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    High-Power portable EVSE charging cords for sale

    Can anyone share source for EVSE Upgrade adapter to connect to "standard" RV 30 amp outlet found in RV parks, camp grounds, etc.? Essentially L6-20R <-> RV 30 male. Thanks
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    Seat Extender Brackets?

    Mother's Day code? Dads & Grads code?
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    LEAFSCAN™ - The Ultimate Instrument for your LEAF!

    Brilliant! Add me to the list :)
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    My list of things I'd like to see changed on the Gen 2 LEAF

    Slightly longer rear seatbelt buckle. Passenger rear seat belt is very difficult to buckle because receiver gets sucks below height of seat.
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    My list of things I'd like to see changed on the Gen 2 LEAF

    Actually, very low speed (i.e parking) power assist is great! The issue is that level of assist is linear across the entire range of driving conditions including highway speeds. This yields very low road feel and in some conditions arguably dangerous driving dynamics. For example, at 60 mph...
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    Leaf Accessories that are available in Japan

    I'll take one of each ;)
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    Low mileage charging schemes

    I'm currently averaging less than 150 miles/wk, and many of my trips are less than 10 miles round trip from and to home. I have my Blink setup to charge on connect and have the LEAF charge timer set to the 80% mode. My question is, should I forgo plugging my car in every time I return home and...
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    Prolonging battery life, temperature, state-of-charge

    What concern and potentially precaution applies to heat from typical body shop paint ovens which generally bake paint between 150 - 160 degrees? Can LEAFs handle this?
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    Wet Okole Seat Cover Installation DIY

    +1 - this approach is faster, easier and yields a superior result. No zip ties, special tools or scraped knuckles required. 16mm socket for seat bolts and a 10mm socket to disconnect the positive lead of the 12v battery. Once you get the seats lifted and the covers on, you'll also noticed the...
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    Car Wraps

    OEM Nissan LEAF wheels painted satin black. Sort of gives the car a lowered look, but other than cosmetics, completely stock.
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    Car Wraps

    vinyl wrap. this link shows the install process - http://www.northwestautosalon.com/2011/06/100-electric-nissan-leaf-gets-matte-black-vinyl-wrap/ Thanks!
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    Car Wraps

    Thanks Dude! Looking forward to seeing yours!
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    Car Wraps

    Here's an overview of the transformation of my LEAF from white to two-tone http://www.northwestautosalon.com/2011/06/100-electric-nissan-leaf-gets-matte-black-vinyl-wrap/ Here's a picture with black satin wheels -
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    DIY Horn Upgrade Mod - Updated Jan 12

    So I finally selected and installed the horn upgrade. Went with an Italian compact electric air horn from http://www.griotsgarage.com Sounds great! Installation was a breeze from the bottom; no lift or Jack's required. In fact, you don't even have to completely removed the bottom cover to get...
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