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Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 05-08-2017, 12:25 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 74,727
Posted By TheSGC
Wow it's been a while since I've posted anything....

Wow it's been a while since I've posted anything. I've been driving the Civic EV for several years and this past month I was finally able to do some much needed upgrades and repairs.

The old...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 09-29-2016, 10:51 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,477
Posted By TheSGC
The Civic EV is great, I am installing a new 6KW...

The Civic EV is great, I am installing a new 6KW charger right now and planning an Electric Power Steering upgrade. My commute to work is too much highway for the Force, but a lot of fun in the Civic.
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-02-2014, 09:29 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,477
Posted By TheSGC
Today I finally fixed the FWD/REV switch, there...

Today I finally fixed the FWD/REV switch, there was some corrosion on one of the contacts that didn't take too long to repair. Then, I decided it was time to push the EV to it's range limits until...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 07-19-2014, 09:54 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 74,727
Posted By TheSGC
I got started on the A/C today. I got the...

I got started on the A/C today. I got the treadmill motor bolted in and purchased a new belt to use with it.

I was able to do some testing and I found the best setup was using 36v, pulled 20A...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 07-14-2014, 08:38 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,477
Posted By TheSGC
They are extremely different EVs. The Civic is a...

They are extremely different EVs. The Civic is a power house, I can spin the wheels in 2nd gear on dry pavement. I have no problems taking it on the freeway and it will maintain 70 MPH without any...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 06-02-2014, 01:16 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 74,727
Posted By TheSGC
I'm actually using 180 AH cells. I have my EV...

I'm actually using 180 AH cells. I have my EV Display to set the "0-100%" fuel to only use 144AH max, or 80% of my total capacity.

Technically I only used 33% of my total battery capacity, but...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 02-10-2014, 09:31 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 74,727
Posted By TheSGC
I'm doing some research on what kinds of Android...

I'm doing some research on what kinds of Android in-dash systems are out there and what will fit in my EV. I want to have a decent informative display that will show me various aspects of the EV....
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 02-10-2014, 01:11 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 74,727
Posted By TheSGC
Its called the EV Display from CleanPowerAuto....

Its called the EV Display from CleanPowerAuto. It's a AH counter, Voltmeter, Current meter, State of Charge meter, temperature sensor. It's programmable so you select the AH capacity of your pack and...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 01-20-2014, 11:44 AM
Replies: 343
Views: 74,727
Posted By TheSGC
The thermal mass does quite well in keeping the...

The thermal mass does quite well in keeping the temps up. This morning it was 27F out but the pack was at 46F. I didn't take the EV to work as I need to verify the plug functions but it looks good.
...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 01-02-2014, 07:22 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 74,727
Posted By TheSGC
On new years eve it was 10F out and I was getting...

On new years eve it was 10F out and I was getting 400 Wh/mile without insulated batteries. I usually get 250-300 wh/mi so its a big hit. The pack will be insulated this weekend once the snow stops...
Forum: DIY / How-to 12-25-2013, 10:23 PM
Replies: 772
Views: 256,504
Posted By TheSGC
You can't transfer a VIN in MA, they are set in...

You can't transfer a VIN in MA, they are set in stone by the car manufacturer and the VIN number relates to model, engine, safety features, etc. If you want CarBEN registered you have to set it up as...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 11-19-2013, 02:13 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 74,727
Posted By TheSGC
I just have a 125v 20A Marine socket and 50ft...

I just have a 125v 20A Marine socket and 50ft extension cord that I've been using for years. Now I want to use the charging stations around MA, including a bunch of the restaurants I go too. I'm also...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 10-09-2013, 03:03 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 74,727
Posted By TheSGC
I tried that but all it did was compress the...

I tried that but all it did was compress the spring more and not really lift the car without slamming the spring. The spring is definitely not long enough, or strong enough.
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 09-24-2013, 09:20 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,477
Posted By TheSGC
The Solectria Force is all back together! ...

The Solectria Force is all back together!
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cqPEilA9cHM/UkI0FqbC93I/AAAAAAAAAt4/4ekRjbEbN5o/s320/IMG_3221.JPG

Last weekend we finished putting the headlights in, the...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 09-06-2013, 10:07 AM
Replies: 343
Views: 74,727
Posted By TheSGC
A few weeks ago I installed the new EV Display...

A few weeks ago I installed the new EV Display from Clean Power EV. It's really good to have a real fuel gauge and keeping track of power coming out and going into the pack.

I did a car show...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-30-2013, 04:33 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 74,727
Posted By TheSGC
I don't stress my LiFePO4's enough to make them...

I don't stress my LiFePO4's enough to make them heat up, and on the hot days my sunroof is open keeping things cool, but I've never had the car past 100 F in the sun in the battery bank.
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-29-2013, 08:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,524
Posted By TheSGC
That shouldn't be too bad, you have AGMs so it...

That shouldn't be too bad, you have AGMs so it isn't as quickly affected as flooded lead acid. From my experience, as long as its not days of sitting that low you should be fine.
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-25-2013, 03:21 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,477
Posted By TheSGC
Some of the documentation I've been reading on...

Some of the documentation I've been reading on these cells say that they should "balance" themselves a bit when they reach full charge, then are put onto a trickle charge after.
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-15-2013, 07:49 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 74,727
Posted By TheSGC
I have not done a max range test yet. I have done...

I have not done a max range test yet. I have done a 45 mile round trip with full heat and I had no diminish in power.

Right now I am estimating 60 miles in winter and 77 miles in the summer to...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-08-2013, 10:03 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,477
Posted By TheSGC
David's Solectria Force Rebuild

Last week I picked up my latest EV project, a 1992 Solectria Force. The Solectria Force was a manufactured electric car that used a Geo Metro glider and AC motor and controller setup. They were built...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 03-04-2013, 10:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,876
Posted By TheSGC
I've been working with Solectria's for the past...

I've been working with Solectria's for the past few years and you are not going to get 70 miles on lead. The NiMH forces got 70-100 miles per charge, but the with lead acid you're lucky if you get...
Forum: DIY / How-to 01-13-2013, 10:23 AM
Replies: 772
Views: 256,504
Posted By TheSGC
I think this is just great, I can't wait to see...

I think this is just great, I can't wait to see it in action. The rear door reminds me of a Star Trek shuttle craft.

Dude, I just realized you are the next town over from me!
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 12-17-2012, 02:16 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 74,727
Posted By TheSGC
I just picked up another Airpax 250A for $67...

I just picked up another Airpax 250A for $67 shipped, so once that gets here I can set it up for 540A fun. :D

I am really glad I have working heat, today was 1/4" of ice on my EV so I have to heat...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 12-16-2012, 10:17 AM
Replies: 343
Views: 74,727
Posted By TheSGC
Last night I did my first high way run,...

Last night I did my first high way run, accidentally. I was going to a Christmas party with my girl friend and I had the GPS running and I was not paying attention and just got on the highway and was...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 11-13-2012, 04:01 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 74,727
Posted By TheSGC
It's solar actually. There is 10.5 KW of panels...

It's solar actually. There is 10.5 KW of panels on the roof that are grid tied to the charging stations. During the day the charging stations are fed by solar and are nuclear powered at night. We...
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