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Garage Tour: Frame Off Restoration and EV Conversion with Current LA
Many shops doing EV conversions require a donor car to already be fully restored, but Current LA has been doing frame off restorations and custom fabrication long before EV conversions hit the scene so they are all in.
Many of you have seen the end results of their work, either on my videos or at SEMA, but you might be wondering what's the tooling required to create such awesome cars?
In this video Brian takes me through their shop to explore how they get the job done, from vice grips to plasma cutter. I definitely connected a few dots understanding how some of their custom work is accomplished. I hope you enjoy this behind the scenes look, and let me know in the comments if you would lik...
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Classic 1957 Chevy Bel Air EV Conversion
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.21 день назад
EV conversion and full restoration shop Current LA always has something awesome going on, and today is no different getting a walk through of their Chevy Bel Air EV Conversion. Keeping with the classic look for this lowrider they used the Webb Motorworks electric crate motor which is a pretty sweet way to delight and confuse a car show audience when they find out this Chevrolet is fully electri...
Current LA 1932 Ford EV Conversion
Просмотров 648Месяц назад
If you are looking for a dose of nostalgia with a powerful and modern kick this hot rod from Current LA is your fix for sure. This EV conversion of a 1932 Ford "Deuce" captures the spirit of performance while retaining the look and feel of an original. Have you seen the Webb blocks before? They stuff an EV drivetrain inside what looks like a polished engine. Manual brakes, wood chassis, power n...
Tesla Front License Plate - Quick Bandit Review
Просмотров 1192 месяца назад
I got the Quick Bandit front license plate holder for my Tesla so I could take the plate off and on for the track. Little did I know it would stand up to a hit and run from a F150! The fact that this part was still functional is the best testimonial I can give to Tony for making these pieces. I bought another and am back in action now. He also makes them for Cybertruck and Rivian, just sayin!
Mail Truck Rides Again - 1967 Scout 800 EV Conversion
Просмотров 5472 месяца назад
Enter the EV Scout you might not have heard about yet... My favorite EV Conversions end up better than the original, and this EV Scout from Current LA doesn't disappoint in the slightest! The modern drivetrain Brian and the Current Crew have put together gives the owner the classic charm along with more power and upgrades to everything from gauges and brakes to AC and sound system. What sets a ...
Tesla Model X Track Experience at Tesla Corsa
Просмотров 1697 месяцев назад
Who knew the Model X could handle the track? John of Tesla Owners Club Silicon Valley describes what it was like taking his Model X on the track at Buttonwillow for a Tesla Corsa event. @TeslaOwnersSV
Ferrari Dino Fully Electric EV Conversion
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.7 месяцев назад
Current LA is taking this 1973 Ferrari Dino and doing a complete restoration and EV conversion. This thing is sick! I can't wait to see this sportscar back on the road better and faster than ever! The end result will offer two times the horsepower, modern coilover suspension, full creature comforts like AC and sound system, custom wheels and detailing, all in a maintenance free EV. In this vide...
Chevy Bolt Review - 5 Impressions After Renting It
Просмотров 5967 месяцев назад
The Chevy Bolt is one of the top choices if you are looking for an electric car with over 200 miles of range for less than 40k. Indeed I can’t really think of any other options that fit those criteria other than the Bolt or a Nissan Leaf. So I took the opportunity to rent one of the Hertz Bolts for 3 days. This Bolt was NOT the EUV, which is pretty popular too since it is a bit bigger. Always a...
Tuner Cars and Tracking Teslas - Conversation with ZEVcentric
Просмотров 577 месяцев назад
Today I am sitting down with Rishie Garg at his shop in Fremont - ZEVcentric. I met Rishie last year at an Electrify Expo event in San Francisco and we hit it off right away. Now that I made it to his shop to make some adjustments to my Model 3, we had a chance to sit back and talk about our shared love for 90's tuner cars, the history of AutoRnD and ZEVcentric, tracking a Tesla, and all around...
The Tesla Takeover - Highlights from the Annual Event with Tesla Owners of Silicon Valley
Просмотров 8110 месяцев назад
If you didn't make it to the 2023 Tesla Takeover hosted by Tesla Owners of Silicon Valley (@TeslaOwnersSV)here are some highlights we got into during the Episode of The Next Great Car Era with John and Kelvin. Don't forget that Tesla Takeover is now X Takeover for 2024: www.xtakeover.com/
Off Roading EV Converted Electric Jeep - A Unique Adventure
Просмотров 17610 месяцев назад
Kyle Meziere grew up around cars and has been working and building them ever since. His most recent project is an EV Conversion of a 1953 Jeep Willys which he uses as an off roading weekend car or a fun commuter when the mood strikes. Driving trails in Anza-Borrego desert state park Kyle reflects on the build during this episode of The Next Great Car Era podcast. @TorqueMountainEV-iw1xd
Tesla Owners Best Advice on Buying an Electric Car
Просмотров 9710 месяцев назад
John and Kelvin know a thing or two about electric cars. As the leaders of Tesla Owners of Silicon Valley (@TeslaOwnersSV) and the hosts of the yearly Tesla Takeover they work with literally thousands of EV owners and people interested in making the jump. During our episode of The Next Great Car Era they each broke down their top advice if you are interested in buying an EV. If this is interest...
Jeep Tesla SDU Swap is a Four Wheeling Monster Electric Car
Просмотров 23810 месяцев назад
Today I am sitting down with Kyle Meziere to talk about his 1953 Classic Jeep that he converted to an offroad electric beast with a Tesla Small Drive Unit and Chevy Volt Batteries. Kyle grew up in the car world a part of Meziere Enterprises and their drag racing awesomeness. When it came time to restore this Jeep from his Grandfather he landed on doing somethings special and one of a kind. Now ...
Electric Land Cruiser - Power, Torque, and Off Roading Experience for the Leaf motor EV Conversion
Просмотров 14911 месяцев назад
When Jimmy from @EVSwap Conversions offered to take me on a short drive in the Nissan Leaf Swapped Toyota Land Cruiser I was stoked. Ride along with us and see how it went. Check out the full featured EV video here: ruclips.net/video/zCt_aA8dAws/видео.htmlsi=JhYoHzW4w2NpqpjT
Improve Your Driving Skills with Real Time Telemetry System - Electric Toyota makes you drive better
Просмотров 4211 месяцев назад
This is one of my favorite conversations with Joel. As I've learned more and more about tracking cars (I've been driving my Tesla Model 3 Performance for the last year) telemetry is something that comes up often, and Joel does a great job explaining exactly how that works and how it improves your driving skill. This system is on the dedicated track Toyota GR86 that has been converted to electri...
Electric Cadillac EV Conversion is a Top Notch Restomod - Who will grab it from Barrett Jackson?
Просмотров 52411 месяцев назад
Electric Cadillac EV Conversion is a Top Notch Restomod - Who will grab it from Barrett Jackson?
The best way to learn about EVs - Good advice if you are researching Electric Cars | TNGCE EP 1
Просмотров 32Год назад
The best way to learn about EVs - Good advice if you are researching Electric Cars | TNGCE EP 1
EV tuning? Can you modify and customize electric cars?? | TNGCE EP 1
Просмотров 133Год назад
EV tuning? Can you modify and customize electric cars?? | TNGCE EP 1
Mitsubishi Mirage got her into modification. Who else remembers spinner rims? | TNGCE EP 1
Просмотров 46Год назад
Mitsubishi Mirage got her into modification. Who else remembers spinner rims? | TNGCE EP 1
Unrecognizable! Custom Tesla Model 3 Revision 3 SEMA Build at Future Tech
Просмотров 718Год назад
Unrecognizable! Custom Tesla Model 3 Revision 3 SEMA Build at Future Tech
The racecar motor - Toyota 86 EV conversion uses the stock subframe for ease and reliability
Просмотров 138Год назад
The racecar motor - Toyota 86 EV conversion uses the stock subframe for ease and reliability
1965 Shelby Cobra EV Conversion By E-Muscle Cars uses a Tesla Model S motor and LG chem batteries
Просмотров 628Год назад
1965 Shelby Cobra EV Conversion By E-Muscle Cars uses a Tesla Model S motor and LG chem batteries
Scorpion EV's Venom Cobra won SEMA Best Engineered Vehicle of the Year - with Karen Salvaggio
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.Год назад
Scorpion EV's Venom Cobra won SEMA Best Engineered Vehicle of the Year - with Karen Salvaggio
Torque Trends Gear Reduction for EV Swaps
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.Год назад
Torque Trends Gear Reduction for EV Swaps
The Best License Plate Ever 😂
Просмотров 57Год назад
The Best License Plate Ever 😂
1968 Camaro doesn't have a 327 anymore
Просмотров 349Год назад
1968 Camaro doesn't have a 327 anymore
Metal Fabrication - How does it work with SendCutSend?
Просмотров 742Год назад
Metal Fabrication - How does it work with SendCutSend?
Top 5 Differences between Tesla Model Y vs Tesla Model 3
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.Год назад
Top 5 Differences between Tesla Model Y vs Tesla Model 3
Tjin Edition Ford Mustang Mach-E Safari Custom SEMA Car
Просмотров 181Год назад
Tjin Edition Ford Mustang Mach-E Safari Custom SEMA Car
Jeep EV Conversion by Meziere Enterprises at SEMA
Просмотров 500Год назад
Jeep EV Conversion by Meziere Enterprises at SEMA

Комментарии

  • @jerryodell
    @jerryodell День назад

    I love my i3!

    • @EVTUNERS
      @EVTUNERS 6 часов назад

      @@jerryodell I saw two on the highway the other day, what ate the odds haha

  • @user-gn1ic9ww8q
    @user-gn1ic9ww8q 24 дня назад

    i guess itll just be me ,u and the kids rachy, haley u dont need to invite all yours friends over every holiday... yea but im gonna be moving soon so i wanted to say goodbye to them.....

  • @user-gn1ic9ww8q
    @user-gn1ic9ww8q 24 дня назад

    no i cant come outside to play today. my dad grounded me for loosing 25k at the poker table...... soon as he gets over it ill be allowed out, but i can send somebody out if u want me to...

  • @bidon5037
    @bidon5037 24 дня назад

    Even the garage looks super clean! Awesome built but maybe too complexe with too many parts. Thank for sharing.

    • @EVTUNERS
      @EVTUNERS 24 дня назад

      @@bidon5037 thanks for swinging by! If you like thier garage setup, keep an eye out for the episode end of this week! 😉

  • @pakheichan7830
    @pakheichan7830 25 дней назад

    No ! what the fuck ?😢

  • @goodmorningmechanic
    @goodmorningmechanic 26 дней назад

    Very nice!! They did amazing work!

    • @EVTUNERS
      @EVTUNERS 26 дней назад

      @@goodmorningmechanic it all came together so well! They make it look easy haha

  • @codedGiraffe
    @codedGiraffe 26 дней назад

    Absolutely beautiful restoration. It's cool that it's a conversion but much respect for the restoration job it is stunning

    • @EVTUNERS
      @EVTUNERS 26 дней назад

      @@codedGiraffe Yeah it's so crazy walking around their shop and seeing the artistry in each project.

  • @seanmcpeek7493
    @seanmcpeek7493 Месяц назад

    Gonna hook up a stereo so you can play fake engine sounds ? Sacrilegious! A waste of a real steal 32.

  • @gregschwartz4017
    @gregschwartz4017 Месяц назад

    They did not have the ability to manufacture rolled steel long enough to make an entire roof at the time. It would have to be two pieces, so many manufacturers used wood or cloth.

    • @EVTUNERS
      @EVTUNERS Месяц назад

      @@gregschwartz4017 wow today I learned, thanks Greg!

  • @richardelliott8352
    @richardelliott8352 Месяц назад

    nice to see imagination in hot rods is still alive. The world doesn't need another cookie cutter street rod.

    • @EVTUNERS
      @EVTUNERS Месяц назад

      @@richardelliott8352 you have a great perspective!

  • @darlingtonbere7159
    @darlingtonbere7159 Месяц назад

    That’s gorgeous . All original as well 👌🏾👌🏾

    • @EVTUNERS
      @EVTUNERS Месяц назад

      @@darlingtonbere7159 you have great taste!

  • @deej628
    @deej628 Месяц назад

    What size/offset wheels and what tires? Stock suspension? About to pull the trigger on some before the sale ends! Thanks man!

    • @EVTUNERS
      @EVTUNERS Месяц назад

      19x9" ET34 wheels. I've run several different tires on these rims just used a calculator to stay close to stock dimensions. So for 19s you add sidewall. My suspension isn't stock anymore buy you don't need anything to run the rims at all. Lemme know how it goes!

  • @notme4921
    @notme4921 Месяц назад

    What a project ! wonder if Ferrari is going to contact you as they don't like people tampering with their products .

    • @EVTUNERS
      @EVTUNERS Месяц назад

      @@notme4921 time will tell, but it's just so much faster now...

  • @benedictcumberbatch4275
    @benedictcumberbatch4275 2 месяца назад

    Awesome

  • @zilfondel
    @zilfondel 2 месяца назад

    This is amazing. The leaf drivetrain is pretty versatile!

  • @goodmorningmechanic
    @goodmorningmechanic 3 месяца назад

    Just found your Channel! Love it!

    • @EVTUNERS
      @EVTUNERS 2 месяца назад

      @@goodmorningmechanic thank you! Appreciate that

  • @pointlinesquare
    @pointlinesquare 3 месяца назад

    Love that this guy went ahead with the swap even with the limited range 💪

  • @guygillmore2970
    @guygillmore2970 3 месяца назад

    Socool

  • @MiguelRodriguez-nt5eq
    @MiguelRodriguez-nt5eq 4 месяца назад

    Im a Tesla owner and bought a 2019 Bolt for a second car.. Its a great car for everyday practical use..

  • @timwhite3030
    @timwhite3030 4 месяца назад

    Because when you buy a Landcruiser you buy because it’s fast! 😂😅😂

  • @elliotkane4443
    @elliotkane4443 4 месяца назад

    Horrible, what an abomination.

  • @paulcampbell427
    @paulcampbell427 4 месяца назад

    I watched some of your videos and I have a question that may be in your field of expertise. Why isn't anyone creating a diesel-electric truck? If theyre so efficient on the scale of trains and cargo ships why not pickups?

  • @prilep5
    @prilep5 4 месяца назад

    Now convert Cadillac Eldorado

  • @christopherc7075
    @christopherc7075 5 месяцев назад

    I was thinking the other day that classic land barges would make perfect EV conversions considering their original weight and the intention of crusing around with the top down. I'm glad to see someone else thought the same!

  • @glenjonesiii576
    @glenjonesiii576 5 месяцев назад

    😢 Just by a tesla leave the civics alone

  • @billbayer5526
    @billbayer5526 5 месяцев назад

    That little car with a 60kWh pack will easily go 150mi...probably closer to 200mi. Will you guys post range testing when you finish?

  • @okiedoke6373
    @okiedoke6373 5 месяцев назад

    On something like that it's a frequency drive with a frequency drive you can transfer as much electricity as you want to the motor the limiting capabilities of a motor is its ability to cool itself if it's designed for 5 KW of cooling that means it's dissipating 5 kilowatts of electricity can you put 10,000 kilowatts in it the motor will overheat unless you have some kind of cooling system to cool the motor down

  • @oluwatobaemmanuel6602
    @oluwatobaemmanuel6602 5 месяцев назад

    Very good project How much does all this cost and what electric conversion company did this wonderful project Thank you

  • @waltdisnenycopyright8048
    @waltdisnenycopyright8048 5 месяцев назад

    Grey smoke =lithium, black for deisel

  • @mario695arroba
    @mario695arroba 7 месяцев назад

    Terrible interviewer , awesome job from that creative guy !!

  • @mario695arroba
    @mario695arroba 7 месяцев назад

    Awesome job !

  • @TeslaOwnersSV
    @TeslaOwnersSV 7 месяцев назад

    🎉🎉🎉

  • @TorqueMountainEV-iw1xd
    @TorqueMountainEV-iw1xd 7 месяцев назад

    Super cool! Very cool to see such a so much thought and talent put into everything from the EV systems to the custom wheels and interior!

  • @chargeheadsuk
    @chargeheadsuk 7 месяцев назад

    Amazing, shared on ChargeheadsUK 😉

    • @EVTUNERS
      @EVTUNERS 7 месяцев назад

      Legend!

    • @chargeheadsuk
      @chargeheadsuk 7 месяцев назад

      @@EVTUNERS no sir you are the legend for finding this beauty 😉⚡️💯

  • @MarlinMay
    @MarlinMay 7 месяцев назад

    Dinos and Mondials are perfect for EV upgrades. Good choice!👍🏾

    • @EVTUNERS
      @EVTUNERS 7 месяцев назад

      Agreed! Good looking too

  • @dan8789
    @dan8789 7 месяцев назад

    What’s the miles per kw/h when driving normally?

    • @EVTUNERS
      @EVTUNERS 7 месяцев назад

      That's a great question! I'll see if I can find out what the latest is.

  • @z28style23
    @z28style23 7 месяцев назад

    hey brother long time no talk. got my 2024 performance 3 for delivery next month :). see ya at next meet

    • @EVTUNERS
      @EVTUNERS 7 месяцев назад

      Dude now way! That's awesome, can't wait!

  • @blackterminal
    @blackterminal 7 месяцев назад

    The front of the battery is in the front crumple zone. Nonetheless its clever work.

    • @EVTUNERS
      @EVTUNERS 7 месяцев назад

      Good catch!

    • @murraymadness4674
      @murraymadness4674 Месяц назад

      Can't really blame him for putting it there, but being an offroad truck, having the weight much lower would be much better. I'd swap the spare tire with the battery pack. The leaf pack also has no cooling, and putting all the cells in a metal box mostly sealed is going to get the pack to get hot vs oem.

  • @Lari-ol7ps
    @Lari-ol7ps 8 месяцев назад

    Dumb waste of cyber space

  • @ajayfactz44
    @ajayfactz44 8 месяцев назад

    I have EV SHELBY COBRA 427 , I want to sell it, how much do you think I should sell it for?

  • @danielpicado5292
    @danielpicado5292 8 месяцев назад

    Dope convo!

  • @2.3_44XD--
    @2.3_44XD-- 8 месяцев назад

    I understand your traditional point if view but NO this is a dream

  • @GhostRyderFPV
    @GhostRyderFPV 9 месяцев назад

    Just drove mine home from the dealership. Love it.

  • @RacerX1971
    @RacerX1971 9 месяцев назад

    Didnt these get recalled 2x for bad batteries and catches on fire. GM even said not to park them in a building, meaning garage...😂😂

    • @snickerdoooodle
      @snickerdoooodle 2 месяца назад

      Yes, a small percentage of them. But they replaced ALL batteries, meaning that any Bolt that had the recall has their battery completely refreshed, opening the market to a lot of decent starter EVs

    • @RacerX1971
      @RacerX1971 2 месяца назад

      @@snickerdoooodle , so small percentage that GM stopped producing them..yeh okay🤪🤪..reality is they probably got 😱 of the liability issue 🙄..knowing that "even a small percentage" can catch fire.

  • @marylouknipe1290
    @marylouknipe1290 10 месяцев назад

    'Promo SM'

  • @chriskolevski292
    @chriskolevski292 10 месяцев назад

    Nahh bro😭😭😭 you cant do that to a car like that

  • @alibro7512
    @alibro7512 10 месяцев назад

    Fantastic conversion. Well done for keeping the car as stock as possible inside and keeping the load area. I had to sacrifice some space in my Freelander conversion but my batteries are very bulky. Using Leaf components made this a really affordable conversion.

  • @greatdane3343
    @greatdane3343 10 месяцев назад

    Cool build and a cool dude. Thanks for sharing.

    • @kebeleteeek4227
      @kebeleteeek4227 9 месяцев назад

      Less reliable .. Less practical .. yet more EXPENSIVE .. Whats the point from personal stand point ??

    • @greatdane3343
      @greatdane3343 9 месяцев назад

      @@kebeleteeek4227 if you have to ask, it's probably not worth trying to explain it to you.

    • @kebeleteeek4227
      @kebeleteeek4227 9 месяцев назад

      @@greatdane3343 How reliable .. how practical going offroad / expedition to mountains .. remote areas .. for days with EV .. ?? ... Can you bring jerricans of "electrons" (ie: battery packs) to extend the range ..?? ... LOL ....

  • @EVFan-um3qg
    @EVFan-um3qg 10 месяцев назад

    Always fascinating to talk with you, Dan!

    • @EVTUNERS
      @EVTUNERS 10 месяцев назад

      Same Kyle! Looking forward to next time

  • @tanner3801
    @tanner3801 11 месяцев назад

    14:55 yeah because that's what a spaceship sounds like...