[Oeva-list] 91 Miata conversion help

[Theoldcars at aol.com]

Hello Everyone  
Here is an email from Steve below I was trying to help. I like AC drives 
and NiMH or A123 batteries but this is an expensive way to go but in the long 
run will cost less. It is just the investment up front that is the hardship. 
 
I would recommend Steve come to a few OEVA meetings and spend some time at 
the show and tell before the meetings to look at other members EVs. Buy the 
book how to Build Your Own Electric Vehicle by Bob Brant  
_http://www.amazon.com/Build-Your-Own-Electric-Vehicle/dp/0830642315_ 
(http://www.amazon.com/Build-Your-Own-Electric-Vehicle/dp/0830642315)   Spend some time on the 
_http://www.evalbum.com/_ (http://www.evalbum.com/)  
Steve is looking at this kit _http://e-volks.com/kit3.html_ 
(http://e-volks.com/kit3.html)   
Don 
My commute would be NE Sandy Blvd. into downtown then up the hill to the VA 
medical center. It’s 26 miles round trip mainly flat with the one climb at 
the end of the morning commute. As far as a budget, I was hoping to buy as I 
go if that’s the cheapest way 
Miller who bought an EV Ranger from you said you may be a good source of 
info on converting my 91 Miata into a EV commuter. Are there any local classes 
around here? Would I be better off with a kit or buying component parts 
separate? I’m about to start taking the internal combustion parts out of the 
car. Should I then do the body and paint work or after the EV conversion? Any 
help with the basics would be greatly appreciated. About 12 years ago I 
built my own home with polystyrofoam blocks. I took time off from work to find 
houses and buildings to help with before I started my own house. That 
experience was priceless. Are you building an EV car now? Thank you for your 
time!!!                                            
Steve Larson
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