In a hundred years, when 12 Volt batteries will be a thing of the past, people will still ask: "Have you tried changing the 12 Volt battery?" Nobody will know what a 12 Volt battery is. Nobody will even know how it looks like. But still people will have a ingrained yearning to change the 12 Volt battery, a long established tradition, inherited from their ancestors...
@@McFlysGarage And not only with electric cars! I had problems like that long ago with my Peugeot 206 petrol car and I did not panic nor did I go to the garage saying "well my car's computer has gone completely funky please troubleshoot that!". Because I know that car garages tend to swap components until they happen to hit the culprit, then charge the customer for everything they have replaced (including all those things that weren't the cause after all). So I diagnosed it myself using plain reasoning and a multimeter. Then I went to the garage stating that my battery has gone bad, mentioning only some symptoms that go with that (difficulty to start when it is freezing). They replaced it and tadaaaaa, all mysterious funky behavior that they did not even know about was fixed.
You should install a couple of battery disconnect switches so you can easily "reboot" the car in the future without the need for tools or sparks 😀. Maybe a couple of BlueSea Systems e-series marine grade switches would be beneficial.
Most battery packs have some sort of cooling, I would think the weego don't have liquid cooling, so yeah lots of dirt via the air cooling fans bringing dirt from outside.
@@dougabbott8261 Are you sure about that? Maybe you should do some research, so you actually know what you are talking about. The human body has a capacitive resistance as well, so higher frequency means more current, so DC will pass less current trough your body. If you don't want to read, I would recommend you several videos: ruclips.net/video/n2iPFZWe7uk/видео.html ruclips.net/video/ZxBF7WC0TQk/видео.html
You nailed it, you really did. What's the point of a car if it doesn't entertain you. I have 7 old Hondas and they ALL entertain me, wouldn't sell one of them for the world.
A typical car battery is built for extreme current while starting (Cold Cranking Amps). An electric car doesn't need that so a deep cycle battery is a better choice.
Yeah, I really have to wonder why they didn't use one in the first place. Or maybe they did, and the battery it came with was the cheap replacement the previous owner put in.
This had me actually wondering. How exactly did they "test" this deep cycle battery? Most (99.9%) auto parts stores and shops I know simply use a cheap high-current load on the typical car batteries to simulate cranking, and measure the voltage drop, if it's charged and drops way too much then it's considered "bad". Doing the same test to a deep cycle battery sounds fairly stupid and dangerous, since they are not at all built for high-current loads and may actually get damaged. Really hoping he didn't get swindled into buying a new battery but... I don't know.
Trabant is German car. East Germany, but nevertheless, East Germany has one of strongest economies of Warsaw pact countries and quality of their production was pretty good as they had high standards of quality.
@@uroskostic8570 Yeah, but when Captain Bob got his, it had problems. Now that he's fixed most of them, I wouldn't be surprised if it runs fine for at least a decade. It seems to me that Wheego is just built to fall apart.
@@notmuch_23 People joke about how "bad" the Trabant is, but in reality most of its construction appears to be dead-simple. It has the typical old car issues and the build quality isn't good by modern standards, but the simplicity means there aren't that many complex parts to break. Also, no features means no features to break.
common it's a communist car so obviously it's going to be built like a bull despite having the same power as a lawn mower if you want to make the Trabant to be entertaining put a motor that breaks down more often into it problem solved I recommend a BMW motor they break easily enough hell the range extender motor in my i3s has had the check engine light on constantly since it's first oil change thanks bmw for breaking the engine seals cause you can't change the oil without doing that one that's why I joke around about him putting that thing into the Trabant because whiles it's about the same power it'll break down much easily and more often then the Trabants engine does
I havent read through the comments but has anyone told this dude how funny he is?? That intro?!! Sooo good. Honestly this dude cracks me up at least 3x per video.
Glad to see it fixed!I have a 2016 Smart ED (electric drive) that gave me a scare at about 50k miles. After fully recharging, it would lose 10 - 20% of a charge just sitting in my driveway for the weekend. I thought for sure my traction (main) battery was going bad. But after checking the lead/acid 12Volt battery (under the passenger floor board) I discovered it had a shorted cell and would run down the traction battery down trying to recharge it back to 14vdc. WHAT A RELIEF it was after changing the 12V battery and finding my traction battery was still good as new...
I don't know how many creators come back and read the comments that get put on older RUclips Videos, but good lord if this was a job I would show up to work every day with a smile that you couldn't wipe off my face. You are genuinely hilarious.
@@NerdyHillbilly I was more concerned for the lack of a sealed (at least underside to elements) compartment for the battery. that stuff on the roof of the panel he removes. Wow.
Congrats on getting the Wheego fixed! Nicely done. I'll be honest, I'm surprised how easily it was fixed. After the last video, I thought the thing was utterly scrambled. You have added proof to an important theory of diagnostics and repairs.... Try the quick and simple things first, BECAUSE they're quick and simple! And those often work! I knew all along it was just the 12v battery. I'm lying, I didn't know it was just the 12v battery. I doubt that I would have guessed that, if I'm to be honest.
@@camillosteuss The 300C (including the new ones and the current Challenger) was actually built on the same platform as the 1996 E-Class. Technically Chrysler is still selling that 25 year old taxi but worse. Though to be fair, some of the flagship Chryslers use a ZF gearbox which makes a big difference.
I've heard of Teslas, Bolts, Volts, and before that Priuses even having all manner of electronics glitches owing to a weak 12v battery. Not a surprise that a Wheego would be taken down by that too.
Yes but the problem with the Chevy volt as it wasn’t just the battery it was also the small four-cylinder engine that kept blowing up plus the electric Dashboard would sit there and short circuit
Pretty amazing the sorts of weird problems that a bad 12V battery can cause in cars. I had exactly the same reaction when my mom's Ford Flex suddenly started blasting the heat at full power and wouldn't turn on the (annoying touch) controls for the climate. Replacing the battery fixed that. You'd think that the control system designers could just… monitor the received power quality and warn the driver like they do for so many other things these days (tire pressure, engine knock, turn signal lamps, the list goes on).
I'm a big believer in the power of an easy fix. I accidentally purchased a 'restricted power' motorcycle as a base for my first race bike. After months of research, I found that snipping a single wire from the ECU instantly changed dyno-tested power out out from 30hp (learner restricted) to 70hp. (Full power for a 650cc v-twin).
Your Wheego series of videos makes me want to get one to tinker with. But I know I would enjoy a Chevy Spark, Nissan Leaf, or a Chevy Bolt more. But keep the great Wheego videos coming. :)
Ahhh Here "Wheego" Again!!! Next time you disconnect the main battery pack isolate your ratchet somehow, like slip a rubber hose over it or tape it up or use a ratchet with a plastic handle because that is the most likely thing to short out the pack. You got some serious luck with the fix being so cheap/easy. Love the videos, keep it up!!!
Now that’s what I call a great channel unlike many others when you mention they did something wrong they start calling you assholes, dipshit etc keep it up buddy
I've just started watching your channel; and I have to say, your delivery is soooo funny. The beginning of this video proves that, but in ALL your vids you are very comical. It's nice to see someone having a good fun time with making videos and not just seriousness.
I'm sorry to say, but I think my favorite part was when you got shocked at 3:30. Not because the rest wasn't great as usual, but because as soon as you said "two layers of gloves" I started to smile know this must happen. 🤣
I was ready to see iron Solder, schematics and good old multitester testing 24.458 wires all with the same color... I'm glad to see your weego back again.
In case you were wondering, and I know you were, you are my favorite RUclipsr (and it's not even close.) I really could do without your projects, they simply aren't cars that would ever own or want to own, but I watch solely because you are awesome. So keep up the great work! On the cars that I don't really like... But that's ok, if it has to be 😀
12v battery going bad can wreak havoc on the electronics in an EV. I know that on Rav4 EVs (2nd gen) if the 12v battery goes bad it will throw a “Check EV”, and can cause all sorts of intermittent problems. ALWAYS check the 12v battery! Glad the Wheego is back on the road!
I would clean that battery compartment and find a way to seal the ingress of dirt. First, the batteries do generate a lot of heat. I don't recall if the Weego uses liquid cooling for the battery pack, but even if it does, usually air cooling is part of the overall cooling scheme. Second, where dirt gets in, water gets in, and dirty water or mud is conductive and corrosive. You can disconnect the battery and use compressed air, then a special high voltage cleaner that is non conductive (you can get it on Amazon). The amount of dirt in there makes me suspect that there might be deliberate airflow over the batteries for cooling, and if that's the case then you might want to re engineer how that works to avoid dirt and water. More RUclips material, you have hit on a winning formula! The Weego is a fountain that will never run dry! Also, put some dielectric coating on any exposed electrical connections. I agree with the other comments, add a high current switch for the battery disconnect, you will feel a lot safer and will actually be safer. You could also use a high amp socket and plug in line. You may need 500 Amp or more.
My car(regular gas car) had issues with the power window sensors tripping, and other odd electrical issues. I replaced the battery, it was old but still had no issues starting in the winter, and everything was magically fixed. Can only imagine a full electric car.
You won't get shocked by the car if you keep everything other than the tool your using of the car, including your body. Still wrap your tools as not to cause some nice short circuits!
If you ever need to borrow diagnostic computer or anything off a wheego life/ Noble for troubleshooting in the future let me know. Glad to see this fixed so quick.
I think you should have a go at doing a complete strip down and modding all the problems out. You could get a decent battery compartment and fill it with up to date technology. Find a way of fixing the doors and sort it all out including a rear wiper washer.
I have had the pleasure of troubleshooting hundreds of micro processor controlled systems, most of the “strange “ problems could always be fixed by powering down then reapplying power. This works because it will get rid of transient voltages and force a complete reboot of the system software.
I have a 2019 Honda Insight EX and some of the wierd issues that some owners have had I believe are from the 12V glass mat batteries that Honda installed on them being weak or bad. I've seen in the forums where the battery was replaced and all the issues disappeared.. Also to follow up on that - I used to own a 2008 Civic Hybrid that also had issues when the 12V battery was on it's way out.. That car, unlike the Insight had a conventional starter on it that would engage when the hybrid battery was too low (didn't happen often - but it did happen)..
My Hyundai window seals whistle in a crosswind. It isn't just Chinese car parts that are junk. Clean your battery a non-conductive brush or whisk broom to loosen the dirt on the battery while collecting it with a shop vac. Then, inspect the terminals for any loosening or corrosion. You should consider applying an anti corrosion spray to all of your battery terminals to keep them in good condition.
I've seen bad 12v batteries cause ALL SORTS of crazy strange problems. Glad it was an easy fix :) I had a riding mower the other day (2011 cub cadet) that apparently was designed to keep its lights on anytime the key is on, vs having them on a switch. well, the wire melted up against the engine and fried the whole damn wiring harness. It's been a bundle of fun, let me tell you! The fuse refused to fuse, i reckon.
Love your presenting style. I do watch from behind my hands though as I totally expect you to be thrown across the room in a Huge Blue Spark at any point!
I've had similar ghost problems due to dodgy 12v batteries in regular cars. The computers misbehave when irregular voltages come from the battery. You chase everything else like connectors etc because your cheap voltmeter reads fine on the battery... when the alternator is charging it. But you neglect to test with the car off to see how well the battery holds the charge. When you do you feel silly, and forget you replaced the battery 3 years ago because of a similar problem.
I've had fubar'd electrical systems do odd things in gas cars, but never flip out like that! At least when the alternator on my current car was on it's way out (think it took a major bath from a puddle) it was nice enough to show an actual charging system message right away 😒
Same thing happened with my Camry Hybrid. It seems that a worn out battery (mine was 12 years old) doesn't provide enough volts to run sensors and computers properly. As soon as I saw you fixed you fixed it for $90 I knew what it was.
The bad 12 volt battery sounds similar to what happened to my Aveo; it started doing weird electrical things like the HVAC controls (mainly the recirc actuator, the rear defroster, and the A/C demand switch) would stop working, the radio would start acting weird, and the speedometer stopped working.
That's dangerous territory, telling the YT comment section they were right.
He's learned his lesson. Soon he'll be replacing 12V batteries to fix low washer fluid and break pads like the EV and PHEV subreddits :)
In a hundred years, when 12 Volt batteries will be a thing of the past, people will still ask:
"Have you tried changing the 12 Volt battery?"
Nobody will know what a 12 Volt battery is. Nobody will even know how it looks like. But still people will have a ingrained yearning to change the 12 Volt battery, a long established tradition, inherited from their ancestors...
With electric cars if the 12v battery is going bad all sorts of things like this will happen
@@McFlysGarage And not only with electric cars!
I had problems like that long ago with my Peugeot 206 petrol car and I did not panic nor did I go to the garage saying "well my car's computer has gone completely funky please troubleshoot that!". Because I know that car garages tend to swap components until they happen to hit the culprit, then charge the customer for everything they have replaced (including all those things that weren't the cause after all).
So I diagnosed it myself using plain reasoning and a multimeter. Then I went to the garage stating that my battery has gone bad, mentioning only some symptoms that go with that (difficulty to start when it is freezing).
They replaced it and tadaaaaa, all mysterious funky behavior that they did not even know about was fixed.
@@Rob2 The real question is, if you knew what it was, why not just replace it yourself instead of paying someone to do it?
Oh boy... Here Wheego again. What do you think will break next?
The entire car will explode
You will break!
The battery level, It used to only work from 87-100% so it's probably gonna be stuck at 100 one day
@@ASleep-er In Soviet Russia, Drago must break you! :)
I think it will develop an exhaust leak due to bad muffler bearings and an electrical short in the catalytic converter processor
You should install a couple of battery disconnect switches so you can easily "reboot" the car in the future without the need for tools or sparks 😀. Maybe a couple of BlueSea Systems e-series marine grade switches would be beneficial.
You mean something more expensive than the car?
@ElectronicRedPanda, boom indeed! 😁
That sounded a lot like an advert half way through... Are you sponsored? Sounds like you're sponsored... ¬_¬
@@peterjszerszen I believe that a service disconnect is mandatory *now*. I think it is a recent addition.
@@peterjszerszen me too. My EV has a way to disconnect the high voltage battery.
Apparently, "have you tried turning it off and on again?" does work
But that's not actually what fixed it, the battery was bad
It’s a bit harder if there is no off/on button.
The IT Crowd were right all along!
It's a cliche for a reason!
YUP it's sad people are this dumb
Hooooly crap, that caked-on dirt in the battery compartment made it look like a post-apocalyptic ratrod out of Mad Max.
Most battery packs have some sort of cooling, I would think the weego don't have liquid cooling, so yeah lots of dirt via the air cooling fans bringing dirt from outside.
Perhaps use an airline to blow it away
Since we have now proven ourselves, you can continue to fix the light issues with the Trabant by simply adding a proper ground to the tail light.
try something more challenging like a heated rear window muhahahahahahahaha
I was waiting for some ElectroBOOM level sparks and yells! But none havin'. Oh well. Next Time!
I thought he'd ElectroBoom by short circuiting the 115V battery terminals with that wrench....! but sadly he knew what was doing.
@@cenchloraadums3143 He was a bit too cautious with the battery IMO. It's still DC, so it can't do him much harm. IDK why he was so scared of it.
@@techno0b467 115V DC is no joke, dude!
@@techno0b467 DC voltage is more dangerous than an equal AC voltage. ie 115 volts DC is more dangerous than 115 AC. AC alternating sine wave .
@@dougabbott8261 Are you sure about that? Maybe you should do some research, so you actually know what you are talking about. The human body has a capacitive resistance as well, so higher frequency means more current, so DC will pass less current trough your body. If you don't want to read, I would recommend you several videos: ruclips.net/video/n2iPFZWe7uk/видео.html ruclips.net/video/ZxBF7WC0TQk/видео.html
You nailed it, you really did. What's the point of a car if it doesn't entertain you. I have 7 old Hondas and they ALL entertain me, wouldn't sell one of them for the world.
if it makes you happy it can't be that baaaaaad if it makes you happy then why the hell are you so sad?
A typical car battery is built for extreme current while starting (Cold Cranking Amps). An electric car doesn't need that so a deep cycle battery is a better choice.
Yeah, I really have to wonder why they didn't use one in the first place. Or maybe they did, and the battery it came with was the cheap replacement the previous owner put in.
This had me actually wondering. How exactly did they "test" this deep cycle battery? Most (99.9%) auto parts stores and shops I know simply use a cheap high-current load on the typical car batteries to simulate cranking, and measure the voltage drop, if it's charged and drops way too much then it's considered "bad". Doing the same test to a deep cycle battery sounds fairly stupid and dangerous, since they are not at all built for high-current loads and may actually get damaged. Really hoping he didn't get swindled into buying a new battery but... I don't know.
@@mazzalnx maybe a multimeter and when it showed 6 volts they were like yeah it's dead
@@mazzalnx I've found that any battery taken to an auto-parts store 'needs replacing.'
At this point, I think your Trabant 601 has given you fewer problems than this Wheego.
Trabant is German car. East Germany, but nevertheless, East Germany has one of strongest economies of Warsaw pact countries and quality of their production was pretty good as they had high standards of quality.
@@uroskostic8570 Yeah, but when Captain Bob got his, it had problems. Now that he's fixed most of them, I wouldn't be surprised if it runs fine for at least a decade. It seems to me that Wheego is just built to fall apart.
@@notmuch_23 well, trabant like every other car is breaking from time to time. but if you use quality spare parts, you can drive it very long time.
@@notmuch_23 People joke about how "bad" the Trabant is, but in reality most of its construction appears to be dead-simple.
It has the typical old car issues and the build quality isn't good by modern standards, but the simplicity means there aren't that many complex parts to break. Also, no features means no features to break.
common it's a communist car so obviously it's going to be built like a bull despite having the same power as a lawn mower
if you want to make the Trabant to be entertaining put a motor that breaks down more often into it problem solved I recommend a BMW motor they break easily enough hell the range extender motor in my i3s has had the check engine light on constantly since it's first oil change thanks bmw for breaking the engine seals cause you can't change the oil without doing that one that's why I joke around about him putting that thing into the Trabant because whiles it's about the same power it'll break down much easily and more often then the Trabants engine does
That Wheego truly is/was the gift that keeps on giving
Wheegoagain!
But still, WheegoInsane
wheegoinyourdms after seeing your yt pic
👍😁🤣
@@Sir_Leelord No please.
It's better that Yugo
I havent read through the comments but has anyone told this dude how funny he is?? That intro?!! Sooo good. Honestly this dude cracks me up at least 3x per video.
Glad to see it fixed!I have a 2016 Smart ED (electric drive) that gave me a scare at about 50k miles. After fully recharging, it would lose 10 - 20% of a charge just sitting in my driveway for the weekend. I thought for sure my traction (main) battery was going bad. But after checking the lead/acid 12Volt battery (under the passenger floor board) I discovered it had a shorted cell and would run down the traction battery down trying to recharge it back to 14vdc. WHAT A RELIEF it was after changing the 12V battery and finding my traction battery was still good as new...
4:40 A happy Robert is the best Robert! And other Roberts occasionally sharing the screen.
I don't know how many creators come back and read the comments that get put on older RUclips Videos, but good lord if this was a job I would show up to work every day with a smile that you couldn't wipe off my face. You are genuinely hilarious.
"that was too easy" famous last words.
Good luck, love the videos
i was amazed at what looked like salt and grime in the battery box. Holy cow. haha.
Yeah, Missouri is a Rust Belt state. Vehicles get ate up here, im suprised his trabant is living long as it is.
@@NerdyHillbilly Duraplast doesn't rust.... nor can you recycle it and the fumes are dangerous if it's burned.
@@NerdyHillbilly I was more concerned for the lack of a sealed (at least underside to elements) compartment for the battery. that stuff on the roof of the panel he removes. Wow.
@@JeffDeWitt salt water still corrodes underpinnings.
@@NerdyHillbilly Trabant was made off duroplast which is fiber-reinforced plastic so body cant rust
Congrats on getting the Wheego fixed! Nicely done. I'll be honest, I'm surprised how easily it was fixed. After the last video, I thought the thing was utterly scrambled. You have added proof to an important theory of diagnostics and repairs.... Try the quick and simple things first, BECAUSE they're quick and simple! And those often work!
I knew all along it was just the 12v battery.
I'm lying, I didn't know it was just the 12v battery.
I doubt that I would have guessed that, if I'm to be honest.
Im really glad you're back. I love the humor in your videos! Keep it up!
The only thing that hasn’t now broken is the seat 💺
Better check that soon
Seat lights come on
Look how happy he is!
I think the meds are working ;)
But jokes aside, great you are back, and in a better shape
He is on medication, he said that in a previous video. He advocates seeking assistance when battling mental illness. Don't suffer in silence.
Here Wheego again!
I love the 2000ish Mitsubishi Lancer Gauge Cluster backing on your whiteboard!
Roberto Medina it’s from the video where he “tested” a 2003 Lancer
@@1203fild I loved that video!! I used to own an Auto Trans 2003 Lancer and now I own a 2004 Manual Trans Lancer lmao.
Man, your humor is great. Keep up these vids!
Congrats on sorting the Wheego out. Must say your lighting layout is much better too - no glare from the whiteboard!
America: "That's what you get for buying Chinese crap!"
Also America: GM existing
That a funny way of saying Chrysler
@@camillosteuss The 300C (including the new ones and the current Challenger) was actually built on the same platform as the 1996 E-Class. Technically Chrysler is still selling that 25 year old taxi but worse. Though to be fair, some of the flagship Chryslers use a ZF gearbox which makes a big difference.
Since I find you I watch all your videos.
Great entertainment, close to my life.
Loved the intro!
Probably easier to replace the motor with a hoverboard :D
lol it's extra creepy just like me
Wait, LARRY? The weirdo who talks a hell of a lot about 80s European home computer games? What are you doin here?
@@VeraTheTabbynx oh hes always here he was born here didn't you know?
Or a spare Trabant windshield wiper motor
Fixed like the Chevy volt. Any and all problems are usually a dead 12v battery.
I've heard of Teslas, Bolts, Volts, and before that Priuses even having all manner of electronics glitches owing to a weak 12v battery. Not a surprise that a Wheego would be taken down by that too.
Yes but the problem with the Chevy volt as it wasn’t just the battery it was also the small four-cylinder engine that kept blowing up plus the electric Dashboard would sit there and short circuit
I thought they crushed all the Chevy Volts out there. Saw one yesterday. Guess not. They should have.
RC Hobbyist Extreme Volt is a great car. All the owners love them. Super reliable. Good for at least 400k miles as some have done.
foobarturkey Please tell me you’re being sarcastic
Pretty amazing the sorts of weird problems that a bad 12V battery can cause in cars. I had exactly the same reaction when my mom's Ford Flex suddenly started blasting the heat at full power and wouldn't turn on the (annoying touch) controls for the climate. Replacing the battery fixed that.
You'd think that the control system designers could just… monitor the received power quality and warn the driver like they do for so many other things these days (tire pressure, engine knock, turn signal lamps, the list goes on).
Wow just the 12v !! Never saw that coming. But the " Have you tried turning it off and on again?? " that is always good advice😀
Glad you get it running again.
I remember 1st generation Chevy Volts also do spooky stuff when their 12V Battery failed.
You're a braver man than me. Not sure I would've touched the main battery. Well done
Holy hell, that Wheego flyby at 5:32 had me in absolute stitches.
the fact that you like this more than the Saab is actually the reason my entire life is collapsing
I'm a big believer in the power of an easy fix. I accidentally purchased a 'restricted power' motorcycle as a base for my first race bike. After months of research, I found that snipping a single wire from the ECU instantly changed dyno-tested power out out from 30hp (learner restricted) to 70hp. (Full power for a 650cc v-twin).
Love the driveby with the horn blaring haha. It sounded like the Wheego was saying "wheeeeeee!"
I love this guy's sense of humor.
"Hullo, IT, Have you tried turning it off and on again?"
I enjoyed watching the $90 fix. I agree what project is not fun when there is something that needs done.
That's the whole point of a project.
I was genuinely sure that at the end of the video car will break again. But I am glad that it doesn't happen.
Your Wheego series of videos makes me want to get one to tinker with. But I know I would enjoy a Chevy Spark, Nissan Leaf, or a Chevy Bolt more. But keep the great Wheego videos coming. :)
Ahhh Here "Wheego" Again!!! Next time you disconnect the main battery pack isolate your ratchet somehow, like slip a rubber hose over it or tape it up or use a ratchet with a plastic handle because that is the most likely thing to short out the pack. You got some serious luck with the fix being so cheap/easy. Love the videos, keep it up!!!
"Alright, let's swing this back into place..."
*sparks*
Aaaaaand I need a new pair of pants.
I’m happy I’m 17 work so much just got home and saw this made my day
I'm totally buying a wheego (auction tomorrow) You're right, everyone screwed up! Humility can be a hard pill, I appreciate you lack of stubbornness.
Now that’s what I call a great channel unlike many others when you mention they did something wrong they start calling you assholes, dipshit etc keep it up buddy
Leafs go wacky when their 12 volt batteries go bad too...I LOVE THIS CHANNEL!!
In my limited experience, epilepsy makes you neither slow, nor creepy ;-) Great video!
*So now that you bought various cars, and even a bus. I think it's time for the next stage in a vehicle purchase... I think it's time to buy a tank.*
That's boring, buy a battleship
We feel your apprehension, and your joy; thanks for sharing!
I've just started watching your channel; and I have to say, your delivery is soooo funny. The beginning of this video proves that, but in ALL your vids you are very comical. It's nice to see someone having a good fun time with making videos and not just seriousness.
Got to love a simple fix!
Dang, I'm not sure I've ever seen Robert quite that happy!
"the whole car is rubbish and it's everyone's fault" :)
not the whole car the battery box is well built so one person cared when building it
The next video we need to see is you taking the Wheego through a car wash, only way to know for sure where the leaks are
Bill from Wheego Tech Support is your saviour
I'm sorry to say, but I think my favorite part was when you got shocked at 3:30. Not because the rest wasn't great as usual, but because as soon as you said "two layers of gloves" I started to smile know this must happen. 🤣
I was ready to see iron Solder, schematics and good old multitester testing 24.458 wires all with the same color... I'm glad to see your weego back again.
In case you were wondering, and I know you were, you are my favorite RUclipsr (and it's not even close.)
I really could do without your projects, they simply aren't cars that would ever own or want to own, but I watch solely because you are awesome.
So keep up the great work!
On the cars that I don't really like...
But that's ok, if it has to be 😀
Glad to see you back Aging Wheels!
You, sir, are an absolute hero.
4:55 the wheego can do a burnout? I’m sold
12v battery going bad can wreak havoc on the electronics in an EV. I know that on Rav4 EVs (2nd gen) if the 12v battery goes bad it will throw a “Check EV”, and can cause all sorts of intermittent problems.
ALWAYS check the 12v battery! Glad the Wheego is back on the road!
It's a shame only Tesla suggests that the 12v battery might be bad most other cars just say everything else is bad and just throw a hissy fit.
electronics get weird when they don't get the voltage they expect to...especially when that voltage is low. glad you got sorted out!
The AGM battery is perfect for the Weego, It doesn't have ANY cranking duties to cope with.
I would clean that battery compartment and find a way to seal the ingress of dirt. First, the batteries do generate a lot of heat. I don't recall if the Weego uses liquid cooling for the battery pack, but even if it does, usually air cooling is part of the overall cooling scheme. Second, where dirt gets in, water gets in, and dirty water or mud is conductive and corrosive. You can disconnect the battery and use compressed air, then a special high voltage cleaner that is non conductive (you can get it on Amazon). The amount of dirt in there makes me suspect that there might be deliberate airflow over the batteries for cooling, and if that's the case then you might want to re engineer how that works to avoid dirt and water. More RUclips material, you have hit on a winning formula! The Weego is a fountain that will never run dry! Also, put some dielectric coating on any exposed electrical connections.
I agree with the other comments, add a high current switch for the battery disconnect, you will feel a lot safer and will actually be safer. You could also use a high amp socket and plug in line. You may need 500 Amp or more.
I'm A aircraft mechanic and we do this all the time. It is usually the first step in the trouble shooting manual.
My car(regular gas car) had issues with the power window sensors tripping, and other odd electrical issues. I replaced the battery, it was old but still had no issues starting in the winter, and everything was magically fixed. Can only imagine a full electric car.
Yay! I have a weird love for this weird thing. So happy it's back!
Wrap your wrench/ratchet with heavy non-conductive tape (cloth tape is more durable than electrical tape).
Yep, that's what I was going to say.
That's helpful advice for when I'm in similar situations. Thanks!
Yep, thought the same.
Plus remove your rings and wristwatch.
You won't get shocked by the car if you keep everything other than the tool your using of the car, including your body. Still wrap your tools as not to cause some nice short circuits!
I know you prob won’t see this but I love your vids man and I’m so glad you make these, keep up the great work!
Man, your videos are so entertaining with you sarcasm. Keep it up!
It is always a good day when there's a new upload from your channel.
guys can we please get this man a silver play button
I had almost same issues with my Chevy volt last week. Replacing the 12 volt fixed it all.
If you ever need to borrow diagnostic computer or anything off a wheego life/ Noble for troubleshooting in the future let me know. Glad to see this fixed so quick.
Celebratory burnout and high speed run. Excellent!
I think you should have a go at doing a complete strip down and modding all the problems out.
You could get a decent battery compartment and fill it with up to date technology.
Find a way of fixing the doors and sort it all out including a rear wiper washer.
Lord bless the moment this channel turned up in my YT feed!
I have had the pleasure of troubleshooting hundreds of micro processor controlled systems, most of the “strange “ problems could always be fixed by powering down then reapplying power. This works because it will get rid of transient voltages and force a complete reboot of the system software.
I had almost the same thing happen with my 2006 highlander hybrid last week. Minus the creepy ness. It was also the 12v battery.
I have a 2019 Honda Insight EX and some of the wierd issues that some owners have had I believe are from the 12V glass mat batteries that Honda installed on them being weak or bad. I've seen in the forums where the battery was replaced and all the issues disappeared.. Also to follow up on that - I used to own a 2008 Civic Hybrid that also had issues when the 12V battery was on it's way out.. That car, unlike the Insight had a conventional starter on it that would engage when the hybrid battery was too low (didn't happen often - but it did happen)..
Wait, you read the comments? Brave man.
Alright! Always a good watch! Keep on trucking!
My Hyundai window seals whistle in a crosswind. It isn't just Chinese car parts that are junk. Clean your battery a non-conductive brush or whisk broom to loosen the dirt on the battery while collecting it with a shop vac. Then, inspect the terminals for any loosening or corrosion. You should consider applying an anti corrosion spray to all of your battery terminals to keep them in good condition.
Best entertainment ever on RUclips
I've seen bad 12v batteries cause ALL SORTS of crazy strange problems. Glad it was an easy fix :) I had a riding mower the other day (2011 cub cadet) that apparently was designed to keep its lights on anytime the key is on, vs having them on a switch. well, the wire melted up against the engine and fried the whole damn wiring harness. It's been a bundle of fun, let me tell you! The fuse refused to fuse, i reckon.
My first video after work and enjoyed it incredibly, next samcrac. Thank you!!!
Glad it's fixed! More adventures await with the Wheego!
Love your presenting style. I do watch from behind my hands though as I totally expect you to be thrown across the room in a Huge Blue Spark at any point!
The more I watch you keeping the wheego alive, the more it's endearing to me. Please don't ever sell it.
Good news! I'm glad the big pile of garbage is fixed! But at 1:10, why is your toilet paper connected to the car's battery pack?
That's the "motor"
For the same reason his exhaust/muffler goes between the two batteries; he's not an artist ;)
I've had similar ghost problems due to dodgy 12v batteries in regular cars. The computers misbehave when irregular voltages come from the battery. You chase everything else like connectors etc because your cheap voltmeter reads fine on the battery... when the alternator is charging it. But you neglect to test with the car off to see how well the battery holds the charge. When you do you feel silly, and forget you replaced the battery 3 years ago because of a similar problem.
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Best transition ever!
I've had fubar'd electrical systems do odd things in gas cars, but never flip out like that! At least when the alternator on my current car was on it's way out (think it took a major bath from a puddle) it was nice enough to show an actual charging system message right away 😒
Same thing happened with my Camry Hybrid. It seems that a worn out battery (mine was 12 years old) doesn't provide enough volts to run sensors and computers properly. As soon as I saw you fixed you fixed it for $90 I knew what it was.
The bad 12 volt battery sounds similar to what happened to my Aveo; it started doing weird electrical things like the HVAC controls (mainly the recirc actuator, the rear defroster, and the A/C demand switch) would stop working, the radio would start acting weird, and the speedometer stopped working.