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Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 09-24-2012, 01:23 AM
Replies: 87
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Posted By SeniorSell
Delta-Q is the answer

I have the 2007 miles 40ZX 72V DC, Mine was before the upgraded Curtis AC Controller and AC induction motor. The new Delta charger was installed greater than 2 years ago by the previous owner. The...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-23-2012, 05:12 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 15,946
Posted By rmay635703
If they are floodies don't worry about it too...

If they are floodies don't worry about it too much, mine are up to a half volt out of balance and there is nothing I can do about it (and their gel which is worse)
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 08-06-2012, 10:09 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 15,946
Posted By rmay635703
I have the gear ratios and final drive for the...

I have the gear ratios and final drive for the stock 4sp that should be in the miles, might have to compare to the daihatsu 5sp, maybe they geared a little lower because of the 5 gears?

In any...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 07-30-2012, 08:32 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 15,946
Posted By rmay635703
I am measuring battery amps off the last battery...

I am measuring battery amps off the last battery in the string to the controller. (have to look when I get home but its the one up front next to the controller) It is possible I am forcing more...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 07-23-2012, 06:58 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 15,946
Posted By rmay635703
I just glued a couple plastic mounting tabs to...

I just glued a couple plastic mounting tabs to the top of the black box (by the battery that has contactors and controller inside)

I then bought a cheap 1' ought 3 battery cable and put the shunt...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 06-18-2012, 10:15 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 15,946
Posted By rmay635703
Sorry to hear about the batteries, depending on...

Sorry to hear about the batteries, depending on where they were at, I would have considered buying them from you (if you and I were close by at some point)

I strongly recommend you buy an ammeter....
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 06-04-2012, 01:28 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 15,946
Posted By rmay635703
I agree, I have been irritated with D&D and...

I agree, I have been irritated with D&D and others by their desire to hide motor specs...

And actually motor power curves for EVs are almost as impossible to get as BSFC charts for gasoline...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 06-04-2012, 10:10 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 15,946
Posted By rmay635703
If they have they aren't talking, best to talk to...

If they have they aren't talking, best to talk to the former zenn/miles dealer in Ohio.

I do know D&D makes a motor.

Thing is there really isn't any gain/point to AC on a miles vehicle, not...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 05-18-2012, 04:11 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 15,946
Posted By rmay635703
Sadly there is no rushing desulphation/separator...

Sadly there is no rushing desulphation/separator separation. The only thing that would help is if you focus only on the 2 worst batteries then use the car short distances once the 2 baddies are up...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 05-14-2012, 08:03 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 15,946
Posted By rmay635703
Your speed and behavior is pretty typical, an NEV...

Your speed and behavior is pretty typical, an NEV is meant to maintain 21-24mph on flat ground, that means up hill you aren't going to move very fast.



If they are warped it means a couple...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 05-10-2012, 10:15 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 15,946
Posted By rmay635703
No just touch the (2) terminals on each battery,...

No just touch the (2) terminals on each battery, there is a positive bolt and a negative on each.

There are only (2) danger areas on a miles car the battery charger itself and inside the contactor...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 05-07-2012, 10:15 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 15,946
Posted By rmay635703
Your car likely has the larger motor (8hp 72v...

Your car likely has the larger motor (8hp 72v style). Though the small motor also came in a 72v variety (5hp)

If you have the less efficient but larger motor (bigger than 6.5" diameter) your best...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 05-04-2012, 03:46 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 15,946
Posted By MetroMPG
I didn't know that. Check with this distributor?...

I didn't know that. Check with this distributor? Econogics, Inc. Products and Services (http://www.econogics.com/busys/sysindex.htm#PakTrakr)

I don't know of any others. (Doesn't mean that...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 05-04-2012, 01:47 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 15,946
Posted By MetroMPG
I also STRONGLY recommend an LED pack monitor...

I also STRONGLY recommend an LED pack monitor which graphically displays the state of charge of each battery in your pack WHILE UNDER LOAD.

It's particularly important for an older or "mystery"...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 05-04-2012, 01:30 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 15,946
Posted By rmay635703
Those batteries are very good if you use the car...

Those batteries are very good if you use the car every day and charge but
Use it or Loose it.

I strongly recommend you DO NOT drive the car when you get it home!

Buy a $3 DVM at harbor...
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