blackheart
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PV1 said:
Looks nice!!
iMiEV as workhorse
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Looks nice!!
I replaced my generic camlock cargo strap for the hatch with the Trunk Buddy. Made in the USA by mentally disabled workers, it has a specialized safety hook and loop for locking in the latch, plus it stores away more compactly.
http://thetrunkbuddy.com/shop.html
Recall from earlier in this thread; you may simply press a hook into the hatch latch, and hook the other end to the steel eye above the bumper that the hatch latches to, then pull 'er snug to carry oversized loads.
http://thetrunkbuddy.com/shop.html
Recall from earlier in this thread; you may simply press a hook into the hatch latch, and hook the other end to the steel eye above the bumper that the hatch latches to, then pull 'er snug to carry oversized loads.
For your utilitarian considerations, here's a 50" box containing a 55 gallon aquarium and all accessories slid in neatly behind my blushing bride.
We got the usual sideways glances when I stopped the flatbed cart behind MR BEAN and opened the hatch, but of course it slid in quickly and easily.
Passenger seat did need to slide forward and put the seatback more vertical than usual. Removing the headrest mitigated any spousal discomfort, but she was too happy about saving 75% on the purchase to complain...
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1n3FGeYYg_LX2trbFF4aDhxMHJlSkU1Sk5PWXVUUlliWUVZ/view?usp=sharing
We got the usual sideways glances when I stopped the flatbed cart behind MR BEAN and opened the hatch, but of course it slid in quickly and easily.
Passenger seat did need to slide forward and put the seatback more vertical than usual. Removing the headrest mitigated any spousal discomfort, but she was too happy about saving 75% on the purchase to complain...
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1n3FGeYYg_LX2trbFF4aDhxMHJlSkU1Sk5PWXVUUlliWUVZ/view?usp=sharing
Phximiev said:
HA! I had to look twice, but that's just daylight on the pavement. (we do get winter insolation occasionally around Seattle)
You probably also noticed last winter's dry-erase markings on the rims "OFF LF" etc. Amazing how that wipe-off marker persisted through an entire wet winter and a single automated car wash since the snow wheels went on in November... Guess I'll have to give them rims an honest washing before storage this year.
wmcbrine
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I've been thinking about getting a new TV, but I don't want to pay for delivery. So, I measured the available space in the car, then went around measuring boxes in Best Buy. I think I might just barely be able to fit in a 55", but it'll be tight.
misterbleepy
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wmcbrine said:
I recently bought a 55" LG TV, and wanted to take it home right away. Unfortunately the box was about 3" too long, so we had to come back the next day in the old Prius.
My car is a narrow one, so your extra width may help out here - here's hoping it fits.
It might not be very practical for i-MiEV range extension but I just couldn’t resist setting up MR BEAN at the National Drive Electric Week car show on Saturday in the manner that would elicit the most attention. Some actually believed that I do tow in the manner demonstrated in the following video.... https://m.facebook.com/groups/634985806524986?view=permalink&id=2019964468027106&anchor_composer=false
The trailer was empty, but weighs 3600 lbs.
The trailer was empty, but weighs 3600 lbs.
1pk
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Nice Jray, that must have been fun and I'm sure you impressed a few people.
I finally installed a wiring harness using Ben Nelsons instructions. I have been wanting to ever since my neighbour brought home a utility trailer and said I was welcome to it.
This is a load of organics from the brewery I work at. I'd say the load was 6-700 lbs not including the trailer. I Hauled it 40 km home on the hwy at 90-100km/hr. Normally I use 6 bars going home and for this trip I used only 9. Had no trouble up hills, had lots of regen down and it worked great.
This trailer had a fold down ramp at the back that sticks up alot higher than the sides and I used 12 bar hauling it to work empty where I usually use 7. On the way home I folded it into the trailer and used less power pulling it loaded than empty! Goes to show how big an effect air resistance has on range.
I finally installed a wiring harness using Ben Nelsons instructions. I have been wanting to ever since my neighbour brought home a utility trailer and said I was welcome to it.
This is a load of organics from the brewery I work at. I'd say the load was 6-700 lbs not including the trailer. I Hauled it 40 km home on the hwy at 90-100km/hr. Normally I use 6 bars going home and for this trip I used only 9. Had no trouble up hills, had lots of regen down and it worked great.
This trailer had a fold down ramp at the back that sticks up alot higher than the sides and I used 12 bar hauling it to work empty where I usually use 7. On the way home I folded it into the trailer and used less power pulling it loaded than empty! Goes to show how big an effect air resistance has on range.
charliejuliett
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Its great to see people using the i to its true potential. The hitch really is a lifesaver. I have a few pictures of my i doing its part to haul some things, including a stack of solar panels that now help power it.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fhNUhYxiHcM9UFumZcNc0SHuzq34bgSO?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fhNUhYxiHcM9UFumZcNc0SHuzq34bgSO?usp=sharing
https://imgur.com/nvEBr6z
Nope, just hauling a greasy engine to the shop and didn't want to crank up the truck...
(Aargh, still can't get the hang of posting photos to this forum!)
wmcbrine
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PV1
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How much does that weigh? That has to be pushing the 200 lb. tongue weight.
PV1, my sources say the engine weighs 220 lbs at full fighting trim. The weight was no issue. FWIW, I redrilled the hitch tube for minimum space behind the bumper, which reduces the moment arm and pretty much eliminates driveway scraping!
Buckets of tools and bins of bolts, jugs of juice and a case of water, duffel bags of clothes, a seat full of lumber and a pocket full of schells...
no seats were harmed in the filming of this road trip
no seats were harmed in the filming of this road trip
wmcbrine
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bradleydavidgood777
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Is a hitch sold anymore? I seem to remember the last place stopped making it.
Torklift Central displayed at our NDEW car show on Sunday and said they had discontinued the i-MiEV hitch due to very low volumes but I think the last straw was a customer return this year due to claimed 'poor fitment'. They used my car to re-confirm a proper fit but then stopped offering it. Of course the plans are still on file, and I might be able to sweet-talk em into welding up another.bradleydavidgood777 said:
However, if not planning on serious towing and you just wanna carry a bicycle or two, I'd consider building the lightweight hitch described here: http://myimiev.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=2344&p=18912&hilit=trailer+hitch#p18912
bradleydavidgood777
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Thanks, beyond my capabilities and tools.
Me too, but any local welder should be able to knock one together.bradleydavidgood777 said:
