Hello, OK, I've been searching this list, and frankly I'm overwhelmed. So, I'm going to state my information and hope that you folks won't be too upset for my taking up the bandwidth.
I have a 1979 Jet ElectraVan daily driver. I have been replacing the lead acid batteries from time to time for years and since the pack has failed again it is now time to move to lithiums. Yes, I am a member of the ev60...@listserv.tcu.edu mail list. Some basic information: Pack: 102V, 17 X 6V @ 125Ah, ~12KWh Controller: 144V @ 500A Open Revolt Motor: Series wound Ge 20Hp 90V SOC: Proprietary original analog based on voltage BMS: None. Balanced by overcharge Charger: Original Leslie transformer based I need to change the pack, BMS, charger, and SOC indicator. Since this is an old unrestored car, I would like to keep the upgrade as simple and close to original as possible. In other words, I really don't want the car controlled by phone apps. If I have a cell failure, I don't need to immediately know which cell, I can open the battery box and look for it. I have electronic and microprocessor experience so I don't mind building some things. Of course, I would be happy with increased range, and lighter weight as well. Probably the first thing I need to look at are the alternatives for the pack. Reclaimed commercial EV packs, or new cells? What are the cooling considerations? Thanks, Mike _______________________________________________ UNSUBSCRIBE: http://www.evdl.org/help/index.html#usub ARCHIVE: http://www.evdl.org/archive/index.html INFO: http://lists.evdl.org/listinfo.cgi/ev-evdl.org Please discuss EV drag racing at NEDRA (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEDRA)