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Doing an EV Conversion for Personal Use

Learn from the people who know it best. Electro Automotive has been in the electric vehicle conversion business longer than anyone - since 1979 - providing conversion kits, components, training, books, and videos about electric car conversions. We wrote the book on electric car conversions - literally. Our book Convert It has been the bible of electric car conversions for many years, and still is today. Brands and models of components and batteries may change, but the principles of a good conversion are fundamental.

Currently scheduled is a session of the popular lecture class Doing an EV Conversion for Personal Use for April 13 - 15, 2012. The lecture is structured in three one-day modules. Participants may register for one day, any two days, or all three days. Each participant will receive a copy of the book Convert It as well as a workbook of all the lecture slides. There will be components on hand, as well as a running EV.

Seating is limited, and advance registration is required no later than April 6, 2012

Day One: Owning & Using an EV

This is a non-technical session covering material for the EV owner and driver. It includes information on what options are available for acquiring an EV, the benefits an EV provides, and how to use the EV in daily service to optimize its performance.
Topics Include:
  • Types of EVs – chassis types, BEVs, NEVs, HEVs, PHEVs, etc.
  • Benefits – environmental, efficiency, reduced costs & maintenance, etc.
  • Availability – factory EVs, new or used, conversions, etc.
  • Performance – speed, range, charging time, driving conditions, longevity
  • Costs – acquisition, energy, maintenance, battery replacement, incentives
  • Suitable chassis for conversion - size, age, make, features
  • AC vs. DC drive systems
  • Registration & Insurance
  • Safety – electrical, batteries, collision, etc.
  • Driving & Charging – recommended techniques
  • Maintenance
 Electric vehicle conversion training for amateur home mechanics.

Day Two: EV Components

This is a technical lecture that covers all the components in an EV, types and characteristics of each, and their function in the vehicle.
Topics Include:
  • Basic EV Function - Overview
  • Charger & BMS
  • Batteries
  • Contactors & Relays
  • Speed & throttle controls
  • Motors
  • Transmissions & adaptors
  • DC/DC Converters
  • Emergency Disconnects
  • Instrumentation
  • Suspension
  • Tires
  • Power Accessories
  • Climate Control
 NetGain ImPulse 9 electric car motor.

Day Three: Working on EVs

This is a technical lecture that covers tips, techniques, and procedures for building or working on electric vehicles.
Topics Include:
  • Philosphy of EV Conversions
  • Shop Safety
  • Special Tools & Books
  • Measurements
  • Stripping a Chassis for Conversion
  • Body Modifications & Suspension
  • Battery & Component Layout in the Vehicle
  • Motor & Adaptor
  • Motor Mount Design
  • Battery Boxes/Racks Design & Construction
  • Throttle & Speed Controls Installation
  • Emergency Disconnect Installation
  • Instrumentation Installation
  • Charger Installation
  • High Current Cabling
  • Low Current Wiring
  • Final Hookup & Testing
  • Troubleshooting
 Electric vehicle wiring diagram.
Presenters:
Mike Brown & Shari Prange of
Electro Automotive
Date:
April 13 - 15, 2012
Place:
1469 Park Ave.
San Jose, CA
Time:
10:00 am to 5:00 pm each day, lunch from 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Cost:
All three days: $585.00 (This includes a 10% discount.)

Individual days priced as follows:
Day One: Owning & Using an EV - $100
Day Two: EV Components - $275
Day Three: Working on EVs - $275

Discounts for mail registration by check ONLY (not credit card)
Registration must be received by April 1 to qualify for discount:

5% discount for any two-day registration
10% discount for three-day registration
More Info:
shari@electroauto.com
To Register:
Mail payment to:
Electro Automotive
PO Box 1113
Felton, CA 95018
Be sure to include your name & address, phone number, & email address.
Travel Info:
Just a few blocks from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Int'l. Airport
Convenient to many nearby hotels

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Returns accepted for warranty issues ONLY, for replacement. No cash refunds.
For ordering and warranty information, see the Order Info page.

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