William Calluthers
Sat, 8 Jan 2011 21:27:27 -0800 (PST)
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Hello Greg, I was thinking the IGBT's also. I was especially thoughtful after reading The car that could (on Don's recommendation), and the big debate between Hughes and Cocconi about whether to use IGBT or multiple mosfet (also very unreliable because if one went the whole st...
Greg Rohrauer
Thu, 6 Jan 2011 21:11:33 -0500
2011
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I had this problem on my truck after driving a bit too hard. I believe what you are seeing is a set of failing IGBT's, in that their leakage current has grown to large. It means that the gate driver circuitry is unable to shut them off sufficiently. In my case the problem got...
paul doe
Sat, 1 Jan 2011 16:05:56 -0800 (PST)
2011
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Wouldn't it be easier to have a portable generator for the purpose of emergency charging?? I use the term "portable" loosely since I found it takes an 8kw continuous (13.5kw surge) to power the charger which weighs almost 300 lbs.? I also have a manual transfer switch wired in...
Isaac Podolefsky
Sat, 25 Dec 2010 13:39:33 -0600
2010
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Well, In my garage heater I use K1 kerosene because it's the most refined and less "smelly" of the options. I haven't looked into the heater on the S10 as to whether or not it's a suitable solution for that heater. You need a special container for transporting kerosene (usuall...
lhorsley
Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:26:29 -0500
2010
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Hello, I am new to the list and I will have lots of questions I am sure. I have a 1999 Ranger ev and I really enjoy it. I have just got my first S10 1997 ev and I have ordered a service manual. I connected the magna charge and I have a E2 code. I will need a gm tech 2 scaner a...
The Johnsens
Mon, 13 Dec 2010 05:20:02 -0800
2010
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Fellow, S-10E owners, If you haven't read Paul Scott's blog http://evsandenergy.blogspot.com/2010/11/vote-for-steve.html about my funny and clever 30 second Leaf Video or you haven't yet watched it and voted then please check out: https://www.drivenissanleaf.com/Win/Vote.aspx?...
Noah Podolefsky
Fri, 19 Nov 2010 10:49:46 -0700
2010
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Jeff, Thanks for the explanation. I still have some questions, if you don't mind. I'm still unclear why having one separator fail would cause this sort of problem. My understanding is that if one separator fails, there battery resistance doesn't drop to zero (in general), it j...
Stephen Weitz
Thu, 18 Nov 2010 21:50:44 -0800
2010
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Gregg's truck is a NiMH truck for those interested. Stephen in Oakland On Nov 18, 2010, at 11:35 AM, [email removed] wrote: > I also have a 1997 S10-EV that I purchased from Bryan Sailor a few years ago that I definitely want to sell. > > It was running more or less fine until...
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Thu, 18 Nov 2010 14:35:35 -0500 (EST)
2010
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I also have a 1997 S10-EV that I purchased from Bryan Sailor a few years ago that I definitely want to sell. It was running more or less fine until my charger shut off (non-related house electrical problem) when I was gone on an extended vacation. So, the batteries have been d...
Richard Falk
Thu, 18 Nov 2010 08:12:31 -0800 (PST)
2010
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>From Rick Falk, ? ?????????? I have a 97 lead acid truck. I drive it every day. Approaching 2000 miles driven. I successfully but 26 Northstar? 12V60AH batteries in the battery box. I had to do modifications inside the box to mount the batteries. But all of it fit in to the b...
Jeff Thomas
Thu, 18 Nov 2010 09:39:30 -0700
2010
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Noah asked: Could someone explain why parallel sets of PbA batteries are a bad idea? Why: Specifically, batteries arranged in parallel pose a significant danger in the event of a separator failure in one of the six cells of the battery. I know of a couple readers here that hav...
Noah Podolefsky
Thu, 18 Nov 2010 08:29:54 -0700
2010
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Appears to be 21.45 Ah. The full spec sheet can be found here: http://www.shop.emcbattery.com/media/WKA12-33C.pdf Unfortunately, this sheet shows that the full height is actually 7.02" with the connectors...so may not work after all. -Noah On 11/18/2010 7:29 AM, [email removed...
Kevin Kayden
Wed, 17 Nov 2010 22:20:53 -0500
2010
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First, congratulations on the S10EV. It will be a challenge to get it working. I have been stuck on the battery dilemma for awhile now. I need to know if the truck works before I buy the batteries, but I can't figure out if the truck works without buying the batteries. So it i...
Gil Dawson
Tue, 16 Nov 2010 13:04:43 -0800
2010
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Hi, Noah-- Welcome to the learning center. On Nov 15, 2010, at 7:35 PM, Noah Podolefsky wrote: > - Does anyone know if the DC-DC for power steering/AC is built into the controller, or a separate unit? And, what voltage / current output does it put out? The PSM (Power Steering...
Lloyd Campbell
Tue, 9 Nov 2010 15:50:07 -0600
2010
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Hello Group, With reluctance, I have finally brought myself to advertise my truck for sale. It is a '97 lead acid truck. Eric Luebben from Irvine CA was the originator of this truck. Eric replaced all battery modules with Panasonic modules used in the Tahoe Hybrid in early '08...
Isaac Podolefsky
Tue, 9 Nov 2010 08:57:25 -0600
2010
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It needs batteries (as it currently has none) and I think the power supply for the AC unit and Power Steering need repair/replacing. Other than that it should be in excellent condition since it only has 1,000 original miles. I'm not as technical with electronics as my brother...
McMullin, Kevin
Tue, 9 Nov 2010 09:18:00 -0500
2010
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Welcome Isaac, I'm in Bear Delaware. Good luck with your truck. Is it up and running? Kevin McMullin -----Original Message----- From: [email removed] [mailto:[email removed]] On Behalf Of Isaac Podolefsky Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 8:58 AM To: [email removed] Subject: Re...
Isaac Podolefsky
Tue, 9 Nov 2010 07:57:49 -0600
2010
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Good morning everyone, I just wanted to introduce myself and say hello. I am buying a 97 S10 EV on Friday and thought I would join this list. Perhaps a bit premature since the truck is not in my hands yet, but to say the least, I am very excited about my discovery. Out of curi...
Pat Williams
Tue, 9 Nov 2010 00:11:04 -0800
2010
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Hi Scott & All, I have a 98 S-10EV with NiMH batteries that are at the end of their usable life. I am looking for recommendations on replacements. Regarding the 287 code, I have found a work around that seems to get me back up when my pack has been discharged too far. Go to th...
McMullin, Kevin
Mon, 8 Nov 2010 12:14:12 -0500
2010
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Richard, Do you have the service manuals? You may be able to use the Temperature circuit. That will shut the charger down and it will display, "Stand by", (on the Gen 1 charger). You will get a "temp" light on the dash. Since my paddle switch is apparently not working, I'm not...
McMullin, Kevin
Mon, 8 Nov 2010 11:59:47 -0500
2010
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Actually, if someone could look inside the receptacle and see if the roller on the left is in the way of the paddle, that would tell me it has to move when the paddle is inserted. Mine is not protruding into the receptacle and it may be stuck. Kevin McMullin __________________...
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Mon, 8 Nov 2010 10:50:29 EST
2010
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Hello Kevin I have never had this issue so I know nothing about it. Jeff would have the most knowledge of anyone on the trucks. The temp sensor fails once in a while in the charge port even that is not a common event. Maybe someone else has fixed this and not posted it? I don'...
McMullin, Kevin
Mon, 8 Nov 2010 08:38:54 -0500
2010
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I get an occasional code 287, (Paddle present). Also, for some time now, I don't get the Paddle present light on my dash. Not even on start up when all of the dash lights go through the bulb check. I have removed the IP and the bulb and circuit is all good. The manual says the...
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Mon, 1 Nov 2010 16:43:57 EDT
2010
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Hello Kevin One of two problems with the over temp DTC. Either the pump or the temp sensor in the port. Since it was showing 145 degrees I would speculate it is the pump. You can remove the cap on the coolant reservoir and their should be a steady stream of coolant. You can fe...
Gardner L Harris
Thu, 21 Oct 2010 18:11:34 -0700
2010
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The PSM seems to be especially fragile. I have gone through two of them here. The first replacement cost me $943 including tax and shipping. The second one was free since it failed within 3 months of being installed. Jeff is right. AFAIK there is no replacement for the fried d...
John Miller
Wed, 20 Oct 2010 15:25:08 -0600
2010
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My power steering failed and I toughed it out for about a year.and then it came back. It still seems "weak" in that it does not work well when the vehicle is stationary. From: [email removed] [mailto:[email removed]] On Behalf Of Jeff Thomas Sent: Wednesday, October 20, 2010 2...
Jeff Thomas
Wed, 20 Oct 2010 13:55:18 -0700
2010
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There are no diagnostics. If the power steering does not start on key on, it's broken. It's a separate 3ph AC motor controller module, powered from the Battery pack, and enabled by a single input line from the PIM. The common failure is the Sanyo hybrid motor controller develo...
Rayan Ghazal
Wed, 20 Oct 2010 13:43:16 -0700
2010
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Hello Richard, I have the manual at home I can check it out tonight and scan some pages if you do not get any advise by tomorrow... Rayan At 01:27 PM 10/20/2010, [email removed] wrote: >Yesterday I was rushing to move my S10E and put it in reverse before the dash lights had fi...
John Miller
Mon, 18 Oct 2010 17:00:52 -0600
2010
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Thanks Gil, The red and black wires to the fan now run *directly* between the fan and the battery - the power wiring through the 25-pin connectors is now bypassed. The control wire is still using its original wiring. I have added a pair of wires (one fused) connected directly...
Ryan Dela
Thu, 7 Oct 2010 15:58:40 -0700
2010
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I agree! I too have been saved by Bill and his Tech-2 in the past. I have since bought one of my own, it is a priceless tool for those of us that own these vehicles. Ryan Dela 1997 PbA -> NiMh Conversion Portland, Oregon On Thu, Oct 7, 2010 at 2:05 PM, Rayan Ghazal <[email rem...