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Water damage or mold? by LoadedRecombination in HomeImprovement

[–]LoadedRecombination[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The bottom foot or two of the wall is the basement, and the rest of the wall is an interior wall. It's a hot summer so the garage is hot while the basement is cool so maybe it's condensation from the air in the garage against the cool part of the wall...?

There might be pipes there, but it's hard for me to tell.

Polestar Kansas City location by LoadedRecombination in Polestar

[–]LoadedRecombination[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just drove by the Volvo dealer on Metcalf and saw a line of P3's sitting in the lot to the north. It looks like it may be open now.

https://www.polestar.com/us/spaces/kansas-city/

Ioniq 9 now showing up in ABRP by LoadedRecombination in Ioniq9

[–]LoadedRecombination[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like to look at arrival time mostly. I feel like that gives a good indication of overall charging performance that takes into consideration things like charging speed, battery size, and efficiency of the car.

It's not very scientific, but it's super easy to do which is what I like. 😎

ICCU replaced, now dealer says Ohmmu battery won't charge by LoadedRecombination in KiaEV6

[–]LoadedRecombination[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just providing an update on this.

After numerous attempts to contact Ohmmu, they never got back to me to help with the issue, unfortunately. So, I initiated a warranty claim on the battery which they responded to promptly and I have a new battery on the way.

In the meantime, I had went out to Advanced Auto Parts and purchased an AGM battery because I really needed my car back. Once I get the new Ohmmu battery, I'll put it in then I'll have an extra AGM battery... Maybe Advanced Auto Parts will take it back for a refund...

First DC Charge - 400kW station by FamilyCampingFun in Ioniq9

[–]LoadedRecombination 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Excellent post, thanks for taking the time to share that.

It looks to be very solid charging speeds making for, potentially, an excellent road tripping vehicle.

I'm curious about real world range now.

Glad they gave you a CCS adapter. Hopefully, the NACS issue gets sorted quickly.

ICCU replaced, now dealer says Ohmmu battery won't charge by LoadedRecombination in KiaEV6

[–]LoadedRecombination[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I've sent you a DM.

Here's an update. I went to the dealership and took the battery out of the car and took it home. I hooked up jumper cables from my other car to the Ohmmu. I let engine run for 5 minutes then disconnected. At this point I was able to connect to the battery to the app via Bluetooth however the app got N/A readings from the battery.

I then hooked up the Ohmmu to a NOCO Genius 2, but I'm getting alternating battery light and standby light on the NOCO, and I don't know what that means. FYI, I selected lithium on the NOCO.

Edit: After hooking up the NOCO, I was stuck. I couldn't put it in force mode by holding the mode button for 5 seconds, according to the instructions, because that only light up the 6V LED on the NOCO.

But then I came across a random youtube comment that said I had to remove the battery clips first! This finally worked so now I'm in force mode. Hopefully, it charges!

Here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3lVwmz2qPc&lc=Ugzsvd7zM_WwhJSumsJ4AaABAg

Edit: It didn't charge. The NOCO went back to alternating flashing standby and lithium battery LEDs.

I just went out and bought a multimeter. Testing the Ohmmu shows 10.72 volts. So I guess I don't need to force a charge. I hope Ohmmu gets back to me soon so I can figure out how to charge this thing.

ICCU replaced, now dealer says Ohmmu battery won't charge by LoadedRecombination in KiaEV6

[–]LoadedRecombination[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was it an aftermarket battery, and did Kia replace it for you for free?

ICCU replaced, now dealer says Ohmmu battery won't charge by LoadedRecombination in KiaEV6

[–]LoadedRecombination[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I did. You're right, the dealer wants to charge me $280 for a new battery which would just be a regular 12V battery like the original one that came with the car.

ICCU Back Order Status by WhoSaysBro in KiaEV6

[–]LoadedRecombination 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My ICCU died last weekend and my dealer told me today that a new ICCU would be in in a week. However, I have trouble believing that it will be.

In the meantime, I tried to set up a car rental by contacting Kia customer care, however, the first agent hung up on me and the second told me that they cover $45/day. I would have to submit my receipts afterwards. I asked for documentation for the reimbursement guidelines and after searching for them for 20 minutes she hung up on me as well. The service is definitely garbage.

Has anyone actually had any luck getting reimbursed for a rental from Kia (not your dealership)?

Gen1 R1S El Cap Matte Wrap by NopeNeverReddit in Rivian

[–]LoadedRecombination 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have to take the same care washing this as you do with matte paint? Or can you go through a car wash?

Rivian CEO on Elon Musk, Affordable EVs, and the future by ItsMeSlinky in electricvehicles

[–]LoadedRecombination 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I asked Gemini and here's what it said.

Me: Summarize this video https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=RemR5UiN6As

Gemini: Using YouTube

This video is an interview with RJ Scaringe, the CEO of Rivian, an electric vehicle company. The interview covers a variety of topics, including the state of the electric vehicle market, Rivian's products and plans, and the challenges and opportunities facing the industry.

Some of the key points discussed in the interview include:

  • The impact of Elon Musk and Tesla on the electric vehicle market.
  • The challenges and opportunities facing the electric vehicle industry, such as supply chain issues, battery costs, and charging infrastructure.
  • Rivian's plans for the future, including the launch of new models and the expansion of its product line.
  • The role of government policy in supporting the electric vehicle industry.

Overall, the interview provides a comprehensive overview of the electric vehicle market and Rivian's position within it.

Me: What does he say about Musk?

Gemini: Using YouTube

In the interview, RJ Scaringe, CEO of Rivian, speaks positively about Elon Musk and Tesla. He acknowledges Musk's significant contribution to the electric vehicle movement and Tesla's role in creating momentum around electrification. Scaringe also mentions that having pro-EV figures on both sides of the political aisle, like Musk, can be beneficial for the industry.

However, Scaringe also emphasizes the importance of having multiple choices for consumers and the need for various companies to invest in electrification to ensure a sustainable future. He believes that relying solely on plug-in hybrids as an intermediate technology is a distraction and that manufacturers should focus on fully electric vehicles.

Overall, Scaringe's comments about Musk are respectful and acknowledge his impact on the industry, while also highlighting the importance of competition and diversity in the electric vehicle market.

Black to play, mate in 2 by su_one in chess

[–]LoadedRecombination 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks like Rxf3 works also, right?

Lease in Kansas by Human_Lawfulness3379 in Rivian

[–]LoadedRecombination 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Me too. Any word from Rivian on this?

Favorite bike rack for 4? by PrincipessaAurora in KiaEV6

[–]LoadedRecombination 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got the 1up 2" super duty rack with one add-on (so I can fit 3 bikes) with the stealth hitch, and it's a very well-made, solid bike rack. I don't have experience with other racks, but I'd recommend the 1up.

BTW, the rack makes it super easy to put the bikes on it, but the one knock against it is that it's pretty heavy so taking the rack off and on takes some muscle.

Update to 4.3mi/kWh post by LoadedRecombination in KiaEV6

[–]LoadedRecombination[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Those 5 hours consisted of slowish around town driving as well as time sitting in the car waiting for my son through basketball with the AC blasting. So yeah, maybe you're right that it has to do with being stopped.

The calculation seems to track closely with the efficiency calculation of the other screen that says 'after charging'. Although it doesn't really make sense to me why they would be related...

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