About those cutouts in the rear: Maybe cut a little bit more generously, so that you can have simple geometric shapes for the replacment floor pan sheets you will be fabricating. Ideally do it symetrically, so you can use the same part left and right. That will streamline your rpcess, make it more economical and if you ever get to do another 300ZX you will have simple templates to re-use!
Agreed, also a 2 post lift (not a storage 4 post) and a oscillating multi tool with metal blades can go a long way into making you more efficient! I know when i don't have the right tools, i feel less confident and motivated. Please share more how the scans work, its a game changer.
WOW, nice work on the Nissan. This is almost seeing the same work up for the Porsche engine mounts, but with more space to allow the mounting fabrication to progress faster (if that is possible).
Dual motor is the way to go. People wrongly assume that you are using twice the power. It takes the same amount of wattage to move x amount of weight. The motors are sharing the load. You get twice the torque. You effectively one larger motor with half the resistance. The only way it eats more power is because you have 2 3 phase inverters running instead of one. Unless you are going crazy slow or are stuck in traffic 2 motors is going to be more efficient. Google copper losses for non-believers. Adding motors and raising voltages are 2 things that will greatly improve performance. People coming from gas engines think there I juthung to learn and you just throw motors in and give it power. There a whole world of tuning and modifications you can do. If you understand how everything works together. Being a little bit of a mad scientist helps so you gotta learn some stuff if you want to do things right. The controllers on these things can be a little overwhelming. If you're lucky you get directions in English. The same concepts apply no matter what brand you get or what they have decided to call a feature. Learn the concepts and what works and you can apply it to every build. Everything I build has at least 2 motors. Be ready for the torque.
2 motors are measurably less efficient overall than one motor, look at range estimates of single motor EVs vs their dual or tri-motor versions. You're dealing with the losses of 2 inverters, 2 gearboxes so double the powertrain losses, and the added weight of an additional motor, gearbox, inverter, and cabling. It's never as simple as "two motors always better." There are pros and cons to everything. In this case you lose efficiency and range, and increase cost and weight. You gain torque and traction.
@@boomers_pb also...what gearboxes? 2 motors you just run direct drive unless your doing AWD. Well depending on motor type. But honestly if you want AWD you should do 4 smaller motors and use the myriad of settings in the controllers to control traction. This can usually be done via CAN bus.
I know others have suggested simplicity for the patch but forming a patch matching the motors geometry and welding that in would look factory and be so much more satisfying even though it’d probably be a bit more difficult…. I’m not the one working on the project though. Honestly with your past attention to detail, ingenuity and meticulous work I wouldn’t be surprised if you found a way that’s relatively easy even though that metal seems to be a pretty thick gauge.
I enjoy watching your videos cant wait to see more on the truck. Im looking at putting the s subframe under my elcamino when I get to the swap. Watching these subframe videos gives me alot of information.
Methinks you should have used some dry ice to remove all that sound insulation under the rear seat prior to chopping the metal up. The solid floor could hold the dry ice as a basin while chipping off the insulation.
Super cool video I would love it if you showed us around the modelling in 3d space a little more possibly in an upcoming video? Keep up the great content!
Just throwing this out there, but the Z32 300ZX shares its front geometry with an R32 Skyline GTR. If you installed front hubs from a GTR into the Z32, you would have the ability to install front drive axles without redesigning or changing the entire front suspension. Mount the tesla drive unit, get custom axles made. Much simpler solution.
@@electricsupercar You got it. It's way beyond this at this point, but for other folks watching, the 2+0 seater 300ZX has the fuel tank in front of the rear subframe instead of behind, so the floor probably wouldn't need to be cut at all.
That was a HUGE leap in scope for the Nissan Z! Even though this means a LOT more work, it should result in a more balanced, better performing sports car.
Fantastic amount of progress, especially considering your delays to sort out the hacking thing. Are you going to be able to keep the rear seats and make this thing look stock in the end? That would be pretty awesome. Nobody would expect an AWD EV conversion when they see a 90s 300ZX on the road.
I see you have the harbor freight bleeding down cherry picker issue. There are aftermarket rams of higher quality you can swap that will keep you from slowly dropping an engine on you. Highly recommended.
Boy, it really seems like you need to switch to a good two-post lift. It would be a lot easier to remove and install subframes, drive motors, and the like.
Ever consider doing a full chassis swap? it would be cool to see a customer vehicle shell dropped on a full tesla frame/seats/chassis/etc (a la Plaidyssey)
Ewww, you are using the 2+2 300ZX. Can you not find a 2 Seat only car for this? But I am loving this as I see this as the future for us car guys that no longer care about ICE. I am ready to convert my Miata and have thought about trying a AWD setup.
Is it really a 300zx any more? I mean it’s lost its Nissan suspension, it’s a Tesla 3 with a Nis body. IDK if the Tesla suspension is as good as the original, for what the owner wants. For cruising mostly, or any autocross ? Whatever he wants, but just kinda saying.
I'm really debating on finding investors to invest in my new car company called, "KISS CARS!" Keep It Simple Silly.... cars and the heck with all these complicated electronics and fancy gadgetry thats driving up the costs of modern days automotive products.
Dry ice would help remove all that sound deadener cleanly, I've seen 2 other youtubers use it over the last couple weeks, works really well.. Glad to see a dual motor also, that is gonna be a blast!
I think it would be easier to become a doctor these days than a automotive mechanic. At least the human body doesn't change except for no hair or grey hair! Somebody's gonna need hair color to cover the greying effects from overloading the brain circuitry too soon!
I recommended you going through some car guys yputube channels and see the thumbnails. you just made it worse with this one. Its hoooorrible. with the facefilter. jesus. as if you would wish the youtube channel would not get clicks.
Fantastic stuff, one day when I'm older I hope to watch these again while I do my own electric project car
You should!
Oh my god what is that face filter on the thumbnail hahaha
Filter? Dont think so
Natural beauty
That's just Jeremy. Idk what you mean... lol
Lol it's awful
About those cutouts in the rear: Maybe cut a little bit more generously, so that you can have simple geometric shapes for the replacment floor pan sheets you will be fabricating. Ideally do it symetrically, so you can use the same part left and right.
That will streamline your rpcess, make it more economical and if you ever get to do another 300ZX you will have simple templates to re-use!
Good call!
Agreed, also a 2 post lift (not a storage 4 post) and a oscillating multi tool with metal blades can go a long way into making you more efficient! I know when i don't have the right tools, i feel less confident and motivated. Please share more how the scans work, its a game changer.
WOW, nice work on the Nissan. This is almost seeing the same work up for the Porsche engine mounts, but with more space to allow the mounting fabrication to progress faster (if that is possible).
"...clear a little bit more right here..." - Where did the floor under the back seat go? 🤣
Rarely do i find an ad useful. But the led w/o hyperflash or extra wiring is a great idea
Congratulations on getting control of your channel again.
Great video! I always look forward to you posting!
As a model 3 performance driver, genuinely thrilled to see this project come to life!
I came here to see more of your epic projects... I definitely wasn't expecting you to flash me. ;)
Great job! Can't wait to see the Nissan done!
Dual motor is the way to go. People wrongly assume that you are using twice the power. It takes the same amount of wattage to move x amount of weight. The motors are sharing the load. You get twice the torque. You effectively one larger motor with half the resistance. The only way it eats more power is because you have 2 3 phase inverters running instead of one. Unless you are going crazy slow or are stuck in traffic 2 motors is going to be more efficient. Google copper losses for non-believers.
Adding motors and raising voltages are 2 things that will greatly improve performance.
People coming from gas engines think there I juthung to learn and you just throw motors in and give it power. There a whole world of tuning and modifications you can do. If you understand how everything works together. Being a little bit of a mad scientist helps so you gotta learn some stuff if you want to do things right. The controllers on these things can be a little overwhelming. If you're lucky you get directions in English. The same concepts apply no matter what brand you get or what they have decided to call a feature. Learn the concepts and what works and you can apply it to every build.
Everything I build has at least 2 motors. Be ready for the torque.
@@zentechnician I think the only downside is space / mechanical complexity or the swap. Maybe weight could be a consideration as well.
2 motors are measurably less efficient overall than one motor, look at range estimates of single motor EVs vs their dual or tri-motor versions. You're dealing with the losses of 2 inverters, 2 gearboxes so double the powertrain losses, and the added weight of an additional motor, gearbox, inverter, and cabling. It's never as simple as "two motors always better." There are pros and cons to everything. In this case you lose efficiency and range, and increase cost and weight. You gain torque and traction.
@boomers_pb Someone didn't Google copper losses.
@@boomers_pb also...what gearboxes? 2 motors you just run direct drive unless your doing AWD. Well depending on motor type. But honestly if you want AWD you should do 4 smaller motors and use the myriad of settings in the controllers to control traction. This can usually be done via CAN bus.
I know others have suggested simplicity for the patch but forming a patch matching the motors geometry and welding that in would look factory and be so much more satisfying even though it’d probably be a bit more difficult…. I’m not the one working on the project though. Honestly with your past attention to detail, ingenuity and meticulous work I wouldn’t be surprised if you found a way that’s relatively easy even though that metal seems to be a pretty thick gauge.
Great work! You should get everything dry ice blasted. Clean is always easier to rebuild!
Agree!
Wow - great work! looking forward to developments on this project!
I enjoy watching your videos cant wait to see more on the truck. Im looking at putting the s subframe under my elcamino when I get to the swap. Watching these subframe videos gives me alot of information.
Methinks you should have used some dry ice to remove all that sound insulation under the rear seat prior to chopping the metal up. The solid floor could hold the dry ice as a basin while chipping off the insulation.
Super cool video I would love it if you showed us around the modelling in 3d space a little more possibly in an upcoming video? Keep up the great content!
Been waiting for you to get back to the z
Question: Isn't the frame integrity compromised when you cut it? BTW, looking amazing!
Now that’s just cool
Just sitting watching with a fresh cupper ☕️
Fresh cuppa tea! Well actually it’s a London fog… lol😂
Just throwing this out there, but the Z32 300ZX shares its front geometry with an R32 Skyline GTR. If you installed front hubs from a GTR into the Z32, you would have the ability to install front drive axles without redesigning or changing the entire front suspension. Mount the tesla drive unit, get custom axles made. Much simpler solution.
@@GSRSteve thanks for the info!
@@electricsupercar You got it. It's way beyond this at this point, but for other folks watching, the 2+0 seater 300ZX has the fuel tank in front of the rear subframe instead of behind, so the floor probably wouldn't need to be cut at all.
That was a HUGE leap in scope for the Nissan Z! Even though this means a LOT more work, it should result in a more balanced, better performing sports car.
That's the plan!
Great video! Looking forward to dual motor if you go that route.
Thanks, it’s in the works!
Fantastic amount of progress, especially considering your delays to sort out the hacking thing.
Are you going to be able to keep the rear seats and make this thing look stock in the end? That would be pretty awesome. Nobody would expect an AWD EV conversion when they see a 90s 300ZX on the road.
Awesome 😎😎😎
You are awesome 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Best wishes 🎉🎉🎉
Keep it up 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
I agree!
I see you have the harbor freight bleeding down cherry picker issue. There are aftermarket rams of higher quality you can swap that will keep you from slowly dropping an engine on you. Highly recommended.
Trucks seem so much easier to convert.
Have you been thinking of a full tesla swap to get the self driving. I bet that would bring in the viewers.
Boy, it really seems like you need to switch to a good two-post lift. It would be a lot easier to remove and install subframes, drive motors, and the like.
The arrangement he has looks downright dangerous. He could use some proper jacks for the 4 post lift.
Ever consider doing a full chassis swap? it would be cool to see a customer vehicle shell dropped on a full tesla frame/seats/chassis/etc (a la Plaidyssey)
have you seen what they did recently ??
Look how they massacred my boy
Is there room to support a large enough battery to do any cruising?
Look! It's a Nissan Model 3... Hundred ZX!
Is that the Motoos engine hoist from Amazon? Looks like it's lowering itself in the timelapse.
Ewww, you are using the 2+2 300ZX. Can you not find a 2 Seat only car for this? But I am loving this as I see this as the future for us car guys that no longer care about ICE. I am ready to convert my Miata and have thought about trying a AWD setup.
Time for a new cherry picker. That one is dead, Jim.
Thats what she said @10:49 XD
What's the difference (size/hp) between model3 drive unit vs models/x front drive units
Man you'd have a much easier time with one of those two-post car lifts than what you have currently. Your current setup seems sketchy sometimes.
You ain't scared of nothing
wheres the battery going though?
👍💪✌
make it 10000hp I want that thing to open a portal when it reaches peak speed
LOL!
Outrun the competition by ripping a hole in the road.
When this baby hits 888mph, you're gonna see some shit.
algo
Hi. Safety Sally here. If you message me a PO Box, I will send you a pair of safety glasses.
Are you selling the 3d scan files? I bet there would be interest!
Sure
Is it really a 300zx any more? I mean it’s lost its Nissan suspension, it’s a Tesla 3 with a Nis body. IDK if the Tesla suspension is as good as the original, for what the owner wants. For cruising mostly, or any autocross ? Whatever he wants, but just kinda saying.
I'm really debating on finding investors to invest in my new car company called, "KISS CARS!"
Keep It Simple Silly.... cars and the heck with all these complicated electronics and fancy gadgetry thats driving up the costs of modern days automotive products.
Dry ice would help remove all that sound deadener cleanly, I've seen 2 other youtubers use it over the last couple weeks, works really well..
Glad to see a dual motor also, that is gonna be a blast!
Your a one man band
I think it would be easier to become a doctor these days than a automotive mechanic. At least the human body doesn't change except for no hair or grey hair!
Somebody's gonna need hair color to cover the greying effects from overloading the brain circuitry too soon!
What in the AI tarnation is up with that thumbnail image?
What’s up with the hideous thumbnail???
I recommended you going through some car guys yputube channels and see the thumbnails.
you just made it worse with this one.
Its hoooorrible. with the facefilter. jesus. as if you would wish the youtube channel would not get clicks.