,
Swamy

Re: Front wheel drive system

Posted: Fri Aug 30, 2013 4:26 pm
by Grumpy-b
Like what?, its a motor attached to a gearbox!
WHat would you like to know and do you have a specific interest in something? We can be more forthcoming then.

Grumpy-b

Re: Front wheel drive system

Posted: Sat Aug 31, 2013 2:48 am
by swamy
Grumpy,
Thank you for your reply.
There are some advantages adopting Drive system/Live axle/differential for front wheel. But I have not found anything this type in battery vehicle.
I like to know what are the design/functional factors to consider while incorporating this type.
Kindly share any details to do this.
Regards,
Swamy

Re: Front wheel drive system

Posted: Sat Aug 31, 2013 8:58 am
by Grumpy-b
Conversions using a transverse gearbox.
Evie Citroen C1 Original gearbox, HPEv ac35/50
Miles Chinese Daihatsu clone, original gearbox, AC30
Smart for two Original transmission, AC35
Audi a2 Oiginal Transmission, AC35 and netgain
Honda Civic, original transmission, AC50
Panda original transmission AC35

Its not an issue, if you have a transmission you can adapt a motor to it. The motor is generally shorter than the original motor, so will fit in the space available. mounts need to be made to support the motor end instead of the original engine. There is loads of stuff out there on the Internet. Just search for EV conversions, you will find a lot of information.

Grumpy-b

Re: Front wheel drive system

Posted: Sun Sep 01, 2013 11:47 am
by swamy
Grumpy,
Thank you again for your reply. I was not talking conversion. I am trying to adopt front drive system in new vehicle (All electric vehicle).
Regards,
swamy

Re: Front wheel drive system

Posted: Sun Sep 01, 2013 6:44 pm
by Grumpy-b
Berlingo Electrique ,Peugeot 107 Electrique
Nissan Leaf
Renault Zoe
Renault Kangoo electric,
Coda
Ford Connect electric
Think
TATA (Not sure what the name was)

Re: Front wheel drive system

Posted: Wed Sep 25, 2013 3:18 pm
by swamy
Grumpy,
I am looking any information on how the front wheel drive system arrangement in battery vehicle (All electrical vehicle, no hybrid, no passenger vehicle).Kindly let me know if any vehicle has such system and any manual on that.
I like to know if any vehicle like Golfcart or Trams,Trailers, cargocarts which have Front wheel drive system.
I am very much thankful if you provide information on these.
Regards,
Swamy

Re: Front wheel drive system

Posted: Wed Sep 25, 2013 4:34 pm
by timpootle
Hello Swamy

I have locked your duplicate topic. I think you have not been getting more information here because we don't understand your request. GrumpyB has given you a list of very many front wheel drive vehicles, both original and conversion. Your dismissal of conversions as a source of information is misplaced - very many original vehicles started life as a conversion of one sort or another.

How do you front-wheel-drive a trailer? I don't understand this comment at all. And what do you mean by "no passenger vehicle"? An EV is an EV, no matter what it carries. You can get useful inspiration from everything from submarines to locomotives to satellites if you use your imagination. Fork lift trucks using hydro-static drive? They are front-wheel drive and rear-wheel steer, to confuse matters more.

So yes, explain yourself better and you might just get a useful reply.

Re: Front wheel drive system

Posted: Thu Sep 26, 2013 2:56 pm
by GregsGarage
Swamy, have a look at this site, http://www.evalbum.com/

With over 4000 vehicles listed you should find one similar to whatever it is you are trying to do. Many of the owners would be happy to discuss their vehicle details if you ask.

Greg

Re: Front wheel drive system

Posted: Fri Oct 04, 2013 6:42 am
by swamy
Hi Greg,
Thank you for the information.
Is there any Battery operated Golfcart with Frontwheel drive system?
Regards,
Swamy