Michael MacDonell
Sun, 29 Nov 2009 12:11:06 -0800 (PST)
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Yes I am still considering the trucks. I am concerned though that the trucks aren't running and can't be tested. Just like when purchasing an ICE vehicle you are taking chances that the systems are okay. But what if the batteries are trashed from overheating during charging or...
gardnerh
Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:31:45 -0800
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I'd like to let everyone here know that my batteryless but otherwise perfect 1997 truck is now available here before it goes to EBay or Craigslist. I has been modified for NiMH batteries by EVBones but the batteries are toast, have been removed and the box cleaned out so that...
gardnerh
Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:27:46 -0800
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Michael, there is a good firm out here which probably will give you a discount on the transport of two trucks at the same time. It's called State 2 State Transport and they are located on Elm Street in Fullerton, CA. 877-241-2375. If you call ask for Judy or Dave and let them...
McMullin, Kevin
Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:10:14 -0500
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Hi Michael, I'm new to this group too. I was doing the exact same thing as you when I heard of these trucks. Everyone has an opinion but here's why I bought one of the factory built trucks. As you know, the price of a complete quality kit to convert an ICE vehicle to pure Elec...
Michael MacDonell
Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:06:36 -0800 (PST)
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Hi all, my name is Michael MacDonell and I am located in the Atlanta Georgia area. I was looking to for info on building a electric S10 when I came across the S10E. ?I have found a For Sale listing for 2 '97 trucks that have been upgraded to the Nimh batteries by Evbones, that...
McMullin, Kevin
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:08:45 -0500
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Thanks Gil, My post was not meant to "Rub" anyone the wrong way. I know how frustrating it can be to try to diagnose a problem when there's only a hand full of people that know anything about what you're working on. (I'm dealing with one of those problems myself). Kevin McMull...
Philip Morgan
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:55:54 +0000
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Nope, not at all. I never said anything about where I set heater temp control. All I ever referenced was ambient temps when I was observing heat pump behavior. Review my previous messages if you have doubts. In comment about the thermostats, I said I had no frame of reference...
McMullin, Kevin
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:29:34 -0500
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Just to clarify... It's an outside temperature of 40 degrees or less that engages the diesel heater and turns off the heat pump. One may assume you're talking about where you set the "Thermostat" on your temp control. All of this is also covered in your owner's manual. Kevin M...
Phil Morgan
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:13:18 -0500
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Gil: I don't know. Since I now know my heat pump works, I have no context for that till I look up how to check the 40*?**F* thermostat. - - Philip Morgan Gil Dawson wrote: > <div class="moz-text-flowed" style="font-family: -moz-fixed">IIRC, The > 40?F thermostat causes the ker...
Adams, Lynn
Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:14:38 -0700
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Yes, if the thermostat is below 40, the heat pump will not come on and the diesel heater is engaged. You can play with it a little by placing a resistor in series or parallel with the thermistor located behind the front grill to either allow the heat pump to work (very ineffec...
Gil Dawson
Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:53:12 -0800
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IIRC, The 40?F thermostat causes the kerosene heater to light up, if it can. Do you suppose that it also prevents the heat pump from operating? On Nov 16, 2009, at 6:01 A, Philip Morgan wrote: > Steve: > > I never doubted it. I probably didn't realize that the button was > nec...
Philip Morgan
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:03:39 +0000
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Can't say that I understand them but I have a friend at a local Chevrolet dealer who has offered to let me use them (2000 pages as I recall he told me). Have you any insights on the problem or the use of the ScanTool for this issue? - - Phil, from Palm Treo 755p using Palm Mai...
Philip Morgan
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:35:45 +0000
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Ryan: I'd expect it to do that but how would it limit heating at 45? F when batteries should be quite cool? The cooling fan operates fine and should be keeping the batteries cool? I've heard of the HVAC control taking the A/C cooling away on hot days (>90?F) but I hadn't heard...
Philip Morgan
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:19:47 +0000
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Patrick: Interesting idea. I have only used that lower righthand button when temps are below 40?F. The heat used to pour our very well at 45?-50? F but doesn't do so anymore. - - Phil, from Palm Treo 755p using Palm Mail ---- Original Message ---- From: "[email removed]" <[ema...
Ryan Dela
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:18:12 -0800
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The truck hvac controller also prioritizes battery temperature and health over driver comfort. I had my truck in South Dakota for a few years and the exercise runs I would do with it in the dead of winter we not fun. Ryan On Nov 12, 2009, at 7:11 AM, Philip Morgan wrote: > Tha...
Philip Morgan
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:11:45 +0000
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Thanks. I'll check on that but have A/C cooling so I'm expecting it's ok. - - Phil, from Palm Treo 755p using Palm Mail ---- Original Message ---- From: "Stephen Weitz" <[email removed]> Date: 11/12/09 12:29 am To: "[email removed]" <[email removed]> Subj: Re: [S10-EV] Heat Pu...
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Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:50:19 -0800
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It may not be this simple, but its always best to cover the basics first. The heater will not operate just by turning the temp knob from cold to hot (as one might expect). You MUST also press the heater button in the lower right corner of the environmental control panel. I am...
Steve H
Mon, 9 Nov 2009 08:27:10 -0800 (PST)
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Michael (Cc S-10EV list): ? Thanks for the additional info and the attached documents.? I have compared the U.S. Sensor Temp vs Resistance data to that in the S-10EV "Internal Battery Pack Controls" Manual, page 6-7.? Within the range of battery temps we would expect, the U.S....
Michael Anzalone
Mon, 9 Nov 2009 10:04:50 -0500
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Steve, The temperature vs. resistance table for these sensors is printed in the service manual. I sent that information to U.S. Sensor Corp. in Orange, CA, and received a quote based on those specs. I have attached the documents that they sent me to this email; I'm not sure ho...
Michael Anzalone
Sun, 8 Nov 2009 09:51:57 -0500
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Hi Don (copy to S10-EV list), Based on my communication with the manufacturer, I am very confident that they can provide replacements to match the specs of our sensors. Unfortunately, the parts are made to order, and samples are not available. I will ask the manufacturer about...
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Sun, 8 Nov 2009 02:55:22 EST
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Hello Michael Is it certain these replacement thermistors are going to work? Steve would be in a good position to try a sample if they would provide one. I would be willing to buy at least 100 to get the price down. What is the next price break? If we can get a larger group bu...
Michael Anzalone
Fri, 6 Nov 2009 21:04:35 -0500
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I have located a supplier who can supply sensors which would match those in our S-10s. If there's enough interest from others in the group, perhaps we could place an order. The minimum order quantity is 50 pieces @ about $7 each, but 100 pieces would cost only about $5 each. L...
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Sun, 1 Nov 2009 18:47:32 GMT
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Well guess what Mike, I have an S10e also without batteries. I intend to do the exact same thing to mine if someone doesn't buy it or I cannot donate it for what it's worth to a university or other institution. I have 27K in it now which includes the NiMH battery pack that nea...
Paul Peavyhouse
Sat, 31 Oct 2009 14:28:04 -0700
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WOW! Makes me almost sick to see that someone found more value in the body parts than the electric components! Pv On Sat, Oct 31, 2009 at 11:11 AM, MJA <[email removed]> wrote: > Attention fellow S10 owners: > > I noticed this item on eBay, and thought that someone here might...
MJA
Sat, 31 Oct 2009 14:11:00 -0400
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Attention fellow S10 owners: I noticed this item on eBay, and thought that someone here might be interested. I am not the seller, nor do I have any association with him/her, just wanted to share this. Best, Michael Anzalone 1998 S10E (Native NiMH) ~26,400 miles on odometer ~3,...
McMullin, Kevin
Sat, 31 Oct 2009 07:30:59 -0400
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I purchased a 1997 S10EV in May, on eBay. I took the first "Full Power" ride in it yesterday, 10/30. I used Deka 12AVR-75 batteries with a zener diode regulator on each one to prevent overcharging. All 26 fit in the original box with some modification to the box and the bed of...
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Mon, 26 Oct 2009 23:17:10 -0700
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The battery "fuel" gauge will "wag" after the aux power or the high voltage has been disconnected. The first (and only) time that I have seen this was after dropping the battery box to install the fire suppression system. It does this to indicate that it no longer knows where...
Stephen Weitz
Mon, 26 Oct 2009 19:52:17 -0700
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What do you mean by thermal limit cutoff? You have to charge until the charger says complete and the charger turns itself off. Otherwise, without a complete charge, your gauge will continue to do that. And yes, if you have interrupted power in your 12 volt system, then the bac...
Paul Peavyhouse
Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:00:53 -0700
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When was the last time you replaced the Aux battery? Try replacing that and see if it helps. You are supposed to replace it every year. Pv On 10/26/09, Philip Morgan <[email removed]> wrote: > My '98 S10-Etruck (NiMH battery pack) has developed a problem that causes > its batt...
Philip Morgan
Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:39:59 +0000
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My '98 S10-Etruck (NiMH battery pack) has developed a problem that causes its battery "fuel" gauge to cycle from empty to current charge level and back to empty at an interval of 2-3 secs. I've performed several charges to the thermal limit cutoff as suggested by a fellow S10E...