Table of contents for Spring 2023 in EV Builder Guide

ELECTRIC retrofitting has become the hot new trend in the car world, and the custom car world's big boyz have already fully embraced it with their own builds—and for good reason. Why drive a gas guzzler when you can drive a power saver? It's like choosing between a marathon runner and a couch potato as your fitness trainer. Sure, the marathon runner may charge a bit more upfront, but in the long run, they're always ready to go for a sprint, will save you money, time and even help you look better in your workout clothes (or in this case, reduce your carbon footprint). Let's be real. We all love the roar of a powerful engine, but why not have that power without guilt? Electric retrofitting allows you to keep…

Here's a sneak peek into what a typical week looks like: Day 1: Get to Know your EV ■9:00-9:30 am: Take a spin around Legacy HQ ■9:30-11:00 am: Get up close and personal with the anatomy of an EV ■12:00-2:45 pm: Learn the ins and outs of electrical theory and circuit creation ■3:00-4:00 pm: Brush up on EV safety and understanding loads Day 2: Assemble and Connect ■9:00-10:00 am: Mounting components like a pro ■10:15-12:00 pm: Pinpointing and wiring up the works ■1:00-3:00 pm: Wiring up the bench and putting it to the test ■3:15-4:00 pm: Evaluating your handiwork ■6:00-8:00 pm: Building teamwork and collaboration skills during after-hours instruction Day 3: Power Up and Program ■9:00-10:00 am: Get a grip on gear ratios and reduction ■10:15-12:00 pm: Transmissions in EVs:…

OWNER ■ Conductive Classics ■ Boise, Idaho ■ 1964 Ford Galaxie MOTOR ■ Shop: Conductive Classics ■ 2018 Tesla Model 3 motor ■ 75kWh longrange battery pack ■ 350 hp/400 lb-ft torque estimated output ■ Ingenext control software CHASSIS/ SUSPENSION ■ Shop: Conductive Classics ■ Custom fabricated chassis ■ Tesla Model 3 rear subframe ■ RideTech Shockwaves and air management components ■ Stock control arms and spindles WHEELS, TIRES & BRAKES ■ Tesla Model 3 wheels and tires ■ Full Tesla brake conversion w/ custom brackets for front brakes BODY/PAINT ■ Shop: Next Level Customs ■ Original 1964 blue paint code ■ Rear window banner by Signs Etc. ■ Stock grille ■ Chrome parts painted to match wheels INTERIOR ■ Original car seat has 28,000 miles on it ■ Stock…

Like at any other convention center in Sin City, we had the opportunity to hop on The Boring Company's famous "Loop" for a daily test drive. As a Tesla Model Y or X passenger, you'll zip through a lit underground tunnel for a one-of-akind experience worth the detour. And the best part? You'll get to the far reaches of the Convention Center in just 2 minutes instead of a 25-minute hike. This system is so slick that even the city of Las Vegas is getting in on the action, ordering an entire network connecting the airport to the legendary Fremont Street. Check it out at BoringCompany.com/loop.…

BUCKLE up! We’ve got another round of EV lingo that you’ll be encountering sooner than you think! Whether you’re pondering a retrofit or giving your OEM electric ride a makeover, these terms and acronyms are equally essential. But don’t fret. We’re making this as simple as possible. Working on EVs isn’t necessarily more complicated than ICEs, it just requires a little extra protection. MANUAL SERVICE DISCONNECT This tool-free disconnect, fused to the high-voltage battery pack, shields technicians and emergency response teams working with electric vehicles. By directly linking to the high-voltage battery, it separates the pack from the rest of the EV and guards high-voltage cables from short-circuiting during disconnection. CYCLE LIFE The number of charge-discharge cycles a battery cell can endure before its performance deteriorates. BIDIRECTIONAL CHARGING An electric…

Vehicle Type: Electric Rally Car Inspiration: 1987 Audi Sport Quattro S1 Pikes Peak Chassis: All-carbonfiber composite monocoque Downforce-Generating Wings: Enormous, located on either side of the chassis Powertrain: Formula E motors, one per axle, powered by four 17.3-kWh lithium-ion battery packs Voltage: 800 V Power: 1043 kW/1.400 hp Combined torque: 3,000 Nm/2,212 lb-ft Tires Used during Filming: 100 Launch Control: None required, instant torque with the throttle pedal Cooling Circuits: Two, one for running and one for charging through a service box Battery Life: No issues encountered during filming; potentially could have used two battery packs instead of four Estimated cost: $10 to $12 million Note: Not for sale, one-of-a-kind built for legendary driver Ken Block Thank you: Larry Chen at larrychenphoto.com…

CHOOSING the right kit for an EV build can be overwhelming. To get an EV motor safely spinning, you will end up needing more than 50 components, all of which need to be specced to work safely together. So where do you start? We believe it’s with the motor. The motor (or inverter more accurately) is going to determine the necessary voltage and current that the battery pack must provide to safely and efficiently spin the electric motor. The motor will also determine the amount of performance (both horsepower and torque) that you will be able to get out of your EV. The motor is even a leading factor for determining range of the vehicle because the voltage of the motor will impact how big or small the battery pack…

MOTOR & DRIVETRAIN ■ Motor Drive Unit Year, Make, Model: 2020 Standard Range Plus (2WD) ■ Power in Kilowatts: 208 Kw ■ Torque: 450 Nm ■ Voltage: 350 v ■ Range: 272 miles ■ e-MPG: 150 city/133 highway ■ 0 to 60 time: 5.3 seconds BATTERY SYSTEM & CHARGER ■ Capacity: 55 kWh/50 usable ■ Pack Design: 106 cells ■ Cell Type: Lithium-ion ■ Mixed Traffic Range: 250 miles CHASSIS/ SUSPENSION ■ Install Shop: The Fab Lab, Las Vegas ■ Air-Ride System: Universal Air Solution kit Series 2 bags; hardlined to the front chrome tank with two Viair compressors ■ Air Management System: Airlift Performance 3P System ■ Shocks: Universal Air kit WHEELS, TIRES & BRAKES ■ Front Wheel: T-Sportline TS5 20×8.5 inches front and rear, painted gloss black BODY/PAINT…

DRIVETRAIN ■ Lexus GS450H hybrid transmission with input shaft externally locked, powered by matching inverter controlled natively by EVBMW “Lexus GS450H VCU” with custom code to integrate with Jag’s systems. Motors are rated at around 300 kW, but the stock inverter limits power to 200 kW. BATTERIES ■ BMW PHEV 400 v 48 kWh, monitored by original CSC modules with the help of SimpBMS CHARGER ■ Chevy Volt (Gen 1) 3.3 kW DC/DC CONVERTER ■ Chevy Volt (Gen 1) A/C AND HEATING ■ Tesla Model S compressor and PTC heater BRAKE ASSIST ■ Bosch iBooster (1GEN) POWER STEERING ■ Volvo S40 EPS pump COOLING FAN ■ BMW X1 COOLING PUMPS ■ Tesla Model S…

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GONE are the days when electric cars were seen as soulless and bland. At this year's SEMA Show, the electric vehicle game was taken to a whole new level with the introduction of SEMA Electrified. This dedicated area showcases the beauty of classic car conversions and modified EVs, proving that electric power and timeless style can coexist in perfect harmony. As expected, the royalty of hot rods, customs, and drifts stopped by SEMA Electrified with high interest, snapping plenty of cheeky pics of technical solutions. Brace yourselves, because I predict to see a show-stopping number of retrofitted classics and souped-up EVs this November in Sin City. The classic car scene has seen a lot of changes over the years, but none have been as exciting as the electrification revolution. The…

The SEMA Show is the ultimate shindig for the aftermarket accessory industry, thrown by none other than the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), a professional association that's been around since 1963. Every year since the first SEMA Show in 1967, the event has brought together the brightest minds in the business to show off their latest and greatest products and keep their fingers on the pulse of the newest trends and tech. So if you're in the game, you don't want to miss it. For more information, visit SemaShow.com…

MOTOR & DRIVETRAIN ■ Motor Swap Performed by Fellten ■ Motor Drive Unit: Zonic 70 ■ Power: 56 Kw, city mode; 72 Kw, Sports mode ■ Torque: 100 Nm (74 lbft), city mode; 130 Nm, Sports mode ■ Voltage: 400 v ■ Max RPM: 14,000 ■ Motor & Transmission Mounts: Standard mount location on the subframe, using bespoke mounts with Powerflex bushes ■ Control System and Software: AEM VCU 200 ■ 0 to 60 time: 11.5 seconds, city; 8.5 seconds, Sport BATTERY SYSTEM & CHARGER ■ Pack Design: Inhouse designed and manufactured Fellten system with internal Orion BMS ■ Battery Capacity: 18 kWh ■ Battery Locations: Front battery pack 11.25 Kwh in the engine compartment and 6.75 Kwh battery pack in the trunk ■ City Range: 103 miles WLTP ■…

OWNER ■ Steven G. Rose ■ Boulder City, Nevada ■ Model: 2000 Porsche Boxster 986 ■ Vehicle Name: PIT ■ Vehicle Weight: 2,750 pounds ■ Amount of Time to Build: Six months ■ Cost to Build: $22,000 ■ Occupation: Retired, formally project engineer for Johnson Controls MOTOR AND DRIVETRAIN ■ Motor Swap: DIY ■ Motor Drive Unit: Netgain Warp 11 ■ Power: 31.8 Kw (43 hp) ■ Voltage: 150 v ■ Max RPM: 5,000 ■ Peak Power RPM: 3,000 ■ Motor and Transmission Mounts: Original Porsche 5-speed ■ Control System and Software: Manzanita Micro Zilla 1k DC series ■ Vehicle Weight: 2,750 pounds BATTERY SYSTEM AND AMP CHARGER ■ Pack Design: Tesla Model S ■ Cell Type: Six cells per pack ■ Module Manufacturer: Tesla ■ Battery Capacity: 31.8 kWh…

OWNER: VINTAGE IRON MOTOR AND DRIVETRAIN ■ Motor Swap Performed By: Vintage Iron and Restoration ■ Motor Drive: Two NetGain Hyper9 motors in tandem ■ Power: 186 kW ■ Torque in Newton Meters: 880 Nm ■ Voltage: 128 V ■ Max RPM: 9,000 ■ Peak Current: 750 amps per inverter ■ Max Continuous Current: 375 amps per inverter ■ Motor/Transmission Mounts: Custom by Vintage Iron ■ Control System and Software: Thunderstruck Motors BATTERY SYSTEM AND CHARGER ■ Pack Design: Modular, designed in house ■ Cell Type: Prismatic ■ Module Manufacturer and Configuration: Custom setup by Vintage Iron ■ Battery Capacity: 66.6 kWh ■ Battery Locations: 1/3 of capacity in the engine bay, 2/3 in fuel tank location ■ Highway Range: TBD ■ City Range: TBD ■ Regen Type: Hydraulically activated…

I have owned my 1998 Jaguar XJR for more than 20 years. I got it in 2002, a couple of years after moving from Poland to Annapolis, Maryland. It was then just 4 years old—yet it was already an instant classic in my eyes. I love the timeless X308 body design, luxurious interior, and overall performance. Despite what many could think, my XJR has been highly reliable. Well, at least for the first 15 years of ownership. Eventually, it running gear failed. The repair was going to be very costly, so I started gathering necessary parts and prepared to restore it to the way it once was. Since we needed another car in the meantime, I bought a compact commuter car for my wife: an electric 2015 Nissan Leaf. I…

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