While disassembling #Miata1EV, we wanted to share what worked. We reused the drive selector mechanics so that D and R were selected by new momentary push buttons. N was selected by pressing the original Leaf P.
This proved more reliable than the reed (magnetic) switches for D and R in #FrontiEV.
This proved more reliable than the reed (magnetic) switches for D and R in #FrontiEV.
December 2, 2025 at 7:02 PM
It's been a while so here's an overview of where our FrontiEV build is today. The interior is buttoned up and all wire leads for Arduino control of dash and HVAC are in place. Nothing has changed in the engine bay or bed, but we take a look anyway!
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#Nissan
#Leaf
#CustomBuild
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#Nissan
#Leaf
#CustomBuild
May 24, 2025 at 12:44 AM
It's been a while so here's an overview of where our FrontiEV build is today. The interior is buttoned up and all wire leads for Arduino control of dash and HVAC are in place. Nothing has changed in the engine bay or bed, but we take a look anyway!
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#Nissan
#Leaf
#CustomBuild
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#Nissan
#Leaf
#CustomBuild
A quick update on where we are on the 2000 Frontier electric conversion. Inverter/PDM fully installed. Vacuum pump relocated. Cooling system waiting on parts. Big block in getting battery into truck bed in one piece!
#FrontiEV
#FrontiEV
Leaf Inverter and PDM installed into FrontiEV and more
YouTube video by RERides EV
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February 19, 2025 at 5:11 AM
A quick update on where we are on the 2000 Frontier electric conversion. Inverter/PDM fully installed. Vacuum pump relocated. Cooling system waiting on parts. Big block in getting battery into truck bed in one piece!
#FrontiEV
#FrontiEV
It's been a while so here's an overview of where our FrontiEV build is today. The interior is buttoned up and all wire leads for Arduino control of dash and HVAC are in place. Nothing has changed in the engine bay or bed, but we take a look anyway!
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#Nissan
#Leaf
#CustomBuild
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#Nissan
#Leaf
#CustomBuild
May 24, 2025 at 12:47 AM
It's been a while so here's an overview of where our FrontiEV build is today. The interior is buttoned up and all wire leads for Arduino control of dash and HVAC are in place. Nothing has changed in the engine bay or bed, but we take a look anyway!
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#Nissan
#Leaf
#CustomBuild
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#Nissan
#Leaf
#CustomBuild
AI graphed some gear ratios for us. FrontiEV has 31inch tires and not expected to ever see 80 mph. These ratios seem readily available. With 200k on the trans, trying to keep RPMs below 7000. Hardbodies have 4.11 and same axle codes!
#Nissan
#Frontier
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#OffRoad
#4x4
#Overland
#Nissan
#Frontier
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#OffRoad
#4x4
#Overland
May 30, 2025 at 12:18 AM
ReRides EV will be offering test drives of our #FrontiEV build this Saturday! Come join us for Drive Electric Month from 10-2 on Sep 13 at Pearlridge Center and get a FREE CONSULTATION!
www.driveelectrichi.com/driveelectri...
www.driveelectrichi.com/driveelectri...
September 12, 2025 at 12:43 AM
ReRides EV will be offering test drives of our #FrontiEV build this Saturday! Come join us for Drive Electric Month from 10-2 on Sep 13 at Pearlridge Center and get a FREE CONSULTATION!
www.driveelectrichi.com/driveelectri...
www.driveelectrichi.com/driveelectri...
ReRides EV will be offering test drives of our #FrontiEV build this Saturday! Come join us for Drive Electric Month from 10-2 on Sep 13 at Pearlridge Center and get a FREE CONSULTATION!
www.driveelectrichi.com/driveelectri...
www.driveelectrichi.com/driveelectri...
September 11, 2025 at 9:51 PM
ReRides EV will be offering test drives of our #FrontiEV build this Saturday! Come join us for Drive Electric Month from 10-2 on Sep 13 at Pearlridge Center and get a FREE CONSULTATION!
www.driveelectrichi.com/driveelectri...
www.driveelectrichi.com/driveelectri...
We need garage space! We already scavenged some parts from Miata1EV for the FrontiEV, now its time to get serious. First we will get the battery and all HV parts out to reuse later. Then some of the nice parts for our local Miata community! Stay tuned!
November 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM
We need garage space! We already scavenged some parts from Miata1EV for the FrontiEV, now its time to get serious. First we will get the battery and all HV parts out to reuse later. Then some of the nice parts for our local Miata community! Stay tuned!
About to install the Arduino and relays for testing of HVAC system. AC hoses need to be modified before getting results. Code for the AC module, heater module, and main Arduino run file are posted!
github.com/RERides-EV
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#EVConversion
#Arduino
#BuildSomethingAwesome
#Coding
#C++
github.com/RERides-EV
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#EVConversion
#Arduino
#BuildSomethingAwesome
#Coding
#C++
April 18, 2025 at 10:51 PM
About to install the Arduino and relays for testing of HVAC system. AC hoses need to be modified before getting results. Code for the AC module, heater module, and main Arduino run file are posted!
github.com/RERides-EV
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#EVConversion
#Arduino
#BuildSomethingAwesome
#Coding
#C++
github.com/RERides-EV
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#EVConversion
#Arduino
#BuildSomethingAwesome
#Coding
#C++
The motor coupler is finished! Well, you might have assumed this from previous posts. Another Brat Industries product with final assembly by Ted's Automotive. This early version fits a little loose, so kudos to EVSwap for the tip on Loctite 660!
#FrontiEV
#EVConversion
#BuildSomethingAwesome
#FrontiEV
#EVConversion
#BuildSomethingAwesome
January 31, 2025 at 9:10 PM
The motor coupler is finished! Well, you might have assumed this from previous posts. Another Brat Industries product with final assembly by Ted's Automotive. This early version fits a little loose, so kudos to EVSwap for the tip on Loctite 660!
#FrontiEV
#EVConversion
#BuildSomethingAwesome
#FrontiEV
#EVConversion
#BuildSomethingAwesome
We are coding! #FrontiEV will have an Arduino installed to control some systems and instruments. Mostly convinced this will work! Trying hard for strong object-oriented programming to allow reuse by everyone.
We are sharing code under GPL on github. Check it out!
github.com/RERides-EV/
We are sharing code under GPL on github. Check it out!
github.com/RERides-EV/
March 29, 2025 at 2:28 PM
We are coding! #FrontiEV will have an Arduino installed to control some systems and instruments. Mostly convinced this will work! Trying hard for strong object-oriented programming to allow reuse by everyone.
We are sharing code under GPL on github. Check it out!
github.com/RERides-EV/
We are sharing code under GPL on github. Check it out!
github.com/RERides-EV/
New part has arrived! Here's a quick unboxing of a custom mount for the TRW JER107 electric power steering pump I'll be using. From SendCutSend, it is made from 5052 aluminum with black anodized finish.
I used a this CAD file from GrabCad.
https://buff.ly/4g8JNCI
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
I used a this CAD file from GrabCad.
https://buff.ly/4g8JNCI
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
January 26, 2025 at 11:35 PM
New part has arrived! Here's a quick unboxing of a custom mount for the TRW JER107 electric power steering pump I'll be using. From SendCutSend, it is made from 5052 aluminum with black anodized finish.
I used a this CAD file from GrabCad.
https://buff.ly/4g8JNCI
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
I used a this CAD file from GrabCad.
https://buff.ly/4g8JNCI
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
Even though the bracket has the holes slightly off, it is close enough to make it work. Pics here are 97% complete. Last step is an access door mounted to the grill.
Resolve-EV controller does not support CHAdeMO charging on the gen3 Leafs right no. We'll mount receptacle if that changes
#FrontiEV
Resolve-EV controller does not support CHAdeMO charging on the gen3 Leafs right no. We'll mount receptacle if that changes
#FrontiEV
April 5, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Even though the bracket has the holes slightly off, it is close enough to make it work. Pics here are 97% complete. Last step is an access door mounted to the grill.
Resolve-EV controller does not support CHAdeMO charging on the gen3 Leafs right no. We'll mount receptacle if that changes
#FrontiEV
Resolve-EV controller does not support CHAdeMO charging on the gen3 Leafs right no. We'll mount receptacle if that changes
#FrontiEV
Progress announcement! The island is coming back to work after the Kona Lows. This week we had our 3D scanning technician get a good look under the bed. We also found an asymmetric battery design that looks very promising!
#FrontiEV #BuildSomethingAwesome #EVSwap #EVConversion
#FrontiEV #BuildSomethingAwesome #EVSwap #EVConversion
May 3, 2026 at 4:39 AM
Progress announcement! The island is coming back to work after the Kona Lows. This week we had our 3D scanning technician get a good look under the bed. We also found an asymmetric battery design that looks very promising!
#FrontiEV #BuildSomethingAwesome #EVSwap #EVConversion
#FrontiEV #BuildSomethingAwesome #EVSwap #EVConversion
Progress announcement! The island is coming back to work after the Kona Lows. This week we had our 3D scanning technician get a good look under the bed. We also found an asymmetric battery design that looks very promising!
#FrontiEV #BuildSomethingAwesome #EVSwap #EVConversion
#FrontiEV #BuildSomethingAwesome #EVSwap #EVConversion
May 3, 2026 at 4:39 AM
Progress announcement! The island is coming back to work after the Kona Lows. This week we had our 3D scanning technician get a good look under the bed. We also found an asymmetric battery design that looks very promising!
#FrontiEV #BuildSomethingAwesome #EVSwap #EVConversion
#FrontiEV #BuildSomethingAwesome #EVSwap #EVConversion
Who wants functional dash gauges? Everyone!
In this video, Dave gives a rundown of the hardware being used to bring the FrontiEV gauge cluster to life. In short, its an Arduino with several specialized shields going in to replace various signals from original, and now missing, pieces like the ECU
In this video, Dave gives a rundown of the hardware being used to bring the FrontiEV gauge cluster to life. In short, its an Arduino with several specialized shields going in to replace various signals from original, and now missing, pieces like the ECU
April 18, 2026 at 7:25 PM
Who wants functional dash gauges? Everyone!
In this video, Dave gives a rundown of the hardware being used to bring the FrontiEV gauge cluster to life. In short, its an Arduino with several specialized shields going in to replace various signals from original, and now missing, pieces like the ECU
In this video, Dave gives a rundown of the hardware being used to bring the FrontiEV gauge cluster to life. In short, its an Arduino with several specialized shields going in to replace various signals from original, and now missing, pieces like the ECU
We've upped the ante with precision scans and drawings of the 60kwh battery modules. Upcoming scan will determine if these designs will fit under the bed of #FrontiEV. More inspiration for your own build coming soon!
More posts coming now that flooding is over 🤞 #WaialuaStrong
#EVSwap #EVConversion
More posts coming now that flooding is over 🤞 #WaialuaStrong
#EVSwap #EVConversion
April 10, 2026 at 11:00 PM
We've upped the ante with precision scans and drawings of the 60kwh battery modules. Upcoming scan will determine if these designs will fit under the bed of #FrontiEV. More inspiration for your own build coming soon!
More posts coming now that flooding is over 🤞 #WaialuaStrong
#EVSwap #EVConversion
More posts coming now that flooding is over 🤞 #WaialuaStrong
#EVSwap #EVConversion
Engineering Update: Relocating shocks to make room for Volts. ⚡️📦
We’ve been heads-down in CAD redesigning the FrontiEV battery enclosures. The goal? Move the batteries from the truck bed to under the frame.
#ReRidesEV #FrontiEV #EVConversion #ElectricTruck #NissanFrontier #EVDesign #HawaiiEV
We’ve been heads-down in CAD redesigning the FrontiEV battery enclosures. The goal? Move the batteries from the truck bed to under the frame.
#ReRidesEV #FrontiEV #EVConversion #ElectricTruck #NissanFrontier #EVDesign #HawaiiEV
January 31, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Engineering Update: Relocating shocks to make room for Volts. ⚡️📦
We’ve been heads-down in CAD redesigning the FrontiEV battery enclosures. The goal? Move the batteries from the truck bed to under the frame.
#ReRidesEV #FrontiEV #EVConversion #ElectricTruck #NissanFrontier #EVDesign #HawaiiEV
We’ve been heads-down in CAD redesigning the FrontiEV battery enclosures. The goal? Move the batteries from the truck bed to under the frame.
#ReRidesEV #FrontiEV #EVConversion #ElectricTruck #NissanFrontier #EVDesign #HawaiiEV
Most people see an electric truck and think about the motor. We think about the battery!
To get the FrontiEV battery under the bed, we’re designing custom enclosures. This isn't just "making it fit", its about meeting vehicle needs!
Question: would you eliminate the third box and 16% of capacity?
To get the FrontiEV battery under the bed, we’re designing custom enclosures. This isn't just "making it fit", its about meeting vehicle needs!
Question: would you eliminate the third box and 16% of capacity?
January 16, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Most people see an electric truck and think about the motor. We think about the battery!
To get the FrontiEV battery under the bed, we’re designing custom enclosures. This isn't just "making it fit", its about meeting vehicle needs!
Question: would you eliminate the third box and 16% of capacity?
To get the FrontiEV battery under the bed, we’re designing custom enclosures. This isn't just "making it fit", its about meeting vehicle needs!
Question: would you eliminate the third box and 16% of capacity?
A/C compressor is mounted and in position. This is from the 2023 donor with 3 wires. Supposedly it is controlled with LIN protocol, but I expected 4 wires: 12v, gnd, Tx, Rx. We have a 2014 with 4 wires as backup.
Clearance is good, just need to extend the HV cables and get hoses fitted!
Clearance is good, just need to extend the HV cables and get hoses fitted!
April 5, 2025 at 2:34 PM
A/C compressor is mounted and in position. This is from the 2023 donor with 3 wires. Supposedly it is controlled with LIN protocol, but I expected 4 wires: 12v, gnd, Tx, Rx. We have a 2014 with 4 wires as backup.
Clearance is good, just need to extend the HV cables and get hoses fitted!
Clearance is good, just need to extend the HV cables and get hoses fitted!
No promotion, just sharing. We've been tracking different aspects of the FrontiEV build with an app from Toggl called Track. Free version can align activity by project/client, makes reports, both web and mobile. It also integrates with their Plan app, which we'll post next.
toggl.com/track
toggl.com/track
March 25, 2025 at 5:01 AM
No promotion, just sharing. We've been tracking different aspects of the FrontiEV build with an app from Toggl called Track. Free version can align activity by project/client, makes reports, both web and mobile. It also integrates with their Plan app, which we'll post next.
toggl.com/track
toggl.com/track
A quick video showing the radiator leak in FrontiEV build. Almost had it complete!
#EVSwap
#RadiatorLeak
#EVSwap
#RadiatorLeak
March 14, 2025 at 1:58 PM
A quick video showing the radiator leak in FrontiEV build. Almost had it complete!
#EVSwap
#RadiatorLeak
#EVSwap
#RadiatorLeak
Cooling system is complete now that I've received elbow reducer segments. The only problem is, there's a big leak in the radiator! So close!
With the charger plugged in, battery is getting a charge and water pump is cycling the water. It's a mess...
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#KickingGas
#RadiatorLeak
With the charger plugged in, battery is getting a charge and water pump is cycling the water. It's a mess...
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#KickingGas
#RadiatorLeak
March 14, 2025 at 6:10 AM
Cooling system is complete now that I've received elbow reducer segments. The only problem is, there's a big leak in the radiator! So close!
With the charger plugged in, battery is getting a charge and water pump is cycling the water. It's a mess...
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#KickingGas
#RadiatorLeak
With the charger plugged in, battery is getting a charge and water pump is cycling the water. It's a mess...
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#KickingGas
#RadiatorLeak
I've gotten started on HVAC. The heating element is a preheated from VW Golf. It has three 12v that I will run through relays direct to the original Leaf fuses. I'm going to try and control relays from the Arduino. We'll see!
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#Nissan
#BuildSomethingAwesome
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#Nissan
#BuildSomethingAwesome
March 12, 2025 at 12:47 AM
I've gotten started on HVAC. The heating element is a preheated from VW Golf. It has three 12v that I will run through relays direct to the original Leaf fuses. I'm going to try and control relays from the Arduino. We'll see!
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#Nissan
#BuildSomethingAwesome
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#Nissan
#BuildSomethingAwesome