Everything fillted and stripped out. All fab bracketry off to powder coating and then is final install time. Wire adn plumbing that can be done while everything is out... DCFC charge port, 12v etc...... How do you feel about the the mint green...
Have you considered partnering with the FJ Company or Icon 4x4? Seems like they might have some clients that would be interested in this drive train and have the funds for it.
Cleaning up plumbing with hard lines for thermal management of batteries and components for our newest 413 modular EV System Demo build. Nice upgrade for this 40's two separate thermal loops.
Four wheel disk brakes with electric vacuum assit power brakes + regen.... How will that compare to original and how will it drive handle considering the new power train? :) -- Still Fitting everything before pulling our for final installation...
Vintage AIr interior FJ setup with out systems electric AC Compressor will make hthis build into a mobile Sub-Zero Freezer!! No joke how well the e-compressors work as they dont slow down when the motor slows RPM... Cools battery for DCFC as...
Nothing cooler than a proper 40 angle pic.... And then the left turn........ 300 HP in a tiny transmission sized package. Custom T-case adapter to a Dana 300 matched with the TT Singel speed Gear Reduction Box makes for a clean solution...
Will drive like a well powered easy to use newer vehicle.... Less tractor and more ease of use. "Motor Block" about 700lbs and replaces similar removed weight which is nice for maintaining OEM balance and weights and performance etc. Range for a...
Nice to see the weight swap so clean in the the motor bay..... 63 kWH fit well leaving and easy smaller battery enclosure to tuck up under the rear nicely for a 73 kWh FJ40......
40 year old Halogen tech was struggling to be usable in an era of proper LED performance. Quick swap out should eliminate accidental deer hunting issues in CO. 😭 The Hella Haolgen fixtures in place help make that simple.
Had EVs been developed alongside the ICE, I have no doubt we would be predominantly an EV motivated world by now. As it is, EV cradle to grave efficiency already surpasses ICE and will continue to improve as the recycle capability evolves and...
people readily adopt good ideas
the fact that so many people arent interested in ev's says a lot
furthermore if it were a great solution it wouldnt require taxpayer subsidies and mandates
the 40 in question is an amusing project
Cruising in 5th Gear at 2500 RPM at 84 MPH with a lot more pedal. Clearly has more upper end 😭 That should be reserved for a sports car but that the power making it smooth around town or for that matter for the whole day in Joshua Tree! Oh...