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MazdaMatt · 07-25-2008, 12:52 PM

Is it a practical idea to use a parallel/series switch like a 2-speed transmission? Start out in 72V for low speeds so you have the parallel current handling ability, then go to 144 in top gear when you need the higher speeds?

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MazdaMatt Master EcoModder Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: London, Ontario Posts: 1,096 2k2Prot5 - '02 Mazda Protege5 90 day: 33.82 mpg (US) Thanks: 0 Thanked 17 Times in 14 Posts	Is it a practical idea to use a parallel/series switch like a 2-speed transmission? Start out in 72V for low speeds so you have the parallel current handling ability, then go to 144 in top gear when you need the higher speeds?