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Archive for August 31, 2008
That dry taste in your mouth, not good for EVs
August 31, 2008 by Rob.
Alex and I watered the RAVolt’s batteries yesterday. I’m right on schedule, but the cells were very dry (4+ oz instead of 3) due to Austin’s relentless heat.
I can tell when the cells are getting dessicated because it cuts down my range (to about 18 miles). That leads to sphincter tightening when my batteries start to sag uncomfortably and I’m a few miles from home.
Post-watering, I did a 20 mile ride and the batteries were still nice and bouncy.
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