[ausev] RAVolt update: Engine/Tranmission mated

[rah at h-consulting.com]

AustinEV,

I never had a big enough window to call an open garage, but I still 
managed to make progress this weekend.  Thanks to Erik and the cut 
mounting plate, I was able to drill out the remaining 3 holes.  Then 
Alex and I were able to stack and bolt all the components together.  
I've got the motor and transmission joined and ready to go back into 
the RAV.  I made a video to show the steps: 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-LyQdbYeeY (yes, tagged with AustinEV).

Questions:
Should I test the motor before I put it in?  Is a jumper to regular 12 
volt battery enough to give it a little spin?

Next, I'm working to line up a local hoist for the drop in.  I'll let 
everyone know when the unit is going back into the RAV.

Rob RAVolt.com & EV Album 995

PS: I've also been getting more data about battery options (all 
flooded, but different voltages & numbers).  I'm posting that info on 
my blog.