[EVDL] BMS recommendations

2022-06-18 Thread MacWrench via EV
Hi All, I've been lurking in the background for some time now, occasionally responding since my background is that of a mechanic (auto tech) with extensive experience in electrical and fuel injection systems. I "retired" about 15 years back and went to work part time for Maine Organic Farmers

Re: [EVDL] kWh versus charging temperature

2022-04-03 Thread MacWrench via EV
Peri, I'm no chemist but I do know that batteries just do not perform well when cold and 20F is cold for a battery. That is why my 1994 Solectria came equipped with heaters in the battery boxes. It is true that Nissan doesn't have a heater for the battery? On Sun, April 3, 2022 7:21 pm, Peri

Re: [EVDL] FS: GE ElecTrak Rototiller - Complete

2022-03-16 Thread MacWrench via EV
Being fairly new (6 mo. or so) to this list, I haven't yet gotten a sense what is completely inappropriate and what is tolerated. so far, I have found it to be interesting and occasionally informative. Seeing this posting reminds me of a co-worker in Portland OR who was very into EVs in the