New Batteries

[Stoner99]

Originally Posted by NoleFan4Ever

And if you are using them and taking them down to the 50% threshold, then they will build up their duration more and more after each charge. Once the plates/membrane are completely seasoned, the batteries will be at their fullest potential.

So I really need to install a meter and run it to 50% and recharge to get the most out of the batteries. How long does it take to optimize new batteries?

Sorry for so many questions...this place is just so full of knowledge. Thanks guys!

[NCPW]

Originally Posted by Stoner99

So I really need to install a meter and run it to 50% and recharge to get the most out of the batteries. How long does it take to optimize new batteries?

Sorry for so many questions...this place is just so full of knowledge. Thanks guys!

Yes, you definitely need to invest in a digital dash meter to keep an eye on your voltages and it will help if you ever need to troubleshoot any problems. 50% is the lowest threshold to stay above, but I always kept mine above 70% if I could help it.

It usually takes between 12 to 20 charge cycles to get the full potential of your batteries.

[Stoner99]

Originally Posted by NCPW

Yes, you definitely need to invest in a digital dash meter to keep an eye on your voltages and it will help if you ever need to troubleshoot any problems. 50% is the lowest threshold to stay above, but I always kept mine above 70% if I could help it.

It usually takes between 12 to 20 charge cycles to get the full potential of your batteries.

Thanks! What meter do you use?

[NCPW]

Originally Posted by Stoner99

Thanks! What meter do you use?

Now, I use a ZEVA monitor to watch my lithium pack and a Drok as a back up.

When I was running FLA I used the one Scottyb sells. It's cheap and give a good idea where your at, granted I've had 2 and they both read lower (.5 and .4 volts respectively) than what my calibrated digital multimeter read. But it still gives you a good representation of your pack voltage.

Here's a link to Scottyb's:
http://www.cartsunlimited.net/battery-meters.html

[Stoner99]

Thanks!

[NoleFan4Ever]

Originally Posted by Stoner99

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How long does it take to optimize new batteries?

Sorry for so many questions...this place is just so full of knowledge. Thanks guys!

I posted this for you.....http://www.buggiesgonewild.com/elect...ml#post1580297

Did you read the attachment as it would have answered all this and more....

[Stoner99]

Originally Posted by NoleFan4Ever

I posted this for you.....http://www.buggiesgonewild.com/elect...ml#post1580297

Did you read the attachment as it would have answered all this and more....

Reading Comprehension was never my strong suit...

[NoleFan4Ever]

Originally Posted by Stoner99

Reading Comprehension was never my strong suite...

Lol! That is definitely one worth reading....

[jdavila99999]

Originally Posted by NCPW

Now, I use a ZEVA monitor to watch my lithium pack and a Drok as a back up.



When I was running FLA I used the one Scottyb sells. It's cheap and give a good idea where your at, granted I've had 2 and they both read lower (.5 and .4 volts respectively) than what my calibrated digital multimeter read. But it still gives you a good representation of your pack voltage.



Here's a link to Scottyb's:

http://www.cartsunlimited.net/battery-meters.html

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[Stoner99]

Gonna order one tonight. Just use the hot wire off the reverse buzzer? I think I did read that before.