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Motors Wired4246 viewsI wired the motors to the Z2K using 4/0 cable.
Notice that I don't like exposed High Voltage connections. Couldn't do much about the 1000A shunt though.
Apr 29, 2009
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3194 viewsFeb 21, 2009
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Completed Motor Mount7778 viewsThis is the motor mounting framework, after all the welding was complete.

Feb 21, 2009
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Motors Installed8868 viewsEverything is in and bolted down. The framework is mounted to the original rubber engine mounts that used to support the 460cui Gas Engine.Feb 21, 2009
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Painted Motor Mount7973 viewsI then sandblasted it all ,and painted it.Feb 21, 2009
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Building Motor Mounting Framework9518 viewsWe decided it was easiest to juts build the motor mounting framework in place. Carefully cut pieces and clamp them in place, then tack weld it all together.
Feb 21, 2009
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Position motors10472 viewsMotors were mounted to the transmission, then lifted in from below.
Transmission was then bolted to it's mounts, and the motors placed on blocks to keep everything in position
Feb 21, 2009
 
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