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There is an amazing felt-tip pen contact cleaner that does wonders for any low voltage connection point (other than soldered) and has been saving many...
vanrescuers
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Nov 3, 2006
2:04 am
428
*This is also cross-posted on the Zappy Group* It appears that 31AH-35AH disability-scooter SLA or gel batteries don't delivery a high-amp output sufficient...
vanrescuers
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Nov 13, 2006
4:44 pm
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The e-Max was equiped with gel batteries from the factory but they are specially designed ones for high amp draws and fast charging. they are also not...
aerowhatt
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Nov 13, 2006
9:23 pm
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Thanks for this info, Aerowhatt. FYI, the biggest battery shop in BC alleged that Yuasa's batteries have gone down a big notch recently (like...
vanrescuers
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Nov 14, 2006
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One Ego-2 had an intermittent stalling or a balk. Applied the cleaning solution pen to the connector inside the chassis, and it became smooth. However, it may...
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Nov 14, 2006
5:04 pm
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hey guys! i have a quick ?, i ride to work about a mile each way, every day...is it necessary to charge every night like i do..or should i just charge when...
Casey
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Nov 29, 2006
2:57 am
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Casey, It is very important to keep the eGO connected to an electrical outlet at all times (unless you are riding it, of course!). aerowhatt, probably the...
Dr. Art
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Nov 29, 2006
5:15 pm
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... Casey, What you are thinking about is the best way to ruin your batteries. It is much better to keep your lead acid batteries fully charged at all times. ...
Lawrence Rhodes
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Nov 29, 2006
6:37 pm
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Casey Art is absolutely right. Keep it plugged in whenever you aren't riding. With a very short commute like yours I would also take a longer ride 2 to 4 times...
aerowhatt
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Nov 30, 2006
12:00 am
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Vancouver was locked in snow and ice for about 10 days, just clearing now. Cyclists mostly disappeared and bike shops are deserted. The Ego was a little dicey...
vanrescuers
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Dec 6, 2006
11:10 pm
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FYI, one of the battery expert FAQ sites claims "voids" can occur in gel batteries if charged with a less then 5% Depth of Discharge. Gel batteries can also be...
vanrescuers
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Dec 6, 2006
11:13 pm
439
Forgot to mention that a belt-driven Ego might have wear issues, if ridden on roads that have been salted, sanded, or gravel-covered. A chain-drive with...
vanrescuers
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Dec 6, 2006
11:16 pm
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Hi all A lot less eGO activity these days due to the cold temps across the country. Every year this time (since 2002) I've been casually looking for wind...
aerowhatt
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Dec 10, 2006
1:05 am
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take a look at these! go to Zzipper.com i was just complaining to people at work that it is chilly at 40 something degrees in the A.M.!! but back up to 70's in...
Casey
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Dec 10, 2006
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Yes, you in Arizona and southern Cal have some rough winter conditions to deal with, poor things! There are some interesting fairings on that site but did you...
aerowhatt
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Dec 10, 2006
4:23 pm
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http://www.zzipper.com/index.html I went down to Davenport and meet the owner Karl. He is a great guy and very helpful. Depending on the thickness of your...
Lawrence Rhodes
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Dec 11, 2006
4:11 pm
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As I posted previously, the city of Tucson requires the eGO electric vehicle to be registered with the Dept. of Motor Vehicles. It does not fall under the...
drartalcj
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Dec 18, 2006
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I think you will be hard pressed to find a decent new ped elect for $500 - $600. I have some experience with a brushless hub motor Bicycle. Then this past fall...
aerowhatt
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Dec 19, 2006
6:22 pm
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... cruiser with a 36V extended range Wilderness Energy brushed motor. The bike is fast, reliable and stelth enough to pass under the radar. I bought the WE...
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Dec 20, 2006
10:08 pm
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Wow, Jim! I am impressed with your concoction. Can you give me more information on where to get the parts, difficulty/ease in installing, etc. Thanks. Art...
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drartalcj
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Dec 20, 2006
10:23 pm
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Jim, Never mind the referral site. I think I found it at www.wildernessenergy.com Art...
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drartalcj
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Dec 20, 2006
10:40 pm
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From the dealer locater page on the WE site you can find somebody in your area that sells the WE kits. I am in Long Beach Calif. I found a guy in Seal Beach...
jimcresap
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Dec 23, 2006
1:27 am
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Thanks, Jim. I found Ajo Bikes listed on the WE page and will plan to visit them next week. Your suggestion of finding a local dealer/repair shop has great...
Dr. Art
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Dec 23, 2006
1:30 pm
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If we could bring this group discussion back to Ego Scooters for a while... what new offerings are they comming out with?? Have the new owners achieved some...
Bill Sloggy
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Dec 23, 2006
6:49 pm
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Hey Bill Yes things have stabilized and inventory is back on parts etc. Despite an exposion Dec 8th at the Cambridge Building where the home offices are. Which...
aerowhatt
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Dec 24, 2006
4:23 am
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WOW I did not know that the main office had been damaged by an explosion. I'm glad to hear that they are still operating under that difficult circumstance. As...
Bill Sloggy
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Dec 26, 2006
8:31 pm
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Bill One could certainly power the eGO with alternate technology. I don't think we will see it from most manufacturers anytime soon because it drives...
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Dec 27, 2006
6:41 am
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H'yall. Happy new years. This is a review of the Panasonic SLA/AGM battery. FYI Panasonic (not a company I like, though -- too big a corporation) batteries...
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Jan 13, 2007
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I will have to make longer runs on the Ego. If I connect 2 12AH batteries and store them on deck, will that make sense? Or am I just lugging deadweight? This...
vanrescuers
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Jan 13, 2007
5:19 pm
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IMO once you've dealt with the plastic sprocket (on older Ego's) and put a mud-blocking chassis shield, and a motor-fan, the Ego is really a long-term vehicle...
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Jan 13, 2007
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