I’m currently watching back old episodes of Vintage Voltage and I must say I have a greater appreciation for the work Mogy and the team does with these classic 👏
OK IF YOU JUST WANT TO GO ON SHORT DISTANCE. AND THATS IT . THAY NEVER EVER SHOW HOW FAR THAT CRAP WILL GO WITH 4 PEOPLE AT NIGHT AND WITH THE HEATING AND ALL THE LIGHTS ON AND LOADED UP WITH LUGGAGE. ALL YOU GET IS A 5 MIN DRIVE PRAISING HOW GOOD IT IS . LETS SEE ONE ELECTRIC AND ONE PETROL OR DIESEL . GO FROM CORNWALL TO SCOTLAND. BUT THAY WONT DO THAT BECAUSE THAT WILL SHOW HOW USELESS ELECTRIC CARS ARE . THATS A FACT THAY WONT ADMIT
A simpler way to do the 400V to Sine wave AC conversion: Use an off the shelf Variable Frequency Drive (VFD). Takes 400VCD in and produces any desired AC output including 3 phase AC. Look in any catalog of VFD drives. There is no need to convert to 12VDC.
5:30 Maybe you could encapsule the compressor a bit with noise canceling material, like a jacket, similar what Tesla does now around. Or a kind of closed rubber housing out of 10 mm textile reinforced rubber or so. Just some ideas.
I saw an interceptor convertible a week ago, just parked outside a hardware store. Never seen a convertible before. Looked like it needed some TLC, which of course a car like that deserves.
Giving new and different life to those beautiful works of art is what you are doing and you are doing it well! Keep up the awesome work and sharing please.
I really admire the work that you guys do to convert these classic cars into very usable modern electric vehicles. The installations are works of engineering masterpieces. The Jensen Interceptor in that colour is sensational, and with an electric powertrain will be sensational. I also like the Porsche 356, so understated, but amazing performance in EV conversion. Great video Richard, showing the diversity and abilities of ECC. 👍🏴😎
Jensen Interceptor! I was waiting for this. 👍😁 My neighbor had one for years. He was always working on it... Such a great looking car. BTW. In the US we call that type of axle a swing axle.
My favourite? The Jensen Interceptor just pips the Aston, one reason ('coz I love puns) - the RAF's interceptor around then was the English *Electric* Lightning. ;)
Love the colour of that Jensen, beautiful car ,spotless interior too. Brave owner to want to covert it to electric but I look forward to seeing the finished article.
Yeah, you can see it pretty plainly at the beginning of the video as well as around 3:09. I remember Richard saying he really hated how the Countach handled when discussing Lamborghini in one of his other videos. I believe that was with the IC engine in it though. I don't know if he has an EC conversion done or not. Since we see it up on the shelf I would say maybe not. I think his biggest gripe was weight distribution, correct me if I'm misremembering. 🤔 EDIT: Ah found it! Teslarossa Part 1 at about 9 minutes 48 seconds. th-cam.com/video/BMdwDUfTXlU/w-d-xo.html
Jensen interceptor, saw first one in AUSTIN, TEXAS back in about 1988. Monster Chrysler engine in it, very awesome looking car. owned by Tech worker at TRACOR Aerospace, they made military Drones back in old days.
That Merc rear axle is also a "swing axle" like the Beetle only slightly more sophisticated if I remember right - seem to remember an extra coil spring in there. I am referring to early Mercs and beetles - before they changed to the "constant camber" suspensions at the rear.
Porsche 356B all the way! I put that same engine into my Jeans Beetle the night before I got married and gave the car it’s first run to ST Ives in Cornwall (our honeymoon). I’m lucky enough to have driven many 356’s including an original Speedster, so looking forward to the conversation!!
@ 1 minuet :20 When Richard was talking about the Jensen's engine. I thought he was going to say they are going to put two Tesla motors in the Jensen, to make it 4 wheel drive! 😀
31:16 You're putting an AC condenser and a heater core into the Testarossa airbox. Wouldn't it be more efficient for space and battery to heat the car with the AC run in reverse as a heat-pump and leave out the heater element?
Hi guys , The Jensen is "Gorgeous"!! Always liked them , even as a kid and not really a car guy , but they remind me of the Thunderbirds?? Timeless styling and the interior rocks . Can't wait to see it finished and show up some of the rubbish designed today. Love your work gentlemen. Cheers from Down under. Gregg.
Funny..... “”I always had a soft spot for these cars....i don’t know why”” Everyone with even the modest amount of taste knows why. No need to sell yourself short. And especially this one looks AMAZING 💪😍🙏🏽❤️
I have a great admiration for your engineering skills and entertaining content. However, it nearly brought tears to my eyes when I saw the magnificent Porsche 356 and the Ferraris today. I think you should have mandatory counselling for these clients before they make these decisions on important and beautiful cars. These are pieces of history. Even if the owners keep all the redundant parts, they will never be returned to their former condition.
I wonder if the shop uses components outside Tesla? I guess you have the software worked out so you do not need other software tuned. My favorite is Jensen hands down. It is not the most beautiful but also practical liftback apart from most practical Derender having a brick beaty look. All others are pure stunning toys. If I were to chose a personal conversion then it would be a Studebaker station wagon/estate from late 50ties or a Citroen DS Break with swiveling headlights.
Can’t wait to see the intercepter done , just love them cars 👍 can we have a question & answers again as I would love to know about things like MOT, classic car insurance & Car Tax , as my Capri still needs all these . Cheers 👍
When you are taking DC to AC its called an Inverter:-) same as in solar systems. My favourite has to be the beetle 1956 oval but the Baha one is awesome and really the Porsche 356……. Yeah just too many nice cars!!!
The 356 is very nice...I do like the Beatles and Fiats too...If I had to pick, it has to be that 356. It is simply an all time classic. Thank you for all of your work and sharing your adventure in life with us. It is simply a treat to see these conversions!
Jensen so pretty and that color is amazing. The long low wide GT hatches were amazing. When I Win The Lottery I'm going to have an Interceptor and a Lambo Espada as daily drivers.
But it has a heart and soul which sounds amazing unlike a electric car .sorry if you want a electric car buy a new one and please leave to the classic Ferraris and Jensons etc alone
@@bmwman1981 Ideally I'd have one electric and one original (or perhaps an FF). Another issues with the Interceptor that I found difficult to live with was the ground clearance - not needing an exhaust system would be another win.
Ferrari 308 (my favorite car) with two x Tesla plaid motors = what I want in a few years once battery technology gets slightly better... Thank you guys, you make the world a better place !!
Yes it would give it the performance those beautiful looks deserve but at the cost of losing that amazing flat plane crankshaft sound might just be too expensive?
VW Beetles have torsion bar suspension so they can be raised or lowered by removing the torsion bar and carefully turning one spline either direction to get the required ride height. It should easily be able to handle two hundred kilos in the rear seat area for the battery pack.
Tony Jacklin, the Golfer - I remember reading a review in the AA Magazine and Jacklin made a comment about the effortless nature that it would go from 0-140mph... georgous iconic looks...
I love your workshop walk around videos Richard. Everything you guys do is top notch quality. I would definitely choose the Porsche 356B, it is a gorgeous car. The Porsche 356b isn't the fastest or best handling, but it's probably my all-time favorite Porsche (the one in my dreams is always a black 2000 GS Carrera Cabriolet). Thank you for another great video.🏴👍🏻
How can you choose a favourite there? 356 is stunning Jenson is beautiful Teslarossa such a statement and top it with a classic Aston. One of each please.
On the VW camper will you still use the EHU for slow charging the van and powering the fridge, hot fan heater and internal lighting when on a camp site ?
I’m named after Jensen. Someday I will get one! CANADIAN SUPERMAN APPROVES
Engineering Explained has done a very good video talking about that too 😉
My favourite has to be the Jenson.
OH ,nice car the JENSON , money no object , one of each please . A very interesting video . Thank for the walk round .😉👍👍
Glad you enjoyed it.👍
I always liked the way the Jensen looks. That rear glass is huge! Its good to see you have plenty of cars in the pipeline. A variety of cars too!
Check harry’s garage and the jenson he drove..epic
Just dont ever break one..the glass or the Jensen 😬...👍😎😳🧐😉
Reminds me of the studebaker Avanti circa 1962
That amazing Jensen!!!
Wow that Jensen looks mint. Cool looking car.
Jensen, what a classic, hey?
Loving that Jensen, what a great colour
I've always liked the Interceptors too, Richard. That one is a peach!
That Jensen is a beautiful car, never seen 1 in the US
I’m currently watching back old episodes of Vintage Voltage and I must say I have a greater appreciation for the work Mogy and the team does with these classic 👏
OK IF YOU JUST WANT TO GO ON SHORT DISTANCE. AND THATS IT . THAY NEVER EVER SHOW HOW FAR THAT CRAP WILL GO WITH 4 PEOPLE AT NIGHT AND WITH THE HEATING AND ALL THE LIGHTS ON AND LOADED UP WITH LUGGAGE. ALL YOU GET IS A 5 MIN DRIVE PRAISING HOW GOOD IT IS . LETS SEE ONE ELECTRIC AND ONE PETROL OR DIESEL . GO FROM CORNWALL TO SCOTLAND. BUT THAY WONT DO THAT BECAUSE THAT WILL SHOW HOW USELESS ELECTRIC CARS ARE . THATS A FACT THAY WONT ADMIT
Nice walkaround. My favourite[s]? The little FIAT 500s.
Great choice 👍😀
My favourite?
Has to be The Jensen Interceptor Mk E.
So pleased to see the Jenson Interceptor. Looking forward to seeing it progress and road tested.
Love the Jennie. Got to have one. Keep it up. When I get one I'll be bring it to you to work you magic.
A simpler way to do the 400V to Sine wave AC conversion: Use an off the shelf Variable Frequency Drive (VFD). Takes 400VCD in and produces any desired AC output including 3 phase AC. Look in any catalog of VFD drives. There is no need to convert to 12VDC.
5:30 Maybe you could encapsule the compressor a bit with noise canceling material, like a jacket, similar what Tesla does now around. Or a kind of closed rubber housing out of 10 mm textile reinforced rubber or so. Just some ideas.
It’s the Interceptor for me - great looking car and by the looks of it in excellent condition
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I saw an interceptor convertible a week ago, just parked outside a hardware store. Never seen a convertible before. Looked like it needed some TLC, which of course a car like that deserves.
Giving new and different life to those beautiful works of art is what you are doing and you are doing it well! Keep up the awesome work and sharing please.
Thanks 👍😀
I really admire the work that you guys do to convert these classic cars into very usable modern electric vehicles. The installations are works of engineering masterpieces. The Jensen Interceptor in that colour is sensational, and with an electric powertrain will be sensational. I also like the Porsche 356, so understated, but amazing performance in EV conversion. Great video Richard, showing the diversity and abilities of ECC. 👍🏴😎
the conversation will probably pay for its self in the first 100 miles (jenson) with the price of petrol
I love this!!
Best car name in the game no doubt. JENSEN INTERCEPTOR! What a lovely shape! What a car!
I agree 👍😀
Great video thanks. Amazing work you are doing.
No word on the Lamborghini Countach shell on the rack? :D Very interested to see the Aston Martin V8 (E8?) once it's done!
Oh Nice! Where do I get one of those 400v DC to 240V AC inverters! Gimme!😁
The backend of that Baja Beatle is top notch work! Well done guys.
Jensen Interceptor! I was waiting for this. 👍😁 My neighbor had one for years. He was always working on it... Such a great looking car.
BTW. In the US we call that type of axle a swing axle.
The Jensen is a really cool car. But I have a soft spot for that old Porsche, beautiful car!
Would love to hear your comments on 1st gen Saab 900/99. There are lots of them reasonably priced. Norman NJ.
Made in Kelvin Way West Bromwich. A old neighbour of my parents made the wiring loom for EVERY Interceptor Jensen made.
No question, my favourite is without doubt the Interceptor. Great tour by the way!!
Fantastic update video, reminds me of when Jay Leno does his garage updates!
I wish I had his money, or his garage. 😆😉👍
@@ElectricClassicCars Don't we all!
@@ElectricClassicCars Love what you guys are doing and hope one day to buy a kit, when you get to that point! Best wishes from Tokyo.
I have a (1950's MG-TD) VW kit car, just waiting for your VW to EV conversion kit!
The Jensen looks fantastic. Have you done a mkII Micra yet..?
My favourite? The Jensen Interceptor just pips the Aston, one reason ('coz I love puns) - the RAF's interceptor around then was the English *Electric* Lightning. ;)
Amazing aircraft, could point the nose vertical and accelerate past the speed of sound going straight up, and onto Mach 2.
Love the colour of that Jensen, beautiful car ,spotless interior too. Brave owner to want to covert it to electric but I look forward to seeing the finished article.
I love how there's an entire Countach body just casually hanging out up on a shelf. 🤣
Yeah, you can see it pretty plainly at the beginning of the video as well as around 3:09. I remember Richard saying he really hated how the Countach handled when discussing Lamborghini in one of his other videos. I believe that was with the IC engine in it though. I don't know if he has an EC conversion done or not. Since we see it up on the shelf I would say maybe not. I think his biggest gripe was weight distribution, correct me if I'm misremembering. 🤔
EDIT: Ah found it! Teslarossa Part 1 at about 9 minutes 48 seconds. th-cam.com/video/BMdwDUfTXlU/w-d-xo.html
Fibreglass replica kit car, not a Countach.
@@johnt.848 indeed
Aston Martin v8 for me. Would love to see full Indepth video of the build on the Mercedes-Benz 190 sl with the zonic 180 motor
I've been wanting to do a 1967 impala
Do it. 😁👍
Jensen interceptor, saw first one in AUSTIN, TEXAS back in about 1988. Monster Chrysler engine in it, very awesome looking car. owned by Tech worker at TRACOR Aerospace, they made military Drones back in old days.
Expensive cars 👍
Great show round..impressed with that bit of inverter kit for the syncro, and the weight it's saving!
Thanks 👍😀
Love them all. WOW!
That Merc rear axle is also a "swing axle" like the Beetle only slightly more sophisticated if I remember right - seem to remember an extra coil spring in there. I am referring to early Mercs and beetles - before they changed to the "constant camber" suspensions at the rear.
I'm designing my power train similar to yours but mine is mounted in the rear using the yokes directly to the transaxls
I love your work man
Porsche 356B all the way! I put that same engine into my Jeans Beetle the night before I got married and gave the car it’s first run to ST Ives in Cornwall (our honeymoon). I’m lucky enough to have driven many 356’s including an original Speedster, so looking forward to the conversation!!
My Beetle was '73, but I've always wanted '72 with the eyelid headlights..
Brilliant walk through. Thanks
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still waiting for a SAAB 900 classic to enter the workshop...
@ 1 minuet :20 When Richard was talking about the Jensen's engine.
I thought he was going to say they are going to put two Tesla motors in the Jensen, to make it 4 wheel drive!
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I like the very last one you showed us. That old Porsche is a beauty. 👍
The bodywork on the 190SL is nasty.
Thane for the show. Love it.
31:16 You're putting an AC condenser and a heater core into the Testarossa airbox.
Wouldn't it be more efficient for space and battery to heat the car with the AC run in reverse as a heat-pump and leave out the heater element?
Hi guys ,
The Jensen is "Gorgeous"!! Always liked them , even as a kid and not really a car guy , but they remind me of the Thunderbirds?? Timeless styling and the interior rocks . Can't wait to see it finished and show up some of the rubbish designed today. Love your work gentlemen.
Cheers from Down under.
Gregg.
you should do a video just on ac controllers and motor. will any controller work with any ac motor, long as it has a reference to position
Funny.....
“”I always had a soft spot for these cars....i don’t know why””
Everyone with even the modest amount of taste knows why.
No need to sell yourself short.
And especially this one looks AMAZING 💪😍🙏🏽❤️
Beatiful jensen
you got cracking cars in there
I have a great admiration for your engineering skills and entertaining content. However, it nearly brought tears to my eyes when I saw the magnificent Porsche 356 and the Ferraris today. I think you should have mandatory counselling for these clients before they make these decisions on important and beautiful cars. These are pieces of history. Even if the owners keep all the redundant parts, they will never be returned to their former condition.
We consider your point in our next episode. Watch this space 👍😀
I love the green of the Jensen! Look forward to that engineering feat! I love all things electric Porsche so pulling for you to get to flip the 356 B!
I wonder if the shop uses components outside Tesla? I guess you have the software worked out so you do not need other software tuned.
My favorite is Jensen hands down. It is not the most beautiful but also practical liftback apart from most practical Derender having a brick beaty look. All others are pure stunning toys.
If I were to chose a personal conversion then it would be a Studebaker station wagon/estate from late 50ties or a Citroen DS Break with swiveling headlights.
We only use Tesla components in about 30% of our builds. 👍
Can’t wait to see the intercepter done , just love them cars 👍 can we have a question & answers again as I would love to know about things like MOT, classic car insurance & Car Tax , as my Capri still needs all these . Cheers 👍
Good idea, about time we did another Q and A 👍😀
Good idea. Time for another Q&A. 👍👍👍
When you are taking DC to AC its called an Inverter:-) same as in solar systems. My favourite has to be the beetle 1956 oval but the Baha one is awesome and really the Porsche 356……. Yeah just too many nice cars!!!
My dreamcar is an EV-converted SAAB 92B, i hope i will be able to make that happen someday :)
The 356 is very nice...I do like the Beatles and Fiats too...If I had to pick, it has to be that 356. It is simply an all time classic. Thank you for all of your work and sharing your adventure in life with us. It is simply a treat to see these conversions!
Thanks 👍😀
@@spudproductions7606 was the Fiats also group in the 60’s? I know the “BeAtles” were
love it! My dad had an interceptor when I was a kid, it would make the perfect conversion
Jensen so pretty and that color is amazing. The long low wide GT hatches were amazing. When I Win The Lottery I'm going to have an Interceptor and a Lambo Espada as daily drivers.
You should convert a Manx SR sometime! I'm sure it would be a super fun car and a blast to drive!
Finally an Interceptor that doesn't overheat. And an end to 8mpg. 16:48 that's a swing axle in the 190SL.
But it has a heart and soul which sounds amazing unlike a electric car .sorry if you want a electric car buy a new one and please leave to the classic Ferraris and Jensons etc alone
@@bmwman1981 Ideally I'd have one electric and one original (or perhaps an FF). Another issues with the Interceptor that I found difficult to live with was the ground clearance - not needing an exhaust system would be another win.
Ferrari 308 (my favorite car) with two x Tesla plaid motors = what I want in a few years once battery technology gets slightly better... Thank you guys, you make the world a better place !!
Yes it would give it the performance those beautiful looks deserve but at the cost of losing that amazing flat plane crankshaft sound might just be too expensive?
VW Beetles have torsion bar suspension so they can be raised or lowered by removing the torsion bar and carefully turning one spline either direction to get the required ride height. It should easily be able to handle two hundred kilos in the rear seat area for the battery pack.
If I have to choose: Aston Martin
Love your work 👍
I like the look of all the cars in the workshop but the one I'm most interested in is the Synchro. Lovely project.
Agreed 😊
would like to see a little more of what’s involved in putting together those battery packs.. what bms do you use, cooling systems, etc
Tony Jacklin, the Golfer - I remember reading a review in the AA Magazine and Jacklin made a comment about the effortless nature that it would go from 0-140mph... georgous iconic looks...
have you thought about using the aptera wheel motors instead of just one in the front. so each wheel would have a motor.
Do you have any info on that 400-240 converter - make/model?
I'd like to know too, can't find it searching the Rivian
While I loved the Porsche and VW, I look forward to the Maserati conversion. Fantastic!
Last one, but not sure about doing that one. Maybe do the other one and leave this stunner?
The Mercedes 190SL rear axle is known as a Ponton Rear Axle. Keep up the great work guys!
Thanks 👍
I love your workshop walk around videos Richard. Everything you guys do is top notch quality.
I would definitely choose the Porsche 356B, it is a gorgeous car.
The Porsche 356b isn't the fastest or best handling, but it's probably my all-time favorite Porsche (the one in my dreams is always a black 2000 GS Carrera Cabriolet).
Thank you for another great video.🏴👍🏻
Thanks 👍😀
Outstanding, beautiful cars,great conversions, just fantastic👍😎
Thanks 👍😀
Can you tell us about that Countach looking car up on the racks?
With the Aston - are you running batteries along the trans tunnel as well?
How can you choose a favourite there?
356 is stunning
Jenson is beautiful
Teslarossa such a statement and top it with a classic Aston. One of each please.
On the VW camper will you still use the EHU for slow charging the van and powering the fridge, hot fan heater and internal lighting when on a camp site ?
Awesome work guys, looking forward to hopefully seeing these build’s on a new series of Vintage Voltage 🙌🙌
Hi, my favorit is the Jensen Intercepter, very beautiful car. And I like your videos.😃
Looking forward to seeing the Aston Martin up and running.
Can't choose. A 500 (Abarth maybe) would make a lovely ride with a Defender aside for the tough work.
The Jensen … How much battery can you cram in?
This was great, so exciting to see all the projects. One day please can you explain power vs torque on the different electric motors you use?
Isn't the rear suspension on the Mercedes roadster a swing axle?
Have you done a conversion on an MBB Roadster? I have a 1979 MGB Roadster that I would really like to convert to Electric drive.
What Interceptor? I could only see a Countach body. OMG, A COUNTACH!
(Nice tour!)
Spotted a Countach shell on the top shelf of your racking system. What happening with that?
nice .
31:28 That Porsche is STUNNING! and I'm not a Porsche fan.
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Awesome video, would you mind sharing the brand of the vw Syncro 240v inverter you got as im interested to purchase some, thanks
Great work Gents👍🏻
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