Modules

The Online EV Workshops features the following Modules and Lessons.

It is Highly Recommended that you watch ALL of the modules and lessons in Sequential Order, Prior to Starting work on your conversion.

Module 1 – Lesson 1: Introduction, Objectives, Safety

Module 1 – Lesson 2: Vehicle Choice, Drag Coefficient, GVWR

Module 1 – Lesson 3: Conversion Terminology, Ohm’s Law

Module 2 – Lesson 1: Batteries – Part 1; Types, Life Cycles, Specs.

Module 2 – Lesson 2: Batteries – Part 2; Series/Parallel, Range Calculations

Module 2 – Lesson 3: Batteries – Part 3; Salvaged OEM Cells

Module 2 – Lesson 4: Batteries – Part 4; B.M.S., Bottom Balancing

Module 2 – Lesson 5: Batteries – Part 5; Placement, Containment, and Monitoring

Module 3 – Lesson 1: Motors

Module 3 – Lesson 2A: Adapters and Couplers

Module 3 – Lesson 2B: Motor Mounts

Module 3 – Lesson 3: Hardware

Module 3 – Lesson 4: Clutch or No Clutch

Module 3 – Lesson 5: OEM Motors

Module 4 – Lesson 1: Controllers and Throttle Control

Module 4 – Lesson 2: Switches, Relays, and Contactors

Module 4 – Lesson 3: Wire, Connectors, Lugs, and Crimping

Module 4 – Lesson 4: Schematic Diagrams, Circuits, Disconnects, Fuses and Shunts

Module 4 – Lesson 5: DC/DC Converters, Chargers, Charge Ports

Module 5 – Lesson 1: Instrumentation

Module 5 – Lesson 2: Auxiliary Batteries, DC/DC Converters

Module 5 – Lesson 3: Range Formula Explained

Module 5 – Lesson 4: BMS

Module 6 – Lesson 1: Power Brakes

Module 6 – Lesson 2: Power Steering

Module 6 – Lesson 3: Heating

Module 6 – Lesson 4: Air Conditioning

Module 7 – Lesson 1:  Maintenance/Troubleshooting

Module 7 – Lesson 2:  Demonstration Boards and More

Module 7 – Lesson 3:  How it all goes together

Module 7 – Lesson 4: Final Review and Comments

Module 7 – Lesson 5:  Additional Resources and Materials 

“If you’re looking for information about a Do-It-Yourself EV conversion, look no further.  Richard van Wyhe and EV4U have what you need.  After purchasing an EV kit from another supplier, I was very disappointed by the lack of information and support.  Hoping to fill the gaps in my knowledge, I turned to EV4U’s Online EV Workshop.  Bottom line, EV4U gave me the information I needed to make good choices about converting my vehicle.  They provided not only general electrical education, but “how to” demonstrations and the information I needed to personalize my installation.  I couldn’t have completed my project as quickly, or professionally, without their help.  EV4U’s Online EV Workshop was worth every penny!” 

Chris from Salt Lake City, Utah

May 2020

 

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