Making a list
I’m not getting much done lately. I think it’s because I’m to the point where I could do a lot. Previously I was always waiting on parts (motor before motor installation…) Now I almost have everything so I’m undecided on making the cables or finishing the battery racks or setting up the controller wiring or finishing the vacuum pump wiring, finding a motor for the power steering pump, etc.
So I’m making a list, somewhat flow chart to figure out logically what should be done before everything else. Here are some of the items I’m trying to work in.
- Complete the motor mounts, then design a battery rack for the top of the motor
- Complete the front battery rack that incorporates a mount for the power steering motor
- Measure amp draw from headlights, wipers, etc. to size DC-DC convertor
- Finalize battery layout to determine cable lengths, cut and crimp
Hopefully the mounts will be completed this weekend. My wife had a good idea for a brace that would encircle the motor – a clamp like those used on hoses, just much bigger. After a little looking there is a company that allows you to design a clamp any size needed. If I use the company and it works out I’ll post more info on that.
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