Electric Ranger Conversion Project

The project, to take a standard Ford ranger and convert to electric vehicle for local use due to the high costs of fuel.
Having already built a electric bicycle and electric ATV, I thought it is time for this project.
I have chosen a 144 volt system with a Netgain Warp-9 motor, Curtis 1231c controller.

Monday, July 6, 2009

Speed sensor



Update on the speed sensor, I made a bracket and mounted the sensor to the front of the motor as well as the pulse wheel to the front of the motor. I ran a quick test to check operation and everything worked well. I now need to make a cover to protect everything. When I set up the tachometer the rpms will be limited to 4500, a little under manufacturers max speed rating, I haven't decided if I will use the shift light as a warning feature.
I spent a little time making a adapter for the motor temp gauge sensor on the lathe, I had a oil temp gauge laying around that I will use for motor temperature, the manufacturer suggests limiting to 280 degrees, the motor has a thermal switch but I wanted more information while driving.
I still need to mount the battery monitor in the cab as well as the meters for voltage and current in the cluster. I will have to find a location for the tachometer and motor temperature gauge in the truck as well, another day.

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