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D&D Motor Systems, Inc.

Electric Vehicle Conversion

"Doing our part to help reduce our dependence on fossil fuels (OIL)."
D&D Motor Systems is the premier EV motor manufacturer in the U.S. for small to medium light-weight electric vehicle (EV) conversions. In addition we offer a complete line of U.S. made speed controllers to go with our high performance EV motors (motors for electric cars). Kick the oil habit now. It's a lot more practical than you think. This isn't a dream of the future. With a little effort, electric vehicles (EVs) are here today! At a cost you can afford!

ES-15A-Type 36-72 Volts	450 Amp 72 Volts Download Spec. Sheet	ES-31B-Type 72-144 Volts
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Popular Vehicles for EV Conversions

• The best candidates for EV conversion are typically small, lightweight vehicles similar to the ones pictured below. Click to view details.

	Geo Metro	Sebring	Ninja	VW Beetle

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Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs (click question to view answer)

1. Why build an EV?

2. What basic steps are involved?

3. How much will a typical Conversion Cost?

4. How much will I save on gas?

5. Which vehicles are the most commonly used for conversions?

6. What driving range can I expect per charge?

7. How fast will my converted EV go?

8. How do electric cars work?

9. How do I determine the charge state of the batteries?

10. What can I do, to keep the cost per mile as low as possible?

11. How much do batteries weigh?

12. How should I care for the batteries to ensure long life?

13. How long do batteries last before they must be replaced?

14. Why can’t I just use deep-cycle 12-V batteries to save space and weight?

15. Why don't you use Lithium-ion batteries?

16. What size cabling should I use for the high-current connections?

17. Should I use the wing-nut bolt or should I use terminal-post clamps?

18. Can I use an automatic transmission?

19. Why do I need a transmission at all?

20. What kind of meter(s) should I install so I can monitor as I drive?

21. After the conversion, will the vehicle be heavier?

22. Can I make my own adapters (motor-transmission mount, shaft-clutch)?

23. Can I still have air conditioning?

Still have questions? Visit the Q & A section at Wilderness EV.