A recent EV conversion - 1975 MGB
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Adapter system from Electro Automotive
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Lightened flywheel, clutch, pressure plate, and hub
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WarP 9" and transmission in place
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Fabricated front motor mount
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The MG now uses a Curtis Controller for it's power needs
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When the plug cover is closed, one hardly notices the difference
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Plugged in for charging
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In front of the front battery box is the vacuum pump, guage, and associated plumbing.
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Two different battery boxes are in the trunk. A large one replaces the fuel tank.
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The large rear battery box lid folds up neatly in front of the batteries above the rear axle.
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Trunk before
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Trunk after
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Delivery Day! Everyone pitches in to prepare for the first drive.
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Sue and Curt finish getting ready to drive the MG.
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A quick inspection of the front compartment
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Sue prepares to drive Curt around in the car that has been in Sue's family since new.
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First drive. Quiet!!
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John Emde and John Jeide ask if there are any questions after the very first drive.
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EV grins as Curt and Sue return. Their children also wanted rides in the new EV.
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