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Great run down of your visit. As I’m in Brisbane Australia I’m unlikely to ever get to see this in person. Thank you.

That's awesome!

Seems like a great reminder of the Gell-Mann Amnesia effect

Why did you keep the old shifter lever if all your forward / reverse selections are done via electric buttons on your dash facia ?

Wow. A relay masterclass. Great video.

Thanks 👍

Your video comes across as long and boring but really it’s not. You went into great depth describing each system and its problems and performance for you. It’s an awesome build (less those dinette cushions, I hated them instantly, not the color though) The cushions are an easy fix though. Do consider giving the backs a slant for more comfortable seating position. Anyway, thank you for taking all that time to give true feedback on your choices of items and ideas. Your solar is the bomb! Wow, so much power at your disposal. The bed is fantastic too. The bathroom with the toilet genie is nice. I have those same window coverings, I’m not using them yet but they are unappealing to the eye with just the Velcro showing. I really like how you don’t just talk everything up. You truly did a great job on the build and also on showing it off. Thank you again.

Thanks. I wonder how many times can you charge electric cars from such a station per day? At night the solar panels do not work. This means you won’t be able to charge it in the morning. in addition, in any case, this station needs to be maintained (for example, in northern regions where there is snow, solar panels need to be cleaned). I'm very skeptical about solar charging. charging from small wind generators can be quite viable.

Thank you for referring me to your videos that I was unaware of! Much appreciated and will find all your videos that I may have missed. THANK YOU

Like the compacted space and its orientation. Would like to see the tools used to crimp your wiring, connectors used and wiring diagrams.😊

Where did that Voltswagen badge come from?

121GWAT, now that’s a license plate. Tropica is an interesting car

ruclips.net/video/-WsaK2z0G9M/видео.htmlsi=lcHJzJ6dMz87ArGr For the viewers looking for Richard’s previous video.

Great overview. I was able to zoom in as you went through it.

Great DIY build example. Food for thought. I imagine now in 2024 there might be refurbished but still quality EV batteries available to do a short range commuter DIY style conversion.

Now this is an EV conversion wiring masterclass. Well done.

Commenting to show support! Also, interested in your opinion of the e-golf, maintenance tips and tricks. I used to drive an old air cooled VW and the folks who assisted me maintaining it said it was ok to wash the engine. So, I had it cleaned with water once before going into an inspection. I was wondering, if I wanted to clean under the hood of an EV. What approach should I take? Over the years I see my current e-golf gathering sand and dust from the dirt roads I sometimes use. I’m curious if the sand and dust can potentially get in the electronics? That’s why I’d like to clean it up. Thanks!

Nice !!

Great breakdown of costs. Even now, years later it’s all comparative and still stacks up. How long does it take to charge? I tell people. 3 seconds. The time to plug it in. 😂

Did you not need the BMS because the overall pack was small and modules just in series?

Good breakdown to find the issue. I wasn’t aware a BMS was optional. But I guess having one helps get extended life out of the batteries (assuming the BMS is working of course 😊)

Do these cells need compression?

What's the cost to convert a Chevy Corvair?

That's neat. Thanks

Do you get $30K for a job like that? That would make that an expensive little car for what it is, I think. Thanks for sharing it with us it is sort of neat.

Nice project and lots of work to do. I'm very curious about what you'll chose for that conversation. I will follow this new project too!

Excellent 👌

Congratulations, very well done. It looks very comfortable and practical. For the first test, everything seemed to go very well. Now it's time to improve something that is less good and enjoy it on long trips. keep us updated please.

You found some good workarounds but that rear battery box still seems like a PITA when you have to mess with it. Luckily you won't have to mess with it hardly ever.

When you're done you aught to give it a "chitty chitty bang bang" soundtrack along with an "exhaust and petrol" scented air freshener, just for authenticity sake 😀

This is great! I love projects like this because I'm always learning how to think and problem solve better. I find this kind of "engineering thinking" to be really interesting.

Why did you bypass the ignition green to the turn signal (splicing in the green and white to green)? Now the turn signals should work without the key. Could drain the battery by mistake…Is that right?

I'm glad it worked well for you , I think you did good not having any more than that didn't suit you especially since you had never designed one before, apparently you did a good job planning and thinking everything out.

Thanks for doing what you do sir. It't appreciated now and I believe even more in the future :)

Nice build. It git me thinking about a setup for a food truck❤

Please, make this a series.

Thanks for this video.

This is a nice build!!

Hello EV4U, can you tell me the name of the repair book u are referring to in this video. Also the bushing, where can I purchase one? Ty

Thank you ! Now what do I need to convert my 1968 Firebird and make it faster?

Do you guys run a workshops or courses for DIYers who are not in the auto business?

Great explanaton ! Ever 👍

Great video, how much would you say this could cost to be professionally done?

4 months start to finish on that sounds like you got it done fairly quickly. It's too bad the build quality of the new trailers is not good the prices I've seen were not cheap they should be able to produce a good quality product for the prices they charge. I hope everything works well for you guys. It might be a good idea to find a good used frame and build a box on it and start with that. Thanks for sharing that with us.

Wasn’t the reason the VW engineers used a nylon bushing was to not transfer the noise from the transaxle/engine into the cab. The same reason had they put rubber bushings on the shifter rod transaxle connector . Wouldn’t using a bronze bushing defeat that.

I gather this amazing ride has no hvac of any kind for the occupants ?

I’m just gathering thoughts at this stage. Are there pros and cons about taking an existing setup eg motor, controller, battery from a Nissan leaf for a conversion, vs buying new kit parts?

Great series. It’s feeding my brain so I can start thinking about sensible questions.