Noah Podolefsky
Thu, 18 Nov 2010 08:29:54 -0700
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Appears to be 21.45 Ah. The full spec sheet can be found here: http://www.shop.emcbattery.com/media/WKA12-33C.pdf Unfortunately, this sheet shows that the full height is actually 7.02" with the connectors...so may not work after all. -Noah On 11/18/2010 7:29 AM, [email removed...
Noah Podolefsky
Thu, 18 Nov 2010 07:39:06 -0700
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Thanks everyone for your help with batteries. Kevin Kayden had some advice for us, and I just wanted to get some clarification. We were considering a bank of 52 batteries, 26 sets of 2 in parallel. Could someone explain why parallel sets of PbA batteries are a bad idea? We hav...
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Thu, 18 Nov 2010 09:47:43 GMT
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Hi, I have a 1997 Ev in Atlanta Ga, thinking about selling. This one is all origional, may need some battery work, and have 2 paddle chargers. I am considering offers. ____________________________________________________________ Get Free Email with Video Mail & Video Chat! htt...
Kevin Kayden
Wed, 17 Nov 2010 22:20:53 -0500
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First, congratulations on the S10EV. It will be a challenge to get it working. I have been stuck on the battery dilemma for awhile now. I need to know if the truck works before I buy the batteries, but I can't figure out if the truck works without buying the batteries. So it i...
Noah Podolefsky
Tue, 16 Nov 2010 14:32:56 -0700
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Thanks for the advice Kevin. I noticed those are designed as UPS batteries, so wondering how well they hold up in an EV? I actually found some batteries made by Werker that are designed for mobile applications...very similar to B&B batteries that are made for EV's. They are 12...
Gil Dawson
Tue, 16 Nov 2010 13:04:43 -0800
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Hi, Noah-- Welcome to the learning center. On Nov 15, 2010, at 7:35 PM, Noah Podolefsky wrote: > - Does anyone know if the DC-DC for power steering/AC is built into the controller, or a separate unit? And, what voltage / current output does it put out? The PSM (Power Steering...
Jerry Pohorsky
Tue, 16 Nov 2010 07:34:45 -0800
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Hi Noah, The large paddle charger should be fairly easy to get since they are no longer needed by most EV drivers. Many EV1 drivers just gave theirs away for free after their EV1 lease was over. There are several public charging stations here in California where those large pa...
Isaac Podolefsky
Tue, 16 Nov 2010 08:45:31 -0600
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Hi Guys, If you had read my posts last week, Noah is my brother so perhaps you can draw the connection between his questions and mine since it's the same truck. There is one thing that I was mistaken about regarding the truck. They thought the truck had 1,000, but it turns out...
McMullin, Kevin
Tue, 16 Nov 2010 08:48:59 -0500
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Hi Noah, Welcome to the group. I have a Lead Acid 97 S10E. If you haven't done so already, go to the archives and read up on what others have done. I used Deka Unigy 12AVR-75 batteries. Are they a good choice? Time will tell I guess. I did have 3 bad batteries. I replaced them...
Noah Podolefsky
Mon, 15 Nov 2010 20:35:17 -0700
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Hi all, My brother and I just picked up a '97 EV S10. The story is, it was owned by a company that was testing different batteries in the truck. It has 15k miles on it. We took it for $2000. Here's the deal: It has no batteries. They replaced the original charger with a progra...
Greg Rohrauer
Fri, 12 Nov 2010 15:35:10 -0500
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The inner CV joints of a ?98 era Saturn SL2 will fit, but the tripod end is physically smaller. Greg. email: [email removed]<mailto:[email removed]> From: [email removed] [mailto:[email removed]] On Behalf Of [email removed] Sent: Friday, November 12, 2010 3:06 PM To: S10E Lis...
McMullin, Kevin
Thu, 11 Nov 2010 11:23:00 -0500
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Richard, I would not want to guess at which wire would interrupt the charge. I only cut the paddle present, (Dark Green), wire in my harness to test it. There is a ground, (Black), and a power, (Red or Orange), in that plug. The power wire may do it. I don't have the books her...
McMullin, Kevin
Thu, 11 Nov 2010 09:44:39 -0500
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Thanks Jeff, Yes, you could drive away with paddle inserted. However if I turn the key on, with paddle inserted, I immediately get a "Service Soon" light and the 287 code. Since I have never been into the charge receptacle, I figured an external micro switch would be easier. I...
Jeff Thomas
Thu, 11 Nov 2010 07:14:48 -0700
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Kevin, I need to add that your reed switch has failed to the degree that the embedded magnets in the charger paddle do not activate it while the paddle is installed. This presents a safety issue whereas you could inadvertently drive away from the charger with the paddle still...
McMullin, Kevin
Thu, 11 Nov 2010 07:54:44 -0500
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I thought I posted this last night but I guess it didn't make it. Richard, Doesn't look like you can use the paddle present wire to interrupt a charge. Jeff pointed me in the right direction with the magnet in the paddle info. I located the magnet in the paddle, and determined...
Niel Nielsen
Wed, 10 Nov 2010 17:30:13 -0600
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Isaac, Welcome to the group! I live in the Chicago area. I have a '98 NiMH, purchased from EVBones about 4 years ago. Niel Nielsen -----Original Message----- >> From:[email removed] >> [mailto:[email removed]] On Behalf Of Isaac Podolefsky >> Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 8...
McMullin, Kevin
Wed, 10 Nov 2010 15:02:20 -0500
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Jeff, Sorry about that. I have no idea why that sent that way. Kevin McMullin ________________________________ From: [email removed] [mailto:[email removed]] On Behalf Of [email removed] Sent: Wednesday, November 10, 2010 1:41 PM To: Jeff Thomas Cc: [email removed] Subject: Re...
McMullin, Kevin
Wed, 10 Nov 2010 14:53:51 -0500
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Richard, Jeff is certainly the authority here, but I'm in the middle of trying to repair my paddle present circuit and may be able to check some things that you normally wouldn't have a need to check. I think my reed switch may be stuck on. I have the pan removed from my truck...
Isaac Podolefsky
Wed, 10 Nov 2010 08:33:35 -0600
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I like the idea on the tilt bed. What kind of range do you get with that battery selection? I've also noticed some guys talking about a tech tool. What's that? I have a OBD-II code reader, but i assumed that it's not going to understand anything from an EV. haha... On Wed, Nov...
McMullin, Kevin
Wed, 10 Nov 2010 09:21:12 -0500
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Hi Isaac, With a lot of work, I put Deka Unigy 12AVR-75 batteries in my truck. The cost was around $4600.00. They are all in the box, after I modified it. I cut the top of the box and raised it about 3" to accommodate the taller batteries. I also added a tilt bed and can now a...
Isaac Podolefsky
Wed, 10 Nov 2010 07:47:32 -0600
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Hi Don, Thanks for the tips and suggestions. Since the truck doesn't have any batteries at all, I will put some very careful consideration into what route we choose to go. As much as I would love to look into some of the more powerful and efficient batteries, there is a bit of...
Stephen Weitz
Tue, 9 Nov 2010 20:19:52 -0800
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Anyone have a Tech tool in the SF Bay Area that I can rent for a day? I need to clear some error codes to charge my truck. I was away for a couple of weeks and my neighbor charged it for me. On the 3rd week it quit charging with E2 error. Thanks for your help! Stephen in Oakla...
Jeff Thomas
Tue, 9 Nov 2010 20:34:57 -0700
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Kevin, I don't know if any have replied directly to this question. There is a reed switch embedded in a sealed section in the roof (underside ceiling) of the paddle receptacle that responds to your insertion of the paddle into the charge port by initiating the async communicat...
Lloyd Campbell
Tue, 9 Nov 2010 15:50:07 -0600
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Hello Group, With reluctance, I have finally brought myself to advertise my truck for sale. It is a '97 lead acid truck. Eric Luebben from Irvine CA was the originator of this truck. Eric replaced all battery modules with Panasonic modules used in the Tahoe Hybrid in early '08...
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Tue, 9 Nov 2010 14:16:51 EST
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Hello Isaac Welcome to the S-10 list. I changed the subject line to reflect the content of the post. A thousand miles that is extremely low miles. Usually a truck will have at least 4 or 5 thousand miles before no longer functioning. I have found with low mile dead EVs there w...
Isaac Podolefsky
Tue, 9 Nov 2010 08:57:25 -0600
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It needs batteries (as it currently has none) and I think the power supply for the AC unit and Power Steering need repair/replacing. Other than that it should be in excellent condition since it only has 1,000 original miles. I'm not as technical with electronics as my brother...
McMullin, Kevin
Tue, 9 Nov 2010 09:18:00 -0500
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Welcome Isaac, I'm in Bear Delaware. Good luck with your truck. Is it up and running? Kevin McMullin -----Original Message----- From: [email removed] [mailto:[email removed]] On Behalf Of Isaac Podolefsky Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 8:58 AM To: [email removed] Subject: Re...
Isaac Podolefsky
Tue, 9 Nov 2010 07:57:49 -0600
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Good morning everyone, I just wanted to introduce myself and say hello. I am buying a 97 S10 EV on Friday and thought I would join this list. Perhaps a bit premature since the truck is not in my hands yet, but to say the least, I am very excited about my discovery. Out of curi...
Pat Williams
Tue, 9 Nov 2010 00:11:04 -0800
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Hi Scott & All, I have a 98 S-10EV with NiMH batteries that are at the end of their usable life. I am looking for recommendations on replacements. Regarding the 287 code, I have found a work around that seems to get me back up when my pack has been discharged too far. Go to th...
McMullin, Kevin
Mon, 8 Nov 2010 12:14:12 -0500
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Richard, Do you have the service manuals? You may be able to use the Temperature circuit. That will shut the charger down and it will display, "Stand by", (on the Gen 1 charger). You will get a "temp" light on the dash. Since my paddle switch is apparently not working, I'm not...