Part 15 of a longer series on my 1978 Volkswagen Bus electric vehicle (EV) conversion. In this video, I show you how I fabricated the battery box that is bolted to the rear cargo floor of the bus. I also create another high voltage junction box and finish the high current cables to the rear contactor box. Finally, I actually perform the first official spin test that shows the contactors, controller, and throttle pedal operating.
Links to products:
- A213 85v Modules on GreenTec (subject to availability): https://www.greentecauto.com/hybrid-battery/repurposed-batteries/energy/a123-26s3p72v
- GIGAVAC contactor: https://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/GIGAVAC/GV241MAB
- 300v/500a fuse: https://www.zoro.com/mersen-semiconductor-fuse-a30qs-series-500a-fast-acting-300v-ac-bolt-on-a30qs500-4/i/G3536951/
- Waterproof Junction Box: https://amzn.to/3ZSH9g6
- 50mm battery wrap heat shrink: https://amzn.to/3TVpsbG