Added another motor mount. Let see if vibrations feel better now.
Somewhat major setback occured today when I went for another test drive
(with 2 added motor mounts) to see how things felt and listen/watch for
vibrations etc. As I was coming home I lost power to the drive train
but the motor was still spinning up (but did not over-rev). And was
definitely not spinning the trans in neutral either, just zero drag.
I looked through the open hole where the old starter motor used to mount
on the trans, and could see that the coupler/clutchplate system was not
spinning either, so I guess that means the splines are not stripped.
My guess is the coupler slid down the shaft and off of the motor? I
was not under heavy power, in fact I may have been coasting somewhat (as
I crested a small hill).
I suppose the good news is, nothing sounded like it was breaking or
tearing, there was no loud sounds, just lost power while going slow.
still a bummer, as I will have to remove the motor at the very least.
Possibly also the trans (hopefully not).
Other minor good news, the switches I put in the dash to power up the
controller and the contactor are working, plus my rear lights are
working. And it was nice I didn't have to tow it back, I was able to
roll far (because I took the time to pump up the tires extra firm) small
victories.
Other minor bad news I could not get her in reverse, my shifter linkage must not be quite right.
josh
