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    EV doner selection for hilly commute

    has anyone come across a good excel sheet to run range, acceleration and battery pack calculations?
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    EV doner selection for hilly commute

    imiev is about $17500 with 30k on the clock - i reckon i can push my cash harder. I built a kitcar a few years back but have very limited electronics experience. plus i will soon have a 6 car shed to play in. Considered the brumby - nice as the weight could be well placed. actualy a ute makes...
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    EV doner selection for hilly commute

    mx3 - yeah that would seem to make a decent donor and quite cheap too. 0.32 drag coefficient and 6.2 cda (ft^2). i found this list; http://ecomodder.com/wiki/index.php/Vehicle_Coefficient_of_Drag_List the audi a2 looks like a good candidate.
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    EV doner selection for hilly commute

    thanks for that. forgot to mention a nice to have would be no power steering or brakes - english sports car then is guess.
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    EV doner selection for hilly commute

    Hi, I am about to move house and am investigating converting a car to electric. The commute will be 50.5km each way with the option to charge from 240v at work (8hrs). The commute climbs 723m and takes approximately 45mins equating to an average speed of 67kmh with some stretches at 100kmh -...
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    Build Thread: best bang for $1000

    thanks for your answers guys.
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    Build Thread: best bang for $1000

    it ain't rocket science but it could cost me $300 i think i can wire it in but i have not found the answer to this question - if i run 20s 2p - can i parallel the cells into the bms? or run two bms boards? kindly answer the question
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    Build Thread: best bang for $1000

    ok, so if i use this; http://www.batterysupports.com/72v-84v-20s-60a-20x-36v-lithium-ion-liion-lipo-battery-bms-p-415.html I assume i buy just if i run 10s 2p?? thinking about buying this; http://www.batterysupports.com/72v-74v-84v-3a-lithium-ion-lipo-battery-charger-20s-20x-36v-p-170.html...
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    Build Thread: best bang for $1000

    Thanks for you input guys. I have decided to go with this battery; Turnigy 5000mAh 4S1P 14.8v 20C Hardcase Pack and use 10 in a 5s 2p configuration, then if i find the range is a bit shy of what i want i can sling another row in to make it up to 15ah has anyone used this type of charger? - i...
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    Build Thread: best bang for $1000

    in the process of buying battery packs. HK are out of the 16000mah 4s multistar which looked good at around $100 aus this means i am thinking about buying 15 Turnigy 5000mAh 4S1P 14.8v 20C Hardcase Packs and wiring them 3s5p to get to 7v @15ah which will give me a range of about 30km wide open...
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    Build Thread: best bang for $1000

    Toecutter, I agree with everything you have said and the idea of a bent ebike is not one I am against - just need to find one suitable for urban roads.
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    Build Thread: best bang for $1000

    Thanks What do you think to the above battery selection?
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    Build Thread: best bang for $1000

    i have run a little simulation at; http://www.ebikes.ca/tools/simulator.html - motor is mxus as the leafmotor is not in their system - just after a ballpark range based on using 5 x Turnigy 4500mAh 4S 30C Hardcase Pack (ROAR APPROVED)
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    Build Thread: best bang for $1000

    Much crap removed, going to go fixed 52/15 Adjusted the brakes and they now work well. Leafmotor kit is in the post. What's the best street tire? Also what's the easiest way to rig the pack to charge off a single connector? I.e. just plug in when I get home.
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    Build Thread: best bang for $1000

    so as of tonight i have a platform; i rode it home and its like a barge, its xl and it could easily do with being xxl but it will do the job, brake are getting upgraded to hydraulics going to order batteries, bag, charger and motor tomorrow.
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    Build Thread: best bang for $1000

    hey neptronix what batteries are you powering the 1500w leaf motor setup with?
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    Build Thread: best bang for $1000

    as you guys like info i have attached the route including my elevation - 7.5km of bike trail - 5km on 90% straight 60kmh road - i have to arrive at 0630 so reduced riding time is more time in bed. IT CAN NOT GO TO FAST!!! thinking about making this guy an offer as the suspension and disks may...
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    Build Thread: best bang for $1000

    thanks for all your advice guys, so here is what i think i will need; ZIPPY Flightmax 8000mAh 6S1P 30C - if i go for 4 - 89v will it fry or fly? - 91.5 * 4 = $366 - could it take 100v? 1500w leaf motor delivered - $313 please could someone recommend me a charger and a secure case i can...
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    Build Thread: best bang for $1000

    A few more details; Rider 95kg, wheels 700, frame, lugged steel 65cms, single speed. S What voltage should I aim for? Any recommendations for a motor or controller?
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    Build Thread: best bang for $1000

    Hi All, i am about to embark on my first build, I have a relatively flat 20km round trip and want to build the fastest bike $1000 will afford (excluding bike). I have done some reading around this but am keen to hear your kind input. lastly i like simple - there will be nothing that does not...
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