Re: [EVDL] LiFePO4Charging

2014-09-26 Thread tomw via EV
I have 132 60AH batteries in 2P66S. So I am going to call this 66 batteries at 120AH. Specs call for 3.6 volts max, so 66 in serial is 237.7 volts. I don't want to push them so I set the max voltage at 231volts charge which brings me to approx 3.5 volts per battery. Now in real life once it is

Re: [EVDL] co-operation

2014-09-26 Thread Stephen via EV
to an EV. That would effectively kill most conversions right there. Regards, Stephen On Fri, Sep 26, 2014 at 5:38 AM, Robert Bruninga via EV wrote: > It was a rude awakening to me when I realized that all the Greatness of an > EV to solve all our problems does not apply to congestion (unless one

Re: [EVDL] BMS

2014-09-26 Thread Cruisin via EV
How much for the BMS and where is it at? -- View this message in context: http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/BMS-tp4671780p4671783.html Sent from the Electric Vehicle Discussion List mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ U

Re: [EVDL] LiFePO4Charging

2014-09-26 Thread tomw via EV
That's a big voltage drop. Even when I charge at 70A DC my DVM on the pack terminals agrees to within a tenth of a volt with the voltage readout on the charger taken at it's output. I would suspect a loose connection inside the charger or at the charger leads on the pack. -- View this message in

[EVDL] EVLN: 'Green' electric bus pilot project in hcm-city.vn

2014-09-27 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.nationmultimedia.com/aec/HCM-City-to-pilot-green-electric-buses-30244096.html HCM City to pilot 'green' electric buses Viet Nam News/ANN September 25, 2014 [image http://www.nationmultimedia.com/new/2014/09/25/aec/images/30244096-01_big.jpg Tourists on electric buses at Dong Mo ethn

[EVDL] EVLN: 1959 Charles Townabout EV was named after a Dentist ts:55mph

2014-09-27 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://jalopnik.com/karmann-ghia-too-powerful-this-early-electric-offshoot-1637876006 The First Electric 'Volts-wagen' Was Named For A Dentist Jason Torchinsky [20140923] [images http://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/ieoaepsdjarlfwe7dsxi.jpg http://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/ima

[EVDL] Need Nelco motor

2014-09-27 Thread Brinsmead via EV
Hi folks, does anyone on the list have or know where to find a motor and gear box from a '92 GMC G-Van ? Or a van being parted out? A friend has a sick motor, it is like mine here http://www.evalbum.com/1102 Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Bill Sent from my iPhone

Re: [EVDL] Building a true road going solar EV.

2014-09-27 Thread fred via EV
I'm not qualified to comment on the power requirements of a particular system, nor the power sources previously discussed, but I would like to make a suggestion to the builder of this vehicle. Research in-wheel motors (hub motors) before you commit to that design. Look specifically for referenc

[EVDL] EValert: !Don't buy a salvaged Tesla EV to repair & drive! (video)

2014-09-28 Thread brucedp5 via EV
'I am blacklisted by Tesla all across the country' *** Buyer beware - Caveat emptor *** % Tesla running 'GM-liability-scared' > a petty-parts case of the 'Sue Me, Sue You Blues' > The media stink caused Tesla react *** Otmar was Tesla-tortured before this % http://gas2.org/2014/09/27/tesla-w

[EVDL] EVLN: Ogilvie Fleet timidly takes delivery of 2 Tesla-S EVs

2014-09-28 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/2014/9/22/ogilvie-takes-delivery-of-tesla-model-s/53581/ Ogilvie takes delivery of Tesla Model S 22/09/2014 Ogilvie Fleet has taken delivery of two Tesla Model S pure electric cars and installed recharging points at its headquarters. The two cars are being driven

[EVDL] EVLN: Terra Motors' electric 3-wheelers enter Sri Lankan market

2014-09-28 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.autocarpro.in/news-international/japanese-ev-maker-terra-motors-enters-sri-lankan-market-6372 Japanese EV maker Terra Motors enters Sri Lankan market by Autocar Pro News Desk Sep 25, 2014 [image http://www.autocarpro.in/IMG/760/6760/teramotors-threewheelers3001-699x380.jpg teramotor

[EVDL] Boston-Power Launches Ensemble Module System ==> battery pack kits

2014-09-28 Thread nicklogan via EV
It's probably wishful thinking, but it would nice to have these available through EV parts dealers: Boston-Power Launches Ensemble™ Module System Highly Scalable, Highly Reliable, “No-Weld” Integration System for Automotive and Industrial Battery Module Solutions WESTBOROUGH, Mass. and BEIJING,

[EVDL] EVLN: A slightly refreshed Fiat 500e EV now sold cheap in OR (video)

2014-09-29 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.designntrend.com/articles/20046/20140923/2015-fiat-500e-oregon.htm 108 MPGe Fiat 500e Electric Car Now Available In Oregon Al Khoury Sep, 23, 2014 [image http://images.designntrend.com/data/images/full/23564/fiat-500e-to-be-sold-in-oregon.jpg Fiat 500e To Be Sold In Oregon (Photo :

[EVDL] EVLN: Why electric cars are cheaper to service (video)

2014-09-29 Thread brucedp5 via EV
Stay friendly with your local mechanic for suspension components, brakes, body panels and interiors http://ecomento.com/2014/09/24/why-electric-cars-are-cheaper-to-service/ Why electric cars are cheaper to service September 24, 2014 – Scott Huntington [image http://ecomento.com/wp-content/upl

[EVDL] EVLN: Why electric cars are cheaper to service (video)

2014-09-29 Thread brucedp via EV
Stay friendly with your local mechanic for suspension components, brakes, body panels and interiors http://ecomento.com/2014/09/24/why-electric-cars-are-cheaper-to-service/ Why electric cars are cheaper to service September 24, 2014 – Scott Huntington [image http://ecomento.com/wp-content/upl

Re: [EVDL] EValert: !Don't buy a salvaged Tesla EV to repair & drive! (video)

2014-09-29 Thread tomw via EV
Tesla's response: "Safety is Tesla’s top priority and it is a principle on which we refuse to compromise under any circumstance. Mr. Rutman purchased a vehicle on the salvage market that had been substantially damaged in a serious accident. We have strong concerns about this car being safe for th

Re: [EVDL] warp 9 has gone sparky sparky

2014-09-29 Thread Roland via EV
Jim Husted email address is hi_torue_electric@yahoo<mailto:hi_torue_electric@yahoo> Roland - Original Message - From: EVDL Administrator via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> To: Electric Vehicle Discussion List<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> Sent: Monday, Septembe

[EVDL] EVLN: $1135 EVSE= $793Bosch_EL51254+$23Pigtail+$319Electrician (video)

2014-09-30 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.bmwblog.com/2014/09/24/installing-level-2-charger-electric-car/ Installing a Level 2 Charger for an electric car How-To | September 24th, 2014 by Chuck Vossler [image http://www.bmwblog.com/wp-content/uploads/81hOYQDnUCL._SL1500_.jpg http://www.bmwblog.com/wp-content/uploads/BMW-ca

[EVDL] EVLN: Nissan e-NV200 EV gets a VIP makeover

2014-09-30 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.worldcarfans.com/114092381654/nissan-e-nv200-gets-the-vip-treatment-for-hannover-motor Nissan e-NV200 gets the VIP treatment for Hannover Motor Show [20140923] By Adrian Padeanu Nissan [images http://content.worldcarfans.co/2014/9/23/big/13217555101244289100.jpg Nissan e-NV200 VIP

[EVDL] EVLN: BMW C Evolution ecycle is a pricey proposition that makes sense

2014-10-01 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.independent.ie/life/motoring/car-news/bmw-brings-electric-power-to-two-wheels-30612356.html BMW brings electric power to two wheels Dave Humphreys 24/09/2014 [images http://cdn3.independent.ie/incoming/article30612315.ece/df1d7/ALTERNATES/w1024/IMG_2226.JPG http://cdn1.independent

[EVDL] EVLN: Kia Soul EV isn’t playing around, what they got right r:93/110mi

2014-10-01 Thread brucedp5 via EV
Kia adds Soul EV to the Canadian auto market http://www.slashgear.com/2015-kia-soul-ev-first-drive-a-new-city-car-star-24347741/ 2015 Kia Soul EV First-Drive: A new city-car star Sep 24, 2014 Chris Davies [images http://cdn.slashgear.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/2015-kia-soul-ev-first-driv

[EVDL] EVLN: Car-crazed Germans' EVs to use bus-lanes & given free-parking

2014-10-02 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.thelocal.de/20140925/feds-green-light-benefits-for-electric-car-users Germany's Electric cars to use bus lanes, get free parking 25 Sep 2014 [image http://www.thelocal.de/userdata/images/article/w468/e69e1ffaad9befd79fd600b3f5244e740510684f0f22c59f11884c69ce7cf083.jpg Politician Rit

[EVDL] EVLN: 6 EVSE-etiquette tips head-off rage> hassle-free charging

2014-10-02 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.businesscarmanager.co.uk/six-ways-avoid-electric-vehicle-charge-rage/ Six ways to avoid electric vehicle ‘charge rage’ Ralph Morton | 28 September 2014 [images http://www.businesscarmanager.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/113_Woman_Charging_EV.jpg Woman charging an EV EV charging

[EVDL] EVLN: No L3 & only 3kW L2 makes Smart EV road-tripping-fun too-slow

2014-10-03 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://cleantechnica.com/2014/09/28/road-trip-smart-electric-drive/ Road Trip In The Smart Electric Drive September 28th, 2014 by Stephen Grinwis [images / Stephen Grinwis | CleanTechnica (CC BY-SA 4.0 license) http://cleantechnica.com/files/2014/09/BigCharger-e1411883483602.jpg BigCharger htt

[EVDL] EVLN: Screwdriver/pencil/hair-comb unlocks Leaf j1772> steal a charge

2014-10-03 Thread brucedp5 via EV
% BBC TG's un-plug prediction pontificated % https://transportevolved.com/2014/10/01/secure-locked-nissan-leaf-charge-cable-proves-boy-comb/ How Secure is Your ‘Locked’ Nissan LEAF Charge Cable? Not Very, Proves Boy With a Comb October 1, 2014 By Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield [images https://d2v41v

[EVDL] afk ...

2014-10-03 Thread brucedp5 via EV
I had queued this message for 10/8 my last day, but it might be better to post it now even though we all expect the best for the scheduled evdl server downtime/changes. Because of the scheduled down time http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/EVDL-downtime-tp4671941.html I

[EVDL] EVLN: Gadja's 1939 Dodge e-Truck w/ li-ion phosphate pack r:100mi

2014-10-04 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://gas2.org/2014/10/01/1939-dodge-truck-converted-into-ev/ 1939 Dodge Truck Converted Into EV [2014/10/01] [image http://gas2.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/al-gadja.jpeg e-truck ] Self-taught electric engineer Al Gadja has committed what some may consider to be historic car heresy, conve

[EVDL] EVLN: Leaf EV powers reverse-graffiti artist's Waterloo.uk clean up

2014-10-04 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://popsop.com/2014/09/nissan-taps-british-artist-moose-to-create-a-reverse-graffiti-in-londons-waterloo/ Nissan taps British artist Moose to create a reverse-graffiti in London’s Waterloo Kate Belan [26th September 2014] [images http://popsop.com/wp-content/uploads/NISSAN-Moose-mural-graf

[EVDL] EVLN: 2in1 EV motor more efficient for a warming planet

2014-10-04 Thread brucedp5 via EV
% Main benefits are in climates that use air-con the most: Drive motor and air-conditioning compressor in 1 uses more of the regen energy, less power used=boost in range, requires less material=saving weight and size, +more - ?Possible pih applications? % http://phys.org/news/2014-09-scientists

[EVDL] EVLN: Spock-n-Kirk shill for e-Golf EV (videos)

2014-10-04 Thread brucedp5 via EV
% Can you do Star Trek's Shin salute? % http://www.autoevolution.com/news/mr-spock-and-captain-kirk-will-promote-volkswagen-s-e-golf-video-87177.html Mr. Spock and Captain Kirk Will Promote the Volkswagen e-Golf (Video) by Mihnea Radu 29th September 2014 [images http://s1.cdn.autoevolution.

Re: [EVDL] EValert: !Don't buy a salvaged Tesla EV to repair &drive! (video)

2014-10-05 Thread Klaus via EV
It's been going for a long, long time. To mention just a few: Too many people die due to not wearing seatbelt = seatbelt laws. Ford Explorers roll over because of low tire pressure = mandated TPMS sensors in ALL car tires. Insurance companies paying out because so many cars are stollen = $$$ key w

[EVDL] EVLN: i3 EV> zippy, thrifty, & an environmentalist's dream

2014-10-06 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://timesfreepress.com/news/2014/sep/27/bmw-i3-zippy-and-thrifty/ TEST DRIVE: BMW i3: zippy and thrifty September 27th, 2014 by Mark Kennedy [image http://media.timesfreepress.com/img/photos/2014/09/26/0927_WEB_c_Test_Drive_t618.JPG The new BMW i3 electric vehicle is said to save owners ab

[EVDL] EVLN: Sakti3 $100pkWh packs for 200mi range EVs

2014-10-06 Thread brucedp5 via EV
Sakti3 is emerging from GM's shadow http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1094668_sakti3-battery-firm-key-to-gm-200-mile-electric-car-100-per-kwh-by-end-of-decade Sakti3 Battery Firm: Key To GM 200-Mile Electric Car, $100 Per kWh By End Of Decade? By John Voelcker Sep 29, 2014 [image http://im

[EVDL] EVLN: EV Fleet's Condor> Electric Truck Revolution

2014-10-06 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://wfae.org/post/charlotte-company-hopes-lead-electric-truck-revolution Charlotte Company Hopes To Lead Electric Truck Revolution By Ben Bradford September 29, 2014 [audio http://cpa.ds.npr.org/wfae/audio/2014/09/092614EVBB2.mp3 images http://mediad.publicbroadcasting.net/p/wfae/files/2

[EVDL] EVLN: Wrightspeed drive trains for large heavy inefficient vehicles

2014-10-06 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.fastcoexist.com/3036122/why-one-of-teslas-co-founders-now-works-on-garbage-trucks-instead-of-cars Why One Of Tesla's Co-Founders Now Works On Garbage Trucks Instead Of Cars by Adele Peters September 29, 2014 [images http://g.fastcompany.net/multisite_files/fastcompany/imagecache/sl

[EVDL] EVLN: Geneva.ch 1st BMW i3 Police EV

2014-10-07 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.bmwblog.com/2014/09/29/first-bmw-i3-police-car/ The first BMW i3 Police Car September 29th, 2014 by Horatiu Boeriu [images http://www.bmwblog.com/wp-content/uploads/10428369_10152373126655205_7198073552817892999_o-750x500.jpg [Photos: Danilo Bertocchi] http://www.bmwblog.com/wp-co

[EVDL] EVLN: Tesla-D> ?Dual-Motor AWD Model-S?

2014-10-07 Thread brucedp5 via EV
Musk teaser tweeted> "Tesla 'D' and something else" on 10/9 http://www.pocket-lint.com/news/131243-tesla-has-an-event-next-week-at-hawthorne-airport-here-s-what-it-might-show-off Tesla has an event next week at Hawthorne Airport: Here's what it might show off By Elyse Betters [20141003] [image

[EVDL] EVLN: orangeev.com e-truck maker revs up

2014-10-07 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.kansascity.com/news/business/article2363510.html Electric truck maker in Riverside revs up By STEVE EVERLY 09/30/2014 [image http://www.kansascity.com/news/business/26mmz9/picture2363509/alternates/FREE_768/OrangeEV%20al%20091814%200123f.jpg Mike Saxton (from left), Wayne Mathisen

[EVDL] EVLN: DIY Electric Series I Land Rover

2014-10-07 Thread brucedp5 via EV
Our favourite bit: using a ? 12VDC ? WARP 9 Electric motor http://www.lro.com/feature-vehicles/2014/9/electric-series-i/ Electric Series I Land Rover Date: 30.09.2014 [images http://assets.bauer-wolke.co.uk/imagegen/cp/black/800/600/Assets/LRO/GalleryMedia/Feature_vehicles/2014/DSC_2580.jpg

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: DIY Electric Series I Land Rover

2014-10-07 Thread brucedp5 via EV
For EVLN posts use: http://www.evdl.org/archive/index.html#nabble+template%2FNamlServlet.jtp%3Fmacro%3Dsearch_page%26node%3D413529%26query%3Devln%26sort%3Ddate -- View this message in context: http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/Re-EVLN-DIY-Electric-Series-I-Land-Rover

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2014-10-07 Thread brucedp5 via EV
For EVLN posts use: http://www.evdl.org/archive/index.html#nabble+template%2FNamlServlet.jtp%3Fmacro%3Dsearch_page%26node%3D413529%26query%3Devln%26sort%3Ddate -- View this message in context: http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/-tp4672008.html Sent from the Electric V

Re: [EVDL] Elcon PFC3000 Analog Current Control Problem

2014-10-08 Thread drdove via EV
You have to order the charger with this capability. It does not come in all units. Paul -- View this message in context: http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/Elcon-PFC3000-Analog-Current-Control-Problem-tp4667927p4672007.html Sent from the Electric Vehicle Discussion L

[EVDL] OT: Alive, back-home after-surgery, and working on getting well ...

2014-10-10 Thread brucedp5 via EV
[ref http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/afk-tp4671942.html afk ... ] While this post does have a whiff of EV stuff to it, it is mostly OT about my medical stuff (so, lets try to not post OT medical responses if possible - and if you are not interested, please delete thi

[EVDL] EVLN: Ghosn sez Leaf profitability is 'getting there'

2014-10-10 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://green.autoblog.com/2014/10/02/ghosn-we-are-getting-there-on-making-nissan-leaf-profitable/ Ghosn: 'We are getting there' on making Nissan Leaf profitable By Sebastian Blanco Oct 2nd 2014 [images] CEO Says The Tide Is Turning After 19 months in a row of record sales in the US, the mo

[EVDL] EVLN: A ‘British Tesla’ could shift the UK car industry into top gear

2014-10-10 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://theconversation.com/a-british-tesla-could-shift-the-uk-car-industry-into-top-gear-32249 A ‘British Tesla’ could shift the UK car industry into top gear by Richard Brooks 3 October 2014 [images https://62e528761d0685343e1c-f3d1b99a743ffa4142d9d7f1978d9686.ssl.cf2.rackcdn.com/files/6066

Re: [EVDL] Need Lithium batteries.

2014-10-10 Thread Willie2 via EV
On 10/10/2014 05:54 AM, jerry freedomev via EV wrote: Hi Russ and All, I just looked and no good deals there for me. Just Chinese ones I can't afford and one 'Leaf' pack for $8900!! I can buy 2, maybe 3 totaled Leaf's for tha

Re: [EVDL] Need Lithium batteries.

2014-10-10 Thread Roland via EV
I think that had the license right from GM back in 1993 when they held the patent on them. The patent ran out in 2013 which Toyota is now producing kits to change there hybrids to EV. Roland - Original Message - From: Willie2 via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> To: El

Re: [EVDL] Need Lithium batteries.

2014-10-10 Thread Roland via EV
: EVDL Administrator via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> To: Electric Vehicle Discussion List<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> Sent: Friday, October 10, 2014 1:16 PM Subject: Re: [EVDL] Need Lithium batteries. On 10 Oct 2014 at 11:12, Roland via EV wrote: > These are the batteries

Re: [EVDL] Need Lithium batteries.

2014-10-10 Thread Roland via EV
Forgot to add in the specifications. See specifications below: - Original Message - From: Roland via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> To: EVDL Administrator<mailto:evp...@drmm.net> ; Electric Vehicle Discussion List<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> Sent: Friday, Oct

Re: [EVDL] Need Lithium batteries.

2014-10-10 Thread Roland via EV
modules groups which gives me 226 volts maximum. This becomes 226V x 198ah = 44.748kwr with a EV weight of 5600 lbs instead of the US Battery 180V x 250ah = 45 kwr with a EV weight of 7100 lbs. Roland - Original Message - From: Cor van de Water via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.

Re: [EVDL] Need Lithium batteries.

2014-10-10 Thread Roland via EV
Hello John, There are 54 cell groups in the modules. 54 cell groups /2 = 27 module groups which are three parallel consider as one cell. Therefore 54 cell groups x 4.2 volts = 226.8 volts maximum. There are 9 modules groups with contains three parallel modules which becomes 27 modules per

[EVDL] EVLN: NC NEAT program teaches HS students how to build & maintain EVs

2014-10-11 Thread brucedp5 via EV
Student pit crew learn how to create a STEM electric quadracycle http://www.rrdailyherald.com/diversions/let-s-get-it-started/article_bcbe18a4-4a42-11e4-94a2-23ec5ccf1d21.html Let’s get it started By Khai Hoang October 2, 2014 [image http://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/rrdailyherald.

[EVDL] EVLN: Kawasaki J ecycle Variable-Architecture Tests GIGACELL pack

2014-10-11 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.autoevolution.com/news/kawasaki-variable-architecture-j-concept-shows-up-at-intermot-video-87279.html Kawasaki Variable-Architecture J-Concept Shows Up at Intermot (Video) by Florin Tibu 2nd October 2014 [image http://s1.cdn.autoevolution.com/images/news/kawasaki-variable-architect

Re: [EVDL] Need Lithium batteries.

2014-10-11 Thread tomw via EV
Hi Roland, I never thought I'd see you buy lithium-based cells. Lead acid seemed to work very well for you...was it mainly to reduce weight? David, If you look at the discharge curve on the hybrid auto center site, max voltage is 4.2V, the average cell voltage is around 3.7V to 3.8V, and the

Re: [EVDL] Need Lithium batteries.

2014-10-11 Thread Roland via EV
level grades the performance is still normal. Giving these batteries to a person that is building a EV which will weigh half of my EV using 20 of the best ones in this pack. Roland - Original Message - From: tomw via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> To: ev@lists.evdl.or

Re: [EVDL] Need Lithium batteries.

2014-10-11 Thread Roland via EV
. This is the same as the manufacturer adds more plates to a cell to increase it area. This would for me to install three 180 cell BMS units. Roland - Original Message - From: John Lussmyer via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> To: ph...@bill-collins.net<mailto:ph...@bill-co

Re: [EVDL] Need Lithium batteries.

2014-10-11 Thread Roland via EV
ect: RE: [EVDL] Need Lithium batteries. Does anyone know if there's a limit on the amount of current that can be taken out of those center terminals on the Leaf cells? Thanks, Bill -Original Message- From: EV [mailto:ev-boun...@lists.evdl.org] On Behalf Of Roland via

Re: [EVDL] Need Lithium batteries.

2014-10-11 Thread Cruisin via EV
Currently have in stock both NEW Leaf and VOLT modules as well as BMS wire harness for the Volt, and Mini BMS for both Leaf and Volt modules. Volt modules available in 24vdc, 48vdc and 96vdc. Out of stock on Ford Focus modules until 10/29/14. Not selling wrecks like others. Scammers don't need to a

[EVDL] EVLN: Schwarzenegger Sez Screw My Hummah ... This Little nEV is Nice

2014-10-12 Thread brucedp5 via EV
% Toyota nEVs for token-effort PR, & their fcv-push for 7 CARB credits = TMC is not an EV company % http://www.tmz.com/2014/10/11/arnold-schwarzenegger-toyota-iroad-paris-motor-show/ Arnold Schwarzenegger Screw My Hummah ... This Little Car is Nice 10/11/2014 BY TMZ STAFF [image http://ll-

[EVDL] EVLN: Stella solar EV can go nearly 500 miles

2014-10-12 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.takepart.com/article/2014/09/22/take-ride-solar-powered-electric-car-goes-500-miles-charge Meet Stella, the Electric Family Car That Goes 500 Miles on a Charge and Is Powered by Sunshine September 23, 2014 By Todd Woody [images / Todd Woody http://www.takepart.com/sites/default/file

Re: [EVDL] Lightobject meter experience

2014-10-12 Thread Cruisin via EV
Using a meter to turn off a charger at a pre-programmed voltage can be very risky. A BMS is designed to perform this function, but turns off the charger when a single cell reaches the pre-programmed voltage, after permitting all cells to achieve the same voltage by shunting. It also protects agains

[EVDL] EVLN: Energica Ego> ultra-fast.it Femme fatale e-motorcycle (video)

2014-10-13 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.mnn.com/green-tech/transportation/blogs/ultra-fast-electric-motorcycle-heads-to-america Ultra-fast electric motorcycle heads to America Oct 04, 2014 [images http://www.mnn.com/sites/default/files/styles/featured_blog/public/Energica%20ego%20IMG_0654%20Credit%20Royce%20Rumsey%20small

[EVDL] EVLN: Leaf owners – beware the gas station car wash!

2014-10-13 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://scholarsandrogues.com/2014/10/06/leaf-owners-beware-the-gas-station-car-wash-renewable-journal-for-1062014/ Leaf owners – beware the gas station car wash! – Renewable Journal for 10/6/2014 A couple months back, I gave my Leaf a bath in a gas station car wash. I came out of it complaining

Re: [EVDL] Scraped New Israli Renault Fluence Battery Packs Coming onto the Market?

2014-10-13 Thread Stephen via EV
Already gone I believe... Jack Rickard of EVTV brought over 30 packs and they sold out in ~3hrs back in March... Regards, Stephen On Sun, Oct 12, 2014 at 1:43 AM, Martin WINLOW via EV wrote: > > http://www.israellycool.com/2014/08/27/destroying-turkish-made-electric-cars/ > > Does

[EVDL] EVLN: $5k Gung-ho ex-IBMr creates EV3 etrike r:25mi ts:55mph

2014-10-14 Thread brucedp5 via EV
'I don’t like ice. They stink. They’re inefficient.' http://www.pressconnects.com/story/money/2014/10/10/pierson-develops-electric-vehicle/17027441/ Area inventor shows off new electric vehicle by Jon Harris October 10, 2014 [image http://www.gannett-cdn.com/media/Binghamton/2014/10/10/20141

[EVDL] EVLN: TorontoU.ca students' Velocar> car/bike human-hybrid nEV ts:32kph

2014-10-14 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-29325184 Test driving the smart electric 'carbike' [20141006] [image http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/7800/jpg/_78000468_de27.jpg carbike ] Two students from the University of Toronto have developed a prototype electric vehicle for use within city are

[EVDL] Soapy skinny lrr tire traction: EVs beware of gas-station car-washes!

2014-10-14 Thread brucedp5 via EV
.413529.n4.nabble.com/Re-EVLN-Leaf-owners-beware-the-gas-station-car-wash-tp4672098.html On Mon, Oct 13, 2014, at 06:01 PM, Cor van de Water via EV wrote: > What a hogwash article! > This has litterally nothing to do with EV, but everything with the > ability of the driver to deal with slip

[EVDL] A self contained car charging system

2014-10-14 Thread rayfellow via EV
Here's a self contained EV charging system. Also some interesting comments about EV vs ICE refueling mentality. http://www.wired.com/2014/10/envision-solar-ev-charger/ David Strong -- View this message in context: http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/A-self-contained-c

Re: [EVDL] Soapy skinny lrr tire traction: EVs beware of gas-station car-washes!

2014-10-14 Thread Roland via EV
- From: brucedp5 via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> To: ev@lists.evdl.org<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> Sent: Tuesday, October 14, 2014 7:58 AM Subject: [EVDL] Soapy skinny lrr tire traction: EVs beware of gas-station car-washes! [ref http://electric-vehicle-discussion

[EVDL] EVLN: Nanocellulose vs carbon-fiber for EVs

2014-10-15 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://the-japan-news.com/news/article/0001568374 Japan Technology / Carbon-fiber tech makes sci-fi real The Yomiuri Shimbun October 07, 2014 [image / The Yomiuri Shimbun https://the-japan-news-archives.s3-ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com/preview/entries/88409/materials/227869/2d7c563d5bb442790065

[EVDL] EVLN: Twitter Had Fun With Elon Musk's little d

2014-10-15 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.adweek.com/news/technology/twitter-has-fun-expense-elon-musks-d-160699 Twitter Has Fun With Elon Musk's 'D' By Garett Sloane October 10, 2014 [image http://www.adweek.com/files/imagecache/node-detail/news_article/tesla-d-unveil-the-d-hed-2014.jpg Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, unveils Th

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2014-10-16 Thread brucedp5 via EV
% Edmunds = not an EV friendly media outlet % http://www.edmunds.com/car-news/2015-chevrolet-spark-priced-at-13095.html 2015 Chevrolet Spark Priced at $13,095 10/13/2014 - by Anita Lienert [image http://media.ed.edmunds-media.com/chevrolet/spark/2015/ns/2015_chevrolet_spark_actf34_ns_101014_

[EVDL] EVLN: Tecnica Lavinia superEV.it 0-100kph:3.5s ts:300kph 800HP/588kW

2014-10-16 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.worldcarfans.com/114101282702/tecnicar-lavinia-should-become-italys-first-electric-supercar Tecnicar Lavinia should become Italy's first electric supercar By Septerra [20141012] [images http://www.worldcarfans.com/114101282702/tecnicar-lavinia-should-become-italys-first-electric-su

[EVDL] EVLN: e-NV200 e-Van Converted into a Camper / B-class e-RV

2014-10-17 Thread brucedp5 via EV
[*** s p am filter blocking post, text reduced, full text will be updated on the back-end later] https://transportevolved.com/2014/10/13/british-firm-turns-nissan-e-nv200-electric-van-cosy-family-friendly-camper-van/ British Firm Turns Nissan e-NV200 Electric Van Into Cosy, Family-Friendly Camper

[EVDL] EVLN: 1st Tesla Battery Swap Site Will Go Live In December 2014

2014-10-17 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://gas2.org/2014/10/13/first-tesla-battery-swap-station-online-soon/ First Tesla Battery Swap Station Online Soon [2014/10/13] [image http://gas2.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/tesla-battery-swap.jpg Tesla S EV on stage ] Buried in last week’s exciting announcement of the Dual Motor Driv

[EVDL] EVLN: Puky romps his i3 EV on Circuito del Jarama.es (video)

2014-10-18 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://news.boldride.com/2014/10/bmw-i3-track-video/58969/ Watch the Electric BMW i3 Silently Lap a Track 07 October 2014 by Zach Doell [image http://news.boldride.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/bmw-i3-jarama.jpg video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhBgVtUhh3I movilidadelectrica [Spanish>g

[EVDL] EVLN: CR complains charge-depleted i3rex pih not racing up hills

2014-10-18 Thread brucedp5 via EV
'the problem ... BMW’s desire ... i3 REx certified a BEVx vehicle by the California Air Resource Board ... allows ... the most ZEV credits' % IMO: 'So not the drama' the media makes it to be> the i3rex design with a depleted pack is after all an 'EV with a small ice' pih to get you to a L3/2 EVS

[EVDL] EVparts4sale: AVCON EVSE, Connectors

2014-10-18 Thread brucedp5 via EV
p://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/1990-s-era-EVSE-AVCON-Connectors-tp4672139.html ] On Fri, Oct 17, 2014, at 11:57 AM, Rick Reinhard via EV wrote: > Anybody interested in AVCON EVSE form the 90's for a FORD ranger, Honda > EV+, some versions of RAV's?

[EVDL] Heating system

2014-10-18 Thread Al via EV
It's that time of year, time to get the heater installed in my EV. It consists of a 3kW tank heater, a 12V solar pump, piped to the OEM heater core. My problem? I can't figure out why it is so damn hard to get the air out of the system. The tank and the pump are down low, the heater core about

Re: [EVDL] Heating system

2014-10-18 Thread Roland via EV
Message - From: Al via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> To: Electric Vehicle Discussion List<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> Sent: Saturday, October 18, 2014 8:58 PM Subject: [EVDL] Heating system It's that time of year, time to get the heater installed in my EV. It consi

[EVDL] EVLN: Day's MR2 sports EV> AU$2/day, c:2hrs@L2 r:50km ts:100kph

2014-10-19 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.news.com.au/national/electric-sports-car-takes-just-two-hours-to-charge-and-runs-on-2-a-day/story-e6frfkp9-1227082418855 Electric sports car takes just two hours to charge and runs on $2 a day October 08, 2014 [images http://resources0.news.com.au/images/2014/10/08/1227083/511692-0e

[EVDL] EVLN: VW Is Auctioning-off their 1st E-Golf EV, ends 10/29

2014-10-19 Thread brucedp5 via EV
Live Bidding for VW E-Golf @ Charitybuzz.com/vwegolf http://www.plugincars.com/vw-auctioning-first-e-golf-electric-car-130199.html VW Is Auctioning the First E-Golf Electric Car By Brad Berman · October 13, 2014 [image http://www.plugincars.com/sites/default/files/2015-E-Golf-620.jpg 2015 VW

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: VW Is Auctioning-off their 1st E-Golf EV, ends 10/29

2014-10-19 Thread Willie2 via EV
On 10/19/2014 09:37 AM, Ben Goren via EV wrote: mostly econoboxes, but also the Tesla (and the BMW equivalent of an econobox). I'm still kinda surprised that nobody's offering an electric version of a muscle car...the first one to do so will positively smoke all the ICE offering

[EVDL] Images are up: 507 EVs = New Guinness World Record @eaasv.org NDEW

2014-10-19 Thread brucedp5 via EV
Please see http://brucedp14.altervista.org/eaasvr14/ Getting these images up and creating the pages has been a slow-go with so much happening, and my Internet connection reduced (hopefully only temporally) to a 56k modem. But this documentation project is now up for your viewing pleasure (see a

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: e-NV200 e-Van Converted into a Camper / B-class e-RV

2014-10-19 Thread brucedp5 via EV
It took a couple of hours, but it turns out I am still smarter than the s p am filter. I have updated the post on the nabble archive to now include the whole text of my original post after changing the filter-trigger words. Let the EV-historical record show the whole enchilada (use the link below

[EVDL] EVLN: €10k Nissan EV Rebate.fr , e-NV200 EV turned VIP

2014-10-20 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://insideevs.com/french-nissan-offering-1-euro-rebate-leaf-e-nv200-france/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+InsideEvs+(Inside+EVs) Nissan Offering 10,000 Euro Rebate On LEAF, e-NV200 In France Ahead Of New Program [20141015] by Jay Cole [images http://insideev

[EVDL] EVLN: Tricked-out Twizy EVs all the rage @French snow resorts

2014-10-20 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.inthesnow.com/resorts/drive-electric-car/ Drive An Electric Car Resorts News | 15 October 2014 By Patrick Thorne [image http://www.inthesnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/ice-driving2.jpg Twizzy electric car La Clusaz ] Electric cars seem to be all the rage in France this winter

Re: [EVDL] Lithium Batteries and Cold Weather

2014-10-20 Thread Willie2 via EV
On 10/20/2014 06:54 AM, Pestka, Dennis J via EV wrote: I'll be entering the first winter with my new pack of Lithium Batteries and had a few questions. I know that the cold weather will affect my range, but need some information on what I'll see. My 48 cell TS pack alarms as te

Re: [EVDL] Lithium Batteries and Cold Weather

2014-10-20 Thread Barry via EV
/14, Pestka, Dennis J via EV wrote: > > Subject: [EVDL] Lithium Batteries and Cold Weather > To: "Electric Vehicle Discussion List" , > "ne...@yahoogroups.com" > Date: Monday, 20 October, 2014, 12:54 > > I'll be entering the first winter > with my new

[EVDL] EVLN: Advocates battle lawmakers over GA EV tax credits

2014-10-21 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/morning_call/2014/10/georgia-electric-car-tax-credit-advocates-prepare.html Georgia electric car tax credit advocates prepare to battle lawmakers Oct 15, 2014 Carla Caldwell [image / Mark Byron http://media.bizj.us/view/img/2091481/pic-macpizza.jpg ]PIC Mac p

[EVDL] EVLN: i-MiEV Brake-vacuum Pump Corrosion Recall SR-14-07

2014-10-21 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1094896_2012-2014-mitsubishi-i-miev-recall-brake-pump-corrosion 2012-2014 Mitsubishi i-MiEV Recall: Brake Pump Corrosion By Stephen Edelstein Oct 15, 2014 [images http://images.thecarconnection.com/med/2014-mitsubishi-i-miev_100468559_m.jpg 2014 Mitsubishi

[EVDL] PVs charging EVs @De Anza College : Images are up: eaasv.org NDEW

2014-10-21 Thread brucedp5 via EV
PV arrays are going in at many Colleges and Universities in CA. There must be some (Fed & or State) grants being provided, and the local solar industry is loving it (!More solar power Scotty!). You are right, there is just enough sunlight seeping through to the parking lot underneath so that it

[EVDL] EVLN: Australian EVA’s Expo/Festival @Moreland.au Sun Oct 26 2014

2014-10-22 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.theweeklyreviewmelbournetimes.com.au/story/1812831/coburg-electric-car-convention-comes-to-moreland/ Coburg: Electric car convention comes to Moreland Virginia Millen | 20/10/2014 [images http://dofjr6id7k8hn.cloudfront.net/data/upload/article-addtition/1812831/Electric557.jpg Lucy

[EVDL] EVLN: Deja Vu, CARB mandate watered-down again> anything = a zEV

2014-10-22 Thread brucedp5 via EV
https://transportevolved.com/2014/10/21/california-air-resources-board-hold-hearing-week-softening-zero-emission-requirements/ California Air Resources Board to Hold Hearing This Week on Softening Zero-Emission Requirements October 21, 2014 By Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield [image https://d2v41vkldk0

[EVDL] EVLN: Th!nk about Elkhart IN's EV industry after the Great-Recession

2014-10-23 Thread brucedp5 via EV
% Locals bitter they did not benefit from the EV-boom they thought they had bought into> they will have long unhappy memories about EVs % http://www.elkharttruth.com/hometown/2014/10/12/What-happened-to-the-electric-car-industry-in-Elkhart-County-after-the-Great-Recession-5-years-later-project.h

[EVDL] EVLN: GM pu$hing2 kill-Tesla-sales> no duh, Want a Tesla?> Vote!

2014-10-23 Thread brucedp5 via EV
% If you think this is fun, wait 'til the 2016 U.S. Pres. election! % http://online.wsj.com/articles/gm-urges-michigan-gov-to-sign-anti-tesla-bill-1413912419 GM Urges Michigan Gov. To Sign Anti-Tesla Bill By Jeff Bennett Oct. 21, 2014 Gov. Snyder Needs to Act Tuesday on Bill That Bars Auto Mak

Re: [EVDL] VW conversion motor needed

2014-10-23 Thread Cruisin via EV
You asked for a suggestion of a motor and controller for a VW conversion, for only $2500.00, the AC-46 and Curtis controller is a excellent choice. After over 30 VW and Porsche conversions using the AC-46, I am very happy to make this available. crui...@live.com -- View this message in context:

Re: [EVDL] VW conversion motor needed

2014-10-23 Thread SLPinfo.org via EV
t 23, 2014 at 11:02 AM, Ben Goren via EV wrote: > On Oct 22, 2014, at 11:32 PM, David Chapman via EV > wrote: > > > I was wondering if anyone on the list had found a motor that is a good > fit HP and voltage wise (120v or so) for a bug? Would like to build > something freeway

Re: [EVDL] VW conversion motor needed

2014-10-23 Thread Cruisin via EV
In my experience converting a VW or similar car, when using a AC motor, best advice is to keep the tranny and go clutch less using 3rd gear only. Shifting can still be accomplished as long as you don't hurry with the shift and the synchromesh is in good shape. Also, best to put the regeneration on

[EVDL] EVLN: There’s still an interest in electric trucks

2014-10-24 Thread brucedp5 via EV
'We don’t like to see any of the EV companies go out of business' http://www.truckinginfo.com/channel/fuel-smarts/article/story/2014/10/fuel-smarts-a-spark-of-interest.aspx Electric Trucks Still Generate a Spark of Interest October [21] 2014 by Tom Berg [image http://www.truckinginfo.com/fc_

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