If you are looking for some kind of vehicular project, you might consider converting your car to electric. You could save money and your carbon footprint with an electric car conversion, as some say. Before jumping into anything, consider some advantages and disadvantages.
What is electric car conversion?
Rather than purchasing a hybrid or electric vehicle, some owners perform an electric car conversion, in which the gasoline-powered engine is replaced with an electric-powered one. Electric car conversions are popular do-it-yourself projects. DIY electric car conversion instructions or pre-assembled kits are available. Most parts – like safety features, brakes, etc. – considered “non-engine” are left untouched.
Advantages with an electric car conversion
There are some serious advantages to an electric car conversion project. Rather than filling up at the gas station, you will be able to plug in your car. Your carbon footprint will be significantly reduced. There is little skill required to do the project. Also, you will be able to make use of a “donor vehicle” – a car or small truck that may not be running, but is in otherwise good shape. In the long term, the conversion costing around $ 2,000 will save you money.
Disadvantages of electric car conversion
An electric car conversion is not necessarily the end-all-be-all of transportation solutions, however. Maintenance is difficult on electric converted cars and they are more difficult to repair if you don’t have the proper information. Converted electric vehicles require battery replacements every few years, which is an extra maintenance cost many people do not consider. Without a charge, converted electric cars can’t seem to go more than 200 miles. You might be better off renting gas powered vehicle for trips, but it is great for commuting.
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