Left Coast EV

Left Coast EV Classic Car EV Conversions. Founder of Left Coast EV. We don’t just re-motor a vehicle from fuel to electric. We aim to change the entire driving experience.

Left Coast EV is a cutting-edge EV conversion and fabrication small business that specializes in reimagining classic cars and other vehicles into high-performance electric vehicles. From the braking and handling to air conditioning and keyless entry the experience should be like a like a 21 century vehicle. With a deep commitment to sustainability and a passion for making automotive dreams come tr

ue, Left Coast EV is dedicated to providing eco-conscious car enthusiasts with the thrill of a lifetime. From start to finish, their expert team of engineers and technicians work tirelessly to create custom conversions that not only look stunning, they also offer exceptional performance and unparalleled efficiency. Whether you’re a lifelong gearhead looking to reduce your carbon footprint or simply seeking a new kind of driving experience, Left Coast EV is the perfect partner for all your electric vehicle needs.

05/26/2026

If you're into EV conversions, put this on your calendar. New Left Coast EV videos drop every Monday and Wednesday at 12pm PST. Subscribe and come ask questions in the comments. https://f.mtr.cool/hkkagwoaoq - Beacons link in bio

05/19/2026

If you're into EV conversions, put this on your calendar. New Left Coast EV videos drop every Monday and Wednesday at 12pm PST. Subscribe and come ask questions in the comments. https://f.mtr.cool/vhvyrlsnrs - Beacons link in bio

400 Volt. 12 Volt. One bench that tests everything.New video walks through the full testing setup — drive units, charger...
05/13/2026

400 Volt. 12 Volt. One bench that tests everything.

New video walks through the full testing setup — drive units, chargers, DC to DC converters, and a complete adapter kit so nothing slows you down. https://f.mtr.cool/decsrktlin - link in beacons in bio.

05/07/2026

New Project hitting the shop - 1967 Lincoln Continental Convertible

Today, I'm taking a look at this large drive unit that will be installed into this convertible. This Lincoln should be arriving this week and I can't wait to put my hands and eyes on it.

Stay tuned for more and don't forget to like & subscribe! Ciao!

05/04/2026

Every conversion starts somewhere. Introducing this 1968 Citroen DS 21.

We pulled this into the garage, assessing, prepping, and getting ready for what comes next.

Before the transformation, the innovation, and the first major turn... there's the beginning and that's where we are.

Stay tuned as we start to do updates on this one as well.



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04/27/2026

1937 Plymouth pickup. Hasn't run in years. Getting a Model 3 drive unit and another century of work.

This is a 1937 Plymouth pickup from a working farm. Six-cylinder flathead, six-volt system. Last time it moved on its own was getting loaded onto the trailer.

The owner loves this truck. So it's getting a new frame, Mustang II front end, Model 3 drive unit, 400-volt system, air ride in the rear with self-leveling so it sits flat under a load, power steering, power brakes, electric parking brake, and 20-inch rims with baby moon caps.

We're keeping the original radiator, look under the hood and you won't see anything modern. He wants a working truck. That's what he's getting.

04/22/2026

Never solder your high-voltage EV connections. Here's what happens when you do.

I spend a lot of time fixing other people's EV conversions. Most of the problems I find come down to wiring. Bad crimps, nicked wires, wrong tools.

Today I'm going through the tools for cutting, stripping, and crimping, from the right wire st*****rs (round hole, not square) to why you never solder your high-voltage connections. Solder is about one-quarter the conductivity of copper.

At 500 amps it heats up, boils, and ejects the wire from the connector. I've seen it.

Get this right and the rest of the build goes right.

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day 2026!

The show is real. The garage is real. And yes, I am actually ordained.

Reverend Gadget’s Garage is now airing on , available nationwide on DIRECTV and DIRECTV STREAM, plus select cable providers including Spectrum. Check your provider for availability.

We convert classics, fix what others got wrong, and prove electric does not mean giving up the cars you love.

10 Guinness World Records. Discovery Channel. Hollywood prop builds. Now on air.

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04/20/2026

78 kilowatt hours under the floor of a VW Bus. Here's how the box gets built.

Here's what goes into a battery box at Left Coast EV.

This pack holds 14 Tesla Model S modules at 24 volts each. 350 volts total, 78 kilowatt hours. Sits under the floor of the bus so weight stays low and centered.

Aluminum bus bars instead of cables, powder coated epoxy, hard-coated orange for high-voltage identification. Better insulation than rubber cable jacket. Box is riveted, not welded, once you bend aluminum it gets stronger, and rivets let you count your joints. Once the lid goes on with countersunk screws, this box stiffens the whole bus.

200-plus miles in a Volkswagen. Still kind of amazing every time.

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8636 Graham Avenue
Los Angeles, CA
90002

Telephone

+13109080604

Website

https://beacons.ai/leftcoastev

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