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  • Опубликовано: 22 июл 2024
  • In this episode we take a look at a Volkswagen Beetle based Manx buggy we built for a client. This street legal off road machine is a joint project with Playtech Racing out of Anaheim, CA. This four seat Manx has a large Tesla drive unit and the chassis modifications to match the performance. Check out all the details and unique features.
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Комментарии • 23

  • @hoverlogix5554
    @hoverlogix5554 2 года назад +4

    Hello 👋 Ours will live another 50 years with EV✌️ thanks

  • @bobqzzi
    @bobqzzi 2 года назад +3

    Love your stuff. Can't wait to see the first build with a Plaid motor.

  • @gunningopher
    @gunningopher 2 года назад +2

    I have an old street legal fiberglass buggy in the garage I used to bounce around in at the So. Cal. deserts. I started taking it apart to rebuild it but lately been thinking about converting it to an electric street car since we haven't been going to the desert at all lately and just ride quads when we do. This his highly motivating.
    I hate the bus trans-axle with redux boxes and swing arm rear end, but I feel like keeping that will allow me to stay within a reasonable budget even though it likely adds a lot of drag on the powertrain. It is pretty beat up so I'd be rebuilding the whole thing. I like the idea of adding the subfloor for the batteries. Keeps the weight balanced and low.

  • @alleyoop4465
    @alleyoop4465 2 года назад +6

    I can't say how much I love this. It'll probably be another 10 yrs before crashed teslas are cheap enough but I'll be diy-ing this some day.

    • @TheNone724
      @TheNone724 Год назад

      If you don't need tesla level of performance then leaf motor + inverter can give about 160kw of power for about 1000 dollars used from wreck

  • @winkcla
    @winkcla 2 года назад +4

    No clip where we can hear what it sounds like? Would have loved a point of view from inside and outside with sound!

  • @jackgreenstalk777
    @jackgreenstalk777 2 года назад

    so cool! hope to see it in person some day

  • @terryfleming7084
    @terryfleming7084 2 года назад

    That is one cool build!

  • @googleisntrespectingprivac6772
    @googleisntrespectingprivac6772 2 года назад +1

    I was waiting for this!! A Meyer Manx buggy.

  • @sambooth8745
    @sambooth8745 2 года назад

    Full size Tamiya Sand Rover, love it, I had the 1/10 Rc car as a kid, been thinking of doing this for a while with an old Manx

  • @bdjm8595
    @bdjm8595 2 года назад

    Very cool!!!

  • @gregcavanaugh6259
    @gregcavanaugh6259 2 года назад

    As a mountain biker, the way side-by-sides are taking over everywhere, the noise reduction (and therefore impact of them) as EVs would be greatly improved. I still encourage people to access and enjoy nature with their bodies and not motors, but this helps!

  • @Cloxxki
    @Cloxxki 2 года назад +3

    I want an AWD electrified Ariel Nomad. Good news is that the chassis is tubular. Migh there be space to put in a battery floor? Even if kept thinner than a Tesla one? Putting a capable front end on there would be an interesting challenge.
    Ideally 4 motors, tank turn capable and of course at least the power of the original (say, 300 hp continuous) and decent range when cruising. Rock crawling, WRC and rallycross whipping EV?

  • @ronjanes9350
    @ronjanes9350 2 года назад

    If I install a Tesla 3 motor in my ManxSR, can I flat tow it?

  • @cn4487
    @cn4487 Год назад +1

    What would something like this run if a customer would want one just like it, quite interested in it.

    • @EVWest
      @EVWest  9 месяцев назад

      Hi my name is Drew and I am the new media manager for Ev West. Please email sales@evwest.com with questions and/or set up a time to get on a phone call with our team. We are in the office Monday to Thursday 8am to 5pm PST. Sorry for the delay reply.

  • @vidznstuff1
    @vidznstuff1 2 года назад +1

    Nothing about the motor, batteries, or controller. Part II?

  • @Chris-bg8mk
    @Chris-bg8mk 2 года назад +1

    I thought the big issue with flat towing was the regen. Potentially big drag force plus what to do with the energy, particularly when the battery is full.

    • @tomsummers1137
      @tomsummers1137 2 года назад +3

      Stop, get out, and go shift that sucker into neutral.

  • @perezm714
    @perezm714 2 года назад +1

    This thing is Rad!

  • @briankumpan9892
    @briankumpan9892 2 года назад +1

    I much like your shows, but the dragster was NOT my favorite

  • @deutscheklassiker5677
    @deutscheklassiker5677 2 года назад +3

    No need for adverts ffs