Hi all, I have a belt drive Gizmo that is at a 3:1 ratio. I have been lugging my motor with the hills I have to climb so I need a different ratio. In talking...
Hello Gizmo users; I own the newer Gizmo version (belt drive) 2003 model. I want to replace my older batteries . I have 4 Trozan SCS225 (48V) which are 130 AH...
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Hi All, I have to have the side curtains replaced on my Gizmo because some student decided to slash it. I was wondering what other Gizmo owners had for colors....
Great video, Robert, I can't speak to the the batteries you are wondering about. My Gizmo has 6 T-875s. Remember that the lower capacity batteries will be run...
Do you know the size of the drive gear on your Gizmo is? Carl said that they ranged from 22 teeth to 30 teeth with 24 the most common. My Gizmo has 30 teeth so...
Hi All, We can get a replacement for the side curtains in just about any color you want for $320 plus shipping. We still have the patterns. It is a little...
The following message, with a response at the top, was posted over on the Electric Vehicle Discussion List and I thought I'd post it here to see if anyone with...
The Junior class at Kelso HS, where I teach, asked me to participate in their lip sync at the homecoming assembly. While you can't see me when I enter the gym...
Hi David; Looks like a lot of fun. Matbe I can get my son's high school to let me drive my Gizmo in the halls! How are you getting thru a 36" wide entry...
I cobbled together a mix of batteries when a couple died on me recently, and now it's time to replace the pack. I'm currently using 6 x t-860's, and thinking...
If you are willing to hook up a charger each time, you might consider a bulk charger, available from various industrial suppliers for about $300, which gives...
Travis, I haven't tried those batteries. I have T-875s in my Gizmo. While I don't have one yet here is a possible smart 8v charger you might want to check out:...
Thanks for the advice on chargers guys... I did get the 4 12V batteries in, so I'll see how it works. The DC/DC was only hooked up to 4 of the batteries in the...
Travis, Please report back on your experience with those batteries. I'd be interested in how "stiff" they are compared to your T-860s. FWIW, I'm seeing 250-300...
After a week of running the new batteries, acceleration seems the same as when it was running new 8V batteries, and I've had no range issues... I don't have...
... That is good to know. I have several cells in my T-875 pack which are quite black after a charge so I don't know how much longer my pack will last. ... ...
Here in NJ, gas is $3.11 for reg. unleaded. OUCH! -Carl, is there any hope of resurrecting the GIZMO? I was looking at the www.aptera.com website! Wow, is...
In spite of the gas prices and maybe because of the political & economic environment, my partner and I have bought a bigger piece of land outside of the city...
Hello John, I thought I'd start at 6500$ without batteries. It's in very good shape and has under 2000 miles on it. Thanks! Kelle ... From: boycoolman...
Those of us on solar PV power alone aren't in such a good position to commute with an NEV if we want our house lights to function as well. In our community...
Hello to the group. I've recently taken delivery of Gizmo #30. I figure it's that number, based on my exhaustive reading of all the messages of the group, and...
Heelo Fred; I own a 2003 Gizmo with all the latest updates. (just like yours). I have only 1500 miles on mine and it is in mint condition. I have just ...
I've recently had the battery box sand-blasted and powdercoated and it looks marvelous! While I had part of the vehicle removed, I figured it would be a good...
Hi Travis; I just ordered 4 Trojan T-1275's for my Gizmo. Good to hear that they are working. I previously had 4 SCS225 (deep cycle marine Trojan). I got...