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And it cuts it off to zero, not a slow decrease in voltage. Because of this, you'll see people try to get by without the charger with a strong LA or AGM. Unfortunately people have gotten the idea it may be ok.
I'm reminding people to not try that with an Li. because of the additional consequences.
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Has anyone had any experience withe the Voltphreak VPH 900. It looks to be on par with the Braille I48CE but $500 less. It also weighs just 7lbs. Doing a little homework on the VPH 900. I am also wondering if it is plug and play and you do not need an additional bracket. If any one has any experience please chime in.
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The downside is they do not make a battery mount for this. You would have to custom or find a mount that would work. The Battery is 10x6x3(LWH). I am not handy nor do I have access to see how the OEM battery sits to find a solution. If any one has any thoughts or solutions it would be welcomed. The Braille is truly plug and play and you pay for it.
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The DIY thread I mentioned above has a relatively straight forward mounting bracket tutorial, so I'm hoping something like that is possible for our cars.
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Got your PM. Alex has a base Cayman but I presume the battery mounting is the same as the GT4. I've been trying to talk to him about looking at his car for ideas securing the VoltPhreaks but he's been swamped at his shop. I'll keep on it though.
The DIY thread I mentioned above has a relatively straight forward mounting bracket tutorial, so I'm hoping something like that is possible for our cars.
The DIY thread I mentioned above has a relatively straight forward mounting bracket tutorial, so I'm hoping something like that is possible for our cars.
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Yes - the problem with the Braille is if your charger goes out and you do not catch it and that battery drains you may be out $1500. With the Voltphreak you are safe guarded. If we can rig a safe bracket this would certainly be the route. Saving 28 lbs is the way to go - that is quite significant for ~$1000
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Somewhat related, I just installed an Odyssey in my Spyder and included a few pics of the install and weights. https://rennlist.com/forums/987-981-...w-weights.html
I considered the Braille also but I didn't love the mounting options and the cost was significantly higher to lose another 10 lbs. My thinking is that the Odyssey should last about 3 - 4 years and by then we should have some robust lightweight options and a good aftermarket solution to mount them in our cars without modification. Hopefully the vendors are paying attention.
I considered the Braille also but I didn't love the mounting options and the cost was significantly higher to lose another 10 lbs. My thinking is that the Odyssey should last about 3 - 4 years and by then we should have some robust lightweight options and a good aftermarket solution to mount them in our cars without modification. Hopefully the vendors are paying attention.
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The Braille weighs only 10 LBs and it is plug and play. It mounts on the same fasteners so you should not need any new mounting brackets
My bad - I see you have an older model Spyder and it may need a specific mounting bracket
My bad - I see you have an older model Spyder and it may need a specific mounting bracket
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Not to get off topic...but maybe I can help a little bit on the MTB weight problem and help you lower that $$$$ per oz.....excuse me....grams!
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I like that Porsche has the battery on the mid-line of the car and towards the center, but it's up a bit high. I'm not saying taking 20lbs out of that space will be noticeable, but it certainly can't hurt performance.
Now, how else can we "add lightness?"
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I have a 25lbs weight that I put on my garbage can at night so the raccoons will not get in. As I placed it on tonight the thought hit me that 25 lbs. is heavier than you think when it is concentrated in one small space. Probably the same width and length as a battry