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05-08-2012, 11:32 PM | #1 |
Not Yet Wild
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New member with Range Question
Hello,
I have been lurking for a while and finally picked up my first cart. 95' CC DS 48V (series cart I think). It appears to have been well cared for and came with a few extra goodies. I am using it mainly for transportation in a small golf community. I have given it the once over and am deciding what to do about batteries. Cart has a mix of T-875 batteries 2 from 2011 2 from 2010 and 2 unknown vintage Voltages don't seem great 55V on charge for the pack and about 53V when charged (individual voltages when charged are from 8.8-8.4V). I understand that this number should be 9.5V each or more, and from the previous owners notes they were as of 1/2011 when his notebook ends. The problem for me is limited range, after about 5 miles I am at ready for a recharge. I use it daily as a substitute for my car and don't mind spending a bit of funds on this project. So, question is, If I invest in a new pack, what kind or range should I anticipate? I realize that my usage (longish jaunts of 1 mile or more) will diminish range more than true golf usage. I am leaning on purchasing a full pack as a fresh start, rather than trying piece together a good pack. TIA, Blake |
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05-09-2012, 12:10 AM | #2 |
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Re: New member with Range Question
Update
Just checked, my post charge voltage is now 51.5. Was gurgling and bubbling during final charge, at that time it was running around 63v. This is down from 53V a week ago:(. |
05-09-2012, 08:33 AM | #3 |
Not Yet Wild
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Re: New member with Range Question
I am sure that 50.9 is a full charge to the batteries. when it goes above that. It would be over charged. I do beleive the gurgling is normal process to the charge part. here is a sticky that telles you about charge percentage and state of battery.
http://www.buggiesgonewild.com/elect...-readings.html |
05-09-2012, 08:53 AM | #4 |
Not Yet Wild
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Re: New member with Range Question
Yep, I checked it again this morning and its right on 51V, I must have a battery or 2 that is dropping off under load.
Based on the chart i should recharge at 80% or 50V, right? I think thats the voltage its at when things slow down, around 4-5 miles. |
05-09-2012, 10:08 AM | #5 |
The Last Moja Morani
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Re: New member with Range Question
under normal flat driving you should get much more than 5 miles out of a set of good batteries........if your only getting 5 miles between charges its time to check battery condition..............................
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05-09-2012, 10:36 AM | #6 |
Not Yet Wild
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Re: New member with Range Question
^ Agreed!!!
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05-09-2012, 03:14 PM | #7 | |
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Re: New member with Range Question
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Second you should run your batteries to NO More than 48.41 or 50%. They'll last you longer that way. Get a digital gauge to monitor your battery condition all the time is another way to maximize your pack. Third I've gone on 4 12's as much as 25 miles on a single charge. See the link below: http://www.buggiesgonewild.com/elect...-6-8-volt.html Get the new pack and make sure you take care of your batteries and they'll take care of you! |
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05-09-2012, 09:15 PM | #8 |
Not Yet Wild
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Re: New member with Range Question
Talked to the local Trojan dealer today and made arrangements to take the pack in this weekend to load test each one and see whats up. I use it almost every day and I hope to make the investment last as long as possible.
As far as voltage I thought 80% was the max you were supposed to go, so 50% would be a lot harder on the pack right? |
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