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by photomac
Wed, 20 Dec 2023, 14:53
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Towing with an Ioniq 5
Replies: 4
Views: 669

Re: Towing with an Ioniq 5

Thanks for sharing your data. I have done 2 trips with a 1996 Jayco Hawk. Tare 750 kg. Yet to put over weigh bridge. Speed the killer. At 85kph 24.7kW/100km. At 100kph 30.4kWh/100km. I did have 33kWh at 100kph with a head wind. With no caravan consumption is typically 18 to 22 kWh/100km at 100kph.
by photomac
Fri, 12 Aug 2022, 10:04
Forum: Charging Infrastructure
Topic: WA Government Electric Highway rollout.
Replies: 1
Views: 522

WA Government Electric Highway rollout.

This train of messaging to update the rollout. Looking forward to this now that the contract is close to being awarded. Where and when will they appear? My one request, country ( and some city highway stations ) to be drive-through like ICE bowsers for those holiday if with trailer/teardrop/caravan ...
by photomac
Wed, 20 Oct 2021, 15:29
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: What is current in amps of minimum station and portable charger settings
Replies: 9
Views: 1461

Re: What is current in amps of minimum station and portable charger settings

If this helps for AC - Kona Ev 64 2019. 239 voltage, cool battery, 21C.


There is probably a logarithmic logic in the circuitry ????
by photomac
Mon, 24 Aug 2020, 10:30
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Has Anyone Swapped Out The Nexen Tyres on Kona?
Replies: 59
Views: 12709

Re: Has Anyone Swapped Out The Nexen Tyres on Kona?

Thanks for the tips everyone. Just got my second puncture on a second Nexen tyre ... screw yet again ... The improved mileage of Michelin Primacy is tempting. At what pressure though?
by photomac
Thu, 16 Jul 2020, 22:04
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Frunk/Froot for Kona
Replies: 59
Views: 14759

Re: Frunk/Froot for Kona

Question . how much dust and spray gets into the Frunk box? Should an elastic cover be added or does the aluminium bonnet‘s foam do the trick? I have noticed the AC charger beneath ( faux engine block head ) gets quite warm and can exceed 65C so a space is required to vent and the foam wedged down o...
by photomac
Mon, 03 Feb 2020, 16:34
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Kona Charging at Fast Chargers
Replies: 22
Views: 3592

Re: Kona Charging at Fast Chargers

DOH!!!
If fast charger will not initiate ... check the setting in the car for maximum SoC limit for DC ... does help...
by photomac
Mon, 03 Feb 2020, 16:32
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: KONA EV tailgate story
Replies: 12
Views: 2038

Re: KONA EV tailgate story

I've had the same issue of needing to slam the tail gate. Took it back to dealer who "adjusted" the pads. It improved but not the "softness" I would like. may take it back to "adjust" pads again. I have noticed if i push down too far from centre it will not lock.
by photomac
Fri, 15 Nov 2019, 08:37
Forum: Tesla EVs
Topic: Melb to Perth by Tesla?
Replies: 36
Views: 8778

Re: Melb to Perth by Tesla?

Did the solar array issue at Mundrabilla ever get solved? I heard, about mid 2018, that the array would switch off mid morning when the generation hit peak...something to do with software on the inverters . It was mentioned it was giving solar a bad name on the crossing. So, was it resolved by a cou...
by photomac
Tue, 01 Oct 2019, 10:49
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Kona AC charging question
Replies: 15
Views: 2680

Re: Kona AC charging question

Smaller, second Instruction book [Kona Electric] 1 Manual Cover.JPG Page 2-10 & 2-11 2 Manual 2-10.JPG Choice of three levels descriptive not quantitative. 4 Screen Home.JPG 5 Screen EV.JPG 9 Screen Steps.jpg My Wall Charger has two settings, fast = 7.2kW & Eco=1.2kw. This may indicate 7.2/3...
by photomac
Mon, 30 Sep 2019, 14:29
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Kona Charging at Fast Chargers
Replies: 22
Views: 3592

Re: Kona Charging at Fast Chargers

Used UWA Tritium charger to lift from 5% (20km GoM) SoC to 45% SoC (206km GoM) in 35mins with 26.2kWh at an average of 45kW rate. If the new ChargeFox ( 350kW ) can put in 65kW into the Kona it translates to 269km in 35 minutes = 230km per half hour. My beverage, food, toilet stops require half an h...
by photomac
Mon, 30 Sep 2019, 14:21
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Hyundai Australia Kona EV info
Replies: 113
Views: 30724

Re: Hyundai Australia Kona EV info

Is that kwh measured AC in? If so, keep in mind the charger isn't 100% efficient, and the rest of the cars systems don't draw nothing (running 12v, cooling battery, etc) so AC kwh in is somewhat higher than dc kwh that actually gets stored After dropping the battery to 5% from 100% charge by a day ...
by photomac
Mon, 30 Sep 2019, 14:18
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Kona EV Real World Range Experience
Replies: 74
Views: 13340

Re: Kona EV Real World Range Experience

Day trip Perth - Bunbury - Perth 407km on one charge. Two passengers and myself having a combined weight of 290kg ( ouch ). Fine and calm day with no need for air-conditioning ( allow 10% for AC consumption if required ). Started at 100% charge (GoM 526km) 1 Start Energy.jpg and ended with 12% (GoM ...
by photomac
Fri, 27 Sep 2019, 08:44
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Hyundai Australia Kona EV info
Replies: 113
Views: 30724

Re: Hyundai Australia Kona EV info

Good point Matt! Hard to guesstimate the difference too. Will continue to record and monitor.
by photomac
Thu, 26 Sep 2019, 22:45
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Hyundai Australia Kona EV info
Replies: 113
Views: 30724

Re: Hyundai Australia Kona EV info

Peter C in Canberra wrote: Thu, 26 Sep 2019, 18:15 ... discharging to 2 bars or less followed by a full uninterrupted charge to help the BMS to recalibrate for a more accurate battery gauge....
Will have the opportunity on Saturday, thanks.
by photomac
Thu, 26 Sep 2019, 17:46
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Hyundai Australia Kona EV info
Replies: 113
Views: 30724

Re: Hyundai Australia Kona EV info

Kona EV 2019 battery capacity.
Stated as 64 kWh.
So why do my first 2 calculations suggest 78kWh?
Where is my error?
Estimated Capacity = Charged amount kWh divided by percentage SOC increase x100
Just two days recorded properly at this stage.
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by photomac
Thu, 26 Sep 2019, 17:39
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Frunk/Froot for Kona
Replies: 59
Views: 14759

Re: Frunk/Froot for Kona

Crickey! I’ve been looking to moulding the rear to improve storage and was looking at getting thermal camera to test temperature of controller for frunk potential. We are all mad! Kewl to see. Mmmm .... inspiration!
by photomac
Thu, 26 Sep 2019, 17:35
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Limited Kona Electric Floor mat options in Oz
Replies: 5
Views: 1438

Re: Limited Kona Electric Floor mat options in Oz

I used vee rubber matting from Clark Rubber. The wider at 1500mm meant rear could be done in once piece. Downside is that is tricky and the fumes are problematic- so only out in mats when on holiday. Needed just 1.25m of 1500mm wide version. https://www.clarkrubber.com.au/catalog/product/view/id/248...
by photomac
Thu, 26 Sep 2019, 08:44
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Kona EV Real World Range Experience
Replies: 74
Views: 13340

Re: Kona EV Real World Range Experience

The numbers are starting to build-up. ... I always drive in "Eco" mode because "Eco" in this Kona EV is "Ludicrous" in any of my previous cars :lol: ... Cheers, Patrick Brilliant data! Thanks and yes, eco can enuf ludicrous for me too, particularly shooting to the gap ...
by photomac
Fri, 20 Sep 2019, 08:06
Forum: Other
Topic: Public Education, misinformation corrected about EV basics
Replies: 1
Views: 2198

Public Education, misinformation corrected about EV basics

I follow several FaceBook sites and try and share information about BEVs. Some times I am concerned by misinformation and lack of understanding. It is not to ridicule but to be aware of the education required for the masses, as we all do not have electrical engineering degrees. To kick off; “Hyundai...
by photomac
Mon, 16 Sep 2019, 14:47
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Kona Electric 2019 Tips, Tricks and the Manual
Replies: 4
Views: 2050

Kona Electric 2019 Tips, Tricks and the Manual

Just kicking this one off as there appear to be many newbies like me keen for an assist. First off, echoing my response in the Real World Range thread. One pedal driving ... called [ Auto Hold ] Manual pages 5-36 & 5-37 RaVOLT Kona AutoHold 1of2.jpg RaVOLT Kona AutoHold 2of2.jpg and then there i...
by photomac
Mon, 16 Sep 2019, 14:41
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Kona EV Real World Range Experience
Replies: 74
Views: 13340

Re: Kona EV Real World Range Experience

Back on Topic. First Freeway/urban long run. Calm day. No air con. 27C and 3 in car. Total run of 96.2km. Freeway for 70km with 30% at 80kph, 70kph on 50% of urban streets. As I started freeway it dropped from 15.5 to 13.1. I am impressed!!
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by photomac
Mon, 16 Sep 2019, 14:35
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Kona EV Real World Range Experience
Replies: 74
Views: 13340

Re: Kona EV Real World Range Experience

... 1) I enjoy and use a lot the full stop using the left side regent paddle, but I can't hear any breaks applied after stopping. Does the car use electric power to the motor to stay on the spot? The consumption indicator says no, but this strange move when the car goes backwards a little bit is su...
by photomac
Fri, 13 Sep 2019, 11:34
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Dash Cam on Highlander
Replies: 12
Views: 2356

Re: Dash Cam on Highlander

antiscab wrote: Wed, 11 Sep 2019, 09:46 send it into dashcams australia?
On reviewing the footage I suspect it is an emergency run, there may be a woman unwell on front passenger seat.
by photomac
Wed, 11 Sep 2019, 10:59
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Kona EV Real World Range Experience
Replies: 74
Views: 13340

Re: Kona EV Real World Range Experience

Questions: Is there an app/website where I can see if a Tesla destination charger is available? Cheers, Patrick Congratulations ! First EV is incredibly exciting and the grin keeps going. PlugShare is the App you need. Note the settings. Also, if a socket is available always ask, always offer to pa...
by photomac
Wed, 11 Sep 2019, 08:30
Forum: Hyundai and Kia
Topic: Dash Cam on Highlander
Replies: 12
Views: 2356

Re: Dash Cam on Highlander

Can I ask what power supply the dash cam tapped into? OBD? Will there be much battery drain when the recording switches on and off when parked, if it records pedestrian activity at the front? I thought this’d be handy when leaving car with charger cable inserted. The power on leds are off when car ...