[EVDL] EVLN: i3 EV self-parks> driver climbs out of window to prove (video)

2014-08-06 Thread brucedp5 via EV
EVLN: i3 EV self-parks> driver climbs out of window to prove (video) % See Romanian pilot/driver Porcisteanu prove the i3 EV parks itself, listen to the sounds the i3 makes as it self-parks % http://www.inautonews.com/video-see-a-bmw-i3-park-itself (VIDEO) See a BMW i3 park itself by Cristian Gn

[EVDL] EVLN: BMW i3 vs Nissan Leaf – EV Comparison

2014-08-06 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.bmwblog.com/2014/07/30/bmw-i3-vs-nissan-leaf-comparison/ BMW i3 vs Nissan Leaf – Comparison July 30th, 2014 by Horatiu Boeriu [image http://www.bmwblog.com/wp-content/uploads/bmw-i3-vs-nissan-leaf-galeriebild-1127480952207329656.jpg / Motor-Talk.de ] AutoExpress UK compares the new

Re: [EVDL] Hybrid Mustang: motorcycle drivetrain?

2014-08-06 Thread Roland via EV
EVDL Administrator via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> To: Electric Vehicle Discussion List<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> Sent: Wednesday, August 06, 2014 10:02 AM Subject: Re: [EVDL] Hybrid Mustang: motorcycle drivetrain? On 6 Aug 2014 at 3:37, Dennis Miles via EV wrote: > Ben,

[EVDL] Autonomous/irobot/arm charging: EVLN: i3 EV self-parks

2014-08-06 Thread brucedp5 via EV
I think For all EVLN posts use: http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/template/NamlServlet.jtp?macro=search_page&node=413529&query=evln&sort=date {brucedp.150m.com} - On Wed, Aug 6, 2014, at 11:20 AM, Ben Goren via EV wrote: > On Aug 6, 2

Re: [EVDL] Hybrid Mustang: motorcycle drivetrain?

2014-08-06 Thread Roland via EV
pulley surfaces, to maintain the torque and horsepower needed. I install this system in 1980 and still running it today even with the same industrial power belts. Roland - Original Message - From: Ben Goren via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> To: Roger Stockton<mail

[EVDL] EVLN: Undecided Tesla breaks ground @Reno> 4states not ruled out (video)

2014-08-07 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.koat.com/news/tesla-breaks-ground-in-reno-but-undecided-on-gigafactory/27251036 Tesla breaks ground in Reno but undecided on gigafactory By Royale Da Jul 31, 2014 [video flash] Four other states not ruled out ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Tesla officials announced Thursday that they broke gro

[EVDL] EVLN: Tesla sez it plans to have Model X Alphas by next week

2014-08-07 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://gigaom.com/2014/07/31/tesla-says-it-plans-to-have-model-x-alphas-by-next-week/ Tesla says it plans to have Model X Alphas by next week By Katie Fehrenbacher [images http://gigaom2.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/dsc01084.jpg Elon Musk explaining falcon wings https://gigaom-pro-files.s3.ama

[EVDL] EVLN: Icon Helios> a Howard-Hughes&Gordon-Buehrig drunk-dream r:380mi

2014-08-08 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/icon-helios-is-incredible-2014-08-04 The new Icon Helios is incredible Vijay Pattni 04 August 2014 [image http://www.topgear.com/uk/imageresize/image.jpg?OriginalImageUrl=%2fuk%2fassets%2fcms%2fca96a73b-5594-4e47-ab6e-55a4dbe81ead%2fLarge+Image.jpg (Helios s

[EVDL] EVLN: Smart ForFour Cabrio EV Confirmed For 2016 Release

2014-08-08 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.mobilemag.com/2014/08/04/smart-forfour-cabrio-electric-car-2016-release/ Smart ForFour Cabrio Electric Drive Car Confirmed, Set For 2016 Release By Leslie Pulipa / August 4, 2014 [image http://www.mobilemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Smart-ForFour-Cabrio-Electric-Drive-Car.jpg S

Re: [EVDL] To Noalox, or Not to Noalox

2014-08-08 Thread brucedp5 via EV
, Aug 7, 2014, at 08:22 PM, Rick Beebe via EV wrote: > REAP Systems in England did test that in a lab last year. You can see a > video presentation they did on the EVTV web site. Go to video archives, > August 16, 2013. A direct link is > http://media3.ev-tv.me/news081613-iPhone.m4v. The

Re: [EVDL] To Noalox, or Not to Noalox

2014-08-08 Thread Roland via EV
when I replace them. Roland - Original Message - From: Martin WINLOW via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> To: Michael Ross<mailto:michael.e.r...@gmail.com> ; Electric Vehicle Discussion List<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> Sent: Friday, August 08, 2014 2:18 AM

[EVDL] EVent - Silent Thunder Press Release

2014-08-08 Thread lektwik via EV
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE... EVENT: Silent Thunder All-Electric Drag Racing and Road Racing Nationals. Pacific Raceways and the National Electric Drag Racing Association (NEDRA) present the first all-electric drag racing and road racing combination event. WHER

[EVDL] EVLN: Twizy EV can’t be driven on Aussie roads, AU should allow them same as UK

2014-08-09 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.themotorreport.com.au/59536/renaults-compact-twizy-ev-hits-australia-for-promo-duties Renault’s Compact Twizy EV Hits Australia For Promo Duties Mike Stevens | Aug 7, 2014 [images http://www.themotorreport.com.au/content/image/2/0/2014_renault_twizy_overseas_04_1-0807.jpg http://ww

[EVDL] EVLN: 1MegaWatt electric-dragster Frankenstein2 tests @BIR Brainerd, MN

2014-08-09 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.brainerddispatch.com/content/one-million-watt-electric-dragster-frankenstein-2-tests-bir One million watt electric dragster, Frankenstein 2, tests at BIR By Steve Kohls [2014/08/04] [images http://www.brainerddispatch.com/sites/default/files/styles/full_1000/public/fieldimages/42/080

Re: [EVDL] Tesla Vs UK's Ecotricity Dispute - More BackgroundInformation...

2014-08-09 Thread Roland via EV
every body gets there power. Right now are summer rate is about $0.05 per kwh, the winter rate goes way up to $0.10 per kwh. Does not matter where I charge, the price is the same. Roland - Original Message - From: Martin WINLOW via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> To: EVD

Re: [EVDL] Electric F-250 new pack tests

2014-08-09 Thread tomw via EV
You don't say what average speed, but that energy/mile seems reasonable to me for around 45 mph average for that weight and large cross sectional area. -- View this message in context: http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/Electric-F-250-new-pack-tests-tp4670889p4670895.h

Re: [EVDL] Electric F-250 new pack tests

2014-08-09 Thread nicklogan via EV
Wow, that was quick! Seems like not that long ago you posted you were going to try this. I'd love to do the same thing to my truck. Have you put any details about charging, BMS, etc. on line? John Nicholson www.evalbum.com/2672 -- View this message in context: http://electric-vehicle-discussi

[EVDL] EVLN: ~16k Nissan & Mitsubishi joint low-cost EV by 2016-2017

2014-08-10 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.auto123.com/en/news/nissan-and-mitsubishi-announce-joint-ev-program?artid=169945&utm_medium=feeds&utm_source=feed-all&utm_campaign=feeds Nissan and Mitsubishi announce joint EV program By Josée Paquet August 04, 2014 Nissan and Mitsubishi have partnered to build and sell a small, aff

[EVDL] EVLN: Father Homes' 1987 RX-7 EV conversion flames Bruno, NE church

2014-08-10 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://columbustelegram.com/news/local/fire-damages-bruno-church-rectory/article_7073153a-b6de-5251-8d9f-b67db9569d2d.html Fire damages Bruno church rectory [2014/08/06] • By Larry Peirce [image / Larry Peirce/Lee Enterprises http://bloximages.chicago2.vip.townnews.com/columbustelegram.com/co

Re: [EVDL] Electric F-250 new pack tests

2014-08-10 Thread tomw via EV
The rule gets you in the ballpark. Rolling resistance and drag forces are generally about equal at 35-40 mph for more blocky vehicles and around 45-50 mph for more aerodynamic ones, both depending on vehicle weight. The rule can then be made to work by using a sliding scale in speed since it igno

Re: [EVDL] Electric F-250 new pack tests

2014-08-10 Thread tomw via EV
John, what what was the truck's energy/mile with the sla batteries? Would be nice to know how the two compare. -- View this message in context: http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/Electric-F-250-new-pack-tests-tp4670889p4670912.html Sent from the Electric Vehicle Discus

[EVDL] EV4Sale $575 e-Trike needs tlc : Last EV Robert Lange built

2014-08-10 Thread brucedp5 via EV
and remembered. {brucedp.150m.com} [ref http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/Last-EV-Robert-Lange-built-tp4670915.html ] On Sun, Aug 10, 2014, at 10:28 AM, Lawrence Rhodes via EV wrote: > http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto/4563597134.html Found this on > Craigslist.

Re: [EVDL] Conversion advice

2014-08-10 Thread Cruisin via EV
Going the DC route doesn't make sense anymore with a AC motor and controller for $2500.00. Add to it with a 18kw li-ion battery pack for $4000, and you have a major beginning of a conversion. The old fork lift and golf cart die hard's have bit the dust after promoting their state of the art and cos

[EVDL] AC or DC? : EV Conversion advice

2014-08-10 Thread brucedp5 via EV
trying to sell them to get only some of your money back. That's is another reason (things change over time) for not buying your EV components until you actually ready to begin your conversion {brucedp.150m.com} On Sun, Aug 10, 2014, at 03:58 PM, ph...@bill-collins.net via EV wrote:

Re: [EVDL] Flooded lead-acid ooopsie and how to correct best?

2014-08-10 Thread Roland via EV
ssage - From: Cor van de Water via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> To: Electric Vehicle Discussion List<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> Sent: Sunday, August 10, 2014 8:43 PM Subject: [EVDL] Flooded lead-acid ooopsie and how to correct best? OK, confession time and I need th

[EVDL] EVLN: EV Sales Challenge Is Car Dealers, Again

2014-08-11 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1093687_the-challenge-for-electric-car-sales-is-car-dealers-again The Challenge For Electric-Car Sales Is Car Dealers, Again By John Voelcker Aug 5, 2014 [images] Fisker of Bellevue, Washington, dealership in October 2012 [photo by Bill D via Foursquare] Car

[EVDL] EVLN: Tesla is ‘anti-selling’ their 2015 Model X SUV EV

2014-08-11 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://ecomento.com/2014/08/05/tesla-admits-to-anti-selling-2015-model-x-suv/ Tesla admits to ‘anti-selling’ 2015 Model X SUV August 5, 2014 – Richard Lane [image http://cdn.ecomento.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/tesla-model-x.jpg Tesl X SUV ] Walk into a Tesla Motors store – the ones found

Re: [EVDL] AC or DC? : EV Conversion advice

2014-08-11 Thread tomw via EV
Mine car is the last one on Bruce's list (Swift). It has about 5 years and around 35k miles on it. No issues with motor or controller in that time. I think EVWest has about as good of prices as anyone on AC. The only ones affordable to most mortals are the HPEVS motors/Curtis controllers. You

[EVDL] EVLN: NJ lawmaker Eustace's EV engulfed in "rolled coal"

2014-08-12 Thread brucedp5 via EV
-Needs More Cow Bell!- http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2014/08/nj_assemblyman_who_drives_electric_car_wants_to_ban_modifying_trucks_to_belch_smoke.html Electric car-driving N.J. lawmaker seeks to ban smoke-belching trucks: The Auditor August 07, 2014 [image http://imgick.nj.com/home/njo

[EVDL] EVLN: SunPower, Bosch articulated VW e-Golf EV itching2 US sales pitch

2014-08-12 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://cleantechnica.com/2014/08/06/solar-powered-volkswagen-e-golf-lands-us-shores/ Solar Powered Volkswagen e-Golf Lands On US Shores August 6th, 2014 by Tina Casey [image http://i0.wp.com/cleantechnica.com/files/2014/08/Volkswagen-e-Golf-with-solar-power-e1407327185255.jpg Volkswagen e-Go

[EVDL] Regen : Conversion advice

2014-08-12 Thread brucedp5 via EV
months If you look at that news item's images, the owner really was without a care if the EV got damaged or lost warranty coverage. ] {brucedp.150m.com} - On Mon, Aug 11, 2014, at 12:49 PM, Robert Bruninga via EV wrote: > > As for regen, the efficiency improvement you get over DC

Re: [EVDL] Regen : Conversion advice

2014-08-12 Thread Willie2 via EV
On 08/12/2014 09:12 AM, brucedp5 via EV wrote: Regen is much more to me than just regaining some range. It is a safety item that I would use for dynamic braking. Since my physical size is large, I physically fit better in a larger heavier vehicle (why I chose to have a S-10 Blazer converted). So

Re: [EVDL] Flooded lead-acid ooopsie and how to correct best?

2014-08-12 Thread Roland via EV
Just type in your search engine: Flip Top Battery Vent Caps No need to remove any battery caps. Just open the top and water. Roland - Original Message - From: Jay Summet via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> To: Roger Stockton<mailto:rstock...@delta-q.com> ; Elec

Re: [EVDL] Regen : Conversion advice

2014-08-12 Thread Roland via EV
dle a little bit hard and may lock up the brakes. I can give the hydro brake booster the same amount of brake peddle, and it becomes smoother. Roland Today, no one wants to repair it, just replace the whole unit. - Original Message - From: Cor van de Water via EV<m

Re: [EVDL] Regen : Conversion advice

2014-08-12 Thread Willie2 via EV
On 08/12/2014 05:09 PM, John Lussmyer via EV wrote: My truck has Power Brakes and needs vacuum. I have a GOOD vacuum pump, AND a large reservoir, AND a big DC-DC. (and I CAN stop the truck just fine without the power assist.) It sounds like you might not have many miles on your conversion

[EVDL] "Extant" EVsOnTVs : Nothing but EV's in this CBS Si-Fi weekly Series

2014-08-13 Thread brucedp5 via EV
413529.n4.nabble.com/Nothing-but-EV-s-in-this-CBS-Si-Fi-weekly-Series-tp4670971.html ] On Tue, Aug 12, 2014, at 03:41 PM, Steven Lough via EV wrote: ... > Don't know if any one out there is a Si-Fi fan, but if you catch the new > CBS series "EXTANT" with Holly Berry playing a

[EVDL] EVLN: cenex.co.uk Cuts EV Battery Pack Weight by 40%

2014-08-13 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://gas2.org/2014/08/09/new-electric-car-battery-cuts-weight-40/ New Electric Car Battery Cuts Weight by 40% 20140809 [image http://gas2.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/lite-battery.png ev-lite lightweight battery ] Electric cars are quickly overcoming the hurdles of cost and range anxiety,

[EVDL] EVLN: Fickle CR aboutface & Kardashian-dumps Tesla-S

2014-08-13 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2462376,00.asp Consumer Reports Revisits Tesla Model S, Highlights Glitches By Stephanie Mlot August 12, 2014 The same outlet that named the Model S 2014's best overall vehicle has chronicled various glitches in the luxury car. [images] Tesla Model S VIEW

[EVDL] CALB bolt terminals getting hot -

2014-08-13 Thread Danpatgal via EV
I am using 38x130 ah CALBs in my Lectric Leopard and have had a too hot (> 40C) warning on my BMS come on a few times in the last month or so. Today, after a longer stretch of accelerating uphill to home, I checked some of the battery posts. Measuring with a laser sensor, several of them were aro

[EVDL] EVLN: ElectraGirl Secret-Shops UK EVs

2014-08-14 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://transportevolved.com/2014/08/09/electragirl-secret-shopper/ ElectraGirl: Secret Shopper in the UK August 9, 2014 By ElectraGirl [images http://media.transportevolved.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/ElectraGirl-with-mask.png ElectraGirl with mask ElectraGirl in disguise http://media.tra

[EVDL] EVLN: $34k Mercedes B-Class EV> a compliance contradiction r:87mi

2014-08-14 Thread brucedp5 via EV
"This post is sponsored by Mercedes-Benz" % MB paid for this news item to be made, ... no-duh % http://www.businessinsider.in/transportation/Mercedes-Has-A-New-Electric-Car-Thats-Fast-Roomy-And-Powered-By-Tesla/articleshow/40128119.cms Mercedes Has A New Electric Car That's Fast, Roomy, And Powe

[EVDL] EVangel-About: e-Dr. seeks larger/family EV> bigger than a bread box

2014-08-14 Thread brucedp5 via EV
On Wed. I had a couple of VA appointments which are moving me closer to my thyroid surgery I hope to arrange to have happen after the Silicon Valley EAA Chapter EVent http://eaasv.org While I doing my usual EVangel shtick of mentioning my efforts to promote EVs, I do not always get a taker o

[EVDL] EVLN: C$36450 i3 EV> Toronto, Montreal&Vancouver r:160km 0-100kph:7.2s

2014-08-15 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.wheels.ca/car-reviews/review-2014-bmw-i3-when-high-tech-collides-with-organic/ REVIEW: 2014 BMW i3 -When high-tech collides with organic By Kathy Renwald August 12th, 2014 [images http://d3img3do1wj44f.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/B821687686Z120140811102327000G3619DG2O

[EVDL] EVLN: C$33.8k Leaf EV, modern but not too space-shippy

2014-08-15 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://metronews.ca/drive/1124401/the-nissan-leaf-ev-may-seem-futuristic-but-it-looks-handles-and-is-starting-to-sell-like-a-regular-small-car/ The Nissan Leaf EV may seem futuristic, but it looks, handles and is starting to sell like a regular small car By Mike Goetz August 12, 2014 [image h

[EVDL] ... battery powered trains ...

2014-08-15 Thread brucedp5 via EV
Some links on this topic to explore ... [dated] http://cleantechnica.com/2013/01/07/electric-train-batteries-can-now-last-much-longer-thanks-to-new-research/ Electric Train Batteries Can Now Last Much Longer, Thanks To New Research January 7th, 2013 by James Ayre [image] ... [dated] http://www.th

[EVDL] EVent: veva.bc.ca EVs @PoCo 11a-5p 8/17 Leigh Sq Port Coquitlam, BC

2014-08-15 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.tricitynews.com/community/271297861.html Go car crazy at PoCo car show Aug 14, 2014 [image http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/64230tricity815_carshow06c.jpg The 10th annual PoCo Downtown Car Show is on Sunday, Aug. 17 ] ... Sunday, Aug. 17 ... CAR SHOW Celebrate the 10th anniver

Re: [EVDL] CALB bolt terminals getting hot -

2014-08-15 Thread Danpatgal via EV
I have on my to-do list to clean up the connections. With the BMS modules on there it's just a pain and I have to be very careful (I know - if I had done it at the beginning ...). I noticed the temperature first while driving from the BMS (Lithimate Lite) telling me one cell was getting over 40C.

[EVDL] EVLN: Dongfeng Aeolus E30 EV Production, L3 EVSE optional r:160km

2014-08-16 Thread brucedp5 via EV
'Dongfeng & PSA agreements could sell this EV in Europe' http://insideevs.com/dongfeng-aeolus-e30-enters-production-claimed-range-100-miles/ Dongfeng Aeolus E30 Enters Production – Claimed Range Of 100 Miles [2014/08/09] by Eric Loveday [images http://insideevs.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06

[EVDL] EVLN: 40 Tesla owners celebrate Cousins Country Inn's L3 Superstations

2014-08-16 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.thedalleschronicle.com/news/2014/aug/13/cousins-hosts-tesla-party/ Cousins hosts Tesla party August 13, 2014 [images http://eaglenewspapers.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2014/08/13/tesla-owners_t670.jpg TESLA OWNERS gather at Cousins Country Inn Aug. 9 for the dedication

[EVDL] EVLN: BYD T5 & T7 electric logistics trucks r:250mi ts:30mph

2014-08-17 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.carnewschina.com/2014/08/11/byd-t5-electric-light-truck-is-ready-to-revolutionize-transport-in-china/ BYD T5 electric light truck is Ready to Revolutionize transport in China August 11, 2014 by W.E. Ning [images http://www.carnewschina.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/byd-t5-china-1a

[EVDL] EVLN: 100+ U.S. National 'Drive Electric Week' Events Planned 9/15-21

2014-08-17 Thread brucedp5 via EV
% National Plug-In Day was changed to Drive Electric Week % http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1093832_national-drive-electric-week-planned-for-september-with-100-plus-events National 'Drive Electric Week' Planned For September, With 100-Plus Events By Stephen Edelstein Aug 13, 2014 [image

[EVDL] EVLN: Overhead-cable e-trucks to be tested in CA next year (video)

2014-08-18 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.overdriveonline.com/eletric-cable-powered-trucks-to-be-tested-in-california-next-year/ Electric cable-powered trucks to be tested in California next year by Jill Dunn | August 13, 2014 [image http://blogsdir.cms.rrcdn.com/8/files/2014/03/Siemens-electric-truck-2.jpg Intelligenter St

[EVDL] EVLN: Orange EV e-mule/terminal-truck> 1full shift on1 charge

2014-08-18 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.bizjournals.com/kansascity/news/2014/08/13/orange-ev-electric-truck-one-charge-one-full-shift.html Orange EV electric truck: one charge, one full shift Aug 13, 2014 by James Dornbrook [image http://media.bizj.us/view/img/2540701/img9327a*600xx5184-3456-0-0.jpg Riverside-based Orang

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: 100+ U.S. National 'Drive Electric Week' Events Planned 9/15-21

2014-08-18 Thread Willie2 via EV
On 08/17/2014 09:04 AM, robert winfield via EV wrote: here is a google docs link from an engineer who did a cost analysis of a honda oddsey vs a tesla and other high end large vehicles to decide on a tesla EV that is free for downloading. "It's so expensive!" "well

[EVDL] EVLN: Psst. Hey, buddy, want to buy a black-market used EV battery?

2014-08-19 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1093810_electric-car-batteries-what-happens-to-them-after-coming-out-of-the-car Electric-Car Batteries: What Happens To Them After Coming Out Of The Car? By John Voelcker Aug 12, 2014 [image http://images.thecarconnection.com/med/tesla_100325170_m.jpg Tesla

[EVDL] EVLN: Leno rides Harley-Davidson Livewire EV (video)

2014-08-19 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.autoblog.com/2014/08/11/jay-leno-harley-davidson-livewire-electric-motorcycle-video/ Leno rides Harley-Davidson Livewire EV By Chris Bruce Aug 11th 2014 [video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lyJr8BoklC0 Harley-Davidson Project LiveWire - Jay Leno's Garage Jay Leno's Garage Aug 10, 2

Re: [EVDL] CALB bolt terminals getting hot -

2014-08-19 Thread Roland via EV
cells or batteries read about the same voltage, the resistance will be about the same. Roland - Original Message - From: Peri Hartman via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> To: Electric Vehicle Discussion List<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> Sent: Tuesday, August 19, 2

Re: [EVDL] CALB bolt terminals getting hot -

2014-08-19 Thread Willie2 via EV
On 08/19/2014 01:58 PM, EVDL Administrator via EV wrote: On 19 Aug 2014 at 12:20, Michael Ross via EV wrote: Has anyone tried assembling a pack like: https://plus.google.com/photos?pid=5943603287809906194&oid=100767276460953028406 Don't know. Can't see it. :-( Folks, if you

Re: [EVDL] CALB bolt terminals getting hot -

2014-08-19 Thread Willie2 via EV
On 08/19/2014 04:00 PM, Michael Ross via EV wrote: The website is now working. I forgot to save the changes. I am not branching out to more services. Better for me to learn how to use Google and whatever new stuff they have added. I used Google Picasaweb for years without any trouble. The

Re: [EVDL] CALB bolt terminals getting hot -

2014-08-19 Thread Willie2 via EV
On 08/19/2014 04:13 PM, EVDL Administrator via EV wrote: On 19 Aug 2014 at 15:48, Willie2 via EV wrote: Please inform me if my Google+ page is not visible to all: https://plus.google.com/102434734002949174273/posts Perhaps one has to be logged on to Google? I didn't think so. I h

[EVDL] EVLN: Tesla-S EV Power-trip e-Journeys from Mexico to Alaska

2014-08-20 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.newsminer.com/news/local_news/power-trip-journey-in-electric-car-ends-in-fairbanks/article_777cbc08-21f4-11e4-86d0-001a4bcf6878.html Power trip: Journey in electric car ends in Fairbanks By Matt Buxton August 12, 2014 [images / Matt Buxton/News-Miner http://bloximages.newyork1.vip.to

[EVDL] EVLN: Vehicle-apartheid! RI law punishes EV & hybrid drivers

2014-08-20 Thread brucedp5 via EV
% Simple dealer provided stickers will do (like for HOV lane access). The law does not apply to fcvs: since when do fcvs not have high-voltages? ... This ignorantly & badly written, and poorly implemented 'separate & not-equal' law incorrectly labels EVs & hybrids as extraordinarily dangerous, as

Re: [EVDL] CALB bolt terminals getting hot -

2014-08-20 Thread Roland via EV
as 8.5 years. The gold plating is only about one molecule thick. I paid on $2.50 each for a box of 100. Roland - Original Message - From: Lee Hart via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> To: Jay Summet<mailto:j...@summet.com> ; Electric Vehicle Discussion List<mai

[EVDL] EVLN: Incentives make buying a new EV better than buying used

2014-08-21 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://green.autoblog.com/2014/08/14/why-leasing-a-new-ev-is-better-than-buying-used/ Why a new EV is better than buying used By Danny King Aug 14th 2014 [images http://green.autoblog.com/photos/2013-nissan-leaf-0/ gallery - Nissan Leaf ] The old saying goes that when you buy a used car, you

[EVDL] EVLN: Forget the Guess-o-Meter> use planning & common sense (video)

2014-08-21 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.thegreencarwebsite.co.uk/blog/index.php/2014/08/15/forget-your-range-prediction-display-guts-familiarity-planning-and-common-sense-are-your-best-aids-to-long-distance-driving/ Forget your range prediction display: Guts, familiarity, planning and common sense are your best aids to long-

[EVDL] EVLN: Geek-chic hamsters tout Kia Soul EV on MTV video awards

2014-08-22 Thread brucedp5 via EV
"The more we sell the more credits we get" http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2014/08/21/kia-hamsters-sexy-soul-ev/14315511/ Geek-chic hamsters tout Kia Soul EV on video awards James R. Healey August 21, 2014 [images / Kia http://www.gannett-cdn.com/-mm-/4a439cf3268b9c65a8c6c6cae54af72e

[EVDL] EVLN: Boozed-up Segwaying Norwegians> DUI-arrests in Norway & Minnesota

2014-08-22 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.mnn.com/green-tech/transportation/blogs/norway-nabs-its-first-drunk-segway-driver Norway nabs its first drunk Segway driver Aug 20, 2014 [image / Shutterstock http://www.mnn.com/sites/default/files/styles/featured_blog/public/SegwayRiders.jpg ] The oft-mocked 'personal transporters'

Re: [EVDL] Replacing Auxiliary Battery

2014-08-22 Thread brucedp5 via EV
ion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/Replacing-Auxiliary-Battery-tp4670985p4671131.html Replacing Auxiliary Battery 21 Aug 2014 ] On Thu, Aug 21, 2014, at 10:17 PM, Buddy Mills via EV wrote: > I am replacing my auxiliary battery(ies)for my 12 volt system. Presently > I > have two group 31 Deka 8G

Re: [EVDL] Replacing Auxiliary Battery

2014-08-22 Thread Roland via EV
ampere of all the accessories I have on at the same time was about 100 amps at 12 vdc which is what we call 2.00 service factor. It is best to not to go over 80% of the rating of any power source. Roland - Original Message - From: Buddy Mills via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org>

Re: [EVDL] Conversion advice (regen)

2014-08-22 Thread Roland via EV
components. Just type in your search engine - Convert a Alternator for 110 vdc to 120 vac - Roland - Original Message - From: Jan Steinman via EV<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> To: ev@lists.evdl.org<mailto:ev@lists.evdl.org> ; ev-requ...@lists.evdl.org<

[EVDL] EVLN: Adomani converted Gilroy-USD's 2007 BlueBird school bus (video)

2014-08-23 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://domesticfuel.com/2014/08/19/adomani-ev-bus-approved-in-california/ ADOMANI EV Bus Approved in California Posted on August 19, 2014 by Joanna Schroeder [image http://domesticfuel.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/ADOMANI-EV-bus.png ADOMANI EV bus ] You may soon begin to see children in Cal

[EVDL] EVLN: KULAN Electric Tractor built by German poly-lab.net project

2014-08-23 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.autoevolution.com/news/meet-the-kulan-your-next-lightweight-electric-tractor-85343.html Meet the KULAN - Your Next Lightweight Electric Tractor by Gabriel Brindusescu 18th August 2014 [images http://s1.cdn.autoevolution.com/images/news/gallery/meet-the-kulan-your-next-lightweight-e

[EVDL] EVLN: $200k Zombie222 e-Mustang Demolishes 2011 Shelby GT500 (video)

2014-08-23 Thread brucedp5 via EV
% Video taken from the loser-ice's view % http://insideevs.com/electric-ford-mustang-demolishes-2011-shelby-gt500-drag-race-video/ Electric Ford Mustang Demolishes 2011 Shelby GT500 – Drag Race Video [20140822] by Mike Anthony [video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uk_jMR3Arq0 Zombie 222 vs Sh

Re: [EVDL] Electric Auto Union

2014-08-23 Thread Willie2 via EV
On 08/23/2014 09:42 AM, via EV wrote: Good morning, I am not sure if you allow videos or not. But here goes. This is my 1960 Electric Auto Union 1000s. Al Swackhammer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phRCD6yqjiQ&feature=youtu.be Nothing wrong with publishing a LIN

[EVDL] EVLN: Recycling spent PbSO4 EV pack lead into solar panels

2014-08-24 Thread brucedp5 via EV
% EVs in PVs % http://why.knovel.com/all-engineering-news/3462-recycled-lead-from-car-batteries-to-fuel-perovskite-solar-panels.html Recycled lead from car batteries to fuel perovskite solar panels August 18, 2014 [image http://pictures.brafton.com/new-research-from-MIT-will-soon-allow-for-th

[EVDL] EVLN: Early 2010 i-Miev Still Soldiering-On After 4Years r:60ish-mi

2014-08-24 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://transportevolved.com/2014/08/13/one-year-second-hand-imiev/ Staff Car Report: Early 2010 Mitsubishi i-Miev Soldiering On After Four Years August 13, 2014 By Kate Walton-Elliott [images http://media.transportevolved.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/IMG_0450-e1407750386691.jpg Rapid Chargi

[EVDL] EVLN: NASA’s GL-10 Greased Lightning unmanned he-VTOL 1st flight

2014-08-24 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.extremetech.com/extreme/188338-nasas-electric-vertical-takeoff-airplane-takes-first-flight-aims-to-eventually-replace-the-helicopter NASA’s electric vertical-takeoff airplane takes first flight, aims to eventually replace the helicopter By Sebastian Anthony August 20, 2014 [image h

[EVDL] OT: Rolling with California ...

2014-08-24 Thread brucedp5 via EV
We just had an Earthquake, felt near Silicon Valley, CA (mild after shocks as I write). It too early to know the news of the EVent, but everyone will know more soon enough. It was a significant one (perhaps a prelude to more to come), but not my first. I remember awaking as a little boy my bed li

[EVDL] EVLN: Bogus EPA range ratings are hurting EV sales

2014-08-25 Thread brucedp5 via EV
'pih are in a class of their own requiring unique test procedures' % The public are evaluating with an outdated metric % http://www.torquenews.com/2250/how-epa-determines-electric-vehicle-s-range-not-simple-it-sounds How the EPA determines an electric vehicle’s range - not as simple as it sound

[EVDL] EVLN: 2014 Mitsubishi MiEV> Bargain basement EV

2014-08-25 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://portlandtribune.com/pt/11-features/230967-94976-2014-mitsubishi-miev-bargain-basement-electric-car 2014 Mitsubishi MiEV: Bargain basement electric car 21 August 2014 | by Jim Redden [images http://portlandtribune.com/images/artimg/3491475379.jpg Photo Credit: MITSUBISHI MOTORS - Des

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: 2014 Mitsubishi MiEV> Bargain basement EV

2014-08-25 Thread Al via EV
Since when has the MiEV sold more units than the Leaf? Al - Original Message - From: "brucedp5 via EV" To: Sent: Monday, August 25, 2014 4:21 AM Subject: [EVDL] EVLN: 2014 Mitsubishi MiEV> Bargain basement EV http://portlandtribune.com/pt/11-features/2309

[EVDL] EVLN: Kia Soul EV Wins Whole-Life Environmental Certification

2014-08-26 Thread brucedp5 via EV
'Kia Soul EV is way, way cleaner than ice model' http://www.motoring.co.uk/car-news/new-kia-soul-ev-wins-whole-life-environmental-certification_65056 New Kia Soul EV Wins Whole-Life Environmental Certification By Stephen Turvil 19 Aug 2014 [image http://newsimages.motoring.co.uk/kia-soul-ev-

[EVDL] EVLN: Why is GM limiting Sonic EV Production To Just 1, 800?

2014-08-26 Thread brucedp5 via EV
% GM does not 'have-to' be serious & 1800 gives enough credits % http://gas2.org/2014/08/19/chevy-sonic-ev-limited-just-1800-units/ Chevy Sonic EV Limited To Just 1,800 Units? by Christopher DeMorro [2014/08/19] [image http://gas2.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/sonic_4.jpg (sonic ice) ] Ear

[EVDL] Just enough assist : Electric bike information

2014-08-26 Thread brucedp5 via EV
- On Tue, Aug 26, 2014, at 10:38 AM, Larry Gales via EV wrote: > I am trying to interest the largest bicycle club in my area (Seattle), he > Cascade Bicycle Club, about the importance and future of electric bikes. > In July I wrote an article about the fun, practicality, and benefit

[EVDL] EVLN: What happens when a Tesla-fanboy meets the Mercedes-Benz EV

2014-08-27 Thread brucedp5 via EV
'The real competitor to the B-class is likely to be the BMW i3' http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/innovations/wp/2014/08/20/what-happens-when-a-tesla-fanboy-meets-mercedes-benzs-electric-car/ What happens when a Tesla fanboy meets the Mercedes-Benz electric car By Vivek Wadhwa August 20 2014

[EVDL] EVLN: You Just Got Musked> Electric Car Etiquette

2014-08-27 Thread brucedp5 via EV
% EV vs pih charging disgruntlement goes both ways> a plugin parked in EV spot yet not plugged in is just plain wrong % http://www.longtailpipe.com/2014/08/the-word-for-tesla-model-s-hogging-ev.html The word for a Tesla Model S hogging an EV Charging spot? Musked? August 17, 2014 by David Herro

Re: [EVDL] Electric bike information

2014-08-27 Thread Danpatgal via EV
Nice summary. I would say you're a little optimistic on total weight for an e-bike, I use a hub motor with a light 15ah 48v battery, and I'm easily 30 lbs over a standard, maybe just a quibble. The regen % however is a bit less realistic. I ride my e-bike up/down hills, and don't get more than 5

[EVDL] EVLN: As EV battery prices fall> ?More range or lower 100mi EV cost?

2014-08-28 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.torquenews.com/2250/battery-prices-fall-greater-range-or-lower-cost-more-important-evs As EV battery prices fall, is greater range or lower cost more important? By Luke Ottaway 2014-08-20 [image] Tesla EV A new study brings an old topic back to the forefront: how much range is enough

[EVDL] EVLN: Startup sakti3.com sez 480mi EVs doable> aims for $100/kWh packs

2014-08-28 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://green.autoblog.com/2014/08/20/sakti3-480-mile-evs-possible-safe-affordable-solid-state-battery/ Sakti3 says 480-mile EVs possible using safe, affordable solid state batteries By Sebastian Blanco Aug 20th 2014 [image http://o.aolcdn.com/dims-shared/dims3/GLOB/crop/677x450+122+0/resize/6

[EVDL] Direct / shaft drive: Chainless cargo ebike

2014-08-28 Thread brucedp5 via EV
ehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/Cargo-bike-with-electric-chain-tp4671225.html ] On Wed, Aug 27, 2014, at 09:49 PM, Lawrence Rhodes via EV wrote: > Is the technology available to use electricity to replace bicycle chains > or is a bike chain still more efficient? Trying to eliminate lon

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: As EV battery prices fall> ?More range or lower 100mi EV cost?

2014-08-28 Thread Willie2 via EV
On 08/28/2014 11:16 AM, Michael Ross via EV wrote: Hi Ed, I agree with your logistical work up. It makes sense. But... " can simply have the pack swapped" This jumps out at me as a stretch. You are talking about putting in 140% more battery pack to get to 60kWh At the very

Re: [EVDL] 224.527 MPH Fastest electric motorcycle

2014-08-28 Thread Willie2 via EV
On 08/28/2014 12:29 PM, Michael Ross via EV wrote: The land speed records are disallowed if the wind is too great from behind. Speaking from a not expert position: I thought speed records were set with the average of a two way run

[EVDL] EVLN: $35k Musk vs GM aura-race> build the 1st mass-marketed 200mi EV

2014-08-29 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://qz.com/252990/the-story-of-elon-musk-and-gms-race-to-build-the-first-mass-market-electric-car/ The story of Elon Musk and GM’s race to build the first mass-market electric car by Steve LeVine [20140824] [images http://img.qz.com/2014/08/tesla-factory.jpg Tesla factory - The next ones o

[EVDL] EVLN: Tesla-S owner full-page-ad love-letter> add cup holders, +more

2014-08-29 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.popherald.com/news/2014/08/2878/newspaper-open-letter-elon-musk-tesla.html CEO Elon Musk tweets open letter advertisement from Tesla Motors fans August 25, 2014 by: Raphael Labuguen [image https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BvtJ8qZCEAAGVsG.jpg (letter) View image on Twitter tweet https:

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: As EV battery prices fall> ?More range or lower 100mi EV cost?

2014-08-29 Thread Willie2 via EV
On 08/29/2014 03:36 AM, Martin WINLOW via EV wrote: Now the dust has settled somewhat, does anyone has the insider knowledge of why Tesla abandoned the 40kWh pack and why, more interestingly, it didn't come with a supercharger option? I still think it would have a market, particularly in

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: As EV battery prices fall> ?More range or lower 100mi EV cost?

2014-08-29 Thread Willie2 via EV
On 08/29/2014 08:38 AM, Robert Bruninga via EV wrote: The goal is to stop burning fossil fuel for everyday local commuting which can be done better/cheaper/and more conveniently (never having to refuel) in an EV. [as long as it is plugged in overnight (or at work) while parked]. EV's C

[EVDL] EVLN: Kitted-out ZOE EV $aving$ figures make any accountant smile

2014-08-30 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.london24.com/city-motoring/renault_zoe_commuter_road_test_eddie_1_3732651 Renault ZOE: Commuter Road Test - Eddie 19 August 2014 [images http://www.london24.com/polopoly_fs/1.3732648.1408453668!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/landscape_630/image.jpg Eddie Pictured standing in front

[EVDL] EVLN: Packs are more than for just EVs> it's time for electric boats!

2014-08-30 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.mnn.com/green-tech/transportation/blogs/forget-electric-cars-its-time-for-electric-boats Forget electric cars; it's time for electric boats! Aug 21, 2014 [images http://www.mnn.com/sites/default/files/styles/featured_blog/public/elco%20joe%20fleming.jpg Elco chief engineer Joe Flemi

[EVDL] EVangel-about: retrofit CT-2100 EVSE to have L2 6kW & 3kW access

2014-08-30 Thread brucedp5 via EV
Originally Coulomb (an EVSE and EVSE network company) offered a combination of level-2 6kW (via a j1772 coupler) and level-1 1.3kW (via a 5-20 outlet behind a cover-door) access. The Coulomb sales team sold these like crazy, so they are installed at many public EVSE locations. Well, today, Coulo

[EVDL] EVLN: ELMOFO beats ice, 2 Oz race wins ts:265kph 0-160kph:6.5s

2014-08-31 Thread brucedp5 via EV
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2014/08/20/leccy_racer_whacks_petrols_in_oz_race/ 'Leccy racer whacks petrols in Oz race By Richard Chirgwin, 20 Aug 2014 [image http://regmedia.co.uk/2014/08/20/elmofo.jpg (ELMOFO e-racer) video flash ] ELMOFO rakes in two wins in sanctioned race Lightweight,

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