What do you think is going to happen to the old batteries he is no longer using? You think the way we "recycle" things like that from a global aspect, i.e how we ship it across oceans to be stripped and and sorted in the MOST cost effective manor in nations with minimal pollution standards. Now times that by... Hundreds of thousands? Millions? Is going to be "good" or even better for the world? What a joke, you've been fooled.
So now... all you need is that preparation for "in case of emergency"... so hide a couple of solar panels somewhere so if you are in the middle of nowhere, you can EVENTUALLY get your batteries charged up. I guess one of those Jackery or Eco-Flow systems would work just as well... but it won't be fast -that's for sure. This was very well done the first time... but it just goes to show how quickly tech becomes obsolete so major improvements can be made. Very nice! I hope the owner is well pleased....
Dave you dont have to justify why you are electrified your merc. It’s great seeing the progression and how you are fixing things that you weren’t wholly happy with in its first iliteration
Hey Dave, anybody ever tell you that you sound a lot like Mr. Rogers?? If I close my eyes and just listen, it’s almost spooky! It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood!
Awesome project Dave. Always something to overcome but we know you got this. I hate that you feel you had to address all the nay sayers; what you're doing is different and that's always going to get attention. When you plugged that car into the charger at the shop and that smile came on your face, that's the only reason you need to keep doing what you're doing. What do you think people thought when Barris or Winfield built their first custom cars? Do you my friend and we will keep watching.
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You dont need to justify why you did the swap to your own car. It's yours and thats a good enough answer for the haters. Awesome build
Well said.
Other people can go buy their own car and restore it to factory if they want.
Nice one @Big-Wonka
It’s also faster and cheaper than a gas or diesel power train and almost entirely maintenance free. This one also looks great imo 😊
I think this should be done to ALL non-perfomance classic cars. Keep these beauties on the road without the mechanical issues and pollution.
It's already being done, there are people specialising in that.
What do you think is going to happen to the old batteries he is no longer using? You think the way we "recycle" things like that from a global aspect, i.e how we ship it across oceans to be stripped and and sorted in the MOST cost effective manor in nations with minimal pollution standards. Now times that by... Hundreds of thousands? Millions? Is going to be "good" or even better for the world? What a joke, you've been fooled.
I'm not at all an EV fan however it's things like this that got me changing my mind. This build is sick and the car looks so good!! Excellent work!!
Stick to gas, more electricity for us
That’s the future of engine swaps man, good job!
Swapping regular cars to EV is really cool. I always wanted to add an electric motor to the rear and keep the 4 cylinder in front.
There is a company that offers in-wheel motor swaps to turn a 2-wheel drive car into 4-wheel drive.
This build is really good. You guys are multitalented indeed.
Awesome job! David! Thanks for sharing!
As Tim the Toolman Taylor said, more power!!
i love how quiet this runs,,2 thumbs up great job
the bigger pack and ccs is a game changer, now you got the power, range, fast charging all in steez. what more could ya ask for!
So now... all you need is that preparation for "in case of emergency"... so hide a couple of solar panels somewhere so if you are in the middle of nowhere, you can EVENTUALLY get your batteries charged up. I guess one of those Jackery or Eco-Flow systems would work just as well... but it won't be fast -that's for sure. This was very well done the first time... but it just goes to show how quickly tech becomes obsolete so major improvements can be made. Very nice! I hope the owner is well pleased....
Why would he ever be in the middle of nowhere?
I must say, along with all the cool tech and hard work, the color of that gold paint is awesome.
Dave you dont have to justify why you are electrified your merc. It’s great seeing the progression and how you are fixing things that you weren’t wholly happy with in its first iliteration
Dude you are doing aweome work. Dont stop
That is so cool, as always. Hope that all of the guys in the work shop have had a great Christmas, and have a happy new year.
Awesome project Dave. Keep up the solid work
This is one cool car.
Dude it’s your ride, no need to explain why you do what you do. Either way I think it’s a sweet car 👍🏻
Savage Friday drop!
great build love itty
Damn that car is so slick. Lookin so good :)
I got confused for a second seeing it back up with no engine sound. Forgot what i was watching. 😂
I really like this car and can't wait for the next episode. Hopefully we get to see your new dash, too (at some point). All the best!
Good sh!t, I wonder if the naysayers are jealous and just don't want to convert over to the truth😮
I like your work. Good job 😅😅😅
Great job. Live your life 🤓🇫🇷
It looks like super heavy 🧐🧐
Desecrating the holy grail! 😢
Hey Dave, anybody ever tell you that you sound a lot like Mr. Rogers?? If I close my eyes and just listen, it’s almost spooky! It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood!
Awesome project Dave. Always something to overcome but we know you got this. I hate that you feel you had to address all the nay sayers; what you're doing is different and that's always going to get attention. When you plugged that car into the charger at the shop and that smile came on your face, that's the only reason you need to keep doing what you're doing. What do you think people thought when Barris or Winfield built their first custom cars? Do you my friend and we will keep watching.
When will we get to see the HMMWV converted to a PHEV? ⚡️🔌
How is the 280se coming along
Park much? You are only half way in the space😂
what is going on with W126?
I thought the Tesla plug was the new and improved North American standard
Whats the avg cost for a retro mod EV build like this? Lots of variable for sure, but would be great info to share.
Time, tools and parts would exceed the cost of a new EV.
@@jxke Yeah, fair enough.
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W123s were so slow particularly the n/a diesels. It really suits an old school Merc to be given the silent treatment.
👍🏾👍🏾
11:11 savages make a wish
EV's dont turn my crank! Dino juice for ever! Nice work though wiring guru!
Thanks for the analysis! Just a quick off-topic question: My OKX wallet holds some USDT, and I have the seed phrase. (alarm fetch churn bridge exercise tape speak race clerk couch crater letter). What's the best way to send them to Binance?
LIM card bad
Music is always a bad idea, please dont do that.
I don’t really understand… Why?
Why not
The worst part about these EV vids is the serious lack of burnouts. Gasoline Forever!
If there's one thing that electric can easily do is burnouts. Now if you were talking about gears or sound or range, you may have a point
1st
It’s like they’re trying to kill the channel.😂
How to ruin a car