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12-28-2016, 01:14 PM | #1 |
Wild Gone
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EZGO TXT Lithium Upgrade
I have a 2005 PDS 36v and the batteries are shot. Can anybody recommend if a Lithium battery upgrade is worth it? Max distance traveled is 15 miles, but typically 5-10.
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12-28-2016, 01:26 PM | #2 |
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Re: EZGO TXT Lithium Upgrade
If you are looking for cost savings, may not be worth it. If you are looking for weight savings, pack performance, longest life, no acid mess/corrosion, no water maintenance, may be a good plan for you. I have built several lithium setups, and cost savings is not on my list of selling points. Your range needs are no problem at all. And a 100ah lithium pack delivers the same amount of energy as a lead T-875 pack when both are configured for 48v use (and tested with the industry standard Lester discharge machine).
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12-28-2016, 01:34 PM | #3 |
Wild Gone
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Re: EZGO TXT Lithium Upgrade
What price range are you talking about? I think this might be worth it if I don't have to worry about changing out batteries every 5 years. The performance would of course be something I am interested in as well. I am running 36v and I don't want to replace the controller and motor if I don't have to.
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12-28-2016, 02:38 PM | #4 |
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Re: EZGO TXT Lithium Upgrade
Well, ours are pretty pricey. Over 3k added to cost of a new cart. But that's a full system, cells, charger, battery management system, and a 7 year full warranty. We do not sell them outside our area, or for self install. You could build a system yourself for a lot less out of used Nissan leaf cells (as has been done on this site several times). The cells can be configured for any voltage you need, and stock controller & motor can be used.
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12-28-2016, 02:42 PM | #5 |
Wild Gone
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Re: EZGO TXT Lithium Upgrade
Thanks for the info. I can make a case for it if the price is equal or less than 2 new sets of batteries. My assumption would be the lithium batteries would last at least as long if not longer.
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12-28-2016, 02:52 PM | #6 |
Gone Wild
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Southwestern Pa.
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Re: EZGO TXT Lithium Upgrade
Just know what your getting into. These are not your grandfather's batteries. All I will say is that you have seen the "e-cigerett's" blow up in smokers pockets, and you have seen the "hover-board" craze lithium batteries catch fire for no apparent reason (and, of course.....there are reasons) So, if you are not an Engineer or someone who has a background of heavy science, it's not like putting together a flashlight.
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12-28-2016, 10:07 PM | #7 |
Wild Gone
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Re: EZGO TXT Lithium Upgrade
Yeah, but you don't hear of hybrid cars burning down....
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12-28-2016, 10:36 PM | #8 |
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Re: EZGO TXT Lithium Upgrade
Take lots of pics . I would like to do this, if the cost comes down
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12-29-2016, 11:50 AM | #9 |
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Re: EZGO TXT Lithium Upgrade
Cold temps will reduce range with Lithium batteries also. All batteries are subject to performance variation with temperature. Basic Chemistry. I am happy with my Lithium upgrade but I am hesitant to recommend it to anyone without some electrical experience. FLA batteries handle abuse much better. A single over discharge of a Lithium pack will ruin it. Overcharging a Lithium pack can cause a spectacular fire. For me, the interest in doing something different and the 250 plus pounds weight savings is worth it.
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12-29-2016, 01:07 PM | #10 |
Wild Gone
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Re: EZGO TXT Lithium Upgrade
Luckily I don't have to worry about the cold. My understanding is that the BMS will take care of balancing and preventing overcharging. A concern would be a complete discharge and rendering the batteries useless.
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