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LOOKING TO CONVERT your classic car to an EV? Or maybe you just want to give your modern e-ride a little extra style? Either way, we have the top 15 components and accessories you need to make it happen.
1 AEM VCU300
AEM EV’s VCU300 stands as the ultimate solution for highperformance EV street conversions and motorsports. It bridges the gap with custom torque strategies adaptable to diverse EV setups, unifying tuning via a customizable interface. Built on dependable OEM hardware, VCU300 ensures top-tier reliability and safety for programmers and users alike. Managing up to four inverter/motor systems and three CANbus networks, it suits both direct and indirect-drive EV configurations. Key functions include input characterization, safety redundancy, high voltage component sequencing, CAN message translation, dynamic torque management, and comprehensive accessory control. AEM EV’s VCU300 sets the benchmark for EV control with unmatched precision. It’s the perfect solution to your build!
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2 Cascadia Motion IDM-190 Motor Package
The Cascadia Drive Unit is a robust EV powertrain featuring a CM200 inverter and BorgWarner eDM motor/transmission combo. Delivering an incredible 4140Nm or 3,053 lb-ft of torque thanks to a 8.28:1 gearbox ratio, it is ideal for transverse-mounted drivelines. It is equipped with a standard parking lock and a water pump. Key features are 480 Vdc max voltage (with CM200 DX inverter), Wavetrac limited slip diff, integrated parking lock, 8.28:1 gearbox ratio, and a water-cooled motor for compactness. The spec sheet is also remarkable: motor peak torque 500 Nm (368 lb-ft), peak power 225 kW, peak current 730 amps, max system voltage 480 VDC, and maximum speed 12,000 rpm. Last, the combined efficiency peaks at 95%.