Step 21: Install batteries. I picked up the cells and they look great. They all have a listed capacity around 200Ah and an initial resistance reading around a quarter of a milliohm.
The first task is to secure them in the car. I'm simply using vinyl strapping to secure them to the plywood platforms already bolted in the car. The 3rd picture is of the cells that will go in the trunk.
Tools acquired: strapping tensioner and crimper
Step 20: Track batteries. To save shipping costs I will pick the batteries up from the UPS freight terminal once they arrive.
Step 19: Order batteries. This gets its own step. A lot of the money in this car will be in its batteries. I chose to order directly from CALB (China Aviation Lithium Battery) because they have a presence in California and my friend had met the salesman there a few years ago. They had them in stock stateside and are packaging them up right now! I'm getting 30 of the CA180FI cells. It's going to be a very nice battery.
