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Forum: Electric Bikes
06-25-11, 06:16 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 9,348
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Sarah, First off, I built my e-Bike for...

Sarah,

First off, I built my e-Bike for about $1300 on the old frame I had. My total cost (with trailer) was much over that, but first things first.

Factors to consider: Length of ride and...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-01-10, 08:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,104
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Yup got their gear. I usually stay away from...

Yup got their gear. I usually stay away from expressing a preference for a vendor, but if you are in Canada...

Justin rox...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-01-10, 08:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,465
Posted By CowtownPeddler

My rig

Charging and connected...

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Forum: Electric Bikes
09-01-10, 08:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,465
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Using a balancing charger

So I use a balancing charger to make sure each cell is within a certain level of another. I just got lazy and I do 6 cells at a time. A lot of packs I have encountered have wierd cell counts, so I...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-01-10, 07:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,465
Posted By CowtownPeddler

I missed one problem. I have had several...

I missed one problem.

I have had several packs I have rebuilt, charged and such, but they seem to cut out and stuff, even when the cells are perfect.
Solution: Disconnect the BMS and replace it...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-01-10, 07:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,465
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Overcharging Protection The first rule is...

Overcharging Protection

The first rule is to never charge a battery unattended. If you do, choose a fire-proof location. I showed you the balancing connector. You should be able to connect any...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-01-10, 05:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,073
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Apparently none.

Apparently none.
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-31-10, 07:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,465
Posted By CowtownPeddler

My First EBike - Battery mistakes and repairs.

]Let me first say - DO NOT DO THIS AT HOME....

Every EBike battery has some common characteristics. Most people who buy a fully assembled battery have several connectors coming from it. There...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-31-10, 05:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,073
Posted By CowtownPeddler

My First EBike - Thundersky 20AH battery build

So I didn't buy a kit at this part - range, weight and cost all pointed to the obvious - I needed to build my own battery. Curiosity might have some hand also in my decision.

I decided on the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-31-10, 05:10 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 594
Posted By CowtownPeddler

My First EBike - Part 2

Well, this is an update to my previous thread... I left off with all the parts and started putting them together. My timetable was not met, or my budget, but what I learned....

First off - having...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-23-10, 07:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 758
Posted By CowtownPeddler

I bet ya gotta get a new chain, chain dimensions...

I bet ya gotta get a new chain, chain dimensions become important at that level...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-23-10, 07:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 758
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Well... I thought I really had to fudge my 7...

Well... I thought I really had to fudge my 7 speed.... It all depends on the spread distance (or whatever they call it, measure it from the inside) of the forks and all the gear near it....

You...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-23-10, 07:02 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,200
Posted By CowtownPeddler

My next project is the helmet with the sound...

My next project is the helmet with the sound system and cam, so an audible alarm had better be loud. I like this... Actually, the next is a wireless USB hub and a netbook. This sounds easy tho....
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-23-10, 06:52 PM
Replies: 220
Views: 149,899
Posted By CowtownPeddler

http://www.nexeon.co.uk/technology/patent-informat...

http://www.nexeon.co.uk/technology/patent-information/


Hmmm....
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-23-10, 06:50 PM
Replies: 220
Views: 149,899
Posted By CowtownPeddler

http://www.rdmag.com/News/2010/03/Georgia-Tech-Ene...

http://www.rdmag.com/News/2010/03/Georgia-Tech-Energy-Materials-Battery-breakthrough-silicon-based-Li-ion-anode-stands-up-under-stress/

I rest my case....
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-23-10, 06:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 787
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Torque arms? One cannot hurt...

Torque arms? One cannot hurt...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-23-10, 06:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,230
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Well, you could always install torque arms, they...

Well, you could always install torque arms, they are cheaper than the alternative.

So long as you don't use regen I see no risks...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-23-10, 06:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,229
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Well, the guys do have a good point about...

Well, the guys do have a good point about charging in a well ventilated and clear area (preferrably away from the house)... I would say at least initially until you gain confidence in the charger,...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-23-10, 05:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,733
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Thought I would share a quick something - I just...

Thought I would share a quick something - I just bought a trailer to carry 100lbs (batteries and camping gear) and I followed the advice of an old friend who road the west coast from Vancouver to...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-22-10, 06:51 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,734
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Hey new (hope ya don't mind, it's much...

Hey new (hope ya don't mind, it's much shorter...) Is that an small IPOD case around yer cellLog?
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-22-10, 06:49 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,734
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Oh, I remember why I shelved the old "Daily...

Oh, I remember why I shelved the old "Daily Driver" - I knew it was stripped and stuff. I just never had the tools to replace it. *Packrat*
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-22-10, 06:47 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,734
Posted By CowtownPeddler

I ordered a new controller, throttle and brake...

I ordered a new controller, throttle and brake today. I now has a magnificent pedal bike that works fully. I am just too lazy to pull the tire, tube and freewheel and put them back on the old rim. I...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-22-10, 06:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,733
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Do you find it throws you to the right? I assume...

Do you find it throws you to the right? I assume 2wd on the trailer?
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-22-10, 06:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,124
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Do you have a multimeter?

Do you have a multimeter?
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-22-10, 06:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,755
Posted By CowtownPeddler

True that, from first hand experience - you can...

True that, from first hand experience - you can think of a lot when you are flying through the air. I suggest taking a few days of Judo lessons to learn how to land properly.

My two cents'
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-22-10, 06:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,086
Posted By CowtownPeddler

I can attest - my Norco seems to be all aluminum....

I can attest - my Norco seems to be all aluminum. I run a rear hub motor and have definitely not had a problem.

I did limit the beastie to a max 30A draw and torqued the rear nuts down well. I...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-22-10, 06:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,914
Posted By CowtownPeddler

One thing I have started doing is watching the CA...

One thing I have started doing is watching the CA for wattage draw and trying to keep that down when I can, 200W draw results into much more distance, although I do hit 990+ on bad uphills, 1300+...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-22-10, 06:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,258
Posted By CowtownPeddler

I should say - I haz a rear mounted hub motor....

I should say - I haz a rear mounted hub motor....
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-22-10, 06:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,258
Posted By CowtownPeddler

OMG guys... You'd never know you were friends... ...

OMG guys... You'd never know you were friends...

Okay, a hub motor's top speed is limited by the volts (RPM, then multiply by the rim size and you have a set top speed) and torque by Amps draw, a...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-22-10, 04:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,914
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Oh yeah, measured 35.7 km/h as I have my kit set...

Oh yeah, measured 35.7 km/h as I have my kit set to cut out the assist at 32 km/h... (Divide by 8 and multiply by 5 for mph)
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-22-10, 04:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,914
Posted By CowtownPeddler

I have a full aluminum frame and chose to install...

I have a full aluminum frame and chose to install a rear wheel kit to avoid breakage issues. It's working just fine actually. I didn't even put torque arms on it, 150 km so far with only self-induced...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-22-10, 04:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 768
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Not required here in Alberta, Canada. Well,...

Not required here in Alberta, Canada. Well, technically as long as I can't exceed 32km/h without pedalling.
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-18-10, 07:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,254
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Agreed, less regret that way..

Agreed, less regret that way..
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-18-10, 07:01 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,734
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Yeah, today was spent aligning the front...

Yeah, today was spent aligning the front derailleur, turned out to be the bottom bracket - that was an epic battle, but Shimano won.... I measured the original bottom bracket at 124mm and bought a...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-18-10, 06:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,329
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Black is usually Gnd Red is usually +5v Green...

Black is usually Gnd
Red is usually +5v
Green is usually throttle 0-5v

Best of luck
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-18-10, 06:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,784
Posted By CowtownPeddler

How much do you pedal, how bad is the headwind?...

How much do you pedal, how bad is the headwind? I'd say 30km, 17mi (about), oh yeah, weight and height?

But then, I'm a lanky stick that pedals a lot.
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-18-10, 06:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,596
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Make yer own? Dude, if you have any ability...

Make yer own?

Dude, if you have any ability at all with a razorblade and a soldering iron, you can do it. My kit came equiped with 30A Andersons, I bought a ton of pigtails, www.ebikes.ca...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-18-10, 07:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,329
Posted By CowtownPeddler

What controller? Make/model?

What controller? Make/model?
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-18-10, 01:41 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,734
Posted By CowtownPeddler

I always check the cell voltages before and after...

I always check the cell voltages before and after charging and before the ride. Any time there's an issue, I top all cells to within about .01v of each other. (They sit for a while after charging...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-18-10, 01:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,596
Posted By CowtownPeddler

I use a SPST toggle. Connect it all, turn the...

I use a SPST toggle. Connect it all, turn the batteries on and then turn on the controller. Never seen a spark yet.
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-17-10, 03:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,671
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Add "built at home" category.... It doesn't...

Add "built at home" category....

It doesn't matter what kit or anything that you choose, support is important. Some of us have a history of fixing and building bikes, some with electronics and...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-17-10, 03:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,229
Posted By CowtownPeddler

There are two ways to make a cell go like that,...

There are two ways to make a cell go like that, and since it was quite small an explosion, I am quite surprised.

After watching the videos of Lithium cells go, you can overcharge them (fire), or...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-11-10, 02:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 871
Posted By CowtownPeddler

My Katmandu frame is all Aluminum. I decided to...

My Katmandu frame is all Aluminum. I decided to buy the rear wheel conversion and it's been working just fine. Sometimes it worries me, that seems to be a lot of weight, but so far no issues.

I...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-11-10, 02:40 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,734
Posted By CowtownPeddler

The argument for a cell monitor is well noted. My...

The argument for a cell monitor is well noted. My Cycle Analyst has a Low Voltage Cutoff that will cut off all power at a certain level. I've not had any problems with cell balancing after the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-10-10, 06:48 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 11,311
Posted By CowtownPeddler

All I can add, and I am sure you have read from...

All I can add, and I am sure you have read from everyone - Batteries are king. Go ahead and buy something you love, but for goodness sake, learn how to use a multimeter or go make sure you can get...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-10-10, 06:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,733
Posted By CowtownPeddler

The problem with that design is a matter of which...

The problem with that design is a matter of which direction the driving foirce is applied, all a function ot the trailer anchor point. In this case, forward force is not applied equally to both sides...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-10-10, 06:25 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,734
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Where I go, the batteries go. It's a little wierd...

Where I go, the batteries go. It's a little wierd and I'm kinda getting used to it. They don't spend much time in "the cold" - I bought gloves today. One of my "exploration rides" last week took me...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-10-10, 06:08 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 10,254
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Wow, gratz dude... I've been busy and away from...

Wow, gratz dude... I've been busy and away from the forums.

I bought the same cells, after a manual balance they haven't wavered a bit. I top mine to 3.70v, make sure they are there stable (about...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-06-10, 06:55 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,734
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Well, there are at least two other options. I saw...

Well, there are at least two other options. I saw the Doctorbass video where he built the thing for an e-car and another video where the beastie I had hoped to use was running. I know he got a load...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-04-10, 07:55 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,734
Posted By CowtownPeddler

Currently just using the LVC, Battery Medic...

Currently just using the LVC, Battery Medic should arrive shortly, but overall I'll be counting on a BMS.

Yes, I'm running the Infineon 35A controller, never thought to check the peak draw, but...
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