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I'm using a household heater in the car to pre-heat the vehicle from wall power. You can read about that at: http://300mpg.org/projects/ele
Having the motor directly connected to the transmission works fine. To slow down, I take my foot off the accelerator and gently apply it to the brake pedal. This car is using a series-wound DC motor. Those do not make especially good generators. You would pretty much have to downshift to get the motor speed up high enough to generate a charging current. You would also need a motor controller that supports regenerative braking. Mine does not. For a simple DC electric car conversion, it really isn't worth it to design regenerative brakes.
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Hey Guys, when you mention "this project", ya gotta say which one! I have WAY too many projects, but they are all good fun, affordable, and eco-friendly.
On the bio-diesel truck project, I now have the Chevy transmission, the Mercedes manual tranny flywheel, a custom clutch disc, a Mercedes clutch cover, and the Mercedes engine. The next step is to put them all together and measure to see what I need to make for an adapter plate.
For the ReVolt PropEL hybrid booster pack, I am waiting on a propane regulator and solenoid to make the fuel intake for the generator work.
Recently, I have been driving the Electro-Metro more than the pickup truck. The Metro gets more trips, and the truck gets more miles.
good luck :D
Your a true Patriot sir.