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Old 11-27-2007, 12:35 PM   #284 (permalink)
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03-26-2007, 10:42 Pm

This evening: wired the 36v string together with a hodge podge of cables of varying lengths, gauges & origins. Everything from the 3/0 locomotive cable from the fork truck, to a battery-to-starter cable from a junked car.

It'll be interesting to say the least whether trying to drive the car will smoke this setup ... Must make sure to double-check connections.

Ran 2 cables through existing holes in the pass. side firewall, one to the motor, one to the controller. I just have to wire the controller to the pot box.

...And try out our 36v charger to freshen up the string before lowering the car and trying to move it. Definitely by this weekend.
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