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Old 10-23-2019, 02:08 PM   #55 (permalink)
redpoint5
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Acura TSX - '06 Acura TSX
90 day: 24.19 mpg (US)

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90 day: 47.32 mpg (US)

Big Yeller - Dodge/Cummins - '98 Dodge Ram 2500 base
90 day: 21.82 mpg (US)

Chevy ZR-2 - '03 Chevrolet S10 ZR2
90 day: 17.14 mpg (US)

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I measured typical running draw at 14A on the TSX some time ago. That would give me about 20 min before the alternator kicks on using my 5aH battery. That discharge curve looks just about right for the alternator to kick on. I'd want it to leave about 20% charge just to prolong battery longevity. I'll have to test this out and see how low my battery goes before the alternator kicks in. Unfortunately I expect to be running about 3C discharge.
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