Tesla electric V8 drop-in
2020-10-05 17:21:20.035384+02 by Dan Lyke 0 comments
Scrap the Small-Block V-8 Swap and Sub in This Literal Tesla Crate Motor
Literally, that's what this wonderful creation is. A crated electric motor. Even better, it's a bolt-in setup gunning to replace one of the most common crate engine choices out there, GM's small-block V-8. That is because the EV West Tesla powertrain bolts up to small-block V-8 engine mounts and can be hooked up directly to a driveshaft, so you can fit it into your small-block V-8 project and keep your rear axle as-is.
It's a Model S motor with gearing and mounts. No pricing yet on the RevoltSystem web site, Motor Trend's guess is about $12k, and you've still gotta figure out your own batteries (and controllers? Not clear), but for revamping an old hot rod this looks like it could be a lot of fun.