RERides Electric Vehicles
@reridesev.bsky.social
We convert vehicles to electric power. We focus on older vehicles and reusing components bound for scrap yards.
Located in Hawai'i, US. A veteran-owned small business
Located in Hawai'i, US. A veteran-owned small business
With growing renewable power generation, your electric conversion relies less and less on fossil fuels!
Contact ReRides EV for a free consultation to convert your favorite ride!
Contact ReRides EV for a free consultation to convert your favorite ride!
“We’re living through the fastest energy transformation in human history. Every previous large-scale shift in energy—from muscle power to wood to coal to oil—has taken decades or even longer. But the ‘renewable revolution’ is happening far faster.”
Climate action can feel slow – but the fastest energy leap in history has begun
Weaning ourselves off fossil fuels is glacially slow – isn’t it? This pessimistic narrative doesn’t stack up against evidence of very rapid change in the real world.
theconversation.com
September 14, 2025 at 1:11 AM
With growing renewable power generation, your electric conversion relies less and less on fossil fuels!
Contact ReRides EV for a free consultation to convert your favorite ride!
Contact ReRides EV for a free consultation to convert your favorite ride!
#DriveElectricMonth event has started at Pearlridge Center! We are sitting inside, some come in, sign up for a test drive, and win a prize from one of the event sponsors!
September 13, 2025 at 8:24 PM
#DriveElectricMonth event has started at Pearlridge Center! We are sitting inside, some come in, sign up for a test drive, and win a prize from one of the event sponsors!
The ReRides EV website is live! It was a bit rushed to get ready for tomorrow, but a solid start. Check it out!
www.reridesev.com
www.reridesev.com
September 13, 2025 at 5:21 AM
The ReRides EV website is live! It was a bit rushed to get ready for tomorrow, but a solid start. Check it out!
www.reridesev.com
www.reridesev.com
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 help make your EV dream come true! Find out why 92% of EV owners buy another by converting your dream car to electric! The 4x4 from Back to the Future? The Porsche Speedster from Top Gun? We can do it for you!
Nearly 92% of electric vehicle drivers would buy one again because they save money and cut pollution.
Clean cars are winning on cost, performance, and public health 🚘
Clean cars are winning on cost, performance, and public health 🚘
July 6, 2025 at 12:41 AM
We help make your EV dream come true! Find out why 92% of EV owners buy another by converting your dream car to electric! The 4x4 from Back to the Future? The Porsche Speedster from Top Gun? We can do it for you!
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
My brother came to visit so we took him and his wife for a little ride into Haleiwa town!
May 25, 2025 at 6:58 PM
My brother came to visit so we took him and his wife for a little ride into Haleiwa town!
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
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
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++
Getting controls assembled for the heater. We've removed the whole control assembly and have attached a sliding potentiometer from @dfrobot_official. We're using some insulation trimmings glued to the sliding cable actuator to connect the pot.
Physically, things look good! We'll see about the code!
Physically, things look good! We'll see about the code!
April 13, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Getting controls assembled for the heater. We've removed the whole control assembly and have attached a sliding potentiometer from @dfrobot_official. We're using some insulation trimmings glued to the sliding cable actuator to connect the pot.
Physically, things look good! We'll see about the code!
Physically, things look good! We'll see about the code!
A bit late, but an earlier post on the radiator situation that I missed. I had some nice silicone elbow reducers for the Frontier radiator to the Leaf pump and motor. And then found a radiator leak.
Radiators to choose from as a replacement. A little trim to a Leaf one and it's mounted okay!
Radiators to choose from as a replacement. A little trim to a Leaf one and it's mounted okay!
Nice silicone elbow reducers for the Frontier radiator to the Leaf pump and motor. but it leaks!
YouTube video by RERides EV
youtu.be
April 12, 2025 at 4:26 AM
A bit late, but an earlier post on the radiator situation that I missed. I had some nice silicone elbow reducers for the Frontier radiator to the Leaf pump and motor. And then found a radiator leak.
Radiators to choose from as a replacement. A little trim to a Leaf one and it's mounted okay!
Radiators to choose from as a replacement. A little trim to a Leaf one and it's mounted okay!
Would you believe this? Nissan did not put cabin air filters in the early Frontiers and Xterras. You have to cut out a hole and install them yourself. Napa filter 224856 comes with instructions, but doesn't say anything about cutting a hole!
I'm trying to grab those nubs and pull out solid plastic!
I'm trying to grab those nubs and pull out solid plastic!
Cabin air filter on Nissan Frontier Xterra 98-01 @elchanojose
YouTube video by El Chano Jose
youtu.be
April 12, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Would you believe this? Nissan did not put cabin air filters in the early Frontiers and Xterras. You have to cut out a hole and install them yourself. Napa filter 224856 comes with instructions, but doesn't say anything about cutting a hole!
I'm trying to grab those nubs and pull out solid plastic!
I'm trying to grab those nubs and pull out solid plastic!
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!
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
The mounting bracket for J1772 receptacle could have used a little more design thought. 2 of 3 mounting holes lined up to the truck and there is a little interference with the hood. I must have written or measured wrong (twice!).
I'm looking for platforms to share on... github or GrabCAD? Vote!
I'm looking for platforms to share on... github or GrabCAD? Vote!
April 3, 2025 at 10:14 PM
The mounting bracket for J1772 receptacle could have used a little more design thought. 2 of 3 mounting holes lined up to the truck and there is a little interference with the hood. I must have written or measured wrong (twice!).
I'm looking for platforms to share on... github or GrabCAD? Vote!
I'm looking for platforms to share on... github or GrabCAD? Vote!
First almost-from-scratch CAD design for a Leaf AC compressor mount. Made from a 3D scan found in GrabCAD and imported into OnShape. The file is a mess, but the product is perfect!
Holes line up with older and newer Leaf compressors, just keep the newer adapter bracket! Pics include both
Holes line up with older and newer Leaf compressors, just keep the newer adapter bracket! Pics include both
March 31, 2025 at 2:52 PM
First almost-from-scratch CAD design for a Leaf AC compressor mount. Made from a 3D scan found in GrabCAD and imported into OnShape. The file is a mess, but the product is perfect!
Holes line up with older and newer Leaf compressors, just keep the newer adapter bracket! Pics include both
Holes line up with older and newer Leaf compressors, just keep the newer adapter bracket! Pics include both
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/
Also from Toggl, we use Plan to map out our time estimates, task status, and dependencies. Can view over various time scales, individually or group. Projects sync with Track, and tasks are supposed to. We've seen mixed success. Both are free with paid tiers of functionality.
plan.toggl.com
plan.toggl.com
March 27, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Also from Toggl, we use Plan to map out our time estimates, task status, and dependencies. Can view over various time scales, individually or group. Projects sync with Track, and tasks are supposed to. We've seen mixed success. Both are free with paid tiers of functionality.
plan.toggl.com
plan.toggl.com
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
Already posted a video, but here are still pics from the Leaf shifter mod. Reed switches and magnets are glued in place. They provide momentary contact for D and R for the Resolve-EV controller. The parking button already works for N but check which 2 of 3 wires provide continuity
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
#FrontiEV
#EVSwap
March 9, 2025 at 2:58 PM