Ken Vadnais
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:26:23 -0800
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I can see how the batteries could fit in the enclosure in this fashion if they were no larger than the NiMH ones. However some manufacturers do not recommend connecting their Lithium batteries in parallel because the protection mechanisms won't work correctly in the case of a...
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Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:32:47 EST
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Hello Kevin As Jeff stated electronics is not one of my strong points. Since you have a lead truck my belief is some where around 60 Amp hours the BMS is going to shut down charging. It will allow a little more for balancing on some charge cycles but it should shut down. With...
rayan ghazal
Mon, 8 Mar 2010 20:07:26 -0800
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Thanks to all for your patient advice! I received the Tech2 without a manual and subsequently tried to work through the process in the void of technical information. I was finally able to get a copy of the manual and could see then that the hinged door at the top of the Tech2...
McMullin, Kevin
Thu, 4 Mar 2010 15:20:32 -0500
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Thanks Dave, My truck is lead acid. I have had the convenience charger die on me and have fixed it. It has been dependable ever since. The outside temp was about 38 so I tried to just put my hand around the Ambient sensor this morning, to warm it, but it still tried to heat th...
Dave Skweir
Thu, 4 Mar 2010 12:04:50 -0800 (PST)
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Kevin , I'm not sure if you've read in the archives but there has been a lot of discussion about the limitations of the 120 volt convenience charger . There were only designed to charge lead acid EV1's and S10's , they won't work on a NiMh vehicle because of the lack of power...
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Thu, 4 Mar 2010 13:08:15 EST
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Scanned all Craigslist ads in USA for Tech2 reporting results. There are many others listed these were just the lowest. Don GM Scan Tool TECH 2 - $1500 (DFW) _http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/ele/1614970917.html_ (http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/ele/1614970917.html) GM tech 2...
Rusty Schwartz
Wed, 3 Mar 2010 16:49:22 -0800
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I recently purchased a Tech 2 for my 1997 S-10EV (upgraded to NiMH by EV Bones). The Tech 2 came only with the DLC cable and 16/19 pin adapter. Hopefully I wont need a power adapter or the loopback adapter, because none came with it. Can someone give me the answer to a rookie...
Thomas W. Dowling
Wed, 3 Mar 2010 09:10:41 -0800
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From: bruce tomb [mailto:[email removed]] Sent: Tuesday, March 02, 2010 8:09 AM To: [email removed] Subject: help Hello, I sent in a request for help on our project on the 22nd, and it was never posted. Please let me know if there is a problem. Thanks, Bruce I have pasted in o...
Rayan Ghazal
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:27:56 -0800
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Hello All, I searched the Archives and tried to find answers before writing. Earlier this year we finally purchased a tech 2, we finally pulled the trigger on what I thought was a fair price (buy it now)and did not want it to get away. I unfortunately assumed it had the softwa...
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Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:49:03 EST
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I think someone all ready addressed the best way to do this with a used Tech2. Is have them plug it in and find the vehicle listed. When I contacted the manufacturer buying a new unit the S-10 EV was there but that was 6 years ago. The used ones out there are going to be hit a...
Robin Sam Ku
Sun, 21 Feb 2010 14:27:07 -0700
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Don, List, Good advice. I contacted the seller this morning and he replied "I still have the item but a few people are interested so I am going to take the highest offer". There is another fellow on ebay (racerbrown) that deals in Tech 2 scanners. Prices range between 2600 (eb...
Michael Anzalone
Sun, 21 Feb 2010 13:29:29 -0500
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Hello, I recently purchased a 2008 Chevy Impala, and would like to update the software in my Tech2 so that I can use it with this vehicle as well as my S10. Can anybody offer any information on how to do this? Thanks in advance, Michael Anzalone =D~ =D~ =D~ =D~ =D~ =D~ =D~ =D~...
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Sun, 21 Feb 2010 13:33:36 EST
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Hello Robin If your going to do a long distance buy I would get an email from the seller that the item does work. Then make payment using either Visa or MasterCard though PayPal. Not doing the above would put you at great risk. You could end up buying a non working unit or sen...
Robin Sam Ku
Sun, 21 Feb 2010 09:42:49 -0700
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Don, You're a prince! Thanks for the alert. Robin in Broomfield CO Owner of a '98 S-10 EV but not a Tech 2 ________________________________ From: [email removed] [mailto:[email removed]] Sent: Saturday, February 20, 2010 8:57 PM To: [email removed] Subject: [S10-EV] Tech 2 GM...
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Sat, 20 Feb 2010 22:56:32 EST
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Looks like a good buy Don _http://flint.craigslist.org/ele/1606949022.html_ (http://flint.craigslist.org/ele/1606949022.html) -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://five.pairlist.net/mailman/private/s10-ev/attachments/20100220/4...
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.,...
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Fri, 12 Feb 2010 09:22:17 -0700
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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...
McMullin, Kevin
Thu, 11 Feb 2010 11:13:23 -0500
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Tech 2 on ebay. Buy it now is less than I just paid. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/TECH-2-SCAN-TOOL-VETRONIX-CABLE-AND-32MB- 10MB-CARDS_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem230543cdaeQQitemZ150412185006QQptZ MotorsQ5fAutomotiveQ5fTools Kevin McMullin -------------- next part ----------...
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...
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Tue, 9 Feb 2010 13:50:49 EST
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Hello Kevin That was a good buy glad you got it. I have been following them on eBay and most of the time it is mostly really well worn used ones that sell for that amount. >From the few owners with them I have talked to the best buys have been off Craigslist. I would advise th...
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]...
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Tue, 9 Feb 2010 02:18:49 EST
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In the SFBay area brand new. I know nothing more than what is in the ad except I paid more than this. Says willing to make a deal and you could sell the candi module. I recommend you test unit on you S-10 before you buy. Don GM TECH 2 W/CANDI MODULE - $2400 (concord / pleasant...
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,...
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...
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Wed, 20 Jan 2010 19:48:03 EST
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Hello Kevin Glad you liked the heater. I would have to agree having a Tech2 is a huge advantage. I also was thinking how this group could help one another out. So as you say Kevin thinking out loud how about this idea? We all post whenever we find a Tech2 on Craigslist. I know...