MX-5 Conversion
Posted: Thu Jul 24, 2008 8:04 am
I am planning the conversion of a Mazda MX-5 to electric drive over the next year or two.
My reasons for the choice are the simplicity of transmission (rear wheel drive + propshaft) and the relatively light weight as well as quite a lot of bonnet space.
I am aiming for a fairly high voltage drive (300v) with an AC motor, currently considering motor and controller from MES-DEA. Ande either LiFePO4 cells or a Zebra battery
The eventual aim is for a vehicle with a 75-80 mile range min with good performance over quite hilly terrain.
A lot to do and I would gratefully receive any advice comments and thoughts (including "you must be mad" ones )
Nick
My reasons for the choice are the simplicity of transmission (rear wheel drive + propshaft) and the relatively light weight as well as quite a lot of bonnet space.
I am aiming for a fairly high voltage drive (300v) with an AC motor, currently considering motor and controller from MES-DEA. Ande either LiFePO4 cells or a Zebra battery
The eventual aim is for a vehicle with a 75-80 mile range min with good performance over quite hilly terrain.
A lot to do and I would gratefully receive any advice comments and thoughts (including "you must be mad" ones )
Nick