Any suggestions or experiences are read, reread and believe me when I say, graciously accepted. I read through a number of forums before embarking on this adventure to gain knowledge on others experiences and of course, mistakes. So far I haven't blown up......
So the wiring has an arming switch that is gear select activated and a push to start switch. Once the key switch is turned off the system disarms. And of course there is the customary check valve.
I used some 4 gauge wire (+&-) from the battery back to the unit.
The unit itself is wired with 8 gauge where power is flowing.
The remainder of monitoring and switches is 16-22.
Water temp stays at 140-155.
Electrolyte 10 tbls/gallon
1 each 1/2" ID tubing to feed base of cell
2 each 1/2" ID tubing to feed gas up to the reservoir
1 1/4" tube to transport gas to engine
gas is introduced to the engine between the air cleaner and throttle body.
Electrolyte usage is roughly 1/2 pint per 400 miles.
Running voltage indicated at the unit 13.5-14.
Everything seemed to be running fine on the bench and I seasoned the plates for 48 hours (weekend) with distilled and later used some KOH to get the cell rolling. All the power equipment was running perfectly.
After installation the elec power system started to have problems. First one of the cooling fans quit. (replaced) Then the power solenoid quit. (replaced)
Then both fans quit (replaced) Then the PWM quit. I gave up.
So now its a matter of restacking the plates and figuring out just what the heck is happening electrically speaking. What I'm also hearing from you guys is that I might be better with a second battery nearer the unit. OK this I can do.
But what is on my priority list is a PWM that will do the job and not break the bank. Plus the fact of how much power is required to generate enough "H" to make an MPG difference. I was under the "impression" that I could stay under 25 amps and develop plenty of gas. But for the first time in all my readings, you guys referenced about "steam", which makes perfect sense.
I'm all ears gentlemen......