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This article is part of an archived collection from Nikolay Shishkov's blog about first-generation electric vehicles, battery maintenance, modifications, and repairs. Nikolay was an EV pioneer who passed away in 2025. His technical knowledge and generous sharing of information continues to help the EV community.
J1772 (Type 1) inlet placement
By Nikolay Shishkov • April 21, 2015
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A progress report:
- All control electronics are now neatly packed in a IP67 box. See the box - preliminary held with zip ties, some cooling fins, and testing size and effect of different fans - the big one is powered by 230VAC, while the small one is 12V.
I made a pointcloud 3d model of the front to asses mounting points position, clearance and available space.