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^thanks for the reply. Please keep us updated on how the battery perform. I might eventually go this route when it's time to replace my battery. Still on the oem battery at 77k miles, 4 yrs running. I am assuming installation doesn't require resetting of the battery registry?
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oh I see. But if these Li batteries have an internal circuitry to handle the charging/discharging, wouldn't it be the best to register it under the 40 AGM charge rate and then disable the registry/adaptation that our car computer does by default? Is it possible or I am over-thinking it? I couldn't find any info on it.
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Just curious - anyone looked into the new Ballistic performance batteries?
https://www.pegasusautoracing.com/gr...ID=BALLISTICAR Seems a lot more reasonable for even more weight savings. |
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Here is my installation of the VPH900. I fashioned a baseplate the fit into the OEM battery guides and bolts to the floor as well. The base is about 3mm thick and the and screws are countersunk flush underneath. I added heat shrink tubing to the top of the battery strap for extra protection. The battery is totally secure and is going nowhere. Unlike Velcro and string this will pass any tech inspection at the track
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I read OP's installation and was wondering, I would never install a battery with zip ties, Velcro and a cord!!!! Sorry OP not a good installation at all, looks crappy and not professional. I agree maybe it's a good idea to have a newer technology battery, but please upgrade that installation. Look the one above.
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20kg is a lot of weight saving, but you lose so much battery capacity.
you went from 85AH to 33AH thats a huge difference yes okay if you just have a track car then good work. but hopeless for a daily driver. i would be scared to leave the radio on for half an hour while cleaning your car or something |
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also if you swap out battery with the same AH, do I still have to register it?
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I would say for a DD don't bother, the wight savings are not worth it. For a dual purpose weekend warrior, yes. I also just bought the Akra Evo (used) and this should net me an additional 50 lbs off the car, putting me below 3500 lbs total without driver. When I got the car corner balanced the weight was 3540 with a 1/4 tank of gas. The weight off can be felt, its like driving the car on an empty tank. The last weight mod I need to do it seats, then I am done. Further weight savings can be had by stripping the car, but I like the interior too much plus I use the rear seats.
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Awesome.
I'm doing cf roof next week, and my next weight project will be a LiOn battery. Should push me under 3150 lbs with full interior still . Still deciding on brand-- so many choices these days! Last edited by Obioban; 07-04-2015 at 10:21 AM.. |
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On choices, I only had two to choose from, Braille and Voltphreaks. What sold on Voltphreaks was 1. The performance to weight and 2. The fact that it had an on board charge management systems and auto shutoff. It was also cheaper and has more capacity that Braille.
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There's a thread where a poster affirmed that he registered the battery with a different rating than the stock battery (90 ah agm - stock v. 40 ah agm - voltp battery, I believe).
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Bumping this old thread
What do you guys think about this kit? Will it work for Voltphreaks VPH 900 battery? http://www.rennline.com/Lightweight-...nfo/EL36V3.37/ http://www.rennline.com/Rennline-Bat...tinfo/EL30.37/ Last edited by Groundpilot; 05-04-2016 at 12:43 PM.. |
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