Comments on: Sparky

By: nathan

nathan — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 01:45:43 +0000

hi catherine,

we can come an pick up the vehicle convert it and return it to you.

please feel free to email me to discuss the details.

By: Catherine Draut

Catherine Draut — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 07:20:33 +0000

Hi.

I live in Merimbula NSW, near Bega, and I have a 1987 Mazda 323 manual sedan that I’m attached to. Is there someone out there who will convert it for me? How much would that come to?

Catherine

By: Kevin

Kevin — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 02:28:09 +0000

Nathan,

Thanks for the advice, I am just starting to research this area, as I don’t have a clue on the motors and controllers as of yet, however I find a lot of information on this and other forums.

By: nathan

nathan — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 01:03:55 +0000

Hi Kevin,

With sparky I drive around is 2nd gear most of the time as the speed limit where I am is mostly 60 and at times 70. The advanced dc motor is generally more efficient at 4500rpm as it uses the horse power generated by the pack voltage rather than raw amps to maintain torque. To be honest I’m not sure how many rpm I’m doing at this speed however sparky draws around 55-65amps at 120v (6.6-7.8kW or 8.8-10.4hp) to maintain 60kmph.

From second gear sparky is capable of 0 to 60 in about 10 seconds which is not bad for a 1220kg vehicle sporting an 8 inch advanced dc motor. In 3rd gear it’s more like 25 to 30 seconds. You can take off in 4th gear which I’d consider direct drive but it’s really sluggish.

My advice is to keep the transmission as it’s a torque converter. If it’s around town and you’ve got a 9 or 11 inch motor with a zilla controller you’ll find you’re in third gear all the way. however if you wish to get rid of the transmission go with an 11 inch motor coupled with a zilla controller at 170v+, the car will move.

By: Kevin

Kevin — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 15:12:29 +0000

I am wondering why you need a transmission on this type of conversion? I am thinking of converting my 83 280zx. I know you may need the drive shaft and trans axles but do you actually shift gears with an electric DC motor? I am curious since I don’t know much about these types of engines.

By: Rodger Kroon

Rodger Kroon — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 05:28:19 +0000

G-R-E-A-T website Nathan.
I’ve seen your work and without a word of exaggeration, it is FANTASTIC! Your conversions are precise and built to go on and on and on. Your work is a credit to you and I wish you well in ALL your endeavours/conversions.

By: nathan

nathan — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 12:28:40 +0000

Hi mark,

We can do the adaptor plate for you, supply you with all the parts and information you need to convert the vehicle your self.

We also do complete or partial conversions and if your doing the job and need assistance with something we can come to you.

Nathan

By: T. Mark Jenkins

T. Mark Jenkins — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 03:57:22 +0000

I have just clocked 300,00klms on my 93 Excel. It has been a great car since new. It is now time to convert to Electric. Are you able to help with the process? ie information and adaptor platesetc. Even cost for your company to complete the entire job.I would be able to do the conversion over many many weekends. Although I would need some clues.
Mark Jenkins