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Tue, 16 Feb 2010 13:42:03 EST
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Richard Thanks to Jeff Thomas I can provide you the software on CD. I personally have not done it myself so I would have to struggle my way though it. Jeff has by far more knowledge doing this then anyone. Curious have you considered the NiMH algorithm? The lead is going to ma...
Steve Hawkins
Tue, 16 Feb 2010 09:08:35 -0700
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Hi Richard, To do this you query the vehicle for its VIN # via the Tech 2. You then link the Tech 2 to the GM SPS system and query for BPCM calibrations [there are four possibilities for a '97 VIN; the 1) Delco cal., 2) Panasonic PbA cal,, 3) Ovonic NiMH initial install cal.,...
Chris Reeves
Fri, 12 Feb 2010 23:20:09 -0800 (PST)
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On Tuesday a group of former EV1 drivers got the chance to test drive the Chevy Volt. Granted it was just in the large parking lot of the Long Beach Convention Center after a pouring rain and in the almost freezing cold. Well freezing for SoCal. For myself, I found the Volt to...
McMullin, Kevin
Fri, 12 Feb 2010 10:55:12 -0500
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The Tech 2 I recently purchased on eBay has a 32 MB card and the proper connector for the OBD 2 plug, and it works great. I did email the seller, before I purchased it, but he could not confirm that it would work on the electric drive. Only that it worked on GM through 2007. I...
Robin Sam Ku
Fri, 12 Feb 2010 08:26:59 -0700
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Kevin, All, Thanks for the pointer. Can anyone on the list confirm this is the correct Tech 2 for the S-10, and has, or can receive, the S-10 software module? It would be great to have a second Scan Tool available in the Denver area. Thanks! Robin Sam Ku Broomfield CO 98 S-10...
Tom Dowling
Thu, 11 Feb 2010 12:45:29 -0800
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I was going to send an announcement, but Sherry Boschert has beat me to it, and said it better than I could. The App is in the App Store now -- search on "ev charger". Jeff and I are working together to improve this app, and add new features. Jeff has done a great job! Stay tu...
Gil Dawson
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 16:09:57 -0800
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On Feb 10, 2010, at 7:58 A, Greg Brewsaugh wrote: > NiMH batteries have a very different charge profile than PbA The charging algorithm for NiMH also requires temperature sensors. --Gil
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Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:41:47 EST
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I still have a couple of pallets of the Ovonic NiMH modules. These have never been in S-10 so they should have around the same capacity as the ones installed by EVBones. The weather has been a little cool for waking up the batteries. In a month or two I will have cycled up a p...
Greg Brewsaugh
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 07:58:33 -0800
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There's likely to be a fit issue to begin with. NiMH batteries have a very different charge profile than PbA, so the existing BMS will NOT work unless it can be reprogrammed. Changing battery chemistries can be done, but it's a lot of very careful and relatively technical work...
kevin gildea
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:24:37 -0500
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Can the nimh be used in the 1993, 94, and/or 99 geo metro Forces (all lead-acid ev's)...and could their original chargers and controllers still be used as well? Kevin On Wed, Feb 10, 2010 at 10:00 AM, <[email removed]> wrote: > Send S10-EV mailing list submissions to > [email...
McMullin, Kevin
Tue, 9 Feb 2010 12:16:38 -0500
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Richard, Very exciting to hear you're going with a Lithium pack. I have new lead/acids in mine, so I'm not interested in NiMH cells. But it brings up several questions. How you're going to charge? Where you purchased the batteries? What type of BMS you're using? How the BPCM i...
McMullin, Kevin
Tue, 9 Feb 2010 07:38:44 -0500
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I was the lucky bidder on this one on eBay. No candi module but with a few other cables and adapters. It works great! http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170433388395&ssPageNa me=STRK:MEWAX:IT Kevin McMullin ________________________________ From: [email removed]...
casey hartman
Thu, 4 Feb 2010 14:58:12 -0800
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On the subject of manuals, I have a set of 1998 service manuals that I'll sell for $50, with binders plus shipping. They have some notes I've made during various repairs I've done on my ex-98 NiMH. Casey Hartman On Wed, Feb 3, 2010 at 2:22 PM, Rusty Schwartz <[email removed]>w...
Steve Gibbs
Thu, 4 Feb 2010 07:34:49 -0600
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Rusty, I obtained permission from GM a couple years ago to sell copies of the 1997 manuals. With Priority Shipping they are $100, which essentially covers getting the copies made and shipping them. Will this help? Steve Gibbs -----Original Message----- From: Rusty Schwartz [ma...
kevin gildea
Thu, 4 Feb 2010 10:04:59 -0500
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I have a set. Call me at 781-243-9699. Kevin Gildea On Thu, Feb 4, 2010 at 10:00 AM, <[email removed]> wrote: > Send S10-EV mailing list submissions to > [email removed] > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > http://five.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/s...
Michael Anzalone
Thu, 4 Feb 2010 09:09:19 -0500
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Hello, Upon arriving at work this morning, I attempted to charge my truck, but got a "Check Vehicle" error on my Gen1 charger. I checked for DTCs and found two which were readily cleared (I forgot which codes, but can check history), then tried to charge again. Still got the e...
McMullin, Kevin
Thu, 4 Feb 2010 06:43:02 -0500
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I think Kevin Gildea, (he is in this group), has them for sale? Like the Tech 2, the manuals should be included with every truck. Kevin McMullin -----Original Message----- From: [email removed] [mailto:[email removed]] On Behalf Of Rusty Schwartz Sent: Wednesday, February 03,...
Michael MacDonell
Tue, 2 Feb 2010 15:29:54 -0800 (PST)
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I got in on the group buy for the battery pack temp sensors. Thanks to all of you who arranged that. They should be arriving this week. I am replacing the sensors in my trucks while I have the dead packs out for charging. ?Can anyone provide some tips on replacing them. Do you...
McMullin, Kevin
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 07:03:06 -0500
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That search engine turned up a Tech 2 in NY. http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/ele/1559536237.html $2500. It appears we don't need the "Candi" add-on? And YES! Very happy with the heater. I had a nice warm ride to work today. THANKS! I installed a Truxedo bed cover and now My...
kevin gildea
Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:18:57 -0500
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The 97 and 98 s-10 battery boves have numerous support posts on each of the 2 layers (each battery has one per corner) which are part of the molded plastic and not removable.It would be possible to have a string of 26 heat pads, one under each battery, same size width and leng...
Rayan Ghazal
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:22:01 -0800
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Hello Niel, Inside is kinda what I was thinking. I also have never taken a battery box apart so I am not sure either about the room. We ( my wife and I) installed these under our new floor and the thickest part is actually the connector. We had to re-float the floor due to the...
McMullin, Kevin
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 07:11:23 -0500
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Hey Don... like I said, just thinking out loud. I received my new Webasto heater yesterday. Got too busy last night and can't wait to install it tonight. I was happy to see it comes with a new fuel pump and mounting bracket. Thanks! I did take a lot of pictures while I was tak...
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Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:40:11 EST
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Hello Kevin I would not put a heating pad directly under the batteries or on their sides. I never really seriously thought it out but your absolutely right you would not want to block the ventilation. Also the batteries are held nicely in place any type of mat would be in the...
McMullin, Kevin
Mon, 18 Jan 2010 13:48:55 -0500
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Could you possibly incorporate one of the Diesel Fired Heaters that Richard Falk is offering? Maybe a 2 3/8" duct in, at the bottom right rear of the battery box, (tapping into the existing vent system, below the lower batteries), for heated air in and a 2 3/8" duct at the top...
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Sun, 17 Jan 2010 16:28:31 EST
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To anyone following this thread. Keeping the batteries above 50 degrees is not only going to provide you more range you will vastly extend the life of your batteries. 60 degrees would be even better. Since this is a problem for only part of the year I have been using the Tech...
Rayan Ghazal
Fri, 15 Jan 2010 08:24:39 -0800
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Hello Niel, The cost may be higher but another option would be using floor heating elements. One of the most efficient is step warm floor. http://www.warmfloor.com/ They use thermostatic plastic which ensures that even without a thermostat the elements will not overheat. Rayan...
Alex Beamer
Wed, 13 Jan 2010 20:29:09 -0800
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I appreciate all the discussion about the battery back fan motor and all the advice. Several people have said they have put in redesigned replacement fan motors that have worked fine. I suspect all of these have gone into 1998 model S-10s. Has anyone put a redesigned replaceme...
Philip Morgan
Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:10:13 +0000
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Mine is a '98 PbA. Converted to NiMH I paid only $295 for the fan. That was "old" GM and I have no idea how they "price" such items today. - - Phil, from Palm Treo 755p using Palm Mail ---- Original Message ---- From: "Alex Beamer" <[email removed]> Date: 1/11/10 11:42 pm To:...
Paul Peavyhouse
Mon, 11 Jan 2010 21:00:29 -0800
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I had the same hesitation last year about buying an aftermarket fan. I went to my local dealer & they quoted me $400 for the fan. That was over the top and I went home and then found a compatible replacement fan for <$90. I pulled the trigger, bought the fan, it arrived and lo...
Alex Beamer
Mon, 11 Jan 2010 20:42:23 -0800
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Phil, When I went to my local Chevy dealership today, they got my 1997 truck's vin number and brought a replacement fan motor out that they said matched what was called for. They wanted $500 full retail for it. It looked a little different than what my fan motor looks like. It...