I made my EV conversion Jeep drive for the first time in 40 years with an Openinverter.

[@marcsimonsen1578]

Nothing is more permanent than temporary wiring that works! Congratulations on getting things moving!!!

[@ikocheratcr]

They are a temporary permanent solution, yes been there too.

[@JeremyMakesThings]

This was intentionally temporary (read: sketchy) enough that I’ve already pulled it out.

[@marcsimonsen1578]

My senior project we built a hybrid mini-formula one race car. There was way to much permanent "temporary" wiring, but it got the job done! I would have loved to go back and re-do the car and make it a longer term solution.

[@gmoney9588]

@@marcsimonsen1578 A formula one racer that isn’t as loud with open headers and screaming at high decibels past the crowd , scaring the bejesus out of them ? What a gyp ! I miss those days .

[@joeromanak8797]

Isn’t that what Red Green said, lol. 🥸👍👀👋✅

[@RotarySMP]

You have given your kid an incredible memory for life right there. Imagine how proud he is to tell his school mates what he and Dad did this summer!

[@fuzzeden6602]

watching it near silently roll through the woods just had me stunned, amazing work

[@macmccune21]

Leaves crunching is all I heard until it got close!

[@jamesenloe2791]

“Crimping aint easy” classic😂

[@chrisash7948]

How did you not explode in maniacal laughter when it began to move under it's own power?

[@philmenzies2477]

Pretty sure he had a quiet moment in his mind where he chuckled and said "its alive! Its alive!"

[@JETHO321]

Jeremy makes things. Jeremy makes everything. Jeremy knows things. Jeremy knows everything. Nice work!

[@gmoney9588]

Yes , that’s what we like about him . At the end of the day , he’s not a know it all , he’s just Jeremy . He’s that guy !

[@JeremyMakesThings]

It’s not that I know everything, it’s that I’m willing to learn anything.

[@jdmccorful]

No where to go but UP!​@JeremyMakesThings

[@JETHO321]

@@JeremyMakesThings Its not a bad thing. You're well rounded!

[@TradeWorks_Construction]

That video shot of the Jeep slowly crawling out of the garage BUT DEAD SILENT was soo unsettling to my understanding of vehicles … It felt soo wrong but that in itself is SO FREAKING AWESOME!

[@OhHeyTrevorFlowers]

The build finale could be taking it full circle and off-roading to where you dug up the Jeep.

[@LuminousWatcher]

It is so great to see a vehicle like that with new life breathed into it. Thank you for sharing it

[@zaneaggie]

Bravo, my brain almost exploded 3 times watching you work on it. Great job!

[@CarnivoreCurin]

I'm glad it's Jeremy making this and not me.

[@blaketatar1239]

You are just amazing. When I have a difficult project I think to myself “that guy made an old jeep with trees going through it work again!”.

[@MrClickbang357]

That HAD to be the most enjoyable first ride!!! I figure you "found" 80% of all the problems one could run into on a project like this! And one of the things I loved about this build ( of which there are many) is you left the tailgate the "original" green!!! Gives it that "I may be old but I am STILL running" vibe!!! KUDOS!!!

[@Bleats_Sinodai]

I was too fascinated by the carpet of moss of the "before" clip. Literally looked at it for like half an hour lmao

[@michaelsohocki1573]

Thank you for being just a regular guy doing a really extraordinary thing. This encourages more regular guys to do more extraordinary things.

[@curtisroberts9137]

When the jeep goes moving down the hill with no sound it makes you think its a runaway car just rolling away. LOL

[@atlancon]

btw, I find it incredibly cool that in this day in age a 70 year old cj5 can be controlled by a MacBook.

[@JarheadCrayonEater]

"Crimpin' ain't easy". When you paint, you have to say "Let us spray!"

[@gmoney9588]

But I thought he was referring to mechanical connections for wiring ? Spray painting ? None for me thanks , can’t take the contact highs . Let us spray . I think we’re on to something , and not just on something . Well ….. anyway

[@JarheadCrayonEater]

@@gmoney9588, he was. I added mine as a bonus Dad joke.

[@gmoney9588]

@@JarheadCrayonEater Well , I might be the only one on something then 🤔 thanking all for their service to our country 🇱🇷

[@TradeWorks_Construction]

@@JarheadCrayonEaterFormer Painter: Amen 🙏

[@OhHeyTrevorFlowers]

Woot! First light! ...er, first motion! Thank you for sharing the gritty details.

[@oldfarthacks]

Actually, the best, first motion without letting the magic smoke out of everything. That is the big win.

[@thebigchuckster]

The silent fist pump goes so well with the silent Jeep. Awesome update!

[@peterparsons7141]

Really fantastic. I’m pretty sure the passenger was enthusiastic and having images of one day ripping down those trails.

[@Ludicrous_Speedway]

I know it's part of the testing set up, but I love the goofy lightbulb visible through the grill, makes it look like a product of the jeeps time. Can't wait to see what you work on next!

[@SamwiseOutdoors]

I've been systematically going through your videos since I stumbled across your channel ass-backwards this early afternoon and I'm enjoying the hell out of it. I first read Michael Crichton's "The Lost World" when I was twelve and have wanted to build an electric Ford Explorer as depicted in the book. This is probably the closest that I'll ever get to it. Thanks for making this available for weirdos like me.

[@stevenguzzo7792]

this is 100% without a doubt one of my new favorite channels, It has such thisoldtony vibes. congrats on getting the Jeep moving!

[@warrenjones744]

Sealy bits and snappy bits. I am glad to see you have the technical terminology for the electric thingies. Well done sir. Edit: There is however something that just isn't right though about a laptop having anything to do with driving a 60 year old jeep🤣🤣🤣 Cheers

[@ToddBishop-m2n]

I would like a picture of the looks you get pulling up next to the line of Tesla's at the public charging station.

[@gmoney9588]

Just stare them right in the eye , peddle off and don’t look back . They’ll regret the $70,000 that Jeremy saved .

[@junkyardsearcher6407]

Being quiet like that it would make the perfect hunting rig!

[@Alanfarmer86]

Gotta love the little giggles as you drove out of the garage 😂

[@russtuff]

this is amazing, now I need to build one.

[@robdave1974]

Love what your doing, you explain what you are doing, why you are doing it. Also the pros and cons, and other options. You are an excellent communicator. You have earned my like and sub with solid well presented content.

[@PioneerRifleCompany]

Love it. As a former software/firmware developer, the folks that write the documentation understand less than 1% of the technology, nor do they really care about getting some significant details correct. It is more important to make the documentation look pretty than it is for functionality. Great accomplishments on your part, and much appreciated humbleness.

[@johngassmann9581]

Your test drive in the woods had me smiling from ear to ear.

[@soullesspenguin]

How in the hell do you only have 36k subscribers? This project is incredible, and you kept up a great pace on it for 2 years! The sheer amount of skills you've demonstrated, and gained a workIng knowledge on is impressive. Then I see you desperately trying not to show on camera how giddy you are about driving that thing around for the first time. 😂 Let it hang out, dude! You deserve to!

[@Rouverius]

Congrats!

[@anands6127]

Bro... You have very good knowledge about electrical stuff too apart from machining. 👍

[@rallymax2]

Woohoo! Man, I think I just caught the EV conversion bug from you. And I think I like it.

[@stewartfrye]

Major milestone,,, Congratulations. Excellent so far, no genie appeared.

[@4x4EVC-yr1dt]

Congratulations Jeremy!!!! Looks great for where you are in the project. I'm not 100% sure why you decided to go with a more hodgepodge then even a normal DIY EVC but regardless, great work making it move - trust me, I know how hard the first move is!

[@older-wiser-better]

Simply brilliant !! 🎉

[@hellonwheelz3317]

This has been a fantastic series of videos. I've understood the majority of it up until this video. 90% of this one went right over my head, but I can see you have a deep understanding of whats going on. You did a great job troubleshooting your connections. And even though I'm not a big fan of electric vehicles in general, I'm a huge fan of everyday people figuring out and hacking stuff like this to suit their purposes. That thing is going to be fun.

[@classydays43]

I can never ever work out electronics. I'm amazed at the people who can.

[@vainwretch]

Great project ! Great job of figuring everything out ! Great memories for you and your son !

[@stencilled]

Jeremy made a fabulous thing.

[@FreezyAbitKT7A]

That is stealthy. The Mil-spec Lanterns and pressure stoves sound like an F-4 getting ready to take off.

[@martinsmith251]

Ironically there was a Jeep ad while I was watching (yes I watched it all) and I thought “yeah I could buy one, but I’d rather do it the Jeremy way”. So all I need is an old jeep, equipment, ability to learn new things and most of all an attitude to see things through. Congratulations on getting it moving.

[@Bobs-Wrigles5555]

That smile at 21:20 says it all.👍🏻

[@joemama397]

It’s beautiful to see the JeepEV move under its power

[@N.Cognito]

21:21 says it all with that smile.

[@cwthemachinist]

Very awesome! That's going to be so cool to take out on some trails! Love how all you can hear is the gear whine. What a fun project and result. Great work on this, bud. Looking forward to seeing some trail videos when you get to that point!

[@atlancon]

Congrats on this milestone!

[@RobertHamm-u7c]

SUCCESS!!!! You are my hero. I’ve been wanting to build an all electric vehicle (or, several different types for that matter), but I’ve been stuck on which one I want to build first. You see, I’m an Army veteran who also hunts wild game to provide for my family, and I’m thinking from a tactical/hunting perspective. I want something that can move quietly and quickly, doesn’t require any fossil fuel to operate, can recharge the battery bank as the vehicle is being driven (operated, flown/piloted), but I’m trying to figure out how to create an automatic charging circuit that will turn itself on and off without causing an electrical fire or overheat and burn itself out. You’ve given me hope and inspiration to try and bring these ideas into reality. So, thank you for sharing this build and technical information with us, and proving that anything is possible.

[@ptonpc]

It's alive!

[@MLFranklin]

Sweet project!

[@Dagrond]

Congrats - big win there.

[@LordOfTamarac]

Hell yeah man, working on something that drives and hitting that first self propelled motion is a huge milestone and motivation

[@mumblbeebee6546]

Congratulations, Jeremy! That is significant - both in your perseverance and the outcome! By my count you now have at least two inverter- portions free, I am looking forward to finding out what you put those into service for :0)

[@Superwoodputtie]

Hey congrats on getting the Jeep moving! Wicked awesome!

[@canonsonico3752]

Im so happy for you! I hope you a very good year!

[@smallmoneysalvia]

Heck yeah! Awesome work! Your kid looked like he was having an absolute blast, too!

[@kendingsor]

Your crimp hand is strong! This was a joy to watch! So stoked to see

[@jeremykastrup6907]

You and Allan Millyard , geniuses in your own rights , very nice indeed

[@ollysworkshop]

I don't know what to say other than well done. Your determination to get this moving has paid off. Looking forward to when you're at 100% power (or more!) and you take it to the drag strip for a standing quarter👍👍

[@K_Shea]

So much work and finally... must have been a real thrill.

[@bryanappel1140]

Excellent! A+ for perseverance and courage. You should be proud!

[@joedowling5452]

Achievement unlocked. Way to go

[@jdcjr50]

Thanks for a cool, well-made video.

[@tireballastserviceofflorid7771]

As someone who has done thousands of pins and plugs. Remember rule #1. Use a meeter and beep it out once assembled. Make sure it's the right pin location. AND meeter between all the pins looking for any continuity. It's easy to get a strand of wire between the pins.

[@fc3sbob]

I started watching you yesterday and caught up on a lot of the Jeep videos.. good timing to get it running :)

[@Rubbernecker]

Outstanding!!!!

[@Guarkernmehl]

Talk about a steep learning curve 😮

[@PhilDavisFilms]

Cardboard Aided Design "CAD" I laughed way too hard at that

[@Anad63]

You need to make that incandescent bulb a functioning hood ornament.

[@bratindustries]

Heck ya nice work, great to see the gen2 Prius inverter in use!

[@DeluxeDart]

Heck yes! This is turning out awesome. Congratulations on the first drive!

[@adrianrubio5396]

That's so c0ol! You made it work. That must be incredibly satisfying.

[@philip_fletcher]

Congratulations! This has been a great series and lovely to see real movement. Your delivery, while not quite Damien Maguire, is a very good listen. Your smile says it all.

[@markcaroll363]

That is awesome. Great job.

[@tomcren59]

Congratulations!!!! It goes.Well done.

[@theafro]

Ok, i'm sold. I've spent the day working on a 60 year old land-rover, and electrification sounds very tempting!

[@osgeld]

20:10 you should totally leave the light bulb up front like that, even if its disconnected it gives a "mad scientist" vibe

[@kevindowd31021]

You could get that book repaired for a couple hundred bucks. It might be worth it if you really care for it. You could also do a little repair yourself using a reversible cornstarch glue and a little patience. I love old books and they deserve respect just like old cars. ❤

[@be007]

wel done buddy ! cheers ben.

[@hervewasson5173]

Congratulations Jeremy , you did it !! 😃👍

[@chrisfinley4816]

Nice Christmas lights

[@deancoley7987]

You could definitely cook up a spaghetti Bolognese, great work

[@keltanf]

This is absolutely awesome, fantastic job!

[@HP_rep_mek]

Big moment, congrats!

[@lundysden6781]

first smile i saw from you yet!

[@larryboschen1287]

That's so awesome.

[@NahNoThankYou]

That is magical!❤

[@RB-yq7qv]

well done

[@guygillmore2970]

Love this content

[@kerrygleeson4409]

Great job so interesting thanks for sharing 🦘

[@dansullivan1120]

Well done, you!

[@dwcheshire]

Coolest dad ever!

[@ethantracy337]

Fantastic job!

[@oxwilder]

Hot damn! Way to go man!

[@PuchMaxi]

Great success!

[@pieterpan]

Awesome! Super impressive.

[@TheDistur]

It moves! Under its own power!

[@alexcrouse]

Awesome work!