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Is it possible to convert a 1960s-1970s Combi van (more commonly known as a hippie van) to an electric car? and how much would it cost? Please only post if you know the answer. 10 points best answer. thanks.
Is it possible to convert a 1960s-1970s Combi van (more commonly known as a hippie van) to an electric car? and how much would it cost? Please only post if you know the answer. 10 points best answer. thanks.
It is possible to convert any vehicle to run on electric. There are a couple of factors that dictate success. First is the weight and second is performance. You can build an EV that can blow everyone off of the road with speed and acceleration but can only go 5 miles. Or you can build one that tops out at 35 MPH but goes 200 miles on a charge. The more weight you have to move the bigger the energy requirements which equals more battery capacity.
As for cost you have to answer questions like:
How fast do I need to go? More speed = more dollars
How far do I need to go? More distance = more dollars
Do want the best parts for the best performance or just get by parts?
There are a several shops out there making a profitable living at it.
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