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Re: Motors/Battery life

ah yes! battery temp is a hugh factor for lead-acid/jel cells.

They can loose as much as 50% capacity from 0F to 150F (across their temp curve)

usually the warmer the battery, the more capacity. Im not sure if it drops off at higher temps?