Turnin' wheels and shiftin' gears....

This morning, Mike and I hurried with anticipation of driving the Mustang. While Mike checked the transmission fluid and filled up the rear differential with gear oil, I installed the speedometer, steering wheel, and driver’s seat. With no time to waste, we were out the bay door and behind the wheel. With camcorder in hand, Matt recorded the EV’s first movements. It was an exciting rush cruising behind the wheel of a silent mustang. The only sounds heard were the squeal of the controller, the pop of the contactor, and the pavement moving below our wheels.

Creeping out the bay area...

Let's see what she's got...

Easing through the first turn.

Rounding second.

Switching drivers.

Going, Going, GONE!!!!

First steps...

Today after school Mr. Butler, Mike and I finished all of the low voltage wiring. Our afternoon consisted of wiring the key switch to all of the control components in order to start the car. After running a new section of wire loom into the car, we connected all of the wires to their designated areas. Now it was the moment of truth. After placing the rear of the car on jack stands, we all crossed our fingers, connected the high voltage, and flipped the key switch. The car ran!!! The rear tires made movement with no complications whatsoever!

Tomorrow we plan to drive the EV under its own power. Today was a milestone in the history of this whole project and will always be remembered as the day that McMichael EV made its first steps.