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===Buying the Parts=== | |||
For the most part, I was able to buy most things off of eBay for fairly good prices. Shipping prices on motors can be outrageous. I was lucky with my purchase as the shipping charge was $25 for me, yet the seller ended up having to fork out $69 at the post office. | |||
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*[http://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/transportation/4264025.html?series=56 MythBuster: Why Electric Vehicles Beat Gas in 5 Extreme Tests] | *Guides | ||
**[http://www.driveev.com/jeepev/home.php DriveEV.com: JeepEV - Jeep Cherokee EV conversion] | |||
*Discussions | |||
**[http://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/transportation/4264025.html?series=56 MythBuster: Why Electric Vehicles Beat Gas in 5 Extreme Tests] | |||
== References == | == References == |
Revision as of 03:24, 17 December 2008
ABSTRACT
Introduction
The goal of this project is to build an electric at a relatively low [American] cost. Typically electric cars are sold to the public at prices ranging from roughly $40,000[1] to $109,000[2]. This leaves many people unable to afford these new, more energy efficient vehicles, and are left to cope with a wild petroleum market. However, with a little time and at an affordable cost, an electric car can be built that is capable of fulfilling most daily commutes or errands.
Understanding the Market
Project Requirements
- Certifiable as California street legal.
- Capable of traveling from Arcata, CA to Fortuna, CA (Roughly 30 miles)
- Maintain a low budget.
Design
Describe your design here.
Costs
This table breaks down all of the costs related directly to the project.
Auxiliary costs such as food, electricity, travel, etcetera are not included.
- (Parentheses) indicate positive cash flow, such as selling parts from the car.
- If an item was ordered from a retailer, the shipping cost is either included or marked as:
- 0 - Free if there was no shipping charge.
- 0 - Local if an item was obtained locally.
All values are given in Dollars (US).
Item | Purchase Date | Quantity | Cost Per Unit | Shipping | Total Cost |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Curtis D.C. 24-36V 400A motor controller | 2008-12-11 | 1 | 202.50 | 0 - Free | 202.50 |
Advanced DC Motors DB8-4001 24v | 2008-12-11 | 1 | 78.00 | 25.00 | 103.00 |
Twist hand throttle 5k Ohm | 2008-12-15 | 1 | 5.50 | 4.00 | 9.50 |
Item | Date | # | Cost | Shipping | Total Cost |
Total | $25.00 | $205.50 |
Discussion
Buying the Parts
For the most part, I was able to buy most things off of eBay for fairly good prices. Shipping prices on motors can be outrageous. I was lucky with my purchase as the shipping charge was $25 for me, yet the seller ended up having to fork out $69 at the post office. For someone willing to wait, these items would probably pop up in a scrap yard at some time or another.
Next Steps
The next steps.
Conclusions
Your conclusions.
Related Reading
- Guides
- Discussions
References
Contact details
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