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Kevin,
No offense but when doing a lead conversion the LAST thing you do is buy the
batteries. You think you will be done soon. Turns out I am a year into mine
and probably a year to go. A lot of the guys, me included, use cardboard and
a glue gun for batteries.

If I were you I would be on the phone cancelling the order. There are a lot
of more important things to buy and do before the batteries will be needed.


Sincerely,
Mark Grasser


-----Original Message-----
From: xxx@xxx.xxx.edu [mailto:xxx@xxx.xxx.edu] On Behalf
Of Ken Overway
Sent: Tuesday, July 10, 2012 3:31 PM
To: Electric Vehicle Discussion List
Subject: Re: [EVDL] Donor truck questions

I am going to do what Bruce has proposed. I just bought $2k worth of Pb-acid
batteries and hope to save up for Li-batteries for the next pack
replacement. I am hoping that a reprogrammed charger, new connectors, and a
BMS is all the re-fit will require. Besides the cost, my other problem with
Li batteries is that they all seem to be made in China. I'm loathe to buy
anything from China unless it is unavoidable/ I heard there was a new
battery plant in Holland, MI making Li batteries, but only for the big
companies. With the Li change over I should be able to lighten my car and/or
put some batteries in parallel to increase the range on my 120V system. Time
will tell...

-Ken Overway

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on the donor truck issue: I"ve been very patient, and workin on my
Elec-Trak tractor/mower, while waiting for exactly what I want in an
S-10 for my conversion. I think I've found it !! nice crew cab with
power windows/locks etc with a matchin shell, in excellent condition
for a pretty damned good price. I'll wind up gettin a toneau cover
for it for everyday use, but the shell will be nice to do some close
by camping etc. I'll keep you posted on developments, but for now I'd
underscore: being patient and determined to wait for what you really
want... I'll probably use the truck as is for this year so I'll have
the money to get the conversion done quickly once I start.
Thanks again for all the great advice and benefits of your experience
!! I am gonna love this as much as my electric tractor, only moreso
Great group here, I can't express how much I value your wisdom
and input - have a great day :-)

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