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Hei Andy, I spent 5 years in Stavanger and Oslo as a kid, and last visited in 2022 for EVS35. I was disappointed to see when visiting with EVServices.no and talking to Norsk elbilforening members to learn that taking care of older EVs is not very popular, especially with 'early modern EVs'...

Here’s the warranty extension letter, which didn’t cover the 2014 and 2016 models. Depending upon the original sale date for your 2014, the warranty may still be an effect so best get that confirmed ASAP! https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10166283-9999.pdf

And from the co-founder’s Reddit handle, he ought to be a member here! https://www.reddit.com/user/i-miev/ https://www.keysavvy.com/ev-tax-credit No i-MiEV currently listed, but plenty of Model S below $20k

I agree, plus I continue to have no problems after installing a 2014 pack into my 2011 built (2012 model).

Yes, I'd bet that was the original 12V battery, weak and causing most of the errors. The 'stuttering' from the rear axle may be a 'normal' glitch of these cars. It is common for the motor to knock back and forth a few times if you switch into D while still rolling in Reverse at any speed, and...

Thanks to Kenny for pointing out that the big white wire is the 12V + and not a ground. Hope my error didn't cause any sparks to fly!

I think that "different wire" you refer to is just the white wire, which is a body ground connection. Check continuity to the body during disassembly to be sure.

I have both 2012 and 2014 DCFC parts, and have proven that the 2014 battery runs fine in a 2012. There are no 2018 or newer cars in North America, only the warranty-replacement OBC that does not work in early cars without a firmware update, and we haven't cracked the code for the DIY scene...

Yes, if you're a skinflint like me you can wring the last bit of life out of some mismatched tires during dry times with minimal risk. (it doesn't rain in Seattle anymore from August thru October). BUT, you're likely to experience ASC 'jitters' when taking sweeper turns, such as on a highway...

Hi @sirthomasis, I have the clean rear headrests available (am parting out a couple of cars). Please PM your offer. -Jay

On today's second drive, the car tripped out of READY mode when I shifted out of Park, and it took a couple of tries to restart. I have nEVer lubricated the shifter cable connection to the electric switch on the transaxle, so I'm guessing it may be a sticky position sensor... Will try to do...

MR BEAN has begun to show a startup anomaly similar to when one switches the key through START too quickly or moves the gearshift prior to the READY light illuminating. The car makes its happy chime but does not illuminate READY, and the State of Charge gauge starts off empty, then the bars...

Finally, it’s about time for the “I’ll just take 10 kWh today.” instead of always “Fill’er up!” Now to combine that with a multi-headed, load-sharing feature like my MainPine EVSE prototype that nEVer made it to production! http://www.mainpine-ev.com

Here’s a better view, plus the custom dolly to match the heavy steel base , made from a broken office chair- just popped out the casters, drilled thru the holes, and re-inserted the casters for inverted use as a flat dolly!

Here's an article from the mainstream automotive press highlighting the benefits of compact, low range EVs coming out of China. This 26 kWh/105 mile Dacia Spring for $18k net would draw envious glances from many of the Seattle Subaru drivers (though it's just FWD). Euro-Cheapo EVs

Hi @spc983 At this late date I'm doubtful since we didn't get ten together when the cars were young. Here’s a photo showing the four seat mounting points (two front studs and two rear threaded holes). At only 5’10, I got used to the seats, but fabricating your own adapters to move the...

That is very interesting! Of course, I'd also prefer the stronger motor with the 7,065 ratio for better acceleration. I have a 2014 drivetrain already pulled, so will compare the parts number stampings to my 2012 versions!

hey @tprips, there was a hacker in Europe (Croatia, IIRC) who did this double-pack thing about 8 years ago, but concluded that the car was overloaded and impractical, given the lost rear seating and cargo capacity. Until I get my 30 kWH upgrade done, I'm loving life with the Pusher Trailer...

Sorry @rearly, @1pk is the seller here, and I'm interested but certainly won't stand in your way (and would buy that trailer hitch if you don't want it). I already have three salvage cars and have been supporting the community with parts. Cheers, Jay South of Seattle

I picked up the jellybean display from my local dealership years ago, but they were far more reluctant to let go of the neon green video display. Well, I’m happy to report that with time and relationship cultivation plus the addition of a late afternoon pizza for the crew, the super rare point...