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When I unplugged this morning the voltage meter was up to 174 - still appreciably short of a full tank of 180. This corresponds with Hybrid Automotive's instructions which describe the system approaching the full mark but then hovering short of it as it drags up the lagging cells.

This partially balanced pack's capacity is leaps and bounds better than even when I bought the car back in July. Imagine how much better it will be after I've been able to overnight it another night or two.

So far fuel economy isn't showing any appreciable difference but it's only been 20 miles and this morning dawned colder and wet, so environmental factors are conspiring against my getting better numbers anytime very soon. And that isn't why I got this thing: I got it because it's only $500 to rejuvenate my pack and keep it working, as opposed to purchasing a new pack for $2000. The whole point of a hybrid is economy, and that's how I roll.