How to install Tools required: Standard socket wrench set. Power drill. Pop Rivet driver. Metric Allen wrenches: 5mm, 8mm and 10mm (supplied). - With wheel on the ground unscrew lug nuts or bolts one at a time and replace with nuts or bolts supplied with the kit. Tighten well.
- Install adapter plate onto lug bolts or nuts using hex socket flathead 10x1.5mm screws. Tighten using 8mm Allen wrench.
- Install motor using central hex socket flathead 12 mm bolt. Before tightening turn motor until the locator pin on the back meshes into the corresponding hole in the adapter plate. Tighten bolt using 10mm Allen wrench.
- Install torque arm using four 6mm socket head screws. Pull power and control cables tight to fit snugly where they enter the torque bar/conduit.
- Mark position of torque bar anchor bracket on rear fender. Remove permanent mount double stick tape masking paper and press the bracket into place. Drill through fender in 6 positions using guide holes in bracket. Secure with pop rivets (supplied).
- Install Torque bearing at lower end of bracket.
- Drill entry hole for cable bundle in the sub fender and the side or bottom of trunk or spare compartment using 1" hole saw. Install grommet and guide the cable bundle through.
- Install chrome hubcap and torque bar cover using stainless 6mm socket screws.
- Repeat procedure other side.
- Install motor controllers, on-board charger and batteries in trunk.
- Connect following diagram in manual.
How does it work ? The effect felt by the driver when the system is turned on is equivalent to freewheeling down a 3% grade. As a result the accelerator needs to be depressed less or not at all to keep the car going. When on cruise control the difference can only be perceived by a significant drop in fuel consumption, dependent on type of car and individual driving habits. What does it cost ? Projected approximate prices: Conversion kit including: - 2 Poulsen Hybrid motors.
- Auxiliary Components and cables
- 2 brushless DC motor controllers
- 72V 120Ah Deep Cycle Lead Acid battery pack (6 batteries).
- On-board charger, 72V, 10A.
Total $3,300 Conversion performed by authorized facility, additional $600
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