(This is a scratchpad of notes, not a final guide. YMMV) https://evwest.com/diy-kits https://legacyev.com/collections/kits?filter.p.t.category=vp-1-2-5 https://www.electrogenic.co.uk/kits/conversion-kits/ https://www.diyelectriccar.com/forums/ ## BOM - electric motor(s) - motor controller - batteries - battery management system (BMS) - charger? - modified suspension and brakes (car will be heavier) - displays and gauges - charging port (under gas cap!) ### motor selection - AC motors can be easily controlled and require less maintenance - DC motors are known for their durability and torque - Induction motors offer good performance at high speeds Ford sells an electric crate engine! https://performanceparts.ford.com/part/M-9000-MACHE (Needs a "traction inverter", control system, and battery) There's also a crate engine from Chevy: https://www.chevrolet.com/performance-parts/crate-engines/ecrate ### BMS A craigslist post selling a 99 Ford Ranger recommended [Orion BMS](https://www.orionbms.com/products/orion-bms-standard)