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July 2004
One of the 3 major drawback to an electric vehicle conversion is the conversion cost. We have chosen to use high-end OEM parts in our conversion, and this significantly increases
its cost. Costs can be reduced by selecting a lower voltage, non-OEM system and components.
| Description |
Cost (CDN $) |
| Drive, controller, throttle pot, cables |
$12,000 |
| DC-DC system |
incl in controller |
| Shop manual |
$150 |
| Adapter plate |
$1000 |
| Motor mounts |
$300 |
| Cooling System (pump, hoses, radiator) |
$350 |
| Interfacing electrical |
$300 |
| Power Steering |
$400 |
| Power Brakes (Vacuum pump, etc.) |
$600 |
| Cabin Heating |
$600 |
| Batteries and cables (PbA) |
$5000 |
| Battery Boxes, heating, venting |
$1000 |
| Battery management |
$1000 |
| Charging |
$4000 |
| Misc: CAD software, shop material, cleaners |
$1000 |
| TOTAL |
$27,700 |
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