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by mugball
Sun Jun 15, 2025 10:29 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: For Sale: 110kw Leaf Stack + Zombie + S-Box
Replies: 7
Views: 4311

Re: For Sale: 110kw Leaf Stack + Zombie + S-Box

Bumping as back in Ireland now, and have decided to do electric boat project instead of car, so this still for sale.
by mugball
Sat Jun 07, 2025 9:56 pm
Forum: Toyota/Lexus
Topic: L210 gearbox
Replies: 264
Views: 1033808

Re: L210 gearbox

Wondering about suitabilty of the L210 for an application requiring max about 10-15kw of power, and apologies if this is a stupid question.

I've seen reports of others spinning the L210 at very low voltages, so is it possible/safe to use 48v to the L210, and can the zombieverter limit max power ...
by mugball
Sat Feb 08, 2025 5:18 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: Smart 17 kWh battery E18-2evo €200
Replies: 2
Views: 1649

Re: Smart 17 kWh battery E18-2evo €200

what are dimensions of the box?
by mugball
Tue Sep 24, 2024 7:23 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Can't get Nissan EM57 to spin (or + contactor to close)
Replies: 15
Views: 4582

Re: Can't get Nissan EM57 to spin (or + contactor to close)

jrbe wrote: Tue Sep 24, 2024 7:16 pm 110kw / 48v = 2300 amps (+ 5-10% for losses) from the battery, contactors, cables, shunt. When the voltage dips that will go up a lot.
Not such a great idea then. As Brat says better to use a 48v motor.
by mugball
Mon Sep 23, 2024 3:25 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Can't get Nissan EM57 to spin (or + contactor to close)
Replies: 15
Views: 4582

Re: Can't get Nissan EM57 to spin (or + contactor to close)

I wondered about using a Leaf motor in a boat but decided I didn't want to mess with the high voltage necessary in a marine environment.

So then I thought about using the OI inverter board to remove min voltage level and use the Leaf motor at 48v. The simplistic thinking being that a 110kw motor ...
by mugball
Thu Sep 12, 2024 12:44 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: For Sale: 110kw Leaf Stack + Zombie + S-Box
Replies: 7
Views: 4311

Re: For Sale: 110kw Leaf Stack + Zombie + S-Box

I'm in Spain but back in Ireland next month for a few days so giving this a bump in case there is any interest.
by mugball
Sat Jul 20, 2024 10:51 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: For Sale: 110kw Leaf Stack + Zombie + S-Box
Replies: 7
Views: 4311

Re: For Sale: 110kw Leaf Stack + Zombie + S-Box

Still for sale, leaving for Spain soon!

€1500 ono for entire.
by mugball
Mon May 27, 2024 12:02 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: For Sale: 110kw Leaf Stack + Zombie + S-Box
Replies: 7
Views: 4311

Re: For Sale: 110kw Leaf Stack + Zombie + S-Box

nkiernan wrote: Mon May 27, 2024 6:26 am Let me know if the range rover ever goes on the list!
Currently, only if I get an offer I can't refuse. Feel free to make one!

My plan is to pick up the project this time next year when we return. If we end up staying in Spain longer term, then I probably will sell the Range Rover.
by mugball
Thu May 23, 2024 9:21 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: For Sale: 110kw Leaf Stack + Zombie + S-Box
Replies: 7
Views: 4311

Re: For Sale: 110kw Leaf Stack + Zombie + S-Box

Very open to offers on this.
by mugball
Mon Apr 15, 2024 9:02 am
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: For Sale: 110kw Leaf Stack + Zombie + S-Box
Replies: 7
Views: 4311

For Sale: 110kw Leaf Stack + Zombie + S-Box

Due my wife's decision that we're moving to Spain for a year, sadly I have had to put my project on hold hence conversion parts for sale.

2019 110 kw Leaf stack (motor, inverter, PDM with charge sockets/main HV cable, low voltage wiring harness) - includes aircon compressor which has been ...
by mugball
Tue Feb 27, 2024 8:02 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: [WIP] - 1989 Range Rover Classic + Nissan Leaf
Replies: 13
Views: 3533

Re: [WIP] - 1989 Range Rover Classic + Nissan Leaf


Love the test battery pack!

Always a good idea to leave the battery until last, get everything else in and then look for batteries. They are getting cheaper all the time.

You can fit half a VW 55kWh pack in the fuel tank area on a RRC, potentially should be enough room in the front for the other ...
by mugball
Tue Feb 27, 2024 1:20 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: [WIP] - 1989 Range Rover Classic + Nissan Leaf
Replies: 13
Views: 3533

Re: [WIP] - 1989 Range Rover Classic + Nissan Leaf

First spin, yee ha! Leaf stack with zombie.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMjujlLZF9M

Big thanks to marty here, who I bought the bits off, and was on hand via whatsapp to answer my dumb noob questions.

Next step is to deice the Range Rover. I didn't want to start dismantling the car until I'd ...
by mugball
Wed Feb 07, 2024 8:37 am
Forum: BMW
Topic: BMW S-Box Phev (SafeyBox 9846612)
Replies: 43
Views: 33028

Re: BMW S-Box Phev (SafeyBox 9846612)

Hi, I am trying to locate part number for the connector/harness to plug in to S-Box for 12 v and can, does anybody know it? thanks

531px-SBOX.jpg
by mugball
Sun Feb 04, 2024 8:58 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: [WIP] - 1989 Range Rover Classic + Nissan Leaf
Replies: 13
Views: 3533

Re: [WIP] - 1989 Range Rover Classic + Nissan Leaf

@EVSwap - I have reduced my range ambitions a lot based on what I've learnt since writing the first post! TBH in the first instance 30 miles or so will make this a useable vehicle for my needs - local runabout. When I was using it with the ICE I rarely if ever drove it more than a 20 mile round trip ...
by mugball
Fri Feb 02, 2024 9:09 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: [WIP] - 1989 Range Rover Classic + Nissan Leaf
Replies: 13
Views: 3533

Re: 1989 Range Rover Classic + Nissan Leaf - [WIP]

Am resurrecting this thread as going to try and finally get this project started. Shortly after last posting I lost the storage and workshop space where the Range Rover was, and it's spent most of the time since sitting in a lean to shed outside my house. I've now decided it will never get done if I ...
by mugball
Wed Jan 03, 2024 7:09 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: [Driving] Homebuilt Locost 7 - from Motorcycle engine to Leaf power!
Replies: 139
Views: 55070

Re: [WIP] Homebuilt Locost 7 - from Motorcycle engine to Leaf power!


I think the Leaf inverter needs over 200V but don't quote me on that.
A while ago I used multiple 12V batteries to power my Gen one Leaf inverter.


I recall reading somewhere, wiki perhaps but cannot find it again, Leaf inverter needed 160v.

Hence was surprised to see it spinning on 60v ...
by mugball
Wed Jan 03, 2024 10:37 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: [Driving] Homebuilt Locost 7 - from Motorcycle engine to Leaf power!
Replies: 139
Views: 55070

Re: [WIP] Homebuilt Locost 7 - from Motorcycle engine to Leaf power!


For testing I'm using about 60 volts (three cordless tool batteries).


Your cordless tool batteries caught my eye as I'm looking for a power supply to bench test before I buy the battery pack. It's obviously worked well for you on the 80kw motor with the openinverter board.

I have four 20v tool ...
by mugball
Sun Sep 17, 2023 8:55 pm
Forum: General
Topic: is300h transmission
Replies: 12
Views: 13323

Re: is300h transmission

I'd also be very interested to hear how this pans out, thanks!
by mugball
Mon Aug 14, 2023 9:09 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: GS300H gearbox & inverter for sale [SOLD]
Replies: 6
Views: 2853

Re: GS300H gearbox & inverter for sale

Do you still have these?
by mugball
Wed Sep 14, 2022 10:47 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: [WIP] - 1989 Range Rover Classic + Nissan Leaf
Replies: 13
Views: 3533

Re: 1989 Range Rover Classic + Nissan Leaf


Another local! Welcome
So much scope to do something in a Rangey classic. Getting a complete battery and drivetrain should be easy enough through the likes of Kilcock Dismantlers (closest EV/Hybrid approved breakers to Wicklow I think) or EV Breakers up in Newry. I got the 24kWh pack for about €2k ...
by mugball
Fri Aug 19, 2022 8:03 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: Skoda Octavia Estate 2001
Replies: 112
Views: 40250

Re: Skoda Octavia Estate 2001


I asked two classic insurers, Campion and First Ireland. Both quoted me after they had seen my engineers report after I had finished the ev conversion and it was re-registered as an ev through Wicklow county council.


Thanks for that, will try Campion.

First Ireland, who I have policy with ...
by mugball
Wed Aug 17, 2022 10:52 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Skoda Octavia Estate 2001
Replies: 112
Views: 40250

Re: Skoda Octavia Estate 2001


Great to see you back at it! Yeah, insurance here in Ireland is still a bit unclear for ev conversions. Mine was relatively straightforward as it was over 25 years old and qualified for classic insurance for €250 - no more than 5k miles a year, not for work use, etc. I did call a few places to ...
by mugball
Wed Aug 17, 2022 8:47 am
Forum: Getting Started
Topic: Suitably Qualified Individuals (SQIs) for sign off in Ireland
Replies: 1
Views: 1913

Suitably Qualified Individuals (SQIs) for sign off in Ireland

Hi, I realise I'll need an SQI to officially check and sign off on an EV conversion, can anyone here recommend one. Ideally Leinster area, but location doesn't really matter. Thanks!
by mugball
Sun Aug 14, 2022 10:25 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: [WIP] - 1989 Range Rover Classic + Nissan Leaf
Replies: 13
Views: 3533

Re: 1989 Range Rover Classic + Nissan Leaf

In discussing this project elsewhere somebody made the suggestion it might be helpful to chat, whilst still in the planning stage, to an SQI re the sign off on the final conversion. This does seem like a good idea, particularly as would like to check if the weight distribution will pass muster. I am ...
by mugball
Mon Aug 08, 2022 8:46 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: [WIP] - 1989 Range Rover Classic + Nissan Leaf
Replies: 13
Views: 3533

Re: 1989 Range Rover Classic + Nissan Leaf


finding a salvaged leaf would be ideal. if you can pull the full drive stack (motor, inverter, pdm) along with the HV wiring, your mostly good to go. just a matter of coupling the motor to the gear box, and mounting the battery pack. zombieverter will control the full drive stack (motor, charger ...