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JJL0256 replied to the thread 250 watt motor and 18max current controller?.It's not a stupid idea, but you have to be mindful of how you ride. The motor can likely handle short bursts of 18A, but the danger zone...
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JExactly... anything else is just plain stupid
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JJL0256 replied to the thread Electric Bike vs. Regular Bike.That’s actually a really fair point, Stefan. I hadn't considered the duration factor. I tend to focus on the intensity per mile, but...
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JJL0256 replied to the thread Electric Bike vs. Regular Bike.They’re tools for different jobs. A regular bike is simpler, lighter, and better exercise. An e-bike makes commuting, hills, and longer...
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JJL0256 replied to the thread Which brake first?.On dry pavement the front brake does most of the stopping, because weight transfers forward under braking. So for a quick stop you...
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JJL0256 replied to the thread 36V Commuter Battery is Dying - Rebuild or Replace?.Thanks, Chazmo! The temptation to go 48V was definitely there, but I've decided to resist the 'upgrade bug' this time. Since my other...
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JJL0256 reacted to Chazmo's post in the thread 36V Commuter Battery is Dying - Rebuild or Replace? with
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Late to the party, JL, but having digested that you already have a more “modern” bike I wish you well. Your approach sounds reasonable... -
JJL0256 replied to the thread 36V Commuter Battery is Dying - Rebuild or Replace?.I’m with you 100%, Elyot. At the end of the day, this bike is just my daily workhorse, not a project I want to be constantly tweaking...
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JJL0256 reacted to Elyot919's post in the thread 36V Commuter Battery is Dying - Rebuild or Replace? with Like.
That makes sense about staying at the same voltage unless I’m ready to swap controller and display too. This bike is all about...
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JJL0256 replied to the thread 36V Commuter Battery is Dying - Rebuild or Replace?.Thanks for the thoughtful reply, RunForTheHills! You’ve given me a lot to think about. Grin is obviously incredible and they’ve done so...
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JJL0256 reacted to RunForTheHills's post in the thread 36V Commuter Battery is Dying - Rebuild or Replace? with Like.
If it were me, I would buy a new battery from either Grin or EM3EV. Grin is more expensive, but they offer great support and have...