2 The MINI-ME Electric Mini Cooper Clubman EV Conversion - Introduction

Introduction to the 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman - our next EV conversion project. This series will show each step to convert the Mini Cooper to a modern AC induction drive system with full regenerative braking, functioning air conditioning and heat, and all the modern conveniences expected in a high technology 2009 model.

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Autos & Vehicles

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• MiniME

[SrpskaCCCC]

Wonderful Car! Im just wondering, is that your vehicle?

[marionrickard]

Well, uh, er, yes. What would a second option look like? I had to buy it to convert it.

[saw4fire]

I love that you're lowering the center of gravity by putting the batteries so low. What I'm concerned about is that you're shifting the cg so far back, and adding so much weight. You're definitely going to need to do some work to the rear suspension (stiffer springs and heavier shocks, aka struts).

[marionrickard]

Quite likely. Most of the battery weight will be under the rear seat, which is actually pretty well placed between the wheels. We will have about 225 lbs of batteries in the spare tire area, which indeed is rather far aft.

We already have the sport suspension. But it is quite likely we will need some stiffer springs in the rear.

Jack

[TheKevin34162]

love the shoes man matches the car

[MattNYfutbol]

awesome car

[candidcomment]

Matching shoes!Gotta Luv that , hahahaha

[malgacho]

I love how his crocs match his MINI, so fashionable.

[atgmam]

I am curious to see how the motor will mount to the transaxle.

Great videos, very informative.

[SOARESDACOSTA]

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