Tekna DV-3X how does this DPV compare to newer ones?
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Andrew Donn
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It probably isn't worth it to do a Li-Ion conversion on a DV-3X. The batteries you would be putting into it are worth way more than the rest of the scooter. The last of these scooters were made back in the eighties and so even if it looks to be in good condition the plastic is over twenty years old. The DV-3X has several weak points like the rear bulkhead which is almost always cracked and needing to be replaced. The clear front nose plate is also a weak point. Most people remove the light and replace the clear lens with a stronger blanking plate. If you do all the upgrades you could do a battery conversion but for the money probably better off to find a better starting point.
You can't use a typical car battery charger to charge the DV-3X. It runs on a 24V electrical system so you need a 24V charger.
It probably isn't worth it to do a Li-Ion conversion on a DV-3X. The batteries you would be putting into it are worth way more than the rest of the scooter. The last of these scooters were made back in the eighties and so even if it looks to be in good condition the plastic is over twenty years old. The DV-3X has several weak points like the rear bulkhead which is almost always cracked and needing to be replaced. The clear front nose plate is also a weak point. Most people remove the light and replace the clear lens with a stronger blanking plate. If you do all the upgrades you could do a battery conversion but for the money probably better off to find a better starting point.
You can't use a typical car battery charger to charge the DV-3X. It runs on a 24V electrical system so you need a 24V charger.
CurtThings to look for when replacing batteries
1 check the bottom clear bulkhead for crakes this is very common around the screws. We have upgraded replacements if you need on ours is machined for 1/2 inch thick acrylic.
2 replace the catalyst when you replace the batteries they are only good for the life of one set.
3 leave the charger plug out and the unit standing on its shroud so gases can vent when not in use..
4 always recharge your batteries after use. This will help them have a long and happy life.
if you have any questions or need any parts I will be happy to help you with about them.
Curt
Are you still able to supply parts?
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Press the DPV Repair button mate and follow through from that
I did that long ago, no longer active site
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i was excited to see the post, i have two sitting i have had from new, both of them are needing new bulk heads, i have had them in storage for 20+years, have alway thought if someone had a good bulkhead, somebody could autoCAD it and 3D print replacements anyone know if he is still around
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