This microscope is new addition to my home electronics workbench. This will help with very small pick-and-place of surface mount components, as well as inspection after reflow and very small reworks. In the spirit of the project (and saving money), I picked it up used from my local HSC electronics surplus store.

The BMS ECU circuit boards are scheduled to arrive Monday. Next weekend with either involve me finishing up assembly of them and beginning programming and testing, or pulling the engine from the BMW. Depends on the availability of shop space at the home of the person who will be helping me with the fabrication/mounting of components in the car.